EFG International announces new Board nomination

Zurich, 5 April 2012 - EFG International nominates a new member for its Board of Directors.

EFG International has nominated Michael Higgin as a new director for approval at its
Annual General Meeting, scheduled for 27 April 2012.
Michael Higgin worked for Coopers & Lybrand, and subsequently PricewaterhouseCoopers, for over 30 years. He acted as lead partner responsible for the firm's relationships with a number of multi-national financial services clients.

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About EFG International

EFG International is a global private banking group offering private banking and asset management services, headquartered in Zurich. EFG International's group of private banking businesses operates in over 30 locations worldwide, with circa 2,500 employees. EFG International's registered shares (EFGN) are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange.

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