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27 May 2008
Volex Group plc
DIRECTORATE CHANGES
The Board of Volex Group plc (the "Company") today announces the following changes to its Board of Directors:
Karen Slatford will be appointed a non-executive director with effect from 27 May 2008. Karen will also be a member of the Nominations Committee.
Karen Slatford is currently the Chairman of Neverfail Group and an EMEA Advisory Board member of Ciena Networks. Karen was previously a non-executive director of HAL Knowledge Solutions and went on to become Executive Chairman of that organisation until November 2006. She was also Chairman of Portwise AB until September 2006, and was a non-executive director of The Listening Company, Compel Group PLC and Via Networks.
Between 1983 and 2001, Karen was employed by Hewlett Packard Ltd and, whilst working across various capacities and roles, was focused on improving the Group's sales and marketing throughout both the UK and globally. In 2000 Karen was appointed Chairman of Hewlett Packard UK Ltd and also undertook the position of Vice President and General Manager Worldwide of Sales and Marketing, Business Customer Organisation until 2001.
Craig Mullett has informed the Board that he intends to retire as a director, which will take effect on 30 June 2008.
Commenting on the Board changes, Mike McTighe, Chairman said:
"I am delighted to welcome Karen to the Board. Her extensive knowledge and experience of one of our key market sectors and deep understanding of sales and marketing will add a valuable dimension to the Board.
Craig Mullett joined the Board in June 2005 and has throughout demonstrated dedication to both the Board and the Business. I would like to thank Craig for the significant contribution he has made."
Save as set out in this announcement, there is no information to be disclosed pursuant to Listing Rule 9.6.13 R paragraphs (2) to (6).
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For further information:
| Volex Group plc | 01925 830 101 |
| Heejae Chae, Group Chief Executive | |
| Ian Degnan, Group Finance Director | |
| Weber Shandwick Financial | 020 7067 0700 |
| Terry Garrett / Nick Dibden / James White |