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BAW/BAWP - Barloworld Limited - Cautionary announcement
Barloworld Limited
(Incorporated in the Republic of South Africa)
(Registration number 1918/000095/06)
(Income Tax Registration number 9000/051/71/5)
(Share code: BAW)
(JSE ISIN: ZAE000026639)
(Share code: BAWP)
(JSE ISIN: ZAE000026647)
(Bond issuer code: BIBAW)
("Barloworld" or "the Company")
CAUTIONARY ANNOUNCEMENT
Shareholders are advised that Barloworld is in negotiations with Caterpillar
Global Mining LLC and some of its subsidiaries for the acquisition of the
Bucyrus distribution businesses in certain of our southern African Cat
dealership territories which, if successfully concluded, may have a material
effect on the price of the Company`s securities. Accordingly, shareholders
are advised to exercise caution when dealing in the Company`s securities
until a full announcement is made.
Sandton Sponsor:
18th May 2012 J.P. Morgan Equities Limited
About Barloworld
Barloworld is a distributor of leading international brands providing
integrated rental, fleet management, product support and logistics
solutions. The core divisions of the group comprise Equipment (earthmoving
and power systems), Automotive and Logistics (car rental, motor retail,
fleet services, used vehicles and disposal solutions, logistics management
and supply chain optimisation) and Handling (materials handling and
agriculture). We offer flexible, value adding, integrated business solutions
to our customers backed by leading global brands. The brands we represent on
behalf of our principals include Caterpillar, Hyster, Avis, Audi, BMW, Ford,
General Motors, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Volkswagen, Massey Ferguson and
others.
Barloworld has a proven track record of long-term relationships with global
principals and customers. We have an ability to develop and grow businesses
in multiple geographies including challenging territories with high growth
prospects. One of our core competencies is an ability to leverage systems
and best practices across our chosen business segments. As an organisation
we are committed to sustainable development and playing a leading role in
empowerment and transformation. The company was founded in 1902 and
currently has operations in 26 countries around the world with approximately
60% of our nineteen thousand employees in South Africa.
Date: 18/05/2012 10:23:00 Produced by the JSE SENS Department.
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