Ameron Names Two Corporate Officers.

Business Editors

PASADENA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 24, 2003

Ameron International Corporation (NYSE: AMN) today announced the appointment of two new corporate officers by its Board of Directors. Terrence P. O'Shea has been appointed to the position of Vice President-Human Resources, and R. S. ("Rocky") Friedrich has been appointed to the position of Vice President-Research and Engineering.

James S. Marlen, Ameron's Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated, "Terry O'Shea and Rocky Friedrich have been outstanding contributors to the success of Ameron throughout their careers. We will continue to benefit from their strong leadership and expertise."

O'Shea joined Ameron in 1979 and has held a number of positions of increasing responsibility in labor relations, compensation and human resource management. His most recent position was Corporate Director-Human Resources. O'Shea has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from California State University at Los Angeles.

Friedrich began his career at Ameron in 1971 as a research and development engineer. During his career, Friedrich has been involved in the development of product lines in virtually all Ameron business units. He holds numerous patents, especially in fiberglass-composite materials technology, and specialized equipment. A graduate of the University of California at Santa Barbara, he holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Ameron International Corporation is a multinational manufacturer of highly-engineered products and materials for the chemical, industrial, energy, transportation and infrastructure markets. Traded on the New York Stock Exchange (AMN), Ameron is a leading producer of water transmission lines; high-performance coatings and finishes for the protection of metals and structures; fiberglass-composite pipe for transporting oil, chemicals and corrosive fluids and specialized materials and products used in infrastructure projects. The Company operates businesses in North America, South America, Europe, Australasia and Asia. It also participates in several joint-venture companies in the U.S., Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Egypt and Mexico.

Cautionary statement for purposes of the "Safe Harbor" provisions of The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: Any statements in this report that refer to the estimated or anticipated future results of Ameron International Corporation ("Ameron" or the "Company") are forward-looking and reflect the Company's current analysis of existing trends and information. Actual results may differ from current expectations based on a number of factors affecting Ameron's businesses, including competitive conditions and changing market situations. Matters affecting the economy generally, including the state of economies worldwide, can affect Ameron's results. Forward-looking statements represent the Company's judgment only as of the date of this report. Since actual results could differ materially, the reader is cautioned not to rely on these forward-looking statements. Moreover, Ameron disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements.