Momentive appoints EMG to handle media relations

Bergen op Zoom, September 23, 2008 – Momentive Performance Materials, one of the world's largest producer of silicones and silicone derivatives, quartz and ceramics, has appointed EMG to manage their press relations activities in Europe, Middle East, India and Africa.

EMG, a leading international B2B marketing communications and media relations consultancy, was selected because of its specialization in media relations for the industrial and technology markets. Moreover, the company has a strong track record of many years of experience in the polymer and chemicals industries.

EMG partner and plastics industry veteran Brigitta de Vries will provide crucial editorial links as the EMG team sets out to deliver up to the minute announcements, combined with insightful and detailed background information.. A key element of EMG’s role will be to ensure that media feedback is directed and distributed to the right individuals as well as ensuring that support materials are available to meet desired specification.

Robert Scheib, Communications Leader EMEA & India for Momentive said: “For us as a market leader, the media are a very important information channel and we value our relationship with them. As we continue to introduce new products and develop new technologies, we want to work with the media to inform end-user markets and key industry sectors. EMG has an excellent relationship with key editors and/or publications. With more than 25 years of hands-on communications experience in our business, the EMG team can be relied on to meet our needs and expectations.”

Momentive Performance Materials Inc. is a premier specialty materials company, providing high-technology materials solutions to the silicones, quartz and ceramics markets. As a global leader with worldwide operations, the company, has a robust product portfolio, an enduring tradition of service excellence, and industry-leading research and development capabilities. Momentive Performance Materials Inc. is controlled by an affiliate of Apollo Management, L.P. Additional information is available at www.momentive.com.