Norske Skog in Q2 2010: Continued weak results and challenging market

Norske Skog reported gross operating earnings (EBITDA) of NOK 275 million in the
second quarter of 2010, equal to the first quarter but NOK 293 million lower
than the same period in 2009.

Oxenøen, 5 August 2010

Norske Skog
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(Norwegian Securities Trading Act)



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