NASDAQ OMX Welcomes Xvivo Perfusion to First North
Stockholm, October 8 2012 — NASDAQ OMX (NASDAQ: NDAQ) announces that the trading in Xvivo Perfusion AB (short name: XVIVO) shares will commence today on First North at NASDAQ OMX Stockholm. Xvivo Perfusion, which is a spin-off company from main market listed Vitrolife AB, belongs to the Healthcare sector and is the sixth new company to be admitted to trading on First North in 2012.
Xvivo Perfusion is a medical technology company focused on developing optimized solutions for organ and tissue preservation in connection with transplantation. The company delivers solutions and systems that can increase organ availability, improve the transplant process outcome and enhance the long-term outcomes and quality of life of the transplant recipient.
Magnus Nilsson, CEO of Xvivo Perfusion, said: “Through our listing at First North we expect to gain increased and more focused exposure for our unique solutions towards both private and institutional investors. We operate in a market with tremendous potential and look forward to leveraging our public listing in order to build our brand and support continued financial growth.”
Emelie Jarnesten, head of NASDAQ OMX First North, commented: “We welcome Xvivo Perfusion to First North, one of Europe’s most liquid growth markets. The company is a welcome addition to the Healthcare sector and we look forward to supporting them by maximizing its exposure to both local and global investor communities.”
Xvivo Perfusion has appointed Redeye as Certified Adviser.
To view a CEO interview from the Xvivo Perfusion listing ceremony click here.
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