At Aker, we have been on a journey for several years to strengthen and utilize the industrial foundation in our portfolio companies for responsible and sustainable value creation. While the second quarter was marked by market fear from volatile macroeconomic and geopolitical developments, our portfolio companies are showing determination and resilience through uncertain times. While Aker’s share price has not escaped the global sentiment, we are coupling our strong industrial foundation with new technologies, ideas, and partnerships. Halfway through the year, long-term efforts are bearing fruit and new shoots taking root.

Our portfolio companies continue to demonstrate their ability to adapt to volatile market conditions and to drive growth. While uncertainty looms on many fronts, our path forward is – as always - to both strengthen and utilize our industrial foundation for responsible and sustainable value creation. Watch the video below for some highlights from today’s report and presentation

Aker has gone through a year with remarkably high activity! We delivered significant annual return to our shareholders, with a value creation of 52 per cent, including dividends. While 2021 was our year of acceleration, 2022 will be the year of execution in a more turbulent market environment. At Aker, we stand well prepared, and our strong foundation opens up for further growth in our portfolio companies. Our commitment to making a meaningful contribution to a greener and more sustainable future remains unchanged, and the establishment of Aker Asset Management adds yet another exciting chapter to that strategy.