Volex Regulatory News (VLX)

10 December 2012

VOLEX plc

Directorate Changes

Volex plc ('Volex' or together with its subsidiaries, the 'Group'), the global provider of electrical, digital and optical connections, today announces that Andrew Cherry, Group Finance Director, will be leaving Volex 31 March 2013 to pursue opportunities outside of the Group.

Andrew will remain with the Group until a successor has been appointed and an orderly transition of responsibilities has been effected.

The search for a successor is underway and a further announcement will follow in due course.

Mike McTighe, Chairman of Volex plc commented:

"I would like to take the opportunity to thank Andrew for his substantial contribution to the business over the last four years. Andrew has played a key role in the transformation of the business during a challenging period. We wish him well for the future and we look forward to announcing Andrew's successor at the appropriate time."

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For further information please contact:

Volex plc

Ray Walsh Group Chief Executive +44 20 3370 8830

Buchanan

Charles Ryland / Sophie McNulty / Louise Hadcocks +44 20 7466 5000