New head of Handelsbanken in Denmark

Frank Vang-Jensen was today appointed head of Handelsbanken in
Denmark. At the same time, he was appointed executive vice president
at Handelsbanken.

Frank Vang-Jensen states, "The Danish market is one of the most
dynamic in Europe with stiff competition from many expert players. In
this environment, Handelsbanken has grown substantially in the past
few years. I am convinced that our decentralised business model,
where decisions are made by the local branch office close to the
customer, suits us Danes well."

Frank Vang-Jensen is currently chief executive of Handelsbanken's
mortgage company Stadshypotek and has been a member of
Handelsbanken's management team since 2006. He will take up his new
position on 1 July this year.



For further information, please contact:
Pär Boman, group chief executive, +46 8  22 92 20
Frank Vang-Jensen, executive vice president, +46 8 701 1000
Johan Lagerström, press officer, +46 8 701 13 95, mobile: +46 70  265
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