Finnlines Plc Stock Exchange Release of 24 March, 2009 NEW PRESIDENT / CEO IN FINNLINES PLC The Board of Directors of Finnlines Plc is pleased to announce that Mr. Uwe Bakosch has been appointed as President / CEO of Finnlines Plc. Mr. Bakosch is 50 years old and German citizen. He is at present the Managing Director of ATG Autotransport Logistic GmbH (100 % Deutsche Bahn). Among others he has experience from following positions: • V.A.G. Transport GmbH - Chartering Manager • United European Car Carriers A/S - Director / Marketing and Sales • Scandlines AG - Member of the Board of Scandlines AG, Managing Director of Scandlines Deutschland GmbH, as well as Scandlines Danmark AS. When looking for a new President for Finnlines the board has concentrated upon finding a candidate with thorough and good understanding of the Short Sea Industry. The Board feels confident that Mr. Uwe Bakosch has the relevant experience and knowledge and that he will be an asset to the management of Finnlines. Mr. Uwe Bakosch will start end second quarter 2009. Finnlines Plc Board of Directors For more information: Mr. Jon-Aksel Torgersen Chairman of the Board of Directors Tel. + 47 41474000 Distribution: Nasdaq OMX Helsinki Plc Main media