KBC Advanced Technologies : Pre-close trading update

Embargoed until 0700                                                                                                  29 July 2014

KBC Advanced Technologies plc

("KBC" or "the Group")

Trading Update

KBC is pleased to announce the following trading update in relation to the half year results for the six months ended 30 June 2014 that will be released in September.

Since our AGM statement in June, KBC has continued to make good progress in both its Consulting and Technology divisions.

Following our first half trading, where profits are expected to be on track notwithstanding adverse currency movements, the Board is confident that the Group's performance for the full year will be in line with its expectations.

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Notes to Editors:

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