13 June 2005

"We are excited about the extensive growth opportunities in China," commented Dr. John Ferrie, President, Smiths Aerospace. "China brings the advantages of a highly skilled and competitive workforce. "

Phase one of the facility manufactures precision-machined aircraft engine components and was officially opened 29th April 2004. The two buildings are about equal in size and total approximately 134,000 sq. ft. The facility is located 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Other Smiths activities in China include a wholly owned PolyPhaser business in Shanghai, which is part of Smiths Interconnect, and a John Crane joint venture in Tianjin.

Smiths Aerospace is a leading transatlantic aerospace equipment and systems company, with sales of $2 billion and more than 10,000 employees worldwide. Smiths holds key positions in the supply chains on all major military and civil aircraft and engine manufactures. Strategically organized businesses focus on digital computing, electrical power, mechanical systems, engine components and Systems Customer Services. www.geaviationsystems.com