DENVER, Colo. – March 14, 2007 – ARCADIS (NASDAQ: ARCAF, EURONEXT: ARCAD) is pleased to announce Chris Rutledge has been promoted to business practice manager for permitting and planning.

In his role as business practice manager, Rutledge will be responsible for coordinating and implementing a wide-range of projects ensuring they meet the objectives of our clients and the expectations of ARCADIS.

"As ARCADIS continues to make headlines with the impressive results of our environmental remediation technology and techniques and as our permitting and planning project list expands, we are delighted to have Chris join our management team," said Dirk Applegate, vice president. "In Chris, we discovered a perfect blend of environmental consulting experience and managerial acumen. He brings valuable hands-on experience to his new position."

Rutledge has been a lead investigator and principal biological consultant for numerous biological surveys, environmental impact and site assessments, feasibility studies and environmental permitting projects both within the U.S. and internationally. He has consulted to more than 50 private industry and government clients on a broad array of environmental issues.

Rutledge has a master's of science degree in rangeland ecosystem science from Colorado State University and a bachelor's of arts degree in environmental biology from the University of Colorado. He also maintains numerous environmental and reclamation professional affiliations.

ARCADIS is an international company providing consultancy, engineering and management services in infrastructure, environment and facilities, to enhance mobility, sustainability and quality of life. ARCADIS develops, designs, implements, maintains and operates projects for companies and governments. With more than 11,000 employees and over $1.5 billion in gross revenue, the company has an extensive international network that is supported by strong local market positions. Please visit our website at www.arcadis-us.com.