OREANDA-NEWS. Anglo American Platinum Limited (“Anglo American Platinum or the Company”) is providing an update in respect of its Rustenburg and the North of the Pilanesburg operations following the strike action which commenced on Friday, 27 September 2013 in opposition to the retrenchment notices issued by the Company in opposition to the retrenchment notices issued by the Company.

The Company continues to record a low turnout at its Rustenburg and the North of the Pilanesburg operations, with less than 20% attendance. As a result of the strike action, an average of approximately 3,100 ounces of production per day have been lost.

This is a legal and protected strike for AMCU affiliated employees only which means that AMCU members on strike will not be subject to disciplinary procedures. The no-work no-pay principle will be applied to all employees who are not reporting for duty. The Company continues to engage with AMCU to try and return the business safely to optimal operation levels.

Anglo American Platinum is monitoring the situation and is working closely with local authorities to ensure that there is peace and stability during the strike.