2008-09-26 19:46:03 -

www.ferro.com - The Board of Directors of Ferro Corporation (NYSE: FOE) has declared a regular quarterly dividend of 14.5 cents per share of common stock. The dividend is payable on December 10, 2008 to shareholders of record on November 14, 2008.

About Ferro Corporation

Ferro Corporation (www.ferro.com) is a leading global supplier of technology-based performance materials for manufacturers.

Ferro materials enhance the performance of products in a variety of end markets, including electronics, solar energy, telecommunications, pharmaceuticals, building and renovation, appliances, automotive, household furnishings, and industrial products.

Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, the Company has approximately 6,300 employees globally and reported 2007 sales of $2.2 billion.

Ferro Corporation
INVESTOR CONTACT:
David Longfellow, Director, Investor Relations,
216-875-7155
E-mail: longfellowd@ferro.com
or
MEDIA CONTACT:
Mary Abood, Director, Corporate Communications,
216-875-6202
E-mail: aboodm@ferro.com