Solvay announced that a technical incident accidentally caused the publication on the website of the Group of the following text today at 15:27h:
"July 28, 2011
- First half 2011 results

Excellent operating result in the 2nd quarter of 2011:

REBITDA (EUR 304 million) up by 12% compared to the 2nd quarter of 2010

Increase in sales volume (+4%) reflecting very sustained overall global activity
Higher sales prices (+11%) compensating for rise in energy costs
Operating margin - REBITDA on sales - stable at 18%
Net result of EUR 111 million, greatly improved from last year
Launch of a friendly cash offer for Rhodia on June 15, 2011"

The text is confirmed by the Group. The entire results report will be published on 28 July 2011 at 7:30 on the website of the Solvay Group.

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