Press Releases

15/05/2008

Appointment of new Executive Director

(London - 15 May 2008) The Board of International Power is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Ranald Spiers as Executive Director for the Middle East and Asia. Dr Spiers will join the Board effective today.

Dr Spiers has been instrumental in successfully growing our Middle East business from inception in 2000 to a position where we now have some 9,400 MW (gross) either built or under construction in the region.

Sir Neville Simms, Chairman of International Power said: "We look forward to Ranald adding his strong background in business development to the Asia region, while retaining his role in the Middle East. We expect his experience to be very valuable for the long-term growth of our business."

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International Power

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About International Power

International Power plc is a leading independent electricity generating company with 31,191 MW gross (19,001 MW net) in operation and 2,971 MW gross (875 MW net) under construction. International Power has power plants in operation or under construction in Australia, the United States of America, the United Kingdom, the Czech Republic, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Turkey, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Indonesia, Pakistan, Puerto Rico and Thailand. International Power is listed on the London Stock Exchange with ticker symbol IPR. Company website: www.ipplc.com