Responsibility statement of the legal representatives

To the best of our knowledge, and in accordance with the applicable reporting principles, the consolidated financial statements give a true and fair view of the asset, financial and earnings position of the group, and the combined management report includes a fair review of the development and performance of the business and the position of the group, together with a description of the significant opportunities and risks associated with the expected development of the group.

3 December 2019

The Management Board

Olaf Koch

Christian Baier

Andrea Euenheim

Heiko Hutmacher

Philippe Palazzi