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Vanco PLC
31 October 2003


                                   Vanco plc


                    Vanco signs #8.7 million of new business


                Leading international brands select VNO approach



Vanco plc (FTSE: VAN), the leading global Virtual Network Operator (VNO), today
announces the details of recent new business wins.


C & J Clark International, the biggest branded casual shoe business in the
world, has appointed Vanco, to design, implement and manage its UK and Ireland
retail store network and global corporate Wide Area Network (WAN). The five year
agreement, worth over #5.5 million, will deliver complete end-to-end
connectivity, providing improved performance and an annual 30% cost reduction.


The Vanco solution will use ADSL and MPLS technologies replacing the existing
ISDN and leased line networks across 697 sites in six countries. C & J Clark
International selected Vanco for its service capability, flexible approach and
ability to deliver significant ongoing savings throughout the lifetime of the
contract.


United Biscuits (UB), a leading European manufacturer of biscuits and snacks,
which owns a number of well known brands such as McVitie's, McV a:m, Hula Hoops,
McVitie's Jaffa Cakes and Go Ahead! has appointed Vanco, to design, implement
and manage its European WAN. The new solution will use MPLS, ADSL and Internet
VPN replacing four existing corporate networks, provided by BT, Telefonica, KPN/
Infonet and C&W, based on SMDS and Frame Relay. In total the new WAN will
connect 38 sites across six European countries.


Mitsubishi Motors UK, the distributor of cars with clever technology,
exceptional reliability and excellent build quality, has appointed Vanco, to
design, implement and manage its UK Wide Area Network (WAN). The three year
agreement will connect 140 sites across its distribution and dealer network.
Mitsubishi Motors UK, who had previously experienced Quality of Service issues
as well as a general lack of proactivity from its previous incumbent, selected
Vanco to provide enhanced network performance and operational service quality.


Commenting on the news, Allen Timpany CEO of Vanco said, "Our business continues
to perform strongly as an increasing number of leading global brands recognise
the very clear benefits of the VNO approach, specifically, greatest service,
highest levels of flexibility and lowest cost. We remain very confident about
meeting current market expectations for this year."


ENDS





About Vanco

Established in 1988, Vanco plc (FTSE: VAN) is the leading global Virtual Network
Operator. With solutions available in 230 countries and territories, Vanco is
selected by the world's largest organisations to provide strategic network
solutions. Its customers include Avis Europe, Virgin Retail, Ford Motor Company,
Pilkington, RMC Group and Smith & Nephew.

Through the Vanco network solution customers get access to the greatest
geographic coverage available through a single provider. Vanco offers
incomparable flexibility to customise and adapt the solution in line with market
changes and business priorities.

Vanco is recognised by the industry for its financial success and world class
customer service delivery. A significant proportion of its investment capital
goes into customer care which is reflected by the awards won, independent market
research and customer retention.



For further information please contact:


Vanco plc

Simon Hargreaves, Finance Director

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Andy Brown, PR Manager

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Further information on Vanco please visit our website www.vanco.co.uk







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