Aug 11 (Reuters) - Brambles Ltd BXB.AX :
* To declare a US$243.8 million non-cash impairment of CHEP recycled assets
* Non-cash impairment of chep will be recognised in FY17 accounts as a significant item in discontinued operations
* As part of transaction, approximately 2,200 employees who work for CHEP sites will transfer to new ownership on completion of sale
* Announces its intention to divest recycled pallets business in North America
* 1,400 employees will remain with group to manage American sites