Heliospectra AB (HLSPF)

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Vertical Farming Market to Hit USD 17.59 Billion by 2028; Increasing Company Mergers and Acquisitions to Aid Growth, says Fortune Business Insights(TM)

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/vertical-farming-market-hit-usd-102400192.html

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$HLSPY IMPROVED RESULTS (NOT GREAT, BUT IMPROVED)

Year-End Report 2017, Heliospectra AB

http://ir.heliospectra.com/en/article/year-end-report-2017-heliospectra-ab-publ/

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$HLSPY UPDATE

Global Fortune 500 AgTech Leader Continues Momentum with Heliospectra Intelligent LED Lighting
Repeat Orders Signal Ag Tech Industry's Standardization of Heliospectra's Market-Leading Technology Solutions

STOCKHOLM, November 28, 2017 /PRNewswire/ --

Heliospectra AB (publ) (OTCQB: HLSPY, FIRSTNORTH: HELIO), world leader in intelligent lighting technology for greenhouses and controlled plant growth environments, announces a sixth order from a global Fortune 500 AgTech company. The year-end order of E60 series lighting indicates that AgTech industry leaders are rapidly standardizing on Heliospectra's proven LED solutions. The order valued at 2 723 000 SEK ($328,482 USD) completes five previous orders from this customer between 2015 and 2017.

"It is exciting to see industry-leading companies standardize on Heliospectra's product portfolio with repeat orders," said Ali Ahmadian, CEO, Heliospectra. "Our AgTech customers' research results influence the future of commercial food production and spur the adoption of LED technologies worldwide."

Committed to delivering highest-quality crops and controlling consistent yields, Heliospectra provides AgTech companies with lighting solutions that address a diverse range of commercial and research applications.

"The superior quality of our products ensures reliable mission-critical lighting for greenhouse and indoor growing environments," explained Ahmadian. "Whether our AgTech customers are using our optimized fixed spectrum or adjustable full spectrum, they know they are implementing the most flexible and advanced horticulture lighting technology available in the market."

This order will be delivered in the fourth quarter and will be reflected in the Q4 accounts.

CONTACT:

Investor Relations:

Ali Ahmadian, CEO of Heliospectra | [phone] | [e-mail]

Redeye is Heliospectra Certified Advisor for Nasdaq First North - www.redeye.se

http://www.heliospectra.com

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$HLSPY BUSINESS UPDATE

Heliospectra Changes Name of Recently Announced Light Control Software to HelioCORE

Thu November 16, 2017 8:18 AM|PR Newswire|About: HLSPY
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GOTHENBURG, Sweden, November 16, 2017 /PRNewswire/ --

Heliospectra AB (publ) (OTCQB: HLSPY, FIRSTNORTH: HELIO), a world leader in intelligent LED lighting technology for greenhouse and controlled plant growth environments, is changing the name of the recently announced light control software CORTEX to HelioCORE™, effective November 16, 2017. The new control system was introduced in July 2017 and will be available for commercial sales during Q1 2018.

The horticulture industry continues to automate their growing environments and push for increased control. HelioCORE connects Heliospectra's LX60 adjustable spectra and LX50 high voltage intelligent LED lighting solutions with sensors and schedule functions for real-time light adjustments. Growers monitor and manage lights or alerts across a facility via mobile phones, tablets or laptops to streamline operations.

"Operations and cultivation teams require a reliable, proven solution that directly impacts business performance and also facilitates or streamlines daily work," said Ali Ahmadian, CEO Heliospectra (HLSPY). "HelioCORE gives businesses an unrivaled solution when it comes to controlling harvest and production cycles with dynamic, immediate light adjustments and the cost-effective use of resources."

The initial release of the HelioCORE control software in early 2018 offers cultivation teams three control modules:

DLI Controller: Greenhouse growers can regulate supplemental light use to reach Daily Light Integral (DLI) targets, supporting optimal plant growth and prioritizing lamp use at times of day when energy costs are lowest.


On Target: Indoor growers can establish constant Photosynthetic Photon Flux Density (PPFD) levels to maximize plant efficiency and photosynthesis with optimum light intensity. Greenhouse growers automate dynamic light response to changes in weather, low light seasons, natural light conditions and plant sensor feedback.


Schedule: Cultivation teams can extend the photoperiod for long-day crops or induce flowering to accelerate harvest and shave days off production cycles. Growers can apply pre-set schedules and build a robust library of lighting strategies and treatments for specific crops or growth stages in sole-source indoor or supplemental lighting environments.
For more information on HelioCORE visit http://info.heliospectra.com/heliocore.

CONTACT:

Heliospectra Investor Relations:

Ali Ahmadian, CEO of Heliospectra | [phone] | [e-mail]

Redeye is Heliospectra Certified Advisor for Nasdaq First North -www.redeye.se

http://www.heliospectra.com

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$HLSPY NEWS

Medical 420 DOO Invests in Heliospectra LED Solutions

Indoor Cultivation Facility in Macedonia Will Use Swedish LED Grow Light Technology to Accelerate Harvest and Deliver Medicinal-Grade Cannabis
PR Newswire

STOCKHOLM, Oct. 31, 2017

STOCKHOLM, Oct. 31, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Heliospectra AB (publ) (OTCQB: HLSPY, FIRSTNORTH: HELIO), a world leader in intelligent lighting technology for greenhouse and controlled plant growth environments, announces an order from Medical 420 a medicinal cannabis cultivation facility in Macedonia. The indoor controlled environment facility is investing in Heliospectra LED lighting solutions to improve quality, accelerate harvest cycles and increase yields. The order is valued at $117,000 USD (984,000 SEK).

"We are committed to growing the highest-grade flower and distilling the highest-grade concentrates in order to deliver consistent medical products and treatments to patients. Heliospectra has proven that they offer a robust solution with market-leading light quality and uniform distribution. This allows us to standardize highest quality while increasing yields," said Tony Gasovski, owner and founder of Medical 420.

The Republic of Macedonia legalized the use of cannabis for medical purposes in 2016, following European countries such as the Netherlands, Czech Republic and Portugal. Unlike most EU countries, production will not be carried out by a state monopoly, which has opened up the market as a potential production base for numerous companies, both local and international.

Medical 420 is setting up a brand new vertical cultivation facility in Macedonia, and has chosen Heliospectra's intense E60 series as sole-source lighting. The E60 is a fixed spectrum, high intensity LED grow light fixture developed together with some of the world's leading commercial growers. The lamp has an optimized spectrum and its plug-and-play nature provides instant, high-quality light for horticulture crop production year round.

"Heliospectra's proven solutions deliver superior performance and durability while also achieving business advantages for growers and producers in the global marketplace. The ability to accelerate harvest while increasing yields and improving the quality of crops provides growers like Medical 420 with reliable, repeatable production forecasts and the opportunity to negotiate premium placement in the marketplace," said Ali Ahmadian, Heliospectra, CEO.

Delivery will take place and will be visible in the accounts in Q4.

Heliospectra Investor Relations:

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CEO of Heliospectra
[phone]
[e-mail]

Redeye is Heliospectra Certified Advisor for Nasdaq First North - www.redeye.se

http://www.heliospectra.com

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After hitting .6438 yesterday on nine times the average volume, a 500 share trade at .4795 slips through today. Who does that?

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Marketing link $HLSPY

http://info.heliospectra.com/in-the-news-the-grove-nevada-italian-tomatoes-and-green-mountain-harvest-case-study?ecid=ACsprvt1zd0Ypv0M5IoY1hAIPEb39et_vyc_IiWcKZyBtMHmWb6BMOY-shwDifHXd5aYGPmT1fyT&utm_campaign=E-Newsletter%20%7C%20General%20Database&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=55606886&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--QdZXUvQRv0GcszncTlYu5X3D7jlkDGmq6l885l24W2CEOqJs9xFtP0KixsavAaNEGk0vHYQM81V50_2vnJnXQqg30DQ&_hsmi=55606886

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Presentation tomorrow at 11:00 AM Eastern. Register at http://www.cannawebcast.com/
https://www.heliospectra.com/blog/heliospectra-present-cannabis-investor-webcast-january-26-2017

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It's interesting we are returning to the 1.20 range with HLSPY today. I assume it must have something to do with the recently closed offering.

http://ir.heliospectra.com/en/news/

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Book will close TODAY.

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Hmm, could this be worth sitting on over other cannabis related stocks?

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YeaaH Obama...https://www.yahoo.com/news/obama-regulate-marijuana-cigarettes-alcohol-013800258.html

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HLSPY just made the CBE 100 Top Ancillary MJ stocks I believe published on Nov. 16th

A Swedish company w/ 22 employees

Just starting my DD

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Hello???? Is anybody home? This looks compelling. Anyone to chat with here yet?

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Heliospectra to be Featured in CannaInvestor Magazine’s September 2016 IssueBrittney Lewellen September 12, 2016 Heliospectra to be Featured in CannaInvestor Magazine’s September 2016 Issue2016-09-12T12:33:57+00:00 Top Micro-Cap News No Comment

(Gothenburg, Sweden & San Francisco CA, September 12, 2016) — Heliospectra AB (publ) (OTCQB: HLSPY) (FIRSTNORTH: HELIO), a world leader in intelligent lighting technology for controlled environments horticulture, is pleased to announce that it will be a featured company in the September 2016 issue of CannaInvestor Magazine.

Staffan Hillberg, CEO of Heliospectra, commented, We are proud that Heliospectra has been chosen as a featured company by CannaInvestor Magazine. Our patented cultivation solution, which is based on an ‘Internet of Things” real-time sensor system that “speaks” to the plant, is an example of the advanced technologies that are being increasingly adopted by growers in the cannabis sector, as well as growers of other plants and agricultural products around the globe.“
CannaInvestor Magazine is a monthly, subscription-based digital magazine with an exclusive focus on cannabis finance that delivers convenient insights on publicly-traded and privately-held cannabis companies through informative articles, company profiles, and market trends that inform and educate investors and attract inquisitive, highly engaged digital audiences around the globe.

The September issue and previous issues can be viewed by visiting http://www.cannainvestormag.com/.

About Heliospectra AB
Heliospectra AB (publ) (OTCQB: HLSPY) (FIRSTNORTH: HELIO) (www.heliospectra.com) specializes in intelligent lighting technology for plant research and greenhouse cultivation. The Company’s lighting system provides an effective and durable technology for cultivating greenhouse and indoor plants by combining several different groups of versatile light emitting diodes (LEDs) with optics, remote sensing techniques, and a robust heat dissipation solution. This proprietary setup gives growers the ability to control the intensity and wavelengths of the light emitted, creating a spectrum specifically adjusted to different plant species and growth stages to better facilitate photosynthesis. The complete, highly-engineered lamp produces crops that look better, taste better, and have a longer shelf-life than those grown under HID lamps. The technology not only reduces energy consumption by up to 50%, but also helps stimulate growth characteristics and improve plant quality. Other benefits include reduced light pollution, lower mercury use due to the avoidance of traditional HID/HPS bulbs, and less HVAC investment and monthly expense requirements.
Heliospectra products are based on in-depth knowledge in plant physiology and photosynthesis along with a unique way to utilize modern LED technology. After six years of development in Sweden, the company has now begun to expand into the international market. The company has raised more than $ 21 million in capital and has received more than $2.6 million through academic scholarships and grants. It has also received numerous awards for its forward thinking technology. Principal owners: Weland Steel www.welandstal.se, Swedish Industrial Fund www.industrifonden.se, Midroc www.midroc.se, Avanza Pension www.avanza.se.

Forward-Looking Statements
The statements in this press release constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of federal securities laws. Such statements are based on our current beliefs and expectations and are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are beyond our control. In addition, such forward-looking statements are subject to assumptions with respect to future business strategies and decisions that are subject to change. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, technical advances in the industry as well as political and economic conditions present within the industry. We do not take any obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or developments after a forward-looking statement was made.



Investor Relations
Staffan Hillberg, CEO of Heliospectra |
[phone]
[e-mail]

Michael Swartz, Senior Analyst | Viridian Capital Advisors, LLC | [phone] |
[e-mail]

G&W is Heliospectra’s Certified Advisor for Nasdaq First North – www.gwkapital.se

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Heliospectra Closes Deal with Alaskan Entrepreneur

https://upticknewswire.com/secfilings-com-biolargos-breakthrough-water-treatment-system-alpha-prototype/

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Heliospectra Receives Over Half a Million USD Order of LED Grow Lights GOTHENBURG, SWEDEN and SAN FRANCISCO, CA--(Marketwired - Jun 30, 2016) -

Heliospectra AB (publ) (OTCQB: HLSPY) (FIRSTNORTH: HELIO), a world leader in intelligent lighting technology for controlled environments horticulture, is proud to announce that an order valued at 0.54 MUSD (4.6 MSEK) has been received from a Fortune 500 Ag-Tech company located in the USA.
This order adds to a previous order from 2015 bringing the total light count to over 700 Heliospectra's high efficiency E60 LED grow lights. The customer chose to invest in Heliospectra LED grow lights for their greenhouses based on the high quality light output and overall product reliability. Greenhouse environments can be harsh on equipment, and other lights the buyer tried suffered failures and maintenance issues. This company is the first of its kind to transition their greenhouses from HID (e.g. High Pressure Sodium or Metal Halide) to LED. They are standardizing this transition with Heliospectra.
"With this latest sale we again receive proof that Heliospectra is a preferred supplier regardless if we are selling into the ag-tech, research, greenhouse, vertical farming or medical plant market. The Heliospectra brand stands for high quality products with superior performance and a system approach that allows the customer to upgrade their installation over time," says Staffan Hillberg, CEO of Heliospectra.
About Heliospectra AB
Heliospectra AB (publ) (OTCQB: HLSPY) (FIRSTNORTH: HELIO) (www.heliospectra.com) specializes in intelligent lighting technology for plant research and greenhouse cultivation. The Company's lighting system provides an effective and durable technology for cultivating greenhouse and indoor plants by combining several different groups of versatile light emitting diodes (LEDs) with optics, remote sensing techniques, and a robust heat dissipation solution. This proprietary setup gives growers the ability to control the intensity and wavelengths of the light emitted, creating a spectrum specifically adjusted to different plant species and growth stages to better facilitate photosynthesis. The complete, highly-engineered lamp produces crops that look better, taste better, and have a longer shelf-life than those grown under HID lamps. The technology not only reduces energy consumption by up to 50%, but also helps stimulate growth characteristics and improve plant quality. Other benefits include reduced light pollution, lower mercury use due to the avoidance of traditional HID/HPS bulbs, and less HVAC investment and monthly expense requirements.
Heliospectra products are based on in-depth knowledge in plant physiology and photosynthesis along with a unique way to utilize modern LED technology. After six years of development in Sweden, the company has now begun to expand into the international market. The company has raised more than $ 21 million in capital and has received more than $2.6 million through academic scholarships and grants. It has also received numerous awards for its forward thinking technology. Principal owners: Weland Steel www.welandstal.se, Swedish Industrial Fund www.industrifonden.se, Midroc www.midroc.se, Avanza Pension www.avanza.se.
Forward-Looking Statements
The statements in this press release constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of federal securities laws. Such statements are based on our current beliefs and expectations and are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are beyond our control. In addition, such forward-looking statements are subject to assumptions with respect to future business strategies and decisions that are subject to change. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, technical advances in the industry as well as political and economic conditions present within the industry. We do not take any obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or developments after a forward-looking statement was made.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Investor Relations:

Staffan Hillberg
CEO of Heliospectra
[phone]
[e-mail]

Michael Swartz
Senior Analyst
Viridian Capital Advisors, LLC
[phone]
[e-mail]

G&W is Heliospectra's Certified Advisor for Nasdaq First North - www.gwkapital.se
www.heliospectra.com

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Heliospectra: Let There Be Light

http://seekingalpha.com/article/3965449-heliospectra-let-light

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Heliospectra sales up as US cannabis farms adopt LEDs
08 Sep 2015
Swedish provider of horticultural LED lighting systems benefiting from changes to US drug laws.
Pot plant: using LEDs tailored for cannabis growth
Pot plant: using LEDs tailored for cannabis growth
Heliospectra, a small Swedish company specializing in LED systems for growing plants indoors, says that its sales have doubled over the past year – with demand booming as US growers of cannabis become the latest customers to adopt the technology.

The Gothenburg-headquartered firm has just reported financial results for the first half of 2015. Revenues of just under SEK 5.4 million ($0.64 million) were up 113 per cent on the same period last year.

And although operating costs remain high in comparison, with the company posting a net loss of more than SEK 14 million for the six-month period, Heliospectra has recently attracted a private investment of $3 million off the back of sales to the expanding band of cannabis growers in the US.

Commenting on last month’s rights issue, CEO Stafan Hillberg said: “The private placement is done [sic] in order to cover production and purchasing necessary due to the increase in sales. Heliospectra has lately received several breakthrough orders in the US and we anticipate continued increase in sales of our products.”

That is a direct result of the changes to state laws in the US that has seen the sale and distribution of cannabis legalized in Alaska, Colorado, Oregon and Washington. In July, the company said it had received its largest order to date: a $0.7 million contract to provide cannabis growers in Las Vegas with LED lighting systems.

“Not only is this our largest deal to date, it is one of the largest indoor, horticultural LED installations in the world," Hillberg said.

Heliospectra, which is exhibiting at this week’s Native American Marijuana and Hemp Conference & Expo in San Diego, California, sells a series of systems - each featuring more than a hundred LEDs. They are said to give growers control over the intensity and wavelength of light emitted, making it possible to create a spectrum optimized to the needs of different plant species.

Cannabis drives growth
Like all LED lighting, the systems also consume far less electrical power than equivalent lamps based on conventional lighting technologies. Energy is a significant cost for indoor growers, with Heliospectra claiming that the plant sciences laboratory at Cambridge University in the UK is the institution's largest single consumer of electricity.

Since it was set up in 2006, Heliospectra’s customer base has typically comprised university and "agrotech" company laboratories, while similar technology was recently used on board the International Space Station to grow lettuce eaten by astronauts.

Commenting on the latest half-yearly results, Hillberg said that one of the firm’s most prominent customers was Germany’s DLR space agency, with whom it is collaborating on a European Union-funded project. MIT’s famed Media Lab and Kyoto University in Japan are among its other high-profile partners.

But the demand for cannabis growth in the US – for both medical and recreational purposes – looks like it could be one to stimulate much more rapid sales growth than the firm has posted so far.

According to Hillberg, the company received its first order worth more than SEK 1 million from cannabis growers in Washington State in the first quarter of 2015.

Then in the second quarter, Heliospectra began co-operating with Dixie Brands and American Cannabis, said to be two of the largest brands involved in medical cannabis growth. Hillberg believes that the US market for medical applications of the drug will exceed $10 billion by 2017, representing growth of some 700 per cent since 2013.

“Today, 23 states have approved cultivation for medical purposes and further states are expected to follow suit,” he wrote. “We can also see plans for approvals in other countries such as Germany, the UK and Australia, and expansions in Israel among others.”

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LED Company Heliospectra Gains Cannabis Grower Cred

http://cannabisnowmagazine.com/grow/led-company-heliospectra-gains-cannabis-grower-cred