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Rockwell Automation Suspends Business in Russia

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Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) announced the immediate suspension of operations and sales in Russia and Belarus in light of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The company supports U.S. sanctions and has made a financial contribution to Project HOPE for humanitarian relief. Sales in these countries account for less than 0.5% of total revenue. Rockwell will continue to pay salaries and benefits to its 30 Russian employees, though it has no direct employees in Ukraine or Belarus.

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MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK) announced today that the company is suspending operations and sales in Russia and Belarus, effective immediately.

“Rockwell joins the U.S. government and the global community in condemning Russia’s attack on Ukraine and its citizens,” said Blake Moret, Chairman & CEO of Rockwell Automation, emphasizing that the company supports all U.S. sanctions.

Rockwell has made a financial contribution to Project HOPE to provide humanitarian relief to refugees in Ukraine and neighboring countries and is encouraging employees to help in a variety of ways. Rockwell will match employee donations made to Project HOPE and is offering paid time off to support local volunteer efforts.

Sales to Russia and Belarus represent less than 0.5% of Rockwell’s total revenue. The company will continue to pay salaries and benefits for its roughly 30 Russian team members. Rockwell does not directly employ anyone in Ukraine or Belarus.

About Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 24,500 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing the Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.

Marci Pelzer

Director, External Communications

+1 414-553-4661

MPelzer@rockwellautomation.com

Source: Rockwell Automation, Inc.

FAQ

Why did Rockwell Automation suspend operations in Russia and Belarus?

Rockwell Automation suspended operations in Russia and Belarus to align with U.S. sanctions against Russia due to its attack on Ukraine.

What percentage of Rockwell Automation's revenue comes from Russia and Belarus?

Sales to Russia and Belarus represent less than 0.5% of Rockwell Automation's total revenue.

What humanitarian efforts is Rockwell Automation supporting in Ukraine?

Rockwell Automation is financially supporting Project HOPE to provide humanitarian relief to refugees in Ukraine.

How many employees does Rockwell Automation have in Russia?

Rockwell Automation has approximately 30 employees in Russia, all of whom will continue to receive salaries and benefits.

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