26th Aug 2005 07:01
National Grid PLC26 August 2005 Transco plc Following a gas explosion in December 1999 in Scotland which caused the tragicdeaths of four persons, Transco plc ("Transco") was yesterday fined £15 millionby the High Court in Edinburgh. Whilst deeply regretting what happened, Transco is disappointed with the verdictand is considering the judgment in detail. Safety is paramount to all Transco's operations and it is committed to operatingits networks to the highest standards of safety and reliability. CONTACT DETAILSInvestorsAlexandra Lewis +44 (0)20 7004 3170 +44 (0)7768 554879(m)Bob Seega (US) +1 508 389 2598 MediaClive Hawkins +44 (0)20 7004 3147 +44 (0)7836 357173(m) Citigate Dewe Rogerson +44 (0)20 7638 9571Anthony Carlisle +44 (0)7973 611888(m) END This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock ExchangeRelated Shares:
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