SDL plc

("SDL" or "the Company")

Dominic Lavelle, Chief Financial Officer, to take temporary leave of absence

16 June 2017, Maidenhead, U.K. - SDL announces that Dominic Lavelle has taken temporary leave of absence to undergo treatment for a medical condition.

In his absence, Xenia Walters will re-join SDL assuming Dominic's responsibilities on an interim basis, reporting into Adolfo Hernandez, SDL's Chief Executive Officer.  Xenia was previously Chief Financial Officer of SDL's Fredhopper business where she played an instrumental role in its successful divestment. Prior to this Xenia has held senior finance roles delivering operational efficiency and profitable growth.  Xenia qualified as a chartered accountant (ICAEW) with PWC and holds an MBA from Henley Management College.

Xenia will not join the Board but will attend all Board meetings until Dominic's return.

Adolfo Hernandez, said today: "On behalf of the Board and everyone at SDL, I wish Dominic a speedy recovery."

This announcement contains inside information. The person responsible for arranging the release of this announcement on behalf of SDL is Adolfo Hernandez, Chief Executive Officer.

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