Executive Director Appointment

04 January 2017

Essentra plc

Appointment of Executive Director

Further to an announcement made on 31 October 2016, Essentra plc confirms the appointment of Paul Forman as an Executive Director and Chief Executive with effect from 01 January 2017.

In accordance with Listing Rule 9.6.13 (1), Paul Forman has previously advised his directorships and there are no other details to be disclosed under Listing Rule 9.6.13 (2) to (6).

As at the date of this announcement Paul Forman owns 25,000 ordinary shares in Essentra plc.

Enquiries:

Essentra plc

Jon Green

Company Secretary & General Counsel

T: 01908 359100