Oriel Communications

Advise that 18,747,199 ordinary shares are to be released from voluntary escrow immediately.

8,546,578 ordinary shares will be released from escrow on 17 November 2006

Martijn Hovinga increased its relevant interest from 11,427,759 ordinary shares (5.49%) to 26,008,911 ordinary shares (11.05%)

Martijn Hovinga became a substantial shareholder with a relevant interest of 79,994,312 ordinary shares (5.49%)