TERREAL, one of the top leading players in building materials, has developed innovative solutions in terracotta facade-related products. The terracotta material, which is ecological by its very nature, features widely-acknowledged acoustic and thermal properties. Through innovating building solutions, TERREAL has the ambition to associate this warm and authentic material to the creation of a habitat that is respectful of the environment and of the people who live and work in it. TERREAL facade solutions are traditionally warm, decidedly technological and sustainable, and they open whole new horizons to architectural creation. The Ventilated Facade construction system developed by TERREAL consists of a terracotta panel from 20 to 60 cm in height and up to 1.80 m in length. The panel is fixed to a building back up wall using metal fastenings (aluminium or stainless steel), taking care to keep an air gap between the panel and the wall to ensure constant ventilation of the facade. TERREAL ventilated facades may be combined with external thermal insulation (Terreal CoolMax for instance, an aluminium base reflective insulation solution) to ensure thermal protection and optimal energy efficiency for new or renovated buildings. Terreal façade solutions provide high wind and shock resistance, and are maintenance free. The TERREAL sunscreen (or louvers) solutions act as a solar heat reduction system. Terreal Terracotta’s strong thermal inertia delays and reduces the release of absorbed solar heat towards the indoors while allowing indirect light to penetrate, better thermal; co m fort, optimized use of natural light. 100% natural and recyclable, TERREAL Terracotta facades do not deteriorate in case of high air humidity content, are non-combustible and maintenance-free.  TERREAL has developed particularly innovative fastening systems which facilitate the fitting of its ventilated facades and sunscreens. By using highly efficient firing methods, TERREAL is in a position to provide a range of outstanding width and breadth, whether in terms of colour, format or surface aspects. About the TERREAL Group : This French group was founded through the merger of three powerful, centennial and renowned brick and tile makers. It then went on to add other prestigious names in the construction sector, and today its yearly revenues amount 400MEuros and it employs 3,000 people on 25 production sites worldwide. It has subsidiaries in Europe, the United States and Asia, the latter being an area where it is experiencing sustained growth thanks to its facilities in Malaysia, Singapore and China.   For further information : TERREAL SINGAPORE Ptd Ltd Mr Olivier ROBER, Managing Director olivier.rober@terreal.com www.terrealinternational.com Regional press contact (Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines and Indonesia): Ms. Ratchaneekorn MEKCHAI French Trade Commission - UBIFRANCE, French Embassy in Thailand Tel: + 66 2 352 41 19 Email: ratchaneekorn.mekchai@ubifrance.fr UBIFRANCE BLOG: www.ubifrance.com/th     (Thailand) www.ubifrance.com/sg    (Singapore) www.ubifrance.com/my   (Malaysia) www.ubifrance.com/id     (Indonesia)

TERREAL, one of the top leading players in building materials, has developed innovative solutions in terracotta facade-related products. The terracotta material, which is ecological by its very nature, features widely-acknowledged acoustic and thermal properties. Through innovating building solutions, TERREAL has the ambition to associate this warm and authentic material to the creation of a habitat that is respectful of the environment and of the people who live and work in it. TERREAL facade solutions are traditionally warm, decidedly technological and sustainable, and they open whole new horizons to architectural creation. The Ventilated Facade construction system developed by TERREAL consists of a terracotta panel from 20 to 60 cm in height and up to 1.80 m in length. The panel is fixed to a building back up wall using metal fastenings (aluminium or stainless steel), taking care to keep an air gap between the panel and the wall to ensure constant ventilation of the facade. TERREAL ventilated facades may be combined with external thermal insulation (Terreal CoolMax for instance, an aluminium base reflective insulation solution) to ensure thermal protection and optimal energy efficiency for new or renovated buildings. Terreal façade solutions provide high wind and shock resistance, and are maintenance free. The TERREAL sunscreen (or louvers) solutions act as a solar heat reduction system. Terreal Terracotta’s strong thermal inertia delays and reduces the release of absorbed solar heat towards the indoors while allowing indirect light to penetrate, better thermal; co m fort, optimized use of natural light. 100% natural and recyclable, TERREAL Terracotta facades do not deteriorate in case of high air humidity content, are non-combustible and maintenance-free.  TERREAL has developed particularly innovative fastening systems which facilitate the fitting of its ventilated facades and sunscreens. By using highly efficient firing methods, TERREAL is in a position to provide a range of outstanding width and breadth, whether in terms of colour, format or surface aspects. About the TERREAL Group : This French group was founded through the merger of three powerful, centennial and renowned brick and tile makers. It then went on to add other prestigious names in the construction sector, and today its yearly revenues amount 400MEuros and it employs 3,000 people on 25 production sites worldwide. It has subsidiaries in Europe, the United States and Asia, the latter being an area where it is experiencing sustained growth thanks to its facilities in Malaysia, Singapore and China.   For further information : TERREAL SINGAPORE Ptd Ltd Mr Olivier ROBER, Managing Director olivier.rober@terreal.com www.terrealinternational.com Regional press contact (Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines and Indonesia): Ms. Ratchaneekorn MEKCHAI French Trade Commission - UBIFRANCE, French Embassy in Thailand Tel: + 66 2 352 41 19 Email: ratchaneekorn.mekchai@ubifrance.fr UBIFRANCE BLOG: www.ubifrance.com/th     (Thailand) www.ubifrance.com/sg    (Singapore) www.ubifrance.com/my   (Malaysia) www.ubifrance.com/id     (Indonesia)

Following a highly successful event in 2011 where 32,000 visitors attended, Franchise Expo Paris asserts its position as the foremost annual international meeting in franchise branch creation. Not only are potential franchise candidates growing in numbers, but franchise concepts themselves are progressing through the appearance of new trends. Franchise Expo Paris 2012 will be an opportunity to meet over 450 exhibitors from 75 business sectors representing 20 countries, as well as a host of experts from the world of franchise. Every year, the tradeshow showcases over 110 new and innovative concepts, ranging from the most traditional sectors to the most unexpected e.g. natural and organic products, fashion, theme-based catering and more.   In 2012, the tradeshow will further strengthen its international reputation, with an expected 2,500 visitors hailing from 83 countries and international brands representing 17% of exhibitors. The United Kingdom will be Guest of Honour at Franchise Expo Paris, with a large British brands pavilion at the entrance, supported by the British Franchise Association. A delegation of British visitors will attend to receive training in franchising and Master Franchising.   There will be a significant presence from Brazil, Canada, Spain, and Italy, as well as representatives from Russia, Turkey, the Netherlands, the United States, Lithuania, Denmark, Tunisia and Greece, to name but a few.   The 2012 tradeshow will provide a coaching environment offering individual solutions and a programme of conferences on key issues in company and franchise creation. As well as a school of franchise dispensing free daily courses, a tailor-made tour and a Business Creators Village intended to direct and advise all those wishing to start their own business.   Franchise Expo Paris will also provide a series of business meetings, The Master Franchise Datings, intended for investors and entrepreneurs wishing to develop their knowledge via franchising and master franchising.   For further information: www.franchiseparis.com   About Franchise Expo Paris thousands of entrepreneurs to achieve their business creation dreams. Franchise Expo Paris is the foremost meeting venue, putting business creators and merchants in touch with over 450 French and foreign brands. In order to help them succeed in their project, Franchise Expo Paris gathers all of the professionals that are able to support, advise and inform them, as well as help them secure the funding they need. And it is due to this unique offer of high-exposure brands/concepts developing in new markets, that entrepreneurs are in a position to compare and reach the brand universe, and thus join the networks that best suit their ambitions.   Contact Reed Expositions France France Delaporte, International Communication and Exhibitor Relations Manager Phone: +33(0)1 47 56 50 96 Email: France.delaporte@reedexpo.fr   Press Contact: Ms. Ratchaneekorn Mekchai French Trade Commission – UBIFRANCE French Embassy in Thailand Phone: 02 352 4119 ratchaneekorn.mekchai@ubifrance.fr www.ubifrance.com/th

Following a highly successful event in 2011 where 32,000 visitors attended, Franchise Expo Paris asserts its position as the foremost annual international meeting in franchise branch creation. Not only are potential franchise candidates growing in numbers, but franchise concepts themselves are progressing through the appearance of new trends. Franchise Expo Paris 2012 will be an opportunity to meet over 450 exhibitors from 75 business sectors representing 20 countries, as well as a host of experts from the world of franchise. Every year, the tradeshow showcases over 110 new and innovative concepts, ranging from the most traditional sectors to the most unexpected e.g. natural and organic products, fashion, theme-based catering and more.   In 2012, the tradeshow will further strengthen its international reputation, with an expected 2,500 visitors hailing from 83 countries and international brands representing 17% of exhibitors. The United Kingdom will be Guest of Honour at Franchise Expo Paris, with a large British brands pavilion at the entrance, supported by the British Franchise Association. A delegation of British visitors will attend to receive training in franchising and Master Franchising.   There will be a significant presence from Brazil, Canada, Spain, and Italy, as well as representatives from Russia, Turkey, the Netherlands, the United States, Lithuania, Denmark, Tunisia and Greece, to name but a few.   The 2012 tradeshow will provide a coaching environment offering individual solutions and a programme of conferences on key issues in company and franchise creation. As well as a school of franchise dispensing free daily courses, a tailor-made tour and a Business Creators Village intended to direct and advise all those wishing to start their own business.   Franchise Expo Paris will also provide a series of business meetings, The Master Franchise Datings, intended for investors and entrepreneurs wishing to develop their knowledge via franchising and master franchising.   For further information: www.franchiseparis.com   About Franchise Expo Paris thousands of entrepreneurs to achieve their business creation dreams. Franchise Expo Paris is the foremost meeting venue, putting business creators and merchants in touch with over 450 French and foreign brands. In order to help them succeed in their project, Franchise Expo Paris gathers all of the professionals that are able to support, advise and inform them, as well as help them secure the funding they need. And it is due to this unique offer of high-exposure brands/concepts developing in new markets, that entrepreneurs are in a position to compare and reach the brand universe, and thus join the networks that best suit their ambitions.   Contact Reed Expositions France France Delaporte, International Communication and Exhibitor Relations Manager Phone: +33(0)1 47 56 50 96 Email: France.delaporte@reedexpo.fr   Press Contact: Ms. Ratchaneekorn Mekchai French Trade Commission – UBIFRANCE French Embassy in Thailand Phone: 02 352 4119 ratchaneekorn.mekchai@ubifrance.fr www.ubifrance.com/th

  The French Embassy in Thailand is proud to introduce the “Franco-Thai Symposium”, the event promoting the latest technologies and products results of R&D in France and in Thailand. This symposium was held at Century Park Hotel during 1-3 February 2012. The contents can be divided into three different categories: Health sciences, Material Sciences, and Applied Mathematics. For more information: www.francothai-science.com/symposium2011 On Thursday 2 nd February 2012 , in collaboration with the French Trade Commission - UBIFRANCE of the French Embassy, the French company “ABALONE E nergie” expert in renewable and alternative energy producing presented during the Franco-Thai Symposium a lecture on “The autonomous positive energy and zero pollution building with its own energetic network” by Mr. Barnabé BAUDU, Project Manager, ABALONE Energie. (For technical information: www.abalone-energie.com ) ABALONE head office, a precursor architectural project: ABALONE GROUP is the specialist of the human and sustainable resources in France. Its head office building is designed to ultimately be a heart of advanced technology and exchanges, involving adequate work and comfort space. Precursor and unique, it combines unpublished technologies such as hydrogen and fuel cells, together with a mixed efficient energetic solution: solar, photovoltaic, solar thermal, wind turbine and Canadian well. The participants to this session form both public and private sectors included technicians, researchers, as well as architects, engineers, and contractors.   ABALONE’s project addresses the regional and industrial actors, the political and local authorities, but also the public in general and to everyone concerned by the future of our planet.   ABALONE Energie is looking for a partnership and opportunity to work with architects, contractors and the local authorities in Thailand to create green building projects.   For more information: French Trade Commission - UBIFRANCE, French Embassy in Thailand Ms. Chuenrat Mengtrakul, Tel: +66 (0)2 352 4111 chuenrat.mengtrakul@ubifrance.fr Press contact: Ms. Ratchaneekorn MEKCHAI, Tel: + 66 2 352 4119 ratchaneekorn.mekchai@ubifrance.fr www.ubifrance.com/th

  The French Embassy in Thailand is proud to introduce the “Franco-Thai Symposium”, the event promoting the latest technologies and products results of R&D in France and in Thailand. This symposium was held at Century Park Hotel during 1-3 February 2012. The contents can be divided into three different categories: Health sciences, Material Sciences, and Applied Mathematics. For more information: www.francothai-science.com/symposium2011 On Thursday 2 nd February 2012 , in collaboration with the French Trade Commission - UBIFRANCE of the French Embassy, the French company “ABALONE E nergie” expert in renewable and alternative energy producing presented during the Franco-Thai Symposium a lecture on “The autonomous positive energy and zero pollution building with its own energetic network” by Mr. Barnabé BAUDU, Project Manager, ABALONE Energie. (For technical information: www.abalone-energie.com ) ABALONE head office, a precursor architectural project: ABALONE GROUP is the specialist of the human and sustainable resources in France. Its head office building is designed to ultimately be a heart of advanced technology and exchanges, involving adequate work and comfort space. Precursor and unique, it combines unpublished technologies such as hydrogen and fuel cells, together with a mixed efficient energetic solution: solar, photovoltaic, solar thermal, wind turbine and Canadian well. The participants to this session form both public and private sectors included technicians, researchers, as well as architects, engineers, and contractors.   ABALONE’s project addresses the regional and industrial actors, the political and local authorities, but also the public in general and to everyone concerned by the future of our planet.   ABALONE Energie is looking for a partnership and opportunity to work with architects, contractors and the local authorities in Thailand to create green building projects.   For more information: French Trade Commission - UBIFRANCE, French Embassy in Thailand Ms. Chuenrat Mengtrakul, Tel: +66 (0)2 352 4111 chuenrat.mengtrakul@ubifrance.fr Press contact: Ms. Ratchaneekorn MEKCHAI, Tel: + 66 2 352 4119 ratchaneekorn.mekchai@ubifrance.fr www.ubifrance.com/th

It’s been confirmed! France will introduce an innovative offer in cosmetics ingredients at the IN - COSMETICS Asia tradeshow held in BANGKOK from next December 14th to 16th. Led by UBIFRANCE – the French Agency for International Business Development - the French Pavilion will be assembling a representative sample from a sector of national excellence. Discover the French Pavilion at Block no. C58 and D58 (next to Innovation Zone), Hall 101-102, BITEC.   By conducting its R&D through close collaboration with researchers and laboratories, France has succeeded in maintaining its leading international position. It still holds first rank worldwide in cosmetics exports with a turnover at €9.5b, and is strengthening its position in Thailand.   IN - COSMETICS gives pride of place to innovations . And French companies will not be found wanting! Their offers are perfectly in tune with an active lifestyle, also reinforcing the trend for natural i ngredients : consider the 300 products from BIOLANDES featuring extracts from blossoms, resins and moss, or LESSONIA makeup and its plant pigments made from gardenia, grape seeds or cochineal, as well as OLVEA’s plant oils and butter. Also, TECHNICO-FLOR is boosting its research in natural and environmentally-friendly fragrances, creating new fragrance families that are natural, eco-friendly or sourced from Fair Trade. Specialised in conventional and organic custom-made raw materials, ID-BIO for its part offers a new line in titrated extracts that are certified by Ecocert Greenlife.   There is a significant trend this year in products intended for spas : AGRIMER - one of the leading French manufacturers of professional products for spas and thalassotheraphy centres- will be making its first appearance at the tradeshow, introducing its new range of sea cosmetics named Thalasso Organics ®. As for TECH-NATURE, it provides brand label services for leading names in beauty care and spas, and specialises in peel-off alginate masks.     Other companies will present extensive ranges : plant extracts in organic and non-organic forms by SONIAM, and crystal-clear jellifiers for sparkling, water-free cosmetic gels by AIGLON.    Servicing the sector’s end , COVERPLA provides a comprehensive service in primary packaging to help its customers to personalise their products.   Se rvices will also be showcased with BIO ALTERNATIVES, who performs in-vitro trials to support cosmetics claim substantiation.   Most of the products on display will be certified by ECOCERT.   For further information : UBIFRANCE Ms Caroline ESCUDIER, Project Manager Phone: +33 (0)1 40 73 37 39 caroline.escudier@ubifrance.fr www.ubifrance.fr   Contact in Thailand: French Trade Commission –UBIFRANCE French Embassy in Thailand Ms. Chuenrat Mengtrakul Phone: +66 (0)2 352 4111 chuenrat.mengtrakul@ubifrance.fr     Special Program for reporters and editorial team: Press Conference for French Pavilion at IN-COSMETICS Asia, Hall 101-102, BITEC   Wednesday, December 14 th , 2011:   The French Trade Commission – UBIFRANCE of the French Embassy will organize a press briefing and visit at our French Pavilion as follows:   10.45-11.00:      Registration and souvenirs at UBIFRANCE Booth no. FP 11                           (Block D58, near Innovation Zone) 11.00-11.15:      Presentation and interview with Ms.Chuenrat Mengtrakul, Commercial Attaché   (Beauty/Fashion, Habitat, Health section) of the French Embassy 11.15-11.45:      French Pavilion visit 12.00-12.45:      Lunch at BITEC   Please confirm your attendance at: Ms. Ratchaneekorn Mekchai Press and Communication French Trade Commission – UBIFRANCE French Embassy in Thailand Phone: 089 780 0518, 084 714 0928, 02 352 4119, 02 352 4100 ratchaneekorn.mekchai@ubifrance.fr www.ubifrance.com/th