Canon will also commence statutory buyout proceedings under Dutch law (“squeeze out procedure”) in due course to effect the purchase of the remaining minority shareholdings. The acquired Orbis Shares represent approximately 10.8 per cent of the ordinary share capital and 8.8 per cent of the entire issued share capital of Océ (including cumulative preference shares).

As stated in the Offering Memorandum dated 28 January 2010, Canon has always had the intention to ultimately acquire 100% of Océ’s shares. With 98.83 per cent of the shares of Océ,  Canon and Océ will be able to start preparing for the delisting procedure of Océ and continue to accelerate further the integration of Océ into the Canon Group, following which the combination can realize the benefits for all stakeholders involved.

Canon and Océ will provide more information on the related proceedings as and when appropriate.