SIX Swiss Exchange Ltd. Initiates Investigation Against OC Oerlikon Corporation Inc.

The SIX Swiss Exchange Ltd has initiated an investigation against OC Oerlikon Corporation Inc. regarding a possible violation of Art. 72 of the Listing Rules as well as the Directive on Ad hoc publicity. The investigation being carried out by the SIX Swiss Exchange Ltd is in connection with reports in the press regarding the non-compliance of credit terms and the announcement of a reduction of more than 1000 employees. The duration of these investigative proceedings has not been determined. The SIX Swiss Exchange Ltd will release information on the findings of the investigation at the given time, although no information will be provided while the proceedings are ongoing.