The main characteristics of the transaction:

Amount:   EUR 500 Million
Maturity:  November 2, 2012
Coupon:   3 month Euribor + 0.05 % p.a.
Issue price:  98.89%
Reoffer yield:  3 month Euribor + 0.25 % p.a.

The bond was priced in line with the secondary market levels.

The proceeds will be used for general funding purposes.

September 20, 2006