Update re. trials with Asda

Stanelco PLC
01 March 2005

1 March 2005

Stanelco PLC

                           Asda trials move in-store

Stanelco PLC, the RF (radio frequency) applications group, is pleased to
announce that the trial with ASDA for its high integrity sealing of
Microwaveable Food Trays (CPET) has now successfully proceeded towards actual
use in product at a manufacturing site, through distribution and onto the
supermarket's store shelves.

The shelf life trials, which were conducted at Ferndale Foods on behalf of Asda,
have now concluded. Both microbiological and organoleptic tests produced
encouraging results. This has led to an ASDA product being packaged using Radio
Frequency Technology that will appear on the supermarket's shelves from today
(Tuesday).

Ian Balchin, Chief Executive of Stanelco commented:

'The results of the continuing trials with ASDA remain very encouraging.
Following the recent agreement of a 60-day option period with ASDA concerning
its access to our sealing technology for food retail in the UK and Ireland, we
look forward to progressing the relationship towards a long term commercial
agreement as soon as possible.'

Tony Ruane, Technical Manager, Meal Solutions category at ASDA said:

'This is a first to market for ASDA and a significant milestone in our
partnership with Stanelco. ASDA is delighted with the progress of the trials so
far. The environmental benefits of the technology are immense and we are looking
forward to working with Stanelco to widen the reach of RF packaging in the
coming months to other parts of our business. '


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For further information please contact:

Ian Balchin, Chief Executive
Stanelco PLC
Tel: [phone]

Jonathon Brill/Billy Clegg
Financial Dynamics
Tel: [phone]


Notes to Editors:

Stanelco was founded in 1953 and is a world leader in the development of radio
frequency technologies for processing polymers for edible and packaging
applications and the design and manufacture of optical fibre technology,
induction heating and dielectric welding equipment. The Company's current core
business is the manufacture of optical fibre using Radio Frequency (RF)
technology. Stanelco has been applying its technology to other markets. Current
developments include biodegradable air cushion packaging, sealing of low-cost
conventional plastics for food packaging, water-soluble detergent capsules,
foamed starch trays, edible sachets and waste packing.



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