Euronext welcomes Appear ASA as latest IPOready alumnus to list following oversubscribed NOK 100 million offering

Caption: Thomas Bostrøm Jørgensen, CEO of Appear rang the bell this morning together with colleagues to celebrate the listing of the company on Euronext Oslo Børs. The company was welcomed by Eirik Høiby Ausland, Head of Listing Nordics in Euronext. (Photo: Thomas Brun | NTB)

(IN BRIEF) Euronext celebrated the listing of Norwegian live production technology leader Appear ASA on Oslo Børs, marking the 59th Euronext listing of 2025 and the 38th IPOready alumnus to go public. Valued at around NOK 2.7 billion, the IPO was more than 12 times oversubscribed, raising NOK 100 million and attracting over 5,000 shareholders. The company, known for its energy-efficient solutions that transform how live content is delivered globally, views the listing as a milestone in expanding its international footprint and innovation leadership in live production technology.

(PRESS RELEASE) OSLO, 6-Nov-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — Euronext has officially welcomed Appear ASA (ticker: APR) to trading on the Oslo Børs, marking the 59th listing on Euronext markets this year and the 16th on Oslo Børs in 2025. The event also highlights Appear as the 38th alumnus of Euronext’s IPOready programme to go public, showcasing the continued success of Europe’s pre-IPO educational platform.

Headquartered in Oslo, Norway, Appear ASA is a global leader in live production technology, delivering energy-efficient and high-capacity solutions that enable broadcasters and operators to transport, process, and distribute live content with exceptional quality. Its advanced systems power seamless video and audio transmission from venues to viewers across the globe.

The listing involved 41,217,000 shares, which includes 1,500,000 new shares issued as part of the initial public offering (IPO). Priced at NOK 66.50 per share, the IPO valued the company at approximately NOK 2.74 billion, raising NOK 100 million in gross proceeds for Appear. The offering was met with strong demand, being more than 12 times oversubscribed, and resulted in the addition of over 5,000 new shareholders, including a solid base of institutional investors.

Thomas Bostrøm Jørgensen, CEO of Appear ASA, described the listing as a pivotal moment in the company’s journey.

“The listing on Euronext Oslo Børs marks a huge step forward for Appear. We’re thrilled by the confidence shown by our investors. In just four years, we’ve achieved 35% annual revenue growth, established a truly global footprint, and proven our leadership with Tier-1 live sports clients worldwide. This IPO sets the stage for our next chapter as we expand into new markets and continue to redefine live production technology.”

The company’s inclusion on Oslo Børs reflects Euronext’s continued role in supporting Europe’s most innovative technology companies. With a proven record of helping firms transition from growth to public ownership, Euronext’s IPOready initiative continues to build strong pipelines of companies ready for international capital markets.

About Appear ASA

Headquartered in Oslo, Norway, Appear is a leader in live production technology, specialising in high-capacity, sustainable solutions for media processing and content delivery. The company’s portfolio is designed to support the most complex scenarios of live event contribution, adapting seamlessly to the ever-evolving dynamics of the media, entertainment, and sports industries. Over the past 20 years, Appear’s world-renowned team of experts have made the company the most progressive and forward-thinking company in the industry. Their relentless emphasis on modularity and functional versatility places us at the forefront of driving innovation in live production technology. Appear proudly count the world’s leading content creators amongst their esteemed list of customers who trust their solutions to deliver the highest profile live media with integrity and efficiency. Appear’s global operation includes centres of excellence in London and Los Angeles.

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