18 June 2019
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Tieto and EVRY have rich and complementary capabilities in areas of digital consulting, industry software, advanced cloud and infrastructure services. The combination brings a strong value proposition with advanced Fintech solutions for customers' industries globally . Furthermore, the combined company is anticipated to have comprehensive IT-services solutions for Nordic markets, including for healthcare and welfare as well as the public sector, in which extensive national reforms are expected.
With more than 5 000 digital consultants with deep customer knowledge in the Nordics and around 10 000 globally, the new company is set to accelerate its customers digital transformation. The new company will be one of the largest employer in digital services and software in the Nordics.
A strong presence in Norway, Sweden and Finland together with global delivery centers, provide a good foundation for future growth; Fintech solutions, industry software and product development services form the spearheads for further international expansion. With the combined capacity to invest in new services and capabilities, the combination is well positioned to drive innovation.
“This combination announced today will create a company well-positioned to facilitate digital transformation across the Nordics for the benefit of our customers, employees, shareholders and society. With continued investments in our people, latest technologies such as robotics, cloud and artificial intelligence, the combination will create a competitive digital partner for our customers. We have a strong cultural foundation based on Nordic values with upmost respect for every individual and focus on life-long learning. I believe we will create exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth for employees in both companies – and a strong value proposition for our customers. Together we have the opportunity to accelerate the pace of change and innovation in the industry and bring the benefits of the digital world to our customers faster and more effectively. I foresee a very exciting journey ahead”, says Kimmo Alkio, President and CEO.
“During the last few years, EVRY has taken important steps and become a preferred partner for digital transformation to our customers. EVRY and Tieto share strong Nordic values promoting W/9209340/v1 openness, trust and diversity. I believe that the new company will attract the right competence, customers and partners,” says Per Hove, CEO of EVRY.
It will be proposed to the EGM that Tomas Franzén will chair the Board of Directors of the combined company. Following the completion of the merger, Kimmo Alkio will be Chief Executive Officer of the combined company. Per Hove will continue in his role as CEO of EVRY until the closing of the transaction and work closely with Tieto CEO Kimmo Alkio in the integration of the companies.
The new company will have its headquarters in Espoo, Finland. The corporate and management functions will be distributed across Oslo, Stockholm and Espoo.
Following completion of the merger the shares in the combined company will continue to be listed on the official list of Nasdaq Helsinki and Nasdaq Stockholm. In addition, an application for listing on Oslo Børs will be made.
The transaction is subject to approval by the shareholders of both companies and the competition authorities. It is expected that the merger will be completed during the fourth quarter of 2019, or during the first quarter of 2020 at the latest.
Tomi Hyryläinen, CFO, Tieto, tel. +358 2072 66329, +358 50 393 4950
Henrik Schibler, CFO, EVRY, tel. +47 40010303
Kia Haring, Head of Global Communications and Corporate Responsibility, +358 40 765 3700, kia.haring (at) tieto.com
Unni Strømstad, EVP Communications & Marketing, tel +47 9775 3453, unni.stromstad (at) evry.com
Tieto aims to capture the significant opportunities of the data-driven world and turn them into lifelong value for people, business and society. We aim to be customers’ first choice for business renewal by combining our software and services capabilities with a strong drive for co-innovation and ecosystems. Headquartered in Finland, Tieto has around 15 000 experts in close to 20 countries. Tieto’s turnover is approximately EUR 1.6 billion and shares listed on NASDAQ in Helsinki and Stockholm. www.tieto.com
EVRY is a leading Nordic tech and consulting company. Together with our customers and an ecosystem of the best global digital experts, we shape the future today by applying new technologies to improve end user experiences, and the performance of people, processes and systems. We are close to our customers and represent a Nordic mindset on responsibility, quality and security. We leverage our Nordicness to do business in more than 18 countries. EVRY is listed on Oslo Stock Exchange. Our 8 800 employees are passionate about creating digital advantage and shaping the future – today