Technip Joins CAC 40 Index

Technip announced that as of today it is included in the CAC 40, the primary index of the Paris stock exchange, where the Group is listed.

"We are honored to be recognized amongst such a select group of leading companies. This accomplishment is the result of our teams' great work and dedication worldwide that have contributed to Technip's successes with our clients. This further illustrates the positive results of our strategy, as already underlined by the recent announcement of several commercial successes and our solid financial performance for the first half of 2009," commented Thierry Pilenko, Chairman and CEO of Technip.

Joining the CAC 40 is an opportunity for Technip to increase its visibility, especially in the financial markets. The Group will continue to focus on its priorities of improved profitability, good and safe project execution and continued growth -- benefiting its clients, employees and shareholders.