Re Agreement

Embargoed: 1100hrs, 13 September 2005 International Brand Licensing ('IBL' or the 'Company') Re. Agreement International Brand Licensing Plc, owners of the Admiral sportswear brand, announces a collaboration with the famous Japanese clothing brand, Takeo Kikuchi. In conjunction with Admiral's Japanese licensee, IPGI Inc., the Takeo Kikuchi design team will develop an exclusive collection of Admiral branded sports fashion apparel that will be launched in the Takeo Kikuchi chain of boutique stores in Tokyo and other cities this September. IBL Chief Executive, Tony Hutchinson, comments: 'Having entered into a new long term agreement with IPGI in February of this year, we are delighted that they have succeeded in attracting such a highly regarded company as Takeo Kikuchi to the Admiral brand. Admiral has been present in the Japanese sportswear market since 1980, but these new partnerships will take it into the mainstream of the lucrative Japanese fashion sector.' Admiral is the official kit sponsor of the England, West Indies, and South African cricket teams, together with Leeds United Football Club, and is sold in Asda stores and sports independents throughout the UK. For further details contact: Tony Hutchinson Adam Reynolds International Brand Licensing plc Tel: 020-7823-1733 Ben Simons Hansard Communications Tel. 020 7245 1100