Anglo American submits proposal for acquisition of
Anglo American submits proposal for acquisition of Portucel
Anglo American plc
(Incorporated in the United Kingdom)
Registration number: 3564138
Share code: AGL
ISIN: GB0004901517
(the "Company")
News Release
Anglo American submits proposal for acquisition of Portucel
Anglo American plc ("Anglo American") confirms that it has submitted a proposal
for the acquisition of a 30% interest in PORTUCEL-Empresa Produtora de Pasta e
Papel,S.A. ("Portucel"), being sold as part of a reprivatisation process by the
Government of Portugal.
In addition, Anglo American has entered into an agreement with the Sonae group
regarding its interest in Portucel. Under this agreement, Anglo American will
be able to acquire a control position in Portucel subject to certain conditions,
including its being successful in the privatisation process.
This acquisition would form an important part of Anglo American"s paper and
packaging division, Mondi, furthering its growth strategy.
For further information:
Anglo American - London
Investor Relations Media Relations
Nick von Schirnding Kate Aindow
Tel: +44 207 698 8540 Tel: +44 207 698 8619
Anglo American - Johannesburg
Investor Relations Media Relations
Anne Dunn Marion Dixo
Tel: +27 11 638 4730 Tel: +27 11 638 300
26 February 2004
Johannesburg
Sponsor
Cazenove
Date: 26/02/2004 12:51:40 PM Produced by the JSE SENS Department
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