Appointment of Nominated Advisor and Broker

The Board of Osmetech plc is pleased to announce the appointment of Hoare Govett Limited as nominated advisor and broker with immediate effect.

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Osmetech plc                                                             020 7849 6027
James White

Hoare Govett Limited                                                  020 7678 8000
Justin Jones
Andrew Foster

Madano Partnership                                                    020 7593 4000
Matthew Moth
Mark Way