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Reference is made to the stock exchange release by Thin Film Electronics ASA ("Thin Film" or the "Company") on 17 June 2019 regarding a contemplated private placement targeting to raise up to the NOK equivalent of USD 16 million by issuing new shares in the Company.
Based on dialogues with existing and potential new shareholders, the Company has decided not to proceed with the private placement.
The Company has decided to pursue other funding options for the Company and its new business strategy.
The Company will update shareholders and the market in due course.
Contacts:
Kevin Barber - Chief Executive Officer (Investors)
E-mail: kevin.barber@ThinFilmnfc.com
Tel: +1 408 503 7306
Ole R. Thorsens - Chief Financial Officer (Investors)
E-mail: ort@ThinFilmnfc.com
Tel: +47 918 66 697
This information is subject of the disclosure requirements pursuant to section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.