Mortsel, Belgium – Agfa-Gevaert announces today that Mr. Michel Govaert (as permanent representative of MJP Management Services BV) has decided for personal reasons to tender his resignation as Independent Board Member, with effect from today.

The Board of Directors expresses its sincere gratitude to Mr. Govaert for his valuable contribution and expertise during his tenure on the Board. The procedure for his succession will be started shortly by the Nomination & Remuneration Committee.