Jonas Westerling has joined Sheffield Steelers from Swedish side Södertälje.
The League Management Committee (LMC) of NIHL South have confirmed that Division 1 South will run in 2017/18 with the nine clubs.
Canadian forward Ian Watters has signed for Guildford Flames.
Chelmsford Chieftains, Oxford City Stars and Solent Devils recently asked to leave NIHL1 South and join D2 instead.
Belfast Giants' head coach Adam Keefe admits he faces a sizeable rebuilding job ahead of the Elite League season 2017/18.
MK Lightning have confirmed Glenn Billing, Luc Johnson and Edward Knaggs will be part of the team's roster next season.
Sheffield Steelers have confirmed the signing of Canadian defender Mark Matheson.
Oxford City Stars have confirmed they have submitted an application to join NIHL2 South.
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Nottingham Panthers have confirmed forward David Clarke has agreed his fourteenth season with the club.