Rolls-Royce respond to speculation regarding To...

News Release

                                                                   7 March 2011

Rolls-Royce and Daimler AG note speculation regarding a possible acquisition of
Tognum AG in equal shares
 
Rolls-Royce Group plc confirms that, together with Daimler AG, it is in
discussions about the possibility of acquiring the majority of Tognum AG in
equal shares. Currently, constructive discussions with the Supervisory Board
and Management Board of Tognum are being held. Daimler AG already owns a 28,4%
equity interest in Tognum AG, a leading supplier of engines and powertrains for
the global marine propulsion, distributed power generation and industrial "off
highway" sectors.

No final decisions on a possible acquisition have been made.

For further information, please contact:

Media relations:					
Josh Rosenstock					
Head of Corporate Communications	
Rolls-Royce Group plc				
Tel: [phone]				
[e-mail]	

Investor relations:
Mark Alflatt
Director of Financial Communications
Rolls-Royce Group plc
Tel: [phone]
[e-mail]
 
Web www.rolls-royce.com