HSBC Bank Malta p.l.c. announced that subject to regulatory approval, Mr. Michel Cordina will be appointed as Executive Director of the Bank at a date still to be determined. Mr. Cordina is presently the Head of Commercial Banking where he has the responsibility for all aspects of the Bank's commercial banking activities in Malta. No matter concerning Michel Cordina requires disclosure under Listing Rules 5.20.5 to 5.20.9. His appointment will be effective from the date of approval by the Regulator.