VETOQUINOL Corporate brochure 2012 (year 2011)

GOVERNANCE Vétoquinol has been listed on NYSE Euronext Paris, Compartment B since 2006. The Group is committed to transparent, rigorous corporate governance in accordance with the French AFEP/MEDEF “Corporate Governance of Listed Corporations” code. The Board of Directors is composed of eight members, including two independent members. The Board is chaired by Étienne Frechin, who has been in charge of the operational management of the Vétoquinol Group for over 30 years. The audit, compensation and strategy committees supply additional information to the Board members. THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS The Vétoquinol Group has instituted the means required to drive its growth. Vétoquinol’s governance is a perfect example of its adherence to this principle: the members of its governing bodies are selected for their personal qualities and competencies. The strive for excellence drives the Group’s growth 2011 GOVERNANCE AWARD VÉTOQUINOL WINS THIRD PRIZE FOR CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AWARDED BY THE ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL NEWSPAPER AGÉFI . The Vétoquinol Group has joined the illustrious ranks of such French giants as GDF-Suez, Essilor, Danone, Bic and Interparfums. The Group has proved its ability to apply good corporate governance practices. This 3 rd prize for corporate governance in the mid-cap category is the reward for the quality and structure of Vétoquinol’s Board of Directors and for the competence and unfailing commitment of its members . 04