17 August 2009 - Circular regarding the change of auditor

Pursuant to Section 520(2) of the Companies Act 2006, a circular has today been posted to shareholders of IMI plc for information only in relation to the statutory statement received from KPMG Audit Plc in connection with its resignation as the company's auditor.  The resignation follows the company's competitive process for the selection of an audit firm and the decision, announced by the company on 12 June 2009, to appoint Ernst & Young LLP as auditor.  Two copies of the circular have been forwarded to the Financial Services Authority.  A copy is also available on the company's website (www.imiplc.com).  A copy of the resignation letter received from KPMG Audit Plc has been filed with the Registrar of Companies.

To view the Change of auditor shareholder letter in Adobe Acrobat PDF format please click here.

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Enquiries:

IMI plc
Will Shaw
Tel: 0121 717 3712

Notes to editors

IMI is a dynamic, worldwide company delivering innovative engineering solutions to leading global customers in clearly defined niche markets. Its five businesses share a common goal - to convert their industry knowledge and market insight into customised, design-engineered solutions which create customer advantage and value. These include severe service valves, motion and fluid control systems, indoor climate controls, beverage dispense systems, and merchandising display systems for retail operations.

Close customer relationships, strong positions in growing markets and clear differentiation through technological innovation or service are the defining characteristics of all IMI businesses.

IMI is quoted on the London Stock Exchange. Information about IMI plc can be found on the website: www.imiplc.com

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