Kongsberg Automotive ASA ("KA") is about to purchase treasury shares.

1. Kongsberg Automotive Group will purchase own shares in the open market for
the Company's share option programs.
Investors/analysts:

Norbert Loers, Chief Financial Officer; mobile: +41 79 159 68 16
About Kongsberg Automotive:

Kongsberg Automotive provides world class products to the global vehicle
industry. Our products enhance the driving experience, making it safer, more
comfortable and sustainable. With revenues of around EUR 1.0 billion and 10.000
employees in 19 countries, Kongsberg Automotive is truly a global supplier. The
company is headquartered in Switzerland and has 30 production facilities
worldwide. The product portfolio includes seat comfort systems, driver and
motion control systems, fluid assemblies, and industrial driver interface
products developed for global vehicle manufacturers. Find more information at
www.kongsbergautomotive.com