STMicroelectronics is a global leader in developing and delivering semiconductor solutions across the spectrum of microelectronics applications. An unrivalled combination of silicon and system expertise, manufacturing strength, Intellectual Property (IP) portfolio and strategic partners positions the Company at the forefront of System-on-Chip (SoC) technology and its products play a key role in enabling today`s convergence markets. The Company`s shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange, on Euronext Paris and on the Milan Stock Exchange. In 2005, the Company`s net revenues were $8.88 billion and net earnings were $266 million.

STMicroelectronics offers an extensive portfolio of semiconductor solutions for every LED application. With the widest lighting portfolio from Power Factor Controller ICs, Power Discretes, Micro Controllers, monolithic DC LED drivers to complex LED Matrix and Display drivers, ST can provide semiconductor products for supply and control of every LED type, from single Super High Brightness LEDs in a spotlight to many thousands of HB LEDs in large arrays, from either AC-Mains or Batteries. Further information on ST can be found at www.st.com.