Release no. 14 - 2008
Report on the first half of 2008
To NASDAQ OMX Nordic Exchange Copenhagen A/S

This is a translation of the Danish version.
Only the Danish version is legally binding.

ROCKWOOL INTERNATIONAL A/S
Hovedgaden 584, Entrance C
DK-2640 Hedehusene
Phone: +45 4656 0300
www.rockwool.com

28 August 2008


Report on the first half of 2008 for Rockwool International A/S

Today the Board of Rockwool International A/S has approved the following report
on the first half of 2008. 

Highlights

* Sales in the first half decreased by 2% compared to the exceptional first
half 2007. Sales in second quarter are at the same level as in 2007 on a like
for like working day basis. 

* EBIT in the first half is DKK 773 million which is a decrease of 41% compared
to first half 2007. 

* The market situation remains difficult to predict. Considering current market
trends, expectations for 2008 sales are now slightly below last year. 

* It is not expected that the very substantial inflation on energy and raw
materials can be fully compensated in 2008 through sales price increases and
efficiency improvements. Therefore, expectations for 2008 net result after
minority interests is now DKK 1,100 million, equivalent to an EBIT ratio by
11,7% 

* The investment programme to improve competitiveness and expand capacity
continues. Capital expenditure is now expected at DKK 2,300 million. 



Further information: Gilles Maria, Chief Financial Officer