Change to Sirco Listings

Provexis PLC 20 April 2006 PROVEXIS PLC ('Provexis' or the 'Company') Change to current Sirco Listings Provexis, the nutraceutical company that develops scientifically-proven functional and medical foods, announces that J Sainsbury will de-list SircoTM from 17 May 2006. In a quarterly range review, the retailer announced a wide-ranging rationalisation of chilled juice brands, encompassing both established brands and some newer products, including Sirco(TM). This decision by J Sainsbury has no impact on our distribution agreements with Tesco and Waitrose and Sirco(TM)continues to see an increasing rate of sale in both the 550 Tesco stores and 120 Waitrose stores in which the product is sold. Furthermore, the Company is in discussions with other major multiple and high street retailers to extend distribution of the existing one litre product and also the forthcoming 250ml single-serving pack. Commenting on the news, Dr Stephen Franklin said: 'Naturally we are frustrated to lose a customer in the early stages of launch, whilst we are establishing the brand with consumers via our national marketing campaign. However, we understand that this decision has been made by J Sainsbury as a result of the significant rationalisation of its juice category. Our remaining customer base is extensive and we are increasing the rate of sale at these stores. In addition, we are progressing discussions with other retailers in order to increase our distribution within the multiple grocer and health channels.' For further information please contact: Provexis plc Dr Stephen Franklin 020 8392 6631 Bell Pottinger Corporate & Financial Emma Kent/Victoria Geoghegan 020 7861 3232 This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock Exchange

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