For an explanation of long-term debt, see
note (59) Long-term debt for other long-term liabilities, see
note (60) Other non-current liabilities. Property, plant and equipment includes EUR 140 million (2007: EUR 94 million) for finance leases and other beneficial rights
of use, such as buildings rights and hire purchase agreements.
Long-term operating lease commitments totaled EUR 710 million (2007: EUR 724 million). These leases expire at various dates
during the next 20 years.
The long-term operating leases are mainly related to the rental of buildings. A number of these leases originate from sale-and-leaseback
arrangements. In 2008, a small sale-and-operational-leaseback has been concluded. Operating lease payments for 2008 totaled
EUR 16 million (2007: EUR 14 million, 2006: EUR 20 million).
The remaining minimum payments are as follows:
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