Negotiations regarding a possible sale of Elkem AS

In response to news article in Dagens Næringsliv today, Orkla ASA hereby
confirms that it is in negotiations with China National Bluestar regarding a
possible sale of Elkem AS' silicon-related operations, including Elkem Solar.
The agreement does not include the shares in Elkem Energi AS.

Orkla ASA will make a further announcement as and when appropriate.

Orkla ASA,
Oslo, 10 January 2011

Contacts:

Rune Helland, SVP, Investor Relations, tel: [phone]

Johan Chr. Hovland, SVP, Corporate Communication and Public Affairs,
tel.: [phone]



This information is subject of the disclosure requirements acc. to §5-12 vphl
(Norwegian Securities Trading Act)






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