Fredrik Möller to leave Atlas Copco

Stockholm, Sweden, March 14, 2008: Fredrik Möller, President of the business area Industrial Technique, has decided to leave the Atlas Copco Group for a position as President and CEO of the Swedish Dometic Group as of June 1, 2008.

"We would like to thank Fredrik for his dedicated work and contributions during his years with the Group and wish him all the best in the next step of his career," says Gunnar Brock, President and CEO of Atlas Copco.

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The information was submitted for publication at 09:00 on March 14 2008.

Atlas Copco is a world leading provider of industrial productivity solutions. The products and services range from compressed air and gas equipment, generators, construction and mining equipment, industrial tools and assembly systems, to related aftermarket and rental. In close cooperation with customers and business partners, and with 135 years of experience, Atlas Copco innovates for superior productivity. Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, the global reach spans more than 160 markets. In 2007, Atlas Copco had 33 000 employees and revenues of BSEK 63 (BEUR 6.7). Learn more at www.atlascopco.com.