Benchmark Holdings Regulatory News (BMK)

28 July 2017

Benchmark Holdings plc("Benchmark" or the "Company")

Director leave of absence

Benchmark announces that Roland Bonney, Chief Operating Officer, is taking a temporary leave of absence for medical reasons. During this time, Roland will step down as a Director of the Company.

Malcolm Pye, Mark Plampin and other members of the senior management team are covering the duties of the Chief Operating Officer in this interim period.

We wish Roland a swift recovery and speedy return, and will update shareholders in due course.

-ENDS-

Notes to Editors:

Benchmark challenges the status quo in aquaculture, agriculture and animal healthcare.

Since 2000, Benchmark has consistently worked to build a platform to serve its customers, helping farmers to take control of their biological environment through the combination of genetics, nutrition, health and knowledge services. Through its in-depth knowledge of animal biology Benchmark is able to tackle the key issues in the aquaculture, livestock and companion animal sectors.

The Company has proven distribution capabilities in high growth markets and operates internationally with R&D facilities, commercial farms, diagnostic laboratories, manufacturing sites, production facilities and commercial offices across 27 countries in five continents. As at 30 June 2017, Benchmark employed 951 people. 

For further information on Benchmark please visit www.benchmarkplc.com