Simonds Farsons Cisk plc - Interim Directors’ Statement

On 14 June, Simonds Farsons Cisk plc issued its Interim Directors’ Statement covering the first quarter of their 2013/14 financial year.

During the three months ended 30 April 2013, the Group’s profitability was in line with management’s targets and compared favourably to the profits registered in the previous comparable period despite the highly competitive environment particularly in the food importation business. The Directors also stated that the Group maintained a healthy cash generation.

The announcement also revealed preparations with respect to a significant investment in a new beer packaging hall aimed at further strengthening the Group’s competitive edge and export market opportunities. Furthermore, during the upcoming Annual General Meeting scheduled to be held on 20 June 2013, the company confirmed that shareholders will be presented with a concept overview of the development of the land and buildings on the north façade of the Mriehel site.