Norske Skog purchases of own bonds

Norske Skog has bought back bonds for NOK 21.5 million (par value) in NSG18 (ISIN NO0010524366) and NOK 93 million (par value) in NSG17 (ISIN NO0010521610). NSG18 was originally NOK 220 million, and the residual loan is now NOK 87.5 million. NSG17 was originally NOK 530 million, and the residual loan is now NOK 407.5 million.

The bonds are listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange.

This information is subject of the disclosure requirements pursuant to section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.

Norske Skog
Communications and Public Affairs

For further information:
Norske Skog media: Vice President Corporate Communication     Carsten Dybevig Mob: [phone]	Norske Skog financial markets: Vice President Investor Relations Tom Rogn Mob: [phone]

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Source: Norske Skog via Globenewswire

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