Acquisition

Clarkson PLC
12 September 2005

                                  CLARKSON PLC

                         Acquisition of MV Pacific Dhow
                         by Clarkson Logistics Division


Clarkson PLC ('Clarksons') today announces that its Logistics Division has taken
delivery of the MV Pacific Dhow.  The MV Pacific Dhow is a 5,000 deadweight
tonne chemicals and products tanker, built in 2005.



As indicated in our 2005 Interim Report issued on 31 August 2005, Clarksons has
identified a new long term project to transport jet fuel to Hong Kong
International Airport which requires a modern specialised tanker.  The MV
Pacific Dhow meets the essential specification for this project and will
commence operations under a long term charter in October 2005.



The MV Pacific Dhow has cost US$14.1 million.  Clarksons has financed this
acquisition by US$9.2 million of bank borrowing with the balance of US$4.9
million coming from existing cash resources.



This investment demonstrates Clarksons continuing commitment to find innovative
marine transport solutions to industry and commerce and should, as with any
longer term transaction, enhance the sustainability of future earnings.



For further information:
Richard Fulford-Smith, Clarkson PLC
Telephone: [phone]
Tim Huxley, Clarkson Logistics
Telephone: + 852 2866 3068



Notes to editors

Background to Clarkson PLC


Clarkson PLC (which is listed on the London Stock Exchange) is acknowledged as
the world's leading shipping services group. Through its unrivalled and
extensive global network of offices it is able to give its clients unique access
to a wide range of shipping services. Clarksons covers shipbroking, research,
publications, derivatives and logistics. Clarksons' strategy is to expand and
develop the group around these key activities.



For further information on Clarkson PLC, please visit the company's website at
http://www.clarksons.com/






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