EC approval of Mainland European disposal

Wincanton plc (`Wincanton') 22 December 2011

Wincanton announces European Commission approval of Mainland European disposal

Wincanton, the leading provider of supply chain solutions in the UK & Ireland,
announces that the European Commission has today approved the disposal of its
remaining operations in Mainland Europe to Rhenus AG & Co. KG, which was
announced on 15 August 2011. As a result, all Conditions Precedent have been
met and the disposal is expected to complete on Monday, 2 January 2012.

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For further information, please contact:

Wincanton plc

Eric Born, Chief Executive - 01249 710 000

Jon Kempster, Group Finance Director - 01249 710 000

Buchanan Communications

Charles Ryland / Jeremy Garcia / Catherine Breen - 020 7466 5000