STOCKHOLM, Sweden, May 13, 2002 (PRIMEZONE) -- After a period of preliminary discussions, both parties have come to the conclusion, that although there are obvious synergies between the two companies, it has not been possible to reach an agreement that is financially attractive to the respective shareholders.
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