Acquisition Update

6 Dec 2005 14:58

Hampson Industries PLC06 December 2005 Proposed Acquisition of Coast Composites Inc - Update Hampson Industries PLC is pleased to announce the Committee on ForeignInvestment in the United States ("CFIUS") has provided clearance under Section721 of the Defense Production Act for the acquisition of Coast Composites Inc byHampson to proceed without any need for further review. Approval to complete the transaction is being sought from shareholders at anExtraordinary General Meeting taking place on 15 December 2005. Malcolm DolanCompany Secretary6 December 2005 This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock Exchange