Aker launches optional cash offer for Aker BioMarine at NOK 105 per share

• Aker is pursuing a take-private of Aker BioMarine via a merger with its indirect unit MergerCo, valuing the target at NOK 105 a share.
• Minority holders would receive 0.0706 Aker shares per Aker BioMarine share, cash of NOK 21 per share.
• Aker Capital is also offering an optional all-cash alternative of NOK 105 per share for remaining Aker BioMarine stock.
• Aker Capital already owns 77.67% of Aker BioMarine; the merger is expected to close in H2 2026.
• The cash offer runs until July 30, with settlement due within three trading days of the Aug. 17 shareholder vote.

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