BIC_REGISTRATION_DOCUMENT_2017

PROFILE 2017

A true commitment to sustainable and responsible growth

Strong governance

SHAREHOLDING STRUCTURE

QUALITY PRODUCTS SOLD AT A FAIR PRICE AND CONTINUALLY IMPROVED ● ● Long-lasting products with a light environmental footprint manufactured with a minimum of resources and a maximum useful life. ● ● An eco-design approach, integrating alternative solutions such as the use of recycled materials or bioplastics in the manufacturing of certain products.

2% Treasury shares

Free float 54%

44% Bich family**

A UNIQUE INDUSTRIAL EXPERTIZE AND EFFECTIVE CONTROL OF MANUFACTURING COSTS

Board of Directors

● ● 24 high performance factories (21 are located in developed countries according to the HDI indicator).

● ● 90% of net sales realized with products manufactured in our own factories*.

9 MEETINGS IN 2017 RATE OF ATTENDANCE 91%

11 Directors 40% Independents 4 Nationalities 40% Women

A HISTORICAL SOCIALLY RESPONSIBLE APPROACH

● ● A complete program for the training and development of its employees’ skills and employability.

● ● A clear vision, a lasting philosophy and fundamental shared values: Ethics, Responsibility, Teamwork, Simplicity and Ingenuity.

* Excluding Cello Pens. ** Direct and indirect.

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BIC GROUP - 2017 REGISTRATION DOCUMENT