Xeikon clarifies that repurchase of own shares will not result in Belgian taxation for Belgian-resident individuals

9 October 2013 - Xeikon N.V. ('Xeikon') clarifies that the current repurchase by Xeikon of own shares will not result in taxation in Belgium for Belgian-resident individuals selling their shares.

Xeikon hereby wishes to clarify, on the basis of a declaration of intent issued by the Belgian tax ruling commission, that no Belgian income tax (whether or not in the form of withholding tax) will be levied on payments to Belgian-resident individuals who sell their Xeikon shares to Xeikon.

This press release complements the press release issued by Xeikon on 20 September 2013 regarding, amongst others, the repurchase by Xeikon of its shares, and should be read in its entirety with that press release. This press release is for informative purposes only and is not intended and may not be construed as an offer to sell or a request to purchase or subscribe to any securities in Xeikon N.V.

For additional information, please contact Mr H.B. olde Bolhaar, Independent member of the Supervisory Board, or Mr C. Vlasblom, CFO, reachable via the head office of Xeikon at +31 (0)117 - 37 5020.

About Xeikon

Xeikon NV (XEI: AEX) is an innovator in digital printing technology. The company designs, develops and delivers web-fed digital color presses for labels and packaging applications, document printing, as well as commercial printing. These presses utilize LED-array-based dry toner electrophotography, open workflow software and application-specific toners. As an OEM supplier, Xeikon designs and produces plate makers for newspaper offset printing applications. Xeikon also manufactures basysPrint computer-to-plate (CtP) solutions for the commercial printing market. These proven CtP systems combine the latest exposure techniques with cost-efficient UV plate technology, high imaging quality and flexibility. For the flexographic market, Xeikon offers digital platemaking systems under the ThermoFlexX brand name. ThermoFlexX systems provide high resolution plate exposure including screening, colour management, as well as workflow management. All the Xeikon solutions are designed with the overarching principles of profitability, quality, flexibility and sustainability in mind. With these guiding principles and a deep, intimate knowledge of its customers, Xeikon continues to be one of the industry's leading innovators of products and solutions.

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