Withdrawal from SO2 business

30 Dec 2005 12:00

Yule Catto & Co PLC30 December 2005 Yule Catto & Co plc("Yule Catto") Withdrawal from sulphur dioxide business Yule Catto & Co plc announces its decision to withdraw from the sulphur dioxidederivates business. Discussions are currently being held with third partiesaimed at maximising shareholder value, whilst supporting our loyal customer baseduring a period of transition. Further details will be provided as they becomeavailable. This decision is in line with Yule Catto's corporate strategy of reshaping itsperformance chemicals activities. 30 December 2005 ENQUIRIES Yule CattoSean Cummins, Finance Director Tel: 01279 459533 College HillGareth David Tel: 020 7457 2020 This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock Exchange