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Applied Optical Technologies PLC
19 August 2003

Applied Optical Technologies plc
Further re Appointment of Director

Further to the AGM statement last week in which Rick Salomone's appointment as a
director was confirmed, Applied Optical Technologies plc is pleased to confirm
that there are no matters to be disclosed under paragraph 16.4 of the Listing
Rules.

Enquiries:

Mike Angus, Finance Director      0191 4193344







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