Directorate Change

Board Change

The Board of Hampson Industries PLC ("Hampson"), the international aerospace group, announces that Stephen Henwood, non executive director, is stepping down from the Board at the end of November after more than three and a half years with Hampson.

Chairman John Poulter commented: "On behalf of the Board I would like to thank Stephen for his contribution and support during his time in office and to wish him all the best for the future."

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Notes to editors:

Hampson Industries' operations are structured into two business segments, serving the global commercial and military aerospace markets from manufacturing facilities in the UK, North America and India.

Hampson is a world leader in the design and manufacture of close tolerance tooling and assembly systems for large composite and metallic aero structures.

Hampson is listed on the main market of the London Stock Exchange (Symbol: HAMP). For more information: www.hampsongroup.com