Independence of auditor

The Audit Committee evaluated KPMG’s functioning as external auditor and its fees for auditing the financial statements, other audit services and other non-audit services. Also, the services KPMG renders relating to the examination of Imtech’s internal control systems were discussed and evaluated. KPMG confirmed its independence from Imtech in accordance with the professional standards applicable to KPMG. KPMG attended the Annual General Meeting of shareholders on 6 April 2011.