Wienerberger AG: Successful placement of new 100 million Euro Wienerberger bond

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Vienna (pta013/22.06.2011/11:00 UTC+2) Placement of new seven-year, 5.25% bond completed
- Subscription period runs from June 27 to 29, 2011 (subject to early closing)

Wienerberger AG, the world's largest producer of bricks and number one on the clay roof tile market in Europe, has successfully completed the issue of a new bond. The instrument has a seven-year term ending in April 2018 and a denomination of 1,000 Euro. The coupon was set at 5.25% and the reoffer price at 99.23%. Heimo Scheuch, Chief Executive Officer of Wienerberger AG, was pleased over the results of the issue: "In spite of the current unfavorable market climate for these types of transactions, the issue was oversubscribed. I see this as a strong sign of investors' confidence in Wienerberger". The subscription period runs from June 27 to 29, 2011, but may be closed earlier.

Wienerberger's strong capital structure will be maintained
Wienerberger had low gearing of only 22% at the end of the first quarter of 2011, and does not expect this transaction will lead to an increase in financial liabilities. "The funds from the new bond will not only improve our term structure, but also complete our refinancing program up to the end of 2012", added Willy Van Riet, Chief Financial Officer of Wienerberger AG.

For additional information contact:
Barbara Braunöck, Head of Investor Relations
T +43 1 60192 - 471 | communication@wienerberger.com

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Emitter:	Wienerberger AG Wienerbergstraße 11 1100 Wien Austria
Contact Person:	Barbara Braunöck
Phone:	+43 1 60192-471
E-Mail:	communication@wienerberger.com
Website:	www.wienerberger.com
ISIN(s):	AT0000831706 (Share)
Stock Exchange(s):	Vienna Stock Exchange (Official Trade)