Statement re Press Comment

9 January 2014

Rolls-Royce notes the recent press speculation and confirms that it has been in
preliminary discussions with the Board of Wärtsilä regarding a possible offer
for the company. However, those discussions are no longer continuing.

For further information, please contact:

Investors:

Simon Goodson
Director - Investor Relations
Rolls-Royce plc
Tel: [phone]
[e-mail]


Media:

Peter Morgan
Director - Corporate Affairs
Rolls-Royce plc
Tel: [phone]
[e-mail]
www.rolls-royce.com