euro adhoc: Lenzing AG / Mergers - Acquisitions - Takeovers / Lenzing acquires German plastics producer

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17.01.2007

Biggest growth leap in the history of Lenzing Plastics

Lenzing Plastics GmbH (LPG) will acquire 100% of the German plastics
producer Hahl Group GmbH, pending the approval of the national cartel
authorities in Germany and Austria. The transaction is expected to be
completed by the end of the first quarter of 2007.

Hahl Group GmbH is based in Munderkingen, Germany, and a major
European producer of cut plastic filaments for the production of
synthetic bristles, brushes and fabrics. These semi-finished products
are used for industrial brushes for toolmaking, abrasive filaments
for the surface treatment of steel, stone and flooring, as well as
for toothbrushes and industrial filtration purposes. The company with
a staff of 240 realized sales of EUR 35 mill. in 2006. Its main
markets are Europe and Asia, with America to be targeted in the
future. The company is being sold by its joint owners, Granville
Baird Fonds, advised by Granville Baird Capital Partners Advisers
(GBCPA), and the current management of the company. It has been
agreed not to disclose the price of the transaction.

"The acquisition of Hahl Group is the biggest step in the growth of
Lenzing Plastics in recent years. This move places our subsidiary
into an even better position as a successful European producer of
plastics niche products. The Hahl Group perfectly rounds off our
plastics portfolio and will provide an important contribution to the
sales and earnings of the Lenzing Group." comments Thomas Fahnemann,
chairman of the Lenzing management board. "Cellulose fibers are
Lenzing's core business. But we are as proud of the highly successful
non-fiber activities of Lenzing Plastics and Lenzing Technik. As
Lenzing AG we support the continuous growth of these segments."

Lenzing Plastics realized sales of EUR 70.2 mill. in the first three
quarters of 2006 at good results. Sales in 2005 were at EUR 79.9
mill. Company staff is currently at 370.

Hahl Group GmbH is a holding company with several subsidiaries. In
addition to the production site in Germany a production site in
Plana, Czech Republic, and a sales office in Great Britain form part
of the company. The Hahl group will continue to be an independent
player in the market and further enhance its good position there.
Lenzing Plastics GmbH views itself as an industrial owner and partner
with a long-term perspective. The company will give all its support
to the continued growth of Hahl Group GmbH.

end of announcement euro adhoc 17.01.2007 07:13:53
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Mag. Angelika Guldt
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Branche: Chemicals
ISIN: AT0000644505
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