ENGI.L Regulatory News (ENGI)

18 Aug 2005 08:58

Billam PLC18 August 2005 18 AUGUST 2005 BILLAM PLC (BLLM) (AIM) ("Billam" or "the Company") BOARD CHANGES The Board of Billam Plc, the investment company specialising in technology forthe future, is pleased to announce the appointment of Simon Bennett as anon-executive director with effect from 18 August 2005. Mr Bennett has extensive experience in the mid and small cap company sector. Hehas over 20 years of investment banking experience having worked at Citigroupand Credit Lyonnais Securities, where he was formerly the Head of the Mid andSmall cap companies team. He is a Chartered Accountant. The Board believes Simon Bennett will assist in adding value to Billam'sportfolio and its investee companies through his expertise and contacts. AsBillam's portfolio is increasingly in the quoted sector the companies can groworganically and by focussed acquisition. The strengthening of the investmentsshould be recognised in increased market value and reflected in Billam's netasset value. Commenting Angus Forrest, Billam's Chief Executive said: "We are delighted towelcome Simon to the Board. His experience in the small to mid cap market willbring an added dimension to Billam as it continues to develop its investmentportfolio". The directorships and partnerships held by Simon Charles Bennett, aged 47, nowand over the five years preceding the date of appointment are as follows: Current: Citicourt Limited; Kamstar Limited; Incremental Capital LLP There are no other matters which are required to be announced as required underparagraph (f) of Schedule 2 of the AIM Rules. 18 August 2005 Enquiries Billam PlcAngus Forrest 020 7336 1300 Bishopsgate CommunicationsMaxine Barnes / Dominic Barretto 020 7430 1600 This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock Exchange