Atlas Copco and Minova sign global distribution agreement Stockholm, Sweden, 19th August, 2008: Atlas Copco today announced that it has signed a global cooperation agreement in the field of ground control and geotechnics for the mining, tunnelling and civil engineering markets with Minova International, the ground control division of the Orica Group. As a result of this agreement, Minova customers will have access to Atlas Copco rockbolting products, including the world leading Swellex® inflatable bolts. Atlas Copco customers will benefit from the extensive Minova range of rockbolts, resins, grouts and associated equipment. Both Atlas Copco and Minova brands will continue, with an unmatched offer of geotechnical products from a single source. More from Mathias Lewén, Vice President Communications, Atlas Copco Geotechnical Drilling and Exploration, tel +46 70 240 80 06. Visit www.atlascopco.com and www.minova-ct.com or click on the company logolinks on this page. 34/08.