17 Sep 2014 07:00
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AFI DEVELOPMENT PLC
("AFI Development" or "the Company")
new relationship agreement signed
London, 17 September 2014 - AFI Development announces today that it has signed a new relationship agreement with its controlling shareholder, Africa Israel Investments Limited. The new relationship agreement replaces the previous agreement, which was in force since 2007.
The new relationship agreement addresses the updated requirements applicable to companies with controlling shareholders, imposed by LR 9.2.2AR of the Listing Rules implemented by the Financial Conduct Authority. The agreement was signed following its approval by the Boards of Directors of both companies.
AFI Development is and will continue to be fully committed to meeting all its obligations as a premium listed company on the London Stock Exchange.
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For further information, please contact:
AFI Development, Moscow +7 495 796 9988
Ilya Kutnov
Ekaterina Shubina
Citigate Dewe Rogerson, London +44 20 7638 9571
David Westover
Sandra NovakovShelly Chadda
About AFI Development
AFI Development is one of the leading real estate development companies operating in Russia. Established in 2001, AFI Development is a publicly traded subsidiary of Africa Israel Investments Ltd. AFI Development is listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange and aims to deliver shareholder value through a commitment to innovation and continuous project development, coupled with the highest standards of design, construction and quality of customer service.
AFI Development focuses on developing and redeveloping high quality commercial and residential real estate assets across Russia, with Moscow being its main market. The Company's existing portfolio comprises commercial projects focused on offices, shopping centers, hotels and mixed-use properties, and residential projects. AFI Development's strategy is to sell the residential properties it develops and to either lease the commercial properties or sell them for a favourable return.
AFI Development is a leading force in urban regeneration, breathing new life into city squares and neighborhoods and transforming congested and underdeveloped areas into thriving new communities. The Company's long-term, large-scale regeneration and city infrastructure projects establish the necessary groundwork for the successful launch of commercial and residential properties, providing a strong base for future.
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