Intertek Acquires Automotive Research Laboratory from PerkinElmer

HOUSTON, Nov. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- PerkinElmer's Fluid Sciences Division has reached an agreement to sell its Automotive Research Laboratory (ARL) to Intertek Caleb Brett, a division of Intertek Group plc (FTSE: ITRK), a global leader in outsourcing, testing, inspection, certification and related services. Intertek has acquired the assets, contracts, technology and intellectual property of ARL.

The Automotive Research Laboratory provides engine dynamometer, vehicle, durability, fuels, lubricants, transmission, materials, analytical, and fuel system testing services to the automotive and petrochemical industries. The laboratory, located in San Antonio, Texas, on a 17.7 acre site, is one of the largest independent automotive testing organizations in the world.

ARL encompasses over 148,000 square feet dedicated to performing hundreds of ASTM and industry standard and customized testing procedures. Over ten thousand analytical tests are conducted each month. ARL has an extensive quality system in place to ensure high test data reliability in strict compliance with testing methods.

ARL's management team and staff will continue to run the business integrated into Intertek Caleb Brett's global laboratory network, from which it will further expand and internationalize the services from the main facility in San Antonio.

Automotive Research Laboratory augments Intertek's global ability to supply testing and research services to diverse customers with value-added solutions through integrated and discrete products, services and project management.

"The Automotive Research business has consistently focused on delivering advanced solutions through technical excellence and collaboration," said Robert Barrett, President PerkinElmer Fluid Sciences. "The valued customers of the business are true leaders in the industries in which they operate and the end markets demonstrate strong growth potential."

Intertek Caleb Brett Chief Executive Mark Loughead commented, "Automotive Research Laboratory is an excellent addition to Intertek's strategic growth in laboratory and research services to global industry. Opportunities in the large international markets served by ARL complement and expand our business offering with new technical expertise, technologies, testing capabilities and customers."

About Intertek Group Plc:

Intertek Group Plc is the world's leading provider of independent testing, certification and inspection services. The Intertek Caleb Brett Division provides 24/7/365 testing and inspection services to the global automotive, petroleum, refining and petrochemical industries. An international network of over 200 laboratories serves clients located in 118 nations. Services include laboratory testing, outsourcing, inspection, R&D, process services, and more. The company's website can be accessed at http://www.intertek-cb.com/.

About PerkinElmer:

PerkinElmer, Inc. is a global technology leader driving growth and innovation in Health Sciences and Photonics markets to improve the quality of life. The Company reported revenues of $1.7 billion in 2004, has 10,000 employees serving customers in more than 125 countries, and is a component of the S&P 500 Index. Additional information is available through http://www.perkinelmer.com/ or 1-877-PKI-NYSE.

About Automotive Research Laboratory:

The company was formed as Automotive Research Associates (ARA) in 1953 by Norm Penfold. EG&G changed ARL's name to PerkinElmer Automotive Research, Inc. after EG&G acquired rights to the "PerkinElmer" name as part of its acquisition of the Analytical Instruments business from The Perkin-Elmer Corporation in 1999. Intertek acquired ARL in October of 2005.

Corporate Contacts: Intertek Caleb Brett Division Erik Holladay Global Marketing Manager Tel: 713-407-3500 erik.holladay@intertek.com PerkinElmer Inc. Dan Sutherby Tel: 781-431-4306 Daniel.sutherby@perkinelmer.com