The Board of InterContinental Hotels Group PLC (IHG) today announces the appointment of Andrew Cosslett as Chief Executive. Andrew will take up his post no later than mid March 2005.

Andrew, 49, joins from Cadbury Schweppes, where he has been President, Europe, Middle East and Africa for the past two years. He has held various other senior positions with Cadbury Schweppes since 1990, including Managing Director, Great Britain and Ireland and CEO of the Asia Pacific confectionery business. Andrew previously worked in brand marketing at Unilever PLC between 1979 and 1990.

David Webster, Chairman of IHG, said:

"I am delighted that Andrew is to join the company as Chief Executive. He brings great expertise in global brand management and a wealth of international experience at a time when the company is concentrating on developing its world-leading brands and growing its managed and franchised operations."

Andrew Cosslett commented:

"InterContinental Hotels Group is a significant global business, with respected brands and outstanding prospects. I look forward to joining my new colleagues and creating with them an exciting future for this dynamic company."