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Lloyds International Private Banking

ABU DHABI – March 9, 2010: Lloyds International Private Banking (IPB) forms part of the Wealth & International Banking division of Lloyds Banking Group.

When established in Geneva in 1919, IPB was one of Switzerland's first foreign banks. Today, we have almost 900 staff* worldwide servicing more than 11,000 clients*.

IPB follows a holistic approach to private banking in order to meet individual needs. We offer a wide range of products, services and solutions to HNW / UHNW individuals and external asset managers in more than 100 countries, with a strong emphasis on the following markets: UK, Europe, Middle East and Latin America.

Our aim is to be recognised as a top-tier international private bank by clients, colleagues and shareholders. We put clients and their needs first, offering them, their families and their enterprises a personalised service and trusted advice by building lifetime relationships.

By choosing IPB, clients opt for a bank with integrity, which offers flexible solutions created by experts and first class international wealth management.

*Source: Lloyds IPB, data as at 31 December 2009. This data includes UK Mayfair and excludes Channel Islands.

Atomik
Atomik 500 is our first achievement
Transmuting an Abarth 500 into an electric supercar was our challenge: four wheels drive, 5.6s for the 0-60mph, 26s for the 0-1000m. Regarding the citycar size and with an extra 0g CO2/km, it's a real world premiere. As exclusivity has to be highlighted, we provide Atomik 500 a specific look accordingly to the electric propulsion requirements and inspired by Abarth racing history. If you wish to be a preview pilot of tomorrow's technologies, come aboard Atomik 500: high performances LiFePO4 batteries without danger or pollution, brushless synchronous motors, 3 ways electric network (including one high voltage), direct high efficiency transmissions, ceramic heater, Peltier module A/C w/o gas and so on.

The eRUF Stormster
RUF introduces the first SUV with electric powertrain. RUF Automobile GmbH, the manufacturer of high performance automobiles, introduced the first electric sports car (eRUF) from Germany in October 2008. During the Geneva Motor Show, in March 2009, RUF presented an evolution of the first eRUF, widely known as "Greenster".The eRUF family continues to grow with the unveiling of the "Stormster", the very first AWD electrically driven SUV based on the Porsche Cayenne. The Stormster is driven by a Siemens electric motor, with 270 kW (367 bhp) as in the eRUF sports car. The total weight is 2,670 kg which makes it capable of reaching 100 km/h in only 10 seconds. The top speed is 150 km/h, being able to reach a range of 200 km at one charge. Three Stormsters had their first public debut during the European Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen, (COP 15), December 7th to 18th 2009

Lexus – LFA
The spectacular LFA by Lexus made its global debut at the 41st Tokyo International Motor Show. Reaching 0-100 km/h in only 3.7 seconds with a top speed of 325 km/h, the LFA is a world-class supercar of incredible power, beauty and comfort. Painstakingly created from a blank canvas by an elite team of Lexus engineers, the LFA is a supercar unlike any other, incorporating the very latest racecar technology such as a high revving V10 engine, carbon fibre monocoque construction, lightweight aluminum alloy motorsport suspension and powerful carbon-ceramic disc brakes. The LFA aligns supercar styling with Lexus design philosophy in one cohesive form, it reinforces a new framework for Lexus and its advanced approach to high performance automotive development. Lightweight, powerful and perfectly balanced, the exclusive LFA will be available to only 500 lucky owners worldwide.

Fisker KARMA
The Fisker Karma is the world's first premium plug-in hybrid electric vehicle. The four-door saloon can reach 100km/h in about 6 seconds and a top speed of 200km/h, yet it can achieve 2.4L/100km and emit just 83g/km CO2 on an annual basis.

SSC's Ultimate Aero
Shelby SuperCars manufacturers the Ultimate Aero, the official "World's Fastest Production Car" at 256.18 mph as verified by Guinness World RecordsTM. The Ultimate Aero features an SSC designed twin-turbo V8 producing 1287 hp and 1112 lb/ft. of torque, and has been designed for exceptional overall performance.

BRABUS
High-end tuning and lifestyle for Mercedes-Benz and Maybach automobiles. The world-renowned tuner and car manufacturer offers individualized options to satisfy every wish. The BRABUS product line-up ranges from powerfully-tuned engines and elegantly styled aerodynamic enhancement kits to high-quality light-alloy wheels, dynamic yet comfortable sport suspensions and exquisitely luxurious interiors handcrafted to perfection.