James Robinson Consolidation

Yule Catto & Co PLC
01 July 2005



Yule Catto & Co plc

Consolidation of James Robinson production assets


Yule Catto is an international producer of speciality chemicals, which are
supplied to global customers, ranging from manufacturers of medical gloves,
paint and adhesives to the pharmaceuticals and cosmetics industries


Yule Catto & Co plc announces that it is to consolidate production at its James
Robinson subsidiaries on to two of its existing sites, in Germany and India,
leading to the ultimate closure of its UK site in Huddersfield and the loss of
approximately 36 manufacturing jobs.  All products will be transferred to the
other units prior to closure.  Sales and marketing and research and development
will remain in the UK, but will be relocated to new premises, and investment is
being made in modern laboratory facilities.


James Robinson manufactures a range of speciality chemicals, for applications
that include hair dyes, photographic developers and photochromic lenses.


Dr Brendan Catlow, Managing Director of James Robinson, commented:


'In common with many other companies having manufacturing assets in Europe,
James Robinson has felt the impact of the weak US dollar and low-cost imports
from Asia.  Our strong market positions have helped to mitigate the impact of
these pressures, but we are taking action now to secure the long-term growth
potential of our business.  To this end, we will consolidate our production base
on to two sites, and this will lead to the ultimate closure of our Huddersfield
factory.'



                                                                     1 July 2005

Enquiries:


Yule Catto                             01279 442791
Sean Cummins, Finance Director

College Hill                           020 7457 2020
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