nCode International Achieves ISO 9001: 2000

    SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Feb. 5 -- nCode International, the leading
global provider of durability simulation software, services and systems, has
achieved certification to ISO 9001: 2000 in all of its locations worldwide.
    ISO 9001 is an international quality standard that recognizes a company's
capability for reliable delivery of high quality products and services.  To
achieve certification, a company must be assessed by an independent agency.
In nCode's case, Lloyds Register QA performed the evaluation and certification
was achieved at the first attempt.
    "This certification can only be achieved by rigorous preparation and
dedication by all employees and commitment of top management," said Chris
Musiol, president of nCode International.
    "At nCode, our emphasis is on continuous improvement driven by feedback
from, and partnership with, our customers," Musiol added.
    Brian Dabell, nCode's chairman and CEO, commented that "Gaining
certification is a formal endorsement of the excellent standards in software,
support and services that we have provided to our customers for over 20 years.
Quality processes are a culture within our business."

    nCode International is the world's leading supplier of engineering
solutions for durability, with major customers in the ground vehicles,
aerospace and offshore industries.  Many major Original Equipment
Manufacturers (OEMs) use nCode solutions for durability management, including
Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Volvo, DaimlerChrysler and John Deere.
Additional information is available at http://www.ncode.com .  nCode is an AEA
Technology plc company.
    AEA Technology plc is one of the world's leading innovation businesses.
Additional information about AEA is available at http://www.aeat.com .