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KBC Advanced Technologies PLC
27 February 2002


                                                                27 February 2002


                         KBC Advanced Technologies PLC

                             ("KBC" or the "Group")

KBC acquires process consultancy specialising in pinch technology


     KBC strengthens energy efficiency and clean fuels with Linnhoff March


KBC Process Technology Ltd, a subsidiary of KBC Advanced Technologies plc, today
announced the acquisition of 90.2% of the share capital of Linnhoff March
International Ltd., the world's leading pinch technology company, which is based
in Manchester.  The consideration for the purchase is a combination of cash of
£0.1m paid on completion and loan notes of £2.8m redeemable within 2 years.  The
addition of Linnhoff March's technology and expertise will strengthen the energy
efficiency and clean fuels offerings of KBC to the hydrocarbon processing
industry.

This addition to KBC's services complements their current strength in improving
plant efficiency, a core component of KBC's Profit Improvement Program (PIP).
Linnhoff March carries out a wide range of studies in plants and facilities,
systematically identifying improvements in energy consumption and emissions,
minimising water use and effluent production, and optimising hydrogen
utilisation with Pinch technology, pioneered by the company in 1984.

Don Romano, Chief Executive Officer of KBC, commented, "Linnhoff March's
philosophy matches KBC's - to improve the profitability of our clients through
process optimisation thereby avoiding large capital investment.  Both companies
believe in the use of highly experienced consultants with proprietary software
to achieve capital cost reduction and improved operations."

Steve Haywood, Managing Director of Linnhoff March International Ltd, added, "
Our clients are faced with increasing demands to improve energy efficiency and
reduce emissions. A combination of Linnhoff March's engineering expertise and
KBC's implementation capabilities will result in a superior offering to our
customers globally."


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For further details contact:



KBC Advanced Technologies plc                                01932 242 424
Nick Stone, Finance Director

Weber Shandwick Square Mile                                  020 7950 2800
Christian Taylor-Wilkinson


For more information, visit www.kbcat.com or email to contact_kbc@kbcat.com.


Profit Improvement Programa and PIPa are registered trademarks of KBC Advanced
Technologies Inc

Pinch Analysisa is a trademark of Linnhoff March International Ltd



About KBC Advanced Technologies plc

KBC Advanced Technologies plc is the leading independent process engineering
consultancy, improving operational efficiency and profitability in the
hydrocarbon processing industry worldwide. KBC analyses plant operations and
management systems, recommends changes that deliver material and measurable
improvements in profitability, and offers Implementation Services to assist
clients in realising measurable financial improvements.

In addition, KBC's RAM (Reliability, Availability and Maintenance) consultancy
has enabled its clients to improve routine maintenance and turnaround
performance. Combined, KBC's Planning Services, Energy, Oil Loss, and Risk
Management programs provide tools and practices to enhance all areas of refining
and petrochemical operations.  KBC has recently acquired PEL, to provide a wide
range of regional studies concentrating on the future outlook for the industry,
including forecasts of prices and supply demand balances.

KBC pioneered the development of simulation models that capture interactions
between the various process units within the refinery, and is the market leader
in the supply of these models. KBC has a broad spectrum of clients ranging from
large integrated oil companies, to small independent refineries, and
petrochemical complexes.


About Linhoff March International Ltd

Linnhoff March was founded in 1984 as an independent process consultancy for the
oil and chemical industries and was owned by 18 of its current and former
Directors and Employees.  In the 12 month period to 30 June 2001, Linnhoff March
made profit before tax of £307,402 and had net assets at that date of £296,786.
The company pioneered Pinch Analysis, which results in energy conservation and
capital cost reduction through better process design for the client.  Linnhoff
March focuses on the optimised integration of processes and utilities to
maximise clients' profits.  This methodology is used in the areas of energy,
water use and hydrogen in projects for more than 400 clients worldwide.
Linnhoff March has undertaken over 1200 projects, in a wide range of industries,
including the oil and gas, petrochemicals, bulk chemicals, speciality chemicals,
pulp and paper, food & drink, metals and minerals and power.



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