Wednesday, January 23, 2008

John Laing plc has appointed David Micciche as HSES (Health, Safety, Environment and Sustainability) Director taking responsibility for legal compliance, HSE performance, and the company’s CSR agenda.

David joins from Amey plc where he was the Group HSEQ Advisor and responsible for the strategic development of management systems as well as advising on HSE issues in relation to PFI projects.

David has a number of industry qualifications and is a member of various professional bodies including the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health, the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health and the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management.

Reporting to Group Operations Director Chris Waples, David’s appointment at John Laing is with immediate effect and he will replace Andrew Gibb who retires in April this year.

Chris Waples commented on the appointment: “David is highly qualified in the field of Occupational Safety and Health and Environmental Management, his knowledge and experience is a valuable addition to the company.”

ENDS

For further information please contact:

Vicky Ferries/Charles Reynolds, Madano Partnership: 020 7593 4000, or

Christine Jones, Group Communications Manager at John Laing plc. 020 7901 3200

Notes to Editors:

John Laing PLC

John Laing plc is a specialist provider of facilities through public private partnerships with a long-term perspective and approach around the world. The company manages and delivers 63 projects from planning and funding through to design, construction and operation.  It is actively involved in the management of a wide range of education, health, police, rail, roads and special purpose government facilities.  It has investments and operations in the UK, Scandinavia, Central Europe, Canada and the US and Asia.