Suspension of Executive Directors
20/03/2009 2:15pm
UK Regulatory
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RNS Number : 2262P
Global Brands S.A.
20 March 2009
Embargo until 2.15pm
20 March 2009
Global Brands S.A.
Suspension of Executive Directors
Following a duly convened meeting of the board of directors, the decision has
been taken to suspend from all operational duties, Mr Yair Hasson, Executive
Chairman, and Mr Amir Hasson, the Chief Executive Officer pending an
investigation into their day to day management of the Company.
The Executive Vice Chairman, Mr Roberto Avondo and the Non-Executive directors,
Mr Simon Bentley and Mr Bruce Vandenberg have taken this action in what they
believe to be in the best interest of the Company, its employees and the
shareholders.
The investigation will be concluded as soon as is practicable. Pending the
outcome of the investigation the Directors have requested that dealing in the
ordinary shares of the Company be suspended with immediate effect.
The Executive Vice Chairman and Non-Executive directors will during this period,
be responsible for the continuing day to day operations of the Company.
A further announcement will be made in due course following the outcome of the
investigation.
Contact:
For further information:
Global Brands S.A.
Simon Bentley, Non-Executive Director Tel: (0) 20 7440 7021
(M): 07774 151 111
Bruce Vandenberg, Non-Executive Director Tel: (0) 20 7409 0746
(M): +44
(0) 78997 91726
www.globalbrands.ch
Zimmerman Adams International Ltd
Graeme Thom Tel: (0) 20 7060 1760
Charity WalmsleyTel: (0) 20 7060 1760
www.zimmint.com
Alexander David Securities Ltd
David Scott Tel: (0) 20 7448 9830
www.ad-securities.com
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