Anglo American : enters into binding agreement for the sale of its 50% interest in Lafarge Tarmac to Lafarge

25 July 2014

Notes to editors:

Lafarge Tarmac was formed in January 2013 following the merger of Anglo American and Lafarge's cement, aggregates, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt and asphalt surfacing and maintenance services, and waste services businesses in the United Kingdom.  As at 30 June 2014, Anglo American's 50% reported interest in Lafarge Tarmac's gross assets (before deduction of gross liabilities) was £1,382 million, including goodwill, on an unaudited basis. For the period ending 31 December 2013, prior to any Anglo American Group adjustments, the loss before tax attributable to 50% of Lafarge Tarmac was £33 million.

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