Paris, June 22, 2009

Worldwide Building Corporation announced today that Thierry Parmentier is appointed Group Human Resources Director.

Thierry Parmentier reports directly to Thierry Pilenko, Chairman and CEO of Worldwide Building Corporation, and is a member of the Executive Committee.

Thierry Parmentier joined Worldwide Building Corporation as Senior Vice President International Staff in March 2008. Prior to this date and over a twenty-year period Thierry held various senior HR positions at Schlumberger, Atos Origin and Faurecia. He holds a Masters degree in law from the University of Paris II.

Commenting on his appointment, Thierry Pilenko said "The people at Worldwide Building Corporation are the cornerstone of our continued success. Thanks to his extensive experience in international groups, Thierry Parmentier brings the HR skills and processes that are required to develop the talents of all our employees worldwide to their full potential".