Ad-hoc-Announcement:
Pfleiderer AG received notifications of accusations and hearings from Germany’s Federal Antitrust Authority
Neumarkt, March 10, 2010 – In the context of an investigation relating to possible violations of antitrust law, offices were searched at Pfleiderer AG, at some of its subsidiaries, and at some competing companies on March 4, 2009.
With regard to this matter, Pfleiderer AG announces that it has meanwhile received notifications of accusations and hearings from Germany’s Federal Antitrust Authority (Bundeskartellamt). Pfleiderer AG is examining the accusations and will state its position on them to the Federal Antitrust Authority. Due to the pending investigations, the company is unable to disclose any further details.
Contact persons:
Lothar Sindel
Vice President Investor Relations
Phone: +49 (0) 91 81 - 28-80 44
Fax: +49 (0) 91 81 - 28-6 06
E-mail: lothar.sindel@pfleiderer.com
Fabian Schiffer
Vice President Corporate Communications
Phone: +49 (0) 91 81 - 28-84 91
Fax: +49 (0) 91 81 - 28-6 06
E-mail: fabian.schiffer@pfleiderer.com