Trading Statement

Vp PLC
30 September 2004

                                                               30 September 2004

                                 Trading Update

Vp plc, the equipment rental specialist, today issues the following trading
update in advance of its interim results for the six months ended 30 September
2004, which are to be announced on Thursday, 2 December 2004.

We are pleased to report that group trading for the six months has been very
satisfactory and in line with the Board's overall expectations.

Groundforce

Groundforce has enjoyed particularly strong demand and the four acquisitions
made last year have integrated successfully into the division.

UK Forks

UK Forks had a satisfactory start to the year with good levels of demand from
all sectors.

Airpac Oilfield Services

Airpac Oilfield Services has traded well in the period with strong North Sea
demand and improved performance from its Singapore base.

Hire Station

After a relatively slow first quarter, activity levels at Hire Station improved
in the second 3 months of the financial year and this business is progressing in
line with its recovery plan.

Torrent Trackside

Torrent has started the year well with good activity levels on both maintenance
and renewal work.

Outlook

Overall we expect the Group to continue to make further progress in the
remainder of the year.

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For further information:
Vp plc
Neil Stothard, Group Managing Director                 Tel: [phone]
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Mike Holt, Finance Director
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