GPG Group and Coats plc

2012 summary• Trading remained largely as anticipated – despite tough market conditions• Reported full year sales down 3% but up 2% on constant currency basis• H2 2012 saw improvement in revenue (4% 1 ) and operating profit (16% 1 )on H2 2011. Operating margins rose from 7.2% to 8.0%• Reorganisation activity on track• Overall net cash outflows on accelerated reorg projects to be largely offset by disposalproceeds (before tax) of approx. $50m• EC fine increased net debt by $175m but was fully funded from existing facilities• Free cash flow (pre-EC fine payment) increase from $18m to $45m1At constant exchange rates© GPG Group and Coats plc | Financial results for year ending 31 December 2012 Page 14