OMERS Private Equity Enters Into an Agreement to Sell Maxxam Analytics International Corporation to Bureau Veritas SA

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - Dec. 23, 2013) - OMERS Private Equity ("OPE"), the private equity investment arm of OMERS, has entered into an agreement to sell Maxxam Analytics International Corporation (together with its affiliates, "Maxxam" or the "Company") to France-based public company Bureau Veritas SA ("Bureau Veritas") for an enterprise value of CAD$650 million. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2014, subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions.

Founded over 40 years ago, Maxxam has developed into Canada's leader in analytical services and solutions to the energy, environmental, food and DNA industries. Maxxam processes approximately 2.5 million samples and generates in excess of 41 million results annually through the only national network of laboratories. Since OPE acquired Maxxam in September 2008, Maxxam's revenue has grown by 80%, and the Company has continued to strengthen its market position both organically and through strategic acquisitions.

Don Morrison, Senior Managing Director and Co-Head North America, for OPE said, "We are very proud to have been part of the Maxxam success story over the last five years and of our relationship with Jon Hantho, CEO of Maxxam, and his outstanding management team. Maxxam has built what is truly the market leading platform in Canada and the Company is well positioned for continued growth under Bureau Veritas' ownership. This is OPE's third exit during 2013, all of which have achieved exceptional realized returns highlighting the strength of our direct investment program. We wish Jon and his team continued success."

Jon Hantho, CEO of Maxxam, commented, "This transaction marks an exciting new chapter for the Company. We appreciate the support and partnership OMERS Private Equity offered throughout the life of their investment. We look forward to continuing to grow Maxxam with our new partner, Bureau Veritas."

Robert W. Baird & Co. served as financial advisor, and Stikeman Elliott LLP acted as legal counsel.

About OMERS Private Equity Inc.

OMERS Private Equity Inc. ("OPE") is the private equity investment arm of the OMERS Worldwide group of companies. OPE manages the private equity activities of the OMERS pension plan and has over CAD$6 billion of investments under management. The group's investment strategy includes the active ownership of businesses in North America and Europe. OPE is headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with offices in London and New York. For further information, please visit: www.omerspe.com.

About OMERS

OMERS is one of Canada's largest pension funds with over CAD$60 billion in net assets. It provides first-class pension administration and innovative products and services to almost 430,000 members. Approximately one in every 20 employees working in the province of Ontario is an OMERS member. Through the OMERS Worldwide brand, our team of investment professionals uses a direct drive, active management investment strategy to invest in public and private market assets, including publicly-traded equities, fixed-income, infrastructure, private equity and real estate. For more information, please visit www.omers.com, or www.omersworldwide.com.