Wienerberger AG: Wienerberger received green light for Tondach Gleinstätten acquisition

Vienna (pta017/30.06.2011/13:15 UTC+2) Approval for increase in Tondach Gleinstätten holding will allow for the restructuring of roofing investments between Wienerberger and Monier
- Wienerberger will transfer 50% of the shares in Bramac (concrete roof tiles) to Monier Group and, in exchange, receive a further 25% stake in Tondach Gleinstätten plus an additional payment

Wienerberger AG has received the approval of the responsible cartel authorities for the takeover of a further 25% stake in Tondach Gleinstätten as part of a stock swap with the now former joint venture partner Monier.

Wienerberger receives a 25% stake in Tondach plus an additional payment in exchange for 50% of the Bramac shares
Wienerberger and Monier previously held common investments in the roof tile business through two joint ventures that were focused on Eastern Europe. This transaction will give Monier 50% of the shares in Bramac, and thereby the concrete roof tile business, while Wienerberger will receive a further 25% stake in Tondach Gleinstätten as well as an additional cash payment. Wienerberger will then hold 50% of the shares in Tondach Gleinstätten; the remaining 50% will remain under the ownership of two families. Accordingly, Wienerberger will deconsolidate Bramac as of June 30, 2011 and Tondach Gleinstätten, which was previously accounted for at equity, will now be included in results on a proportionate basis of 50%.

Similar structures as an optimal basis to jointly profit from growth in Eastern Europe
"We welcome the cartel authorities' approval of the transaction. This step not only confirms the restructuring of the investments with Monier, but also completes the reorganization of our industrial portfolio. The increase in our Tondach Gleinstätten holding to 50% will strengthen our presence in clay roof tiles on the core markets of Central-East Europe and move us an important step closer to becoming a system provider for energy-efficient and sustainable construction. Additionally, we will also improve our positioning on the renovation market in Eastern Europe, where clay roof tiles are playing an increasingly important role. Tondach has a sound industrial base, innovative products and strong local management. Based on the similar structures, I am convinced that Tondach and Wienerberger are the ideal partners to profit jointly from the growth in Eastern Europe", commented Heimo Scheuch, CEO Wienerberger AG, on the results of the cartel review.

Tondach Gleinstätten is well-positioned in Eastern Europe
Tondach Gleinstätten has been expanding eastward since 1992 and is now well-positioned on the clay roof tile market in Central and Eastern Europe with 19 plants in 11 countries. In 2010 the company generated revenues of approx. 180 million Euro with 2,327 employees. Tondach has an established reputation for high-quality, innovative products. In recent years the company has made substantial investments to expand its production sites and now has a network of modern plants with state-of-the-art equipment.

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

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