ASTALDI, IN THE HALF TOTAL REVENUES +31.1%, NET INCOME +21%

The figures for the half have shown definite improvement, despite the complexity of the international situation, thanks to positive trend in business both in Italy and abroad; the consolidated net profit rose to 25.6 million euros (+21% compared to the first half 2008), with total revenues at 924.1 million euros (+31.1%) and EBITDA at 102.2 million euros (+27.7%). There was a confirmation of the excellent operational profitability levels, with EBIT at 78.1 million euros (+29%) and EBIT margin at 8.4%.