Numerous new openings

Clas Ohlson, the Swedish DIY retail company, has announced the opening of between 20 and 25 outlets during 2008/2009. So far 10 stores are planned for Norway: in Drammen (September 2008), Asker and Jessheim (October 2008), Kristiansand (November 2008), Narvik (December 2008), Falun and Hönefoss (November 2008 to January 2009), Molde (March 2009), Bryne (April 2009) and Lillehammer (autumn/winter 2009/2010). Three stores are to be opened in Finland: Rovaniemi (October 2008), then Espoo and Joensuu (November 2008). The company has announced 6 new openings for Sweden: Skövde (November 2008), Motala (January 2009), Hudiksval (March 2009), Nordby/Stromstad (June 2009), and finally Frölunda and Värnamo (autumn 2009). The company’s entry into the United Kingdom market is expected between November 2008 and January 2009.