Esko and Artwork Systems to Join Forces

The sale relates to 13,074,483 shares in Artwork Systems Group NV, currently held by the respective holding companies of the founders of Artwork Systems, Guido Van der Schueren, Peter Denoo and Bart Denoo. The shares sold represent a 76.69% majority stake in Artwork Systems Group NV. The shares are sold at a purchase price per share of EUR 11.50 in cash, valuing Artwork Systems at EUR 196 million in total.