Dassault Systèmes Wins PACE Award for DELMIA Automation

Virtual Factory Commissioning Solution Recognized in IT Category

AUBURN HILLS, Mich.--(Business Wire)--
Dassault Systèmes (Euronext Paris: #13065, DSY.PA), a world leader in 3D and
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), has announced that its DELMIA Automation
solution was recognized as a 2009 Automotive News PACE (Premiere Automotive
Suppliers` Contribution to Excellence) Award Winner. In its 15th year, the PACE
Awards are one of the global automotive industry`s highest honors, acknowledging
suppliers for superior innovation, technological advancement and business
performance.

Awarded under the PACE Information Technology category, DELMIA Automation
software makes it possible for manufacturing engineers to create a virtual
production cell or line that includes all devices and their behavior in order to
test how a line will perform prior to any physical build. Using the virtual line
with the actual PLC controller that will be on the factory floor, months before
the line is assembled, saves weeks on the commissioning of the production line.

"We are truly honored to receive this prestigious award," said Philippe Charlès,
CEO, DELMIA, Dassault Systèmes. "It is gratifying to be recognized for our
commitment to developing efficient solutions that enable innovation within the
automotive industry, helping it to survive and thrive amidst today`s
challenges."

According to a study performed by analyst ARC Advisory Group, early
implementations of DELMIA Automation have identified an average of 100
mechanical and electrical errors in logic, HMI, and drawings per manufacturing
cell. Identification and correction of these issues prior to physical build
eliminates two to three man weeks per startup, saving thousands of dollars in
engineering and production labor costs. This economic benefit, especially, has
become increasingly important for sustainable businesses today.

The 15th annual Automotive News PACE Awardscompetition was open to suppliers
that contribute products, processes, materials or services directly to
manufacture cars or trucks. Winners were chosen following an extensive review by
industry, academic and business leaders including a comprehensive written
application and site visit. DELMIA`s award application referenced recent DELMIA
Automation projects with a major OEM.

The world`s leading vehicle manufacturers rely on Dassault Systèmes PLM
solutions, comprised of CATIA for 3D design, DELMIA for digital manufacturing,
ENOVIA for collaboration, and SIMULIA for realistic simulation. The company`s
software and services allow businesses of any size to digitally define and
simulate products, as well as the process and resources required to manufacture,
maintain and recycle them to improve the environment.

About Dassault Systèmes

As a world leader in 3D and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions,
Dassault Systèmes brings value to more than 100,000 customers in 80 countries. A
pioneer in the 3D software market since 1981, Dassault Systèmes develops and
markets PLM application software and services that support industrial processes
and provide a 3D vision of the entire lifecycle of products from conception to
maintenance to recycling. The Dassault Systèmes portfolio consists of CATIA for
designing the virtual product - SolidWorks for 3D mechanical design - DELMIA for
virtual production - SIMULIA for virtual testing - ENOVIA for global
collaborative lifecycle management, and 3DVIA for online 3D lifelike
experiences. Dassault Systèmes` shares are listed on Euronext Paris (#13065,
DSY.PA) and Dassault Systèmes` ADRs may be traded on the US Over-The-Counter
(OTC) market (DASTY). For more information, visit http://www.3ds.com.

CATIA, DELMIA, ENOVIA, SIMULIA, SolidWorks and 3D VIA are registered trademarks
of Dassault Systèmes or its subsidiaries in the US and/or other countries.

DELMIA
William Butcher, +1 (248) 205-5294
william.butcher@3ds.com
or
DS Americas
Derek Lane, +1 (818) 673-2243
derek.lane@3ds.com

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