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Merger demerger share register

Merger demerger share register

By Hallvard Nordland Brattli • November 12, 2026

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Mergers and demergers reshape ownership. Here is what Norwegian law requires of the share register, and how to keep the history intact.

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Share Register Account Operator

Share Register Account Operator

Hallvard Nordland Brattli October 29, 2026
Learn why it pays to choose one provider that acts as account operator both in its own register and in Euronext Securities Oslo VPS (ES-OSL).
AKSJA or a shareholder register?

AKSJA or a shareholder register?

Hallvard Nordland Brattli October 15, 2026
The Shareholder Register Statement (RF-1086) can no longer be filed in Altinn. Learn when the free AKSJA solution is enough – and when your company needs an ongoing share register.
Pareto and Equro: one platform for managing unlisted investments

Pareto and Equro: one platform for managing unlisted investments

Hallvard Nordland Brattli October 1, 2026
Pareto has been an Equro customer since 2014. In 2021 they chose Totalis for its API flexibility and Equro’s expertise in the unlisted market.
The infrastructure layer behind the unlisted market

The infrastructure layer behind the unlisted market

Hallvard Nordland Brattli May 22, 2026
The infrastructure layer behind the unlisted market
The “hidden” whitelist in VPS

The “hidden” whitelist in VPS

Hallvard Nordland Brattli March 20, 2026
Jurisdiction is not just legal – it’s operational risk.
FATCA/CRS reporting

FATCA/CRS reporting

Hallvard Nordland Brattli March 3, 2026
Equro has launched a new FATCA/CRS module in Totalis – developed and tested through pilots with Positron Capital and Arctic Securities
A major AR-task

A major AR-task

Hallvard Nordland Brattli February 9, 2026
Lessons from one of the most complex AR submissions we have carried out — involving well over 10,000 shareholders.
Equro turns 20!

Equro turns 20!

Hallvard Nordland Brattli January 28, 2026
Equro turns 20 years - Two decades of trust, growth, and shareholder expertise.
Equro launches AKSJA – a simple and free solution for submitting the Shareholder register statement

Equro launches AKSJA – a simple and free solution for submitting the Shareholder register statement

Hallvard Nordland Brattli December 17, 2025
Equro launches AKSJA – a simple and free solution for submitting the Shareholder register statement.
Changes in Altinn: How to submit the shareholder register statement by an end-user system from 2026

Changes in Altinn: How to submit the shareholder register statement by an end-user system from 2026

Hallvard Nordland Brattli November 14, 2025
Since June 2026, the shareholder register statement (AR-oppgaven) can no longer be submitted through Altinn. Here we explain what the change means – and why Equro’s clients are already fully prepared for the new requirements.
EQURO & CSC

EQURO & CSC

Hallvard Nordland Brattli October 9, 2025
Increased Flexibility in Norway’s Bond Market
Totalis

Totalis

Hallvard Nordland Brattli August 26, 2025
In an industry where time is money and precision is critical, Equro set an ambitious goal: to create the perfect solution for managing unlisted products in the financial sector.
Digital General Meetings

Digital General Meetings

Hallvard Nordland Brattli June 2, 2025
Discover how secure digital general meeting platforms improve shareholder participation and ensure compliance. Transform your corporate governance today.
Transparency for Sustainable Growth

Transparency for Sustainable Growth

Hallvard Nordland Brattli May 27, 2025
The Importance of Shareholder Transparency for Sustainable Growth
Becoming IPO-ready

Becoming IPO-ready

Hallvard Nordland Brattli May 19, 2025
Hallvard N. Brattli, COO at Equro, has helped numerous companies prepare for listing on Euronext Growth and the main market. In this interview, he shares what separates companies that succeed from those that stumble – and why early preparation is key.
From PDF To Portal

From PDF To Portal

Hallvard Nordland Brattli May 16, 2025
Still managing your shareholder register in Excel or PDF? Here’s why a dynamic, digital platform is the smarter choice for compliance, efficiency, and investor trust.
How Foreign Companies Can Register in VPS

How Foreign Companies Can Register in VPS

Hallvard Nordland Brattli January 29, 2025
Video: Learn how foreign companies can structure themselves for registration in the Norwegian Central Securities Depository, with practical solutions and requirements.
Important update regarding access to share register from the 1st of February

Important update regarding access to share register from the 1st of February

Hallvard Nordland Brattli December 1, 2024
New requirements for access to the share register, shareholder registry, and nominee-registered shares
The Importance of Registering Beneficial Owners

The Importance of Registering Beneficial Owners

Hallvard Nordland Brattli September 18, 2024
Learn why registering beneficial owners is essential for compliance and how our system simplifies the process for your business.
Nordic Issuer Continues Its Growth Journey as Equro

Nordic Issuer Continues Its Growth Journey as Equro

Hallvard Nordland Brattli September 2, 2024
Nordic Issuer, a leading independent provider of account management and registry services in Norway, is rebranding to Equro. This change highlights its position as an innovative challenger and supports its ongoing growth in the Nordic securities market.
New Milestone Reached!

New Milestone Reached!

Hallvard Nordland Brattli August 5, 2024
Just before summer, Equro reached the significant milestone of NOK 750 billion in paid-in capital registered in our own registry.
RF 2024 Completed

RF 2024 Completed

Hallvard Nordland Brattli February 1, 2024
Discover how Equro's meticulous handling of over 1,500 Shareholder Registry Reports ensures accurate ownership representation and compliance with Norwegian regulations, reinforcing their commitment to customer satisfaction and reliability in the financial market.
Stricter EU Requirements

Stricter EU Requirements

Hallvard Nordland Brattli January 26, 2024
Discover how Equro's digital share ledger provides compliance solutions for EU regulations on beneficial ownership transparency, anti-money laundering, and counter-terrorism financing.
Aprila Bank is switching to Equro!

Aprila Bank is switching to Equro!

Hallvard Nordland Brattli April 19, 2023
We are proud to announce that Equro has now taken over the role as registrar in Euronext Securities Oslo for Aprila Bank ASA.
Norwegian Depository Receipts

Norwegian Depository Receipts

Hallvard Nordland Brattli April 3, 2023
Norwegian depository receipts (NDR) have now been issued, providing an innovative option for non-Norwegian companies to access the Norwegian market.
Portfolio Takeover from a Large Bank

Portfolio Takeover from a Large Bank

Hallvard Nordland Brattli March 3, 2023
After working on a portfolio transfer for the last quarter or so, we are extremely happy to finally announce that we have taken over a significant portfolio of Companies - that are registered in Euronext Securities Oslo "VPS" - from a large bank.
Choosing Share Ledger

Choosing Share Ledger

Hallvard Nordland Brattli February 21, 2023
Should your company choose a share ledger with Equro or registration with Euronext Securities Oslo (VPS/ES-OSL)? Here's how to choose based on your needs.
General Meeting and SRDII

General Meeting and SRDII

Hallvard Nordland Brattli December 12, 2022
Equro Services AS is one of the few account operators offering Euronext VPS's general meeting solution. We will also offer the upcoming solution from Euronext VPS, which will facilitate the correct handling of custodian/nominee votes for companies wishing to manage the general meeting themselves.
VPS Account

VPS Account

Hallvard Nordland Brattli September 8, 2022
Foreign investors who want to own shares registered in Norway's VPS find clarity here on the procedure and how Equro can help as account operator.