Unilever PLC
Director Declaration
In accordance with Listing Rule 9.6.13 the following information is confirmed in respect of the appointments of the following three Directors to the Board of Unilever PLC on 15 May 2013:
Laura Cha (Non-Executive Director)
In accordance with paragraph 9.6.13(1):
Current Directorships:
- The Hongkong & Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
- China Telecom Corporation Limited
- HSBC Holdings plc
- Sotheby's
Directorships within previous 5 years
- Johnson Electric Holdings Limited
- Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearings Limited
- Baoshan Iron & Steel Co. Ltd.
- Bank of Communications
- Tata Consultancy Services Limited
- Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc.
In accordance with paragraphs 9.6.13(2)-(6) there are no details requiring disclosure.
Mary Ma (Non-Executive Director)
In accordance with paragraph 9.6.13(1):
Current Directorships:
- Lenovo Group Limited
- Stelux Holdings International Limited
- Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited
- Wumart Stores, Inc.
Directorships within previous 5 years
- Daphne International Holdings Limited
- Shenzhen Development Bank
In accordance with paragraphs 9.6.13(2)-(6) there are no details requiring disclosure.
John Rishton Cha (Non-Executive Director)
In accordance with paragraph 9.6.13(1):
Current Directorships:
- Rolls-Royce Holdings plc
Directorships within previous 5 years
- Royal Ahold N.V.
In accordance with paragraphs 9.6.13(2)-(6) there are no details requiring disclosure.
17 May 2013
Unilever Safe Harbour:
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