Norske Skog ASA

Report Publication Announcement • Nov 4, 2010

Norske Skog in Q3 2010: Weak results in an improved market

Norske Skog reached gross operating earnings (EBITDA), adjusted for non-

recurring items, of NOK 276 million in the third quarter of 2010.

Oxenøen, 4 November 2010

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