Pöyry awarded contract for the rehabilitation of various emergency power supply systems in Austria

PÖYRY PLC          Press release 15 August 2011 at 1.00 p.m. Pöyry's Energy business group has been awarded a framework contract by the Austrian transmission system operator Austrian Power Grid AG, for the rehabilitation of various emergency power supply systems. The scope of work comprises detail design engineering, project management, construction and installation services as well as the supply of equipment. Dismantling of the existing equipment and installation of the new emergency power systems will be realised in stages in close cooperation with the client. The project was started in July 2011 and it will be completed by the end of 2015. The overall value for Pöyry is expected to amount to approximately EUR 6.1 million. PÖYRY PLC Additional information by: Stefan Hofer, Business Area Manager Transmission & Distribution, Pöyry Energy GmbH, Austria Tel. +43 1 53605 54640 Thomas Kriesch, Managing Director, Pöyry Energy GmbH, Austria Tel. +43 1 53605 22585 Pöyry is a global consulting and engineering company dedicated to balanced sustainability and responsible business. With quality and integrity at our core, we deliver best-in-class management consulting, total solutions, and design and supervision. Our in-depth expertise extends to the fields of energy, industry, urban & mobility and water & environment. Pöyry has 7,000 experts and a local office network in about 50 countries. Pöyry's net sales in 2010 were EUR 682 million and the company's shares are quoted on NASDAQ OMX Helsinki. (Pöyry PLC: POY1V). DISTRIBUTION: Major media www.poyry.com This announcement is distributed by Thomson Reuters on behalf of Thomson Reuters clients. The owner of this announcement warrants that: (i) the releases contained herein are protected by copyright and other applicable laws; and (ii) they are solely responsible for the content, accuracy and originality of the information contained therein. Source: Pöyry Oyj via Thomson Reuters ONE [HUG#1538427]