Appointment of new Director

Veritas Investments Ltd (NZX:VIL) announces that the Board has appointed Mr Carl Carrington as a new director of the Company filling a casual vacancy, effective immediately. Mr Carrington has significant hospitality experience. His senior management experience is primarily in the food & beverage sector with 14 years in DB Breweries, Lion Nathan and Heineken joint venture businesses in New Zealand, Asia and Australia including five years as Managing Director of the Heineken-Lion Joint Venture in Australia. His most recent senior management experience has been six years as CEO of pan-iwi owned Aotearoa Fisheries. He is currently a Director and Acting CEO of Hop Revolution Limited. The Board welcomes Mr Carrington to the Company and looks forward to the skills and experience he will bring to our business. Mr Carrington will stand for formal election at the next AGM. After considering all relevant circumstances, the directors have determined that Mr Carrington is an Independent Director. For further information, contact: Tim Cook End CA:00320888 For:VIL Type:ADMIN Time:2018-07-16 14:45:19