Appendix 3.
UBM has continued to make good progress in the second half of 2004. Broad based strength in exhibitions, publishing, news distribution and syndicated market research has been driving solid year on year growth in underlying operating profit. Revenue has been boosted by the success of acquisitions and by investments in new products. The overall profit performance has been towards the higher end of our expectations.
Underlying revenue from the publications and events businesses in Asia and UK, is ahead of the same period last year. CMPi has continued to take display market share from its US and UK competitors. UK classified revenues are in line with last year, with increased levels of investment to develop online functionality and to boost circulation levels.
In the US, healthcare publishing and technology online are both showing strong growth and technology events and custom marketing solutions are also making good progress. Our market share of technology publishing grew, but overall technology revenues were down as US print publishing continues to lag behind the other channels.
US healthcare publishing is benefiting from a strong performance by the Oncology Group and Cliggott publishing, acquired in 2003. US medical education continues to be negatively impacted by regulatory issues, although much of the revenue effect has been mitigated by action on costs. Multi sponsor events are performing robustly with the impact of the regulatory issues largely confined to single sponsor events.
The integration of CMPMedica (the drug information and trade press business - acquired in July of this year), is on track with sales and profits achieving the acquisition plan. CMPMedica recently invested in a joint venture in France to purchase Axilog, a leading doctors’ practice management software supplier.
Throughout 2004, UBM has been highlighting a structural change in customers’ allocation of their advertising and marketing budgets – especially in US technology. “Return on Investment” and lead generating strategies are driving the growth of electronic and other multi-channel platforms for marketing programmes. Since 2000, UBM has been investing in these new media channels to offer a range of multi-channel marketing solutions. UBM has increased the level of this investment in the second half of 2004 and will continue doing so in 2005. This investment is driving growth and should enable UBM to perform ahead of trend.
NEWS DISTRIBUTION
PR Newswire continues to grow strongly. Year on year volumes and yields increased in the second half due to longer messages and to increasing demand for wider distribution services.
PR Newswire’s wide range of media intelligence products increased revenues, with targeted contacts data lists performing particularly well.
PR Newswire’s businesses outside of the US improved revenues and are expected to achieve their breakeven target in 2004.
MARKET RESEARCH
Year to date, overall revenues at NOP World are growing in line with the market. In the second half of the year, NOP’s syndicated and continuous businesses have again delivered strong performances but conditions in ad hoc and healthcare remaining challenging. Eurisko, acquired in 2003, has delivered a strong operating performance.
OPERATING EFFICIENCIES
Following the major improvements in operating efficiencies over the last two years, the group is accelerating a major programme of offshoring and outsourcing which is expected to improve operating margins over the next two years.
INVESTMENTS
The acquisitions made in 2003 and 2004 are performing well and are on track to generate the returns targeted. Organic investments continue to drive revenue growth. We have increased new product investment in 2004 and plan to do so again in 2005.
FIXED ASSET INVESTMENT
Five continues to perform well, delivering year on year increases in its share of advertising and its share of audience, and growing its operating profits. Notably five’s share of market on the fastest growing platform – Freeview – is a particularly strong 9.5 per cent, compared with 9.2 per cent for Channel 4 and 17.5 per cent for ITV.
CEO SUCCESSION
As advised in September, UBM plans to announce its next CEO before the end of December.
*UBM is scheduled to announce its preliminary results for 2004 on 25 February 2005. This announcement is the routine update prior to entering the January and February close season associated with the preliminary results
For further information please contact:
For United Business Media enquiries:
Michael Waring | United Business Media | + 44 20 7921 5031 |
Colin Browne | The Maitland Consultancy | + 44 20 7379 5151 |
This press release includes statements which are not historical facts and are considered “forward-looking” within the meaning of Section 27 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect UBM’s current views about future events, business and growth strategy and financial performance. These forward-looking statements are identified by their use of terms and phrases such as “believe,” “expect,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “on target” and similar expressions identifying forward-looking statements. Investors should
not rely on forward-looking statements because they are subject to a variety of risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from UBM’s expectations. UBM expressly does not undertake any duty to update forward-looking statements. Management does not attempt to update forecasts unless conditions materially change.
Appendix 4.

16TH December 2004
UNITED BUSINESS MEDIA
DAVID LEVIN TO SUCCEED CLIVE HOLLICK AS CEO OF
UNITED BUSINESS MEDIA
United Business Media plc announces that David Levin will succeed Clive Hollick as CEO from April 5th 2005. David Levin, aged 42, is currently CEO of Symbian Limited. He has extensive experience of international markets having worked in the Far East, USA and Europe. He also has experience of media markets, having been the COO of Euromoney Institutional Investor.
Geoff Unwin, Chairman of UBM plc, today said:
“The Board has conducted an extensive search to find the best possible successor to Clive Hollick. The process has been clear from the start – we have evaluated extremely strong internal candidates together with external candidates. David Levin has an impressive operational background coupled with a track record of strong strategic execution. He also has extensive experience of international and media markets. Succeeding Clive will be a difficult task for anyone, but we have every confidence that David is the right man. We look forward to welcoming him on board.”
Clive Hollick, CEO of UBM plc said:
“I am impressed by David’s credentials and qualities. He is thoughtful, inspires confidence and has an impressive track record. I feel confident that he will continue to drive United to even greater heights – delivering strong shareholder value. His people skills are also exemplary and he has a deep knowledge of the world of publishing and information – both vital for a business such as ours. I look forward to introducing David into the company and doing whatever I can to make his introduction as smooth as possible.”
David Levin said:
“I am delighted that the Board has chosen me to succeed Clive. I am in no doubt as to how important this succession is viewed by everyone – shareholders, customers and staff. They can all be assured that my objectives are to continue to build and deliver strong shareholder value, ensure that I build on our reputation for delivering superior services and products to our many customers and maintaining our corporate values to all our employees.”
-Ends-
For further information please call:
Colin Browne | The Maitland Consultancy | 020 7379 5151/07733 103 800 |
Notes to Editors:
United Business Media plc (http://www.unitedbusinessmedia.com) is a leading provider of business-to-business media solutions. Its products and services help companies around the world to meet their market information needs. UBM’s businesses include NOP World, one of the largest market research groups globally and PR Newswire, the world’s leading corporate news distribution service. Within the professional media division the companies are CMP Media, CMP Asia, CMPi and UAP - this division includes B2B media and exhibitions in high-tech, healthcare, entertainment and jewellery and fashion in the US, UK, Asia and Europe.
Biography of David Levin
David Levin has been CEO of Symbian since April 2002 and has served on the Symbian Supervisory Board since 2000. He joined Symbian from Psion plc, the handheld computing company, where he was Chief Executive from February 1999. Previously, he spent five years with the international business publishing group Euromoney Institutional Investor, as Chief Operating Officer and before that as President of Institutional Investor in New York. David also worked for the Venture Capital group Apax Partners for 4 years, as the Managing Director of an owned engineering group, and the Consultancy firm Bain & Company for 5 years, mostly in Asia. Levin read PPE at Oxford University (graduating in 1983) and was awarded an MBA from Stanford University in 1987.
Appendix 5.
SCHEDULE 10
NOTIFICATION OF MAJOR INTERESTS IN SHARES
All relevant boxes should be completed in block capital letters.
1. | Name of company |
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| UNITED BUSINESS MEDIA PLC |
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2. | Name of shareholder having a major interest |
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| Legal & General Group plc companies |
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3. | Please state whether notification indicates that it is in respect of holding of the shareholder named in 2 above or in respect of a non-beneficial interest or in the case of an individual holder if it is a holding of that person’s spouse or children under the age of 18 |
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| NON BENEFICIAL – See 2 Above |
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4. | Name of the registered holder(s) and, if more than one holder, the number of shares held by each of them |
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| As 2 Above |
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5. | Number of shares acquired |
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| N/A |
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6. | Percentage of issued class |
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| N/A |
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7. | Number of shares/amount of stock disposed |
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| N/A |
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8. | Percentage of issued class |
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| N/A |
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9. | Class of security |
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| ORDINARY SHARES OF 25P |
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10. | Date of transaction |
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| NOT KNOWN |
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11. | Date company informed |
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| 16 DECEMBER 2004 |
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12. | Total holding following this notification |
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| 14,460,570 |
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13. | Total percentage holding of issued class following this notification |
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| 4.30% |
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14. | Any additional information |
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| N/A |
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15. | Name of contact and telephone number for queries |
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| HELEN MARTIN: 020 7921 5062 |
16. | Name and signature of authorised company official responsible for making this notification |
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| ANNE SIDDELL COMPANY SECRETARY |
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Date of notification: 16 December 2004 |
Material Interest | | Holding | |
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HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 914945 | | | 117,785 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 923363 | | | 187,577 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 775237 | | | 52,284 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 942199 | | | 341,237 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 942229 | | | 341,237 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 942217 | | | 338,267 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 942205 | | | 413,948 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 942175 | | | 346,302 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 942187 | | | 346,302 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 775245 | | | 1,293,437 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 130007 | | | 82,297 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 770286 | | | 183,316 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 357206 | | | 8,641,497 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 866197 | | | 77,406 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 904332 | | | 46,400 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 916681 | | | 17,500 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 361602 | | | 17,913 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 282605 | | | 908,964 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 360509 | | | 499,884 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 766793 | | | 70,036 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 824434 | | | 30,404 | |
HSBC Global Custody Nominee (UK) Ltd A/C 924422 | | | 106,577 | |
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TOTAL | | | 14,460,570 | |
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Appendix 6.
SCHEDULE 10
NOTIFICATION OF MAJOR INTERESTS IN SHARES
All relevant boxes should be completed in block capital letters.
1. | Name of company |
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| UNITED BUSINESS MEDIA PLC |
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2. | Name of shareholder having a major interest |
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| SCOTTISH WIDOWS INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP LTD |
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3. | Please state whether notification indicates that it is in respect of holding of the shareholder named in 2 above or in respect of a non-beneficial interest or in the case of an individual holder if it is a holding of that person’s spouse or children under the age of 18 |
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| NON BENEFICIAL – See 2 Above |
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4. | Name of the registered holder(s) and, if more than one holder, the number of shares held by each of them |
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| As 2 Above – see attached sheet. |
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5. | Number of shares acquired |
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| Not Advised |
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6. | Percentage of issued class |
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| N/A |
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7. | Number of shares/amount of stock disposed |
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| N/A |
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8. | Percentage of issued class |
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| N/A |
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9. | Class of security |
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| ORDINARY SHARES OF 25P |
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10. | Date of transaction |
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| NOT KNOWN |
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11. | Date company informed |
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| 17 DECEMBER 2004 |
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12. | Total holding following this notification |
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| 18,191,223 ORDINARY SHARES OF 25P |
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13. | Total percentage holding of issued class following this notification |
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| 5.41% |
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14. | Any additional information |
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| N/A |
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15. | Name of contact and telephone number for queries |
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| HELEN MARTIN 020 7921 5062 |
16. | Name and signature of authorised company official responsible for making this notification |
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| ANNE SIDDELL COMPANY SECRETARY |
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Date of notification: 17 DECEMBER 2004 |
Registered Holder | | Management Company | | No. of Shares | |
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State Street Nominees Limited A/C XBY2 | | | SWIP | | | 1,000,000 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C XC5U | | | SWIP | | | 1,309,434 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C XBY3 | | | SWIP | | | 50,000 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C W36A | | | SWIP | | | 314,836 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C W32L | | | SWIP | | | 604,827 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C W3L2 | | | SWIP | | | 28,000 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C W33H | | | SWIP | | | 1,925,320 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C XBJ2 | | | SWIP | | | 2,286,618 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C XBJ3 | | | SWIP | | | 259,423 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C W3J3 | | | SWIP | | | 778,600 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C W3I8 | | | SWIP | | | 38,384 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C WJJ9 | | | SWIP | | | 54,318 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C XBP7 | | | SWIP | | | 213,988 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C XBY4 | | | SWIP | | | 519,000 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C XC5W | | | SWIP | | | 702,883 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C W39Q | | | SWIP | | | 44,668 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C XBY5 | | | SWIP | | | 18,000 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C W39N | | | SWIP | | | 263,683 | |
| | | SWIP | | | 1,388 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C W36U | | | SWIP | | | 1,032,241 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C XBK6 | | | SWIP | | | 1,079,655 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C XBS8 | | | SWIP | | | 5,000 | |
State Street Nominees Limited A/C W39F | | | SWIP | | | 5,660,957 | |
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TOTAL | | | | | | 18,191,223 | |
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Appendix 7.
SCHEDULE 10
NOTIFICATION OF MAJOR INTERESTS IN SHARES
All relevant boxes should be completed in block capital letters.
1. | Name of company |
| |
| UNITED BUSINESS MEDIA PLC |
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2. | Name of shareholder having a major interest |
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| Aviva plc and subsidiaries (Morley Fund Management Limited) |
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3. | Please state whether notification indicates that it is in respect of holding of the shareholder named in 2 above or in respect of a non-beneficial interest or in the case of an individual holder if it is a holding of that person’s spouse or children under the age of 18 |
| |
| NON BENEFICIAL – See 2 Above |
| |
4. | Name of the registered holder(s) and, if more than one holder, the number of shares held by each of them |
| |
| As 2 Above – see attached sheet. |
| |
5. | Number of shares acquired |
| |
| N/A |
| |
6. | Percentage of issued class |
| |
| N/A |
| |
7. | Number of shares/amount of stock disposed |
| |
| N/A |
| |
8. | Percentage of issued class |
| |
| N/A |
| |
9. | Class of security |
| |
| ORDINARY SHARES OF 25P |
| |
10. | Date of transaction |
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| 21 DECEMBER 2004 |
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11. | Date company informed |
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| 23 DECEMBER 2004 |
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12. | Total holding following this notification |
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| 10,113,201 ORDINARY SHARES OF 25P |
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13. | Total percentage holding of issued class following this notification |
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| 3.01% |
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14. | Any additional information |
| |
| N/A |
| |
15. | Name of contact and telephone number for queries |
| |
| HELEN MARTIN 020 7921 5062 |
16. | Name and signature of authorised company official responsible for making this notification |
| |
| ANNE SIDDELL COMPANY SECRETARY |
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Date of notification: 24 DECEMBER 2004 |
Registered Holder | | No. of Shares | |
| |
| |
BNY Norwich Union Nominees Limited | | | 3,914,832 | |
Chase GA Group Nominees Limited | | | 2,880,842 | |
CUIM Nominee Limited | | | 3,317,527 | |
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|
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TOTAL | | | 10,113,201 | |
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