Norske Skogindustrier ASA is considering launching a new bond issue in the Norwegian bond market.  In connection with this, the company will offer to buy back bonds in the bond issue NSG16 (NO 001035542.3) subject to bondholders subscribing in the new loan.

The funds will be used for general corporate purposes. Nordea Markets and Pareto Securities have been chosen as arrangers of the new issue.

For further information about the transaction Eivind Solheim in Nordea Markets (tel +47 22 48 78 64) or Atle Sigmundstad in Pareto Securities (tel +47 22 87 87 75) can be contacted.

Oxenøen, 15 June 2009
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