Trading Statement

13 May 2005 06:00

Embargoed: 0700hrs, 13 May 2005 Avingtrans plc ("Avingtrans" or the "Group") Trading Statement The Board of Avingtrans expects trading performance for the twelve months to 31May 2005 to exceed market expectations of turnover, profit and earnings pershare.The increased performance of the Group comes as a result of both organic growthand better than expected contribution from Avingtrans' core subsidiary company,Metalcraft, following higher than anticipated demand for MRI scanner components- the most significant part of the Group's operation.The Board is confident that this positive momentum will continue into the newfinancial year.Final Results for the twelve months to 31 May 2005 are expected to be publishedin September 2005. -Ends- For further information please contact,Ken Baker, ChairmanStephen King, Finance DirectorAvingtrans plcTel. 0115 949 9020Adam Reynolds / Ben SimonsHansard CommunicationsTel. 020 7245 1100ENDAVINGTRANS PLC