Jacob Stolt-Nielsen to step down as Chairman of the Stolt-Nielsen S.A. Board of Directors

LONDON, September 1, 2009 - Stolt-Nielsen S.A. (Oslo Børs: SNI)
announced today that Jacob Stolt-Nielsen, who founded the Company and
served as its Chairman since 1959, will step down as Chairman
effective December 15, 2009, the 50 year anniversary date of the
Company. He will continue to serve as a Director of the Board.
Christer Olsson, who has been a Director of SNSA since 1993, has been
nominated to succeed Mr. Stolt-Nielsen.

Mr. Olsson is Vice Chairman of Wallenius Lines AB and has extensive
shipping-industry experience.
Commenting on the transition, Mr. Stolt-Nielsen, said, "It has been
my privilege to lead this Company and its people for the last 50
years. I step down as Chairman with sadness, but at the same time
with an extraordinary sense of satisfaction and confidence, knowing
that Mr. Olsson as Chairman, and Niels G. Stolt-Nielsen, the Chief
Executive Officer, and his management team, will continue to capably
operate the Company going forward. I anticipate this transition with
the peace of mind that comes from knowing that SNSA is in good hands
and in good order."

Mr. Olsson said, "Jacob's remarkable achievements speak for
themselves. I enthusiastically look forward to the opportunity to
carry forth his legacy of success."

In addition to his responsibilities at Wallenius, Mr. Olsson also
serves as a director on the boards of Transatlantic AB, Atlantic
Container Line AB, United European Car Carriers and Singapore
Shipping Corporation. He holds a Bachelor of Law degree from
Stockholm University and is a Swedish citizen.

Source: Stolt-Neilsen