Aegis Media, a leading, global media and digital communication specialist today announces that it has acquired Kinecto, part of Tempo Creative Group, one of the top-tier digital agencies in Romania, from its equal shareholders, Radu Ionescu and Dragos Grigoriu, for a total consideration of up to € 5 million, based on future business performance.

Established in 2003, Kinecto was one of the first digital agencies in the market to pioneer the development of digital devices, services and skills. Kinecto has been driving the market by establishing many firsts over the last decade. In 2008, they became part of Tempo Creative Group which contributed to their growth with clients, expertise and corporate resources. Today, Kinecto is a successful digital creative full-service agency focused on integrated digitally-driven advertising campaigns. Following its acquisition Kinecto will be integrated into the Isobar network and will be rebranded to Kinecto Isobar.

Nigel Morris, CEO, Aegis Media Americas & EMEA said: "The acquisition of Kinecto, a highly experienced digital marketing specialist in Romania will give Aegis Media clients access to a full set of digital creative and production services and will strengthen our position and the diversity of our capabilities in the Romanian market. We are delighted to welcome Kinecto to Aegis Media."

Hartmut Riester, CEO of Aegis Media Turkey, Romania & Bulgaria added: "Kinecto is a great business which has strong potential for future growth. Given our expectations of continued strong growth in this market, we are delighted to be acquiring Kinecto which enables us to deliver full service digital creative solutions for our clients. With the combination of Aegis resources and the digital talent of Kinecto we will be perfectly equipped for the next digital future challenges."

Radu Ionescu, founder and CEO of Kinecto, commented: "We are excited to be joining the innovative and pioneering Aegis Media network and we are confident this agreement will be the catalyst to extend our digital and creative media capabilities for our clients. Sharing the same strategy we are confident to create smart campaigns for customers in digital marketing."

Dragos Grigoriu, shareholder Kinecto, founder of Tempo Creative Group said: "Since Kinecto joined Tempo Creative Group, we created and fulfilled many communication opportunities for our clients together. Kinecto's local record of creative talent, servicing abilities, its prestigious client list and the international expertise and support of Isobar are a natural fit that will serve the interests of our clients."

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For further information please contact:

Aegis Media
Rob Gurner +44 (0) 20 7070 7708 (investors / analysts)
Louise Evans +44 (0) 20 7550 3469 (media)
Judith Weiand +49 (0) 611 9788 424 (media)

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About Aegis Media

Aegis Media is a leading, global media and digital communications specialist whose vision is to Reinventthe Way Brands are Built. Through its five global network brands of Carat, Vizeum, Isobar, iProspect and Posterscope, Aegis Media helps clients reach their consumers and achieve their goals through communications services that include digital creative execution, media planning and buying, brand tracking, social media activation and marketing analytics. Aegis Media's operations worldwide are overseen by Dentsu Aegis Network Ltd., a governance body headquartered in London. This governance body also oversees the operations of Dentsu Network, which manages all of Dentsu's other global business operations outside of Japan. www.aemedia.com

About Isobar

Isobar is a modern communications agency network, made up of a committed and diverse group of over 3,000 people in 36 markets. Established in 2003, Isobar is the global home for the world's finest digital pioneers and the smartest traditional marketing talent, that helps reconnect brands with their fans and customers by creating irresistible ideas combining creative, planning, technology and data. Together, Isobar brings people and brands together, like never before. Isobar is part of Aegis Media. www.isobar.com

About Kinecto

Established in 2003, Kinecto is one of the top interactive agencies in the Romanian market. A pioneer in online communication, combining strategic, creative and technology competences to create efficient and effective communication solutions, Kinecto has extended expertise in online and social media campaigns, CRM programs, creative and production services for websites and micro sites, email marketing and search engine marketing. Kinecto's current client list includes BCR (Erste Group), IKEA, Avon Cosmetics and LG.

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