Bystronic Appoints New Americas Region President

Robert St. Aubin, long-time President of Region Americas for Bystronic, has retired and been succeeded by John-Paul Surdo. In his new position, Surdo will report to Bystronic CEO Alex Waser and will serve as a member of the Executive Committee.

"We are pleased that John-Paul will be joining us as the leader of our Region Americas. Under his leadership we will advance our growth strategy in these important markets," said Waser. "We especially want to thank Bob St. Aubin for his many years of service and the expansion of our business in the Americas, and we wish him all the best in his retirement."

Prior to joining Bystronic, Surdo worked in multiple functions at NCH Corporation, a global marketer of industrial maintenance products in London, and has more than 15 years of experience in sales, marketing and management. He holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Wisconsin.

For more information contact:

Bystronic Inc.

2200 West Central Road

Hoffman Estates, IL 60192

847-214-0300 / 800-247-3332

sales.us@bystronic.com

www.bystronicusa.com