Following the announcement made on 22nd May 2004, SSL International plc is pleased to announce that it has completed the disposal of the Regent Infection Control business to Regent Medical Limited for £173 million.

For further information, please contact:

SSL International plc
Jan Young, Head of Investor Relations

020 7367 5773

The Maitland Consultancy
William Clutterbuck
Brian Hudspith
020 7379 5151