China National Coal Association

16-17 April 2007 The Kerry Centre Hotel, Beijing Simultaneous Translation English/Mandarin Chinese, Mandarin Chinese/English will be provided

The leading conference for the world’s largest coal industry Coaltrans China 2007 Conference Highlights: ● ●

Expert insights from 50+ high profile international and Chinese speakers Key topics for discussion include procurement strategies for the power sector, changing supply/demand characteristics for coal in an increasingly competitive world, and the developing FFA markets as a key driver for the dry bulk sector in China

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Choose from one of our two dedicated streams Stream A - New drivers for the shipping and freight markets / Infrastructure and logistics challenges Stream B - Taking advantage of new opportunities for coal / coal-to-liquids

Enhanced networking and communication facilities: ● ● ● ●

Welcome Reception and Gala Dinner Pre-conference networking tour to the Great Wall Company profile directory and internet cafe Meeting point and interpreter service for all delegates

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The 5th Coaltrans China continues its unrivalled track record as the leading conference for the world's largest coal industry The Chinese coal industry is undergoing a period of rapid transformation, with thermal coal exports dropping (to around 52MT for 2006 and possibly an additional 10MT lower for 2007), imports increasing, and a programme of mine closures and restrictions on new developments unless minimum capacity criteria are met, all creating the potential for a supply crunch. Major changes are also being seen in the way in which Chinese generators source their raw materials, with a particular focus on imported coal. Up until October 2006, imports totalled 28.3MT, an increase of 8.72MT over the same period in 2005, and there have been suggestions that imports for the year could exceed 35MT, with particular emphasis on spot trading of Indonesian and Australian thermal coals. Imports of coking coal have, at the same time, been dropping for much of 2006, as China relies increasingly heavily on domestic coal and imports from Mongolia to meet demand. The recent decision to impose an export tax on coking coal has exacerbated this, and is already having an impact on shipments, although even prior to the imposition of the tax, exports had dropped to 52.26MT compared to 60.12MT for the same period the previous year. Coaltrans China 2007 will focus on these major structural changes, featuring: • High profile addresses from the major Chinese coal producers on their strategy and plans for the future • Operational challenges, and the future for international cooperation and investment in the Chinese and North Asian coal industries

• Power producers and suppliers panel – optimising procurement strategies in an increasingly competitive world • Review of key import suppliers to China – Mongolia, Indonesia, Australia and Vietnam • Coke and steel markets - innovation, development and opportunities created by technological advancements

ABOUT THE ORGANISERS Coaltrans Conferences Coaltrans Conferences organises large-scale international coal conferences, which attract delegates from all over the world. It also runs focused regional events, exhibitions, field trips and training courses, and has a reputation for employing the highest organisational standards. In 2007 Coaltrans will be holding events in China, India, Indonesia, Italy, Russia, South Africa, the UK and the US.

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16-17 April 2007, The Kerry Centre Hotel, Beijing

PLUS: TAILOR-MAKE THE CONFERENCE TO YOUR OWN INTERESTS Stream A: New drivers for the shipping and freight markets / Infrastructure and logistics challenges Stream B: Taking advantage of new opportunities for coal – coal to liquids, clean coal and coalbed methane creating change in the international coal industry

China National Coal Association

(See pages 9-10 for more information)

COMPLIMENTARY SPOUSE TOURS Monday, 16 April 2007

Forbidden City / Temple of Heaven Depart from the Kerry Centre Hotel Visit Tiananmen Square, the largest public square in the world and the magnificent Forbidden City which was home to 13 imperial emperors 1300 Lunch at a Chinese restaurant 1430 Visit the unique Temple of Heaven where emperors used to worship for better harvests 1630 Transfer back to the Kerry Centre Hotel 0900 0945

Tuesday, 17 April 2007

Silk Market & Antique Street Depart from the Kerry Centre Hotel Practice your bargaining skills whilst shopping at the Silk Market 1100 Visit Liu Li Chang Antique Street which is over 500 years old 1300 Transfer back to the Kerry Centre Hotel 0900 0915

ABOUT THE ORGANISERS China National Coal Association The China National Coal Association was founded in 1998 and its 925 members include coal industry organisations, research institutions and China National Coal universities. It is the most important non-profit organisation Association in China’s coal industry. The Association acts as an intermediary organisation between the Government and China’s coal industry, and assists in carrying out economic policies, laws and regulations, as well as promoting the modernisation and sustainability of China’s coal industry.

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Quotes from Past Coaltrans China Conferences

"It is the most reputed and interesting event in coal all over the world"

SUNDAY, 15 APRIL 2007 PRE-CONFERENCE NETWORKING ACTIVITIES 0800-1700

COMPLIMENTARY PRECONFERENCE NETWORKING TOUR TO THE GREAT WALL (All delegates welcome) The pre-conference networking tour will visit the Great Wall at Mu Tian Yu Section. Located in Huairou County 70km northeast of Beijing, Mutianyu section of the Great Wall is connected with Juyongguan Pass in the west and Gubeikou Gateway in the east. The visit will include taking the cable car up to the Wall, walking on the Wall and enjoying the beautiful views of the northern mountain ranges. The tour will also include a stop at the famous Hong Qiao Pearl Market.

SESSION 1: OPENING KEYNOTES – CHINA AND THE GLOBAL ENERGY MARKETS Chair:

Jiang Zhimin, Vice President, China National Coal Association

0900

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF THE CHINESE COAL INDUSTRY IN A SAFE AND EFFECTIVE WAY ● ●

Key drivers changing the dynamics of the Chinese coal industry Impact of changing taxation rules on imports and exports

Wang Xianzheng, Vice Minister of the State Administration of Work Safety

1700-2000

THE ENERGY PICTURE IN CHINA – THE WAY FORWARD

Pre-conference registration

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1800 – 2100

WELCOME EVENING RECEPTION ●

All delegates and their spouses are invited to attend the Welcome Evening Reception which will feature traditional Chinese entertainment and the opportunity to meet your fellow conference attendees in a relaxed, informal environment.

Xu Dingming, Vice Minister of the State Energy Leading Group Office 0940

Hosted by

Datong Coal Mine Group

Datong Coal Group

THE CHINESE COAL INDUSTRY IN THE INTERNATIONAL MARKET ● ● ● ●

MONDAY, 16 APRIL 2007

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CONFERENCE PROGRAMME Simultaneous Translation English/Mandarin Chinese, Mandarin Chinese/English will be provided 0730

Registration and coffee

0800

Exhibition opens

0845

WELCOME AND KEYNOTE REMARKS ● Pu Hongjiu, President, China Council for Promotion of International Trade – Coal Branch, and Executive Vice President, CNCA ● Gerard Strahan, Managing Director, Coaltrans Conferences

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Domestic energy market trends over the next 5 years Meeting the challenge of environmental change Implications for the further development of China and its energy industry Surging imports - potential for China to become a net importer of coal

Export challenges Impact of taxes on exports Developing new markets for Chinese coal Competing in the international marketplace as a coal supplier Impact of falling Chinese exports on the international coal price

Jing Tianliang, President, China National Coal Group Corporation 1000

STRATEGY AND GLOBAL PLANS FOR DATONG COAL MINE GROUP Liu Suisheng, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Datong Coal Mine Group

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STRATEGIC PERSPECTIVES AND FUTURE DEVELOPMENT PLANS ON CORPORATE INVESTMENT FOR SHENHUA HOLDING COMPANY Ling Wen, Chief Executive Officer, Shenhua Holding Company

"Coaltrans China met the standard I have come to expect from Coaltrans. Informative, dynamic and well organised"

"Coaltrans China provided a current and comprehensive view of China's diverse approaches to its energy needs"

1040

SHANXI LU’AN GROUP - DEVELOPMENT PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE IN A CLIMATE OF GLOBAL COAL MINING PARTNERSHIPS Ren Renhou, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Shanxi Lu’an Coal Mine Group

1100

INVESTING IN CHINA AS AN INTERNATIONAL COMPANY Russ Phillips, Chief Representative, Anglocoal Beijing Office

1120

Questions & Answers

1125

Networking Refreshment Break Sponsored by Minmetals

CHINA MINMETALS GROUP

1255

Questions & Answers

1300

Networking Lunch Sponsored by Peabody Energy

SESSION 2: OPERATIONAL CHALLENGES IN DRIVING FORWARD PRODUCTION FROM CHINA’S COAL MINES Chair:

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Wu Yongping, General Manager, Datong Coal Mine Group RESOURCE UTILISATION AND RECYCLING ECONOMY AS A KEY CHALLENGE FOR THE CHINESE COAL INDUSTRY ● ● ● ●

SESSION 3: POWER PRODUCTION SCENARIOS AND FUTURE FOR DOMESTIC THERMAL COAL SUPPLY Chair:

Zhu Deren, Vice President, CNCA

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LONG TERM OUTLOOK OF POWER PRODUCTION TRENDS IN CHINA ●

Ensuring the potential of China’s coal industry is achieved Expanding production areas Managing mines – consolidation and safety considerations The trend towards increasing mine mechanisation

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Chen Jiansheng, President, Pingdingshan Coal Mine Corporation 1215

Joseph Jacobelli, Head of AsiaPac Utilities Equity Research, Senior Director, Merrill Lynch (Asia Pacific) Ltd

THE FUTURE FOR COAL PRODUCTION AND CONSUMPTION IN CHINA ● ● ●

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Structural changes in the Chinese coal industry Management of mine safety and closure, consolidation into bigger groups Mine development plans for major coal mines in China for the next 5 years, and logistics facilities development to support this China coal market – forecast of production/demand /imports/exports

Wu Yin, Director General, Energy Bureau, NDRC 1235

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OPENCAST MINING CHALLENGES Mark N. Schroeder, President - Peabody China LLC, Peabody Energy

Long term power generation outlook: will the growth continue? Why is regulatory reform of the power industry key to long term growth? Long term generation fuels demand? Will thermal coal continue to dominate? What about other generation fuel alternatives such as gas and nuclear?

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THE POWER PRODUCERS’ PERSPECTIVE – OPTIMISING PROCUREMENT STRATEGIES IN A CHALLENGING MARKET ● ● ● ● ●

Supply/demand thermal coal Relationship between coal price and power price Coal supply and new power projects Forecast for future supply and demand trends, and managing the challenges around domestic pricing Potential for expansion in electricity generation output,impact on imports/exports, quality, availability, emissions

Moderator:

Wang Yonggan, Secretary General, China Electricity Council Panellists:

Wei Jianguo, General Manager, Zhong Neng Power Industry Fuel Co ● Bai Fu Gui, Manager of Fuel Management, China Datang International Power Co. Ltd ● Wu Dawei, Vice General Manager, Huaneng Power* ●

"Coaltrans China 2005 was a well organised event and the presentations were wide ranging and informative"

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Quotes from Past Coaltrans China Conferences

"Coaltrans China broke new ground for Coaltrans conferences worldwide"

REVIEW OF KEY IMPORT MARKETS FOR COAL INTO CHINA 1630

MONGOLIA: BRINGING COAL INTO CHINA PRODUCTION CHALLENGES, DEVELOPMENT AND EXPANSION OPPORTUNITIES ●

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THERMAL COAL SUPPLY IN CHINA – THE DOMESTIC VIEWPOINT ● ● ●

Main drivers for thermal coal production Expected demand and supply scenario for the next 12-18 months Constraints on production, and future outlook

Paul L. Zweng, President/CEO, QGX Ltd 1650

AUSTRALIA AS A KEY SUPPLIER TO CHINA ●

Moderator:

Zhu Deren, Vice President, CNCA

Australian coal for China: Long-term partners or spot market opportunists?

Kelly Cosgrove, General Manager Marketing, Pricing & Customer Service, Rio Tinto Coal Australia

Panellists:

Yin Zuoru, General Manager, Kailuan Group ● Yuan Liang, Vice General Manager and Chief Engineer, Huainan Coal Mining Group Company ● Xu Weixin, Vice General Manager, Heilongjiang Longmei Coal Mine group

Development challenges - lack of infrastructure, trained personnel, water etc Coal qualities – thermal and coking coal Taking advantage of opportunities in coal-to-liquids – using Mongolian coal to supply the Chinese petrochemical industry

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Networking Refreshment Break Sponsored by Minmetals

CHINA IN CONTEXT – THE ROLE OF CHINA IN THE GLOBAL ENERGY MARKETS ● ● ● ● ●

IMPORT DEVELOPMENT PERSPECTIVE FROM AN INDONESIAN VIEW POINT Hartono Widjaya, Senior Vice President Marketing, Banpu Coal

1730

VIETNAM – THE MARKET FOR ANTHRACITE INTO CHINA

1750

Questions & Answers

1800

Chairman’s closing remarks and close of day one

CHINA MINMETALS GROUP

SESSION 4: LIBERALISING THE SUPPLY OF THERMAL COAL IN CHINA 1550

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Balance of energy in China - impact on the coal market Volatility in the overall global energy market The future role of coal in the energy matrix in China (government policy etc) How changes in the economy outside the coal industry affects the coal industry Impact of China on the international coal markets, supply and demand trends

1830

RECEPTION/DINNER Capitalise on enhanced networking opportunities by attending the main evening reception at Coaltrans China 2007 where you can spend time in the company of other coal industry executives. Attendance is complimentary to all delegates and their spouses. Hosted by

China National Coal Group Corporation

James M. Brock, Senior Advisor, Cambridge Energy Research Associates 1610

CHINESE COAL IN THE WORLD MARKETS – THE CHANGING DYNAMICS OF SUPPLY AND DEMAND FOR CHINESE COAL EXPORTS ● ●

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Supply and overview of demand and flow for coal exported from China Role of coal as an export commodity from China – the balance between imports and exports, and future scenarios Impact of removal of the tax rebates on the export markets Pressure on price to help to increase exports

Li Tinghe, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Shanxi Import and Export Company Ltd

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"With the Chinese coal market changing so rapidly, Coaltrans China provided an efficient, comprehensive mechanism to engage all of the key industry players"

"This was a very interesting event giving a very good ground for the people involving in the trade to meet, communicate and exchange ideas"

TUESDAY, 17 APRIL 2007 0800

Exhibition opens

0845

WELCOME AND OPENING REMARKS Allison Lindsay, Director of Conferences, Coaltrans Conferences SESSION 5: COKING COAL AND STEEL INDUSTRY

Chair:

Karel Eloot, Principal, McKinsey & Company, Shanghai

0900

GLOBAL STEEL MARKETS REVIEW AND THE ROLE OF CHINA ● ● ●

Key drivers and prospects for the global steel industry The steel value chain - freight markets / raw materials Chinese steel markets in the global context

Karel Eloot, Principal, McKinsey & Company, Shanghai 0920

CHINESE COKE MARKETS - MANAGING THE CONSEQUENCES OF AN OVERPRODUCING INDUSTRY ● ● ● ●

Consolidation of the Chinese coke industry Innovation and developments in coke production Prospects for the future Impact of taxation on coking coal and coke exports

Hua Zugui, General Manager, China Coal & Coke Holding Limited 0940

CHALLENGE OF NEW TECHNOLOGIES FACING CHINA’S IRON AND STEEL INDUSTRY ● ● ●

Constraints on increased domestic steel production Prospects for raw materials supply and demand Competing in the international marketplace for raw materials

Li Shijun, Director-General, Department of Science & Technology and Environment, China Steel & Iron Industry Association 1000

CHINESE COKING COAL MARKETS IN THE GLOBAL CONTEXT - A COST COMPARISON ● ● ● ● ●

Supply/demand for coking coal and coke in the world markets The role of China in the international coking coal markets Analysis of cost of production globally Where China sits in the cost matrix Potential implications for the international markets going forward in view of China’s role

NETWORKING AND COMMUNICATIONS AT COALTRANS CHINA 2007 MAXIMISE YOUR NETWORKING WITH OUR UNIQUE COMPANY PROFILE DIRECTORY To assist delegates in identifying key partners whom they would like to meet at Coaltrans China 2007, we will once again be providing a Company Profile Directory in the delegate information booklet. This description will be available in both Chinese and English, listed by company name in the delegate booklet at the event, eg "Liu Ying Coal Corporation operates three coking coal mines in Shanxi Province. 2MT for domestic market, 1MT for export." When you register for the conference please ensure you complete the Company Profile section (see page 12) with a description of your organisation, (maximum 20 words).

COALTRANS CHINA 2007 INTERNET CAFE To assist delegates whilst at Coaltrans China 2007, there will be an internet cafe available in the Exhibition Area. These terminals will operate in English and Mandarin and will provide free internet access. Sponsored by Shanxi Lu'an Coal Mine Group

COALTRANS CHINA 2007 MEETING POINT AND INTERPRETER SERVICE In order to improve communication between delegates, Coaltrans China participants will have the use of a Meeting Point and Interpreter Service. The interpreter service (English/Chinese – Chinese/English) will be complimentary for up to 15 minutes per meeting, and thereafter charged at published rates. Interpreters can be booked at the Meeting Point. The Meeting Point will be located in the Exhibition area of Coaltrans China 2007. Sponsored by Anglo Coal

Pierre Formosa, Consultant, Steel Making Raw Materials, CRU Group 1020

AUSTRALIA AS A METCOAL SUPPLIER TO CHINA

"A great opportunity and single platform for one to interact with peers, fellow professionals and clients from the China Coal Industry"

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"Well organised and professional event, great for networking"

Quotes from Past Coaltrans China Conferences

STREAM A Delegates can select which Stream to attend from either Stream A (New drivers for the shipping and freight markets / Infrastructure and logistics challenges) or Stream B (Taking advantage of new opportunities for coal). Please indicate your preference on the delegate registration form (page 12). 1040

Questions and Answers

1045

Networking Refreshment Break Sponsored by Minmetals

CHINA MINMETALS GROUP

SESSION 6: INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION AND INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN CHINA Chair:

Michael C. Cosgrove, Chief Executive Officer, Asian American Coal, Inc.

1115

THE FUTURE FOR FOREIGN INVESTMENT INTO THE CHINESE COAL INDUSTRY ● ● ● ●

NEW DRIVERS FOR SHIPPING AND THE FREIGHT MARKETS

Current status and future prospects for FDI in China's coal mines Risk management in coal deals Growth in demand in China and opportunities to invest Challenges for international players to make successful JVs in the Chinese coal industry

Chair:

Hongda Jiang, Chief Representative, Director Simpson Spence & Young Shanghai Co, Ltd

1345

OVERVIEW OF THE INTERNATIONAL FREIGHT AND SHIPPING MARKETS AND IMPACT ON THE CHINESE COAL PRODUCING AND USING INDUSTRIES ● ● ●

Prospects for the shipbuilding market going forward – impact on freight rates and movements Freight seaborne prices Managing risk in a volatile shipping market

John Kearsey, Executive Director, Simpson Spence & Young Ltd 1405

James J. Schaeffer, Executive Director - Asia Pacific, John T. Boyd Company

FFAS DRIVING THE FREIGHT MARKETS FOR DRY BULK IN CHINA ● ●

Current role and future potential Utilising FFAs as a strategic risk management tool

A Senior Executive, Noble Chartering Ltd 1135

THE CHALLENGES OF FDI INTO CHINESE COAL MINES ● ●

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Rules and regulations Opportunities for international investors

CHALLENGES OF FOREIGN INVESTMENT IN THE NORTH EAST ASIAN COAL MARKETS ● ● ●

Comparison of the attractiveness of China versus other Asian coal investment opportunities Obstacles, opportunities and challenges - regulatory issues, joint venture and foreign investment issues Legal and documentary success factors in investments and acquisitions

John Connors, Partner, Baker & McKenzie (Coordinator, Global Mining and Metals Group) 1215

Questions and Answers

1220

Networking Lunch Sponsored by

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Questions & Answers

1430

FOLLOWED BY PANEL OF THOSE INVOLVED IN THE CHINESE AND INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING MARKETS ● ● ●

Shipping trends and their impact on Chinese coal demand and supply The domestic market for coastal coal freight Impact of FFAs in driving the market forward

Moderator:

Hongda Jiang, Chief Representative, Director Simpson Spence & Young Shanghai Co, Ltd Panellists:

Yang Shicheng, Director, Cosco R&D Li Zhen, President, China National Chartering Corporation (Sinochart) ● A Senior Representative, Shanghai Times Shipping Company ● ●

Shanxi Lu’an Coal Mine Group

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"A rare opportunity for the Coal Buyers to know the problems and opportunities surrounding the coal industry"

"Exquisitely organised & superbly executed event"

STREAM B Delegates can select which Stream to attend from either Stream A (New drivers for the shipping and freight markets / Infrastructure and logistics challenges) or Stream B (Taking advantage of new opportunities for coal). Please indicate your preference on the delegate registration form (page 12).

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TAKING ADVANTAGE OF NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR COAL

Networking Refreshment Break Sponsored by Minmetals

COAL TO LIQUIDS

CHINA MINMETALS GROUP

INFRASTRUCTURE AND LOGISTICS CHALLENGES Chair:

Chair:

Liming Chen, Executive Vice President, Sasol China

1345

COAL-TO-LIQUIDS: OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES TO THE CHINESE COAL INDUSTRY

Wang Baofa, Deputy Director, China Coal Transportation and Sales Association

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Assessment and viability of different transportation options – water, rail, truck Prospects for change

Dong Yan, Director General, Comprehensive Transport Research Institute, NDRC 1605

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COAL TRANSPORT CHALLENGES IN CHINA

Peter Doyle, Senior Technical Consultant, Barlow Jonker Pty Ltd 1405

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Setting and meeting rail quotas for coal movement Plans for further development of the rail network for coal freight Further upgrading and electrification of the rail network Proposed developments for the rail link from Mongolia into China

1425

Questions & Answers

1700

Chairman’s closing remarks and close of conference

ROLE FOR DIFFERENT TYPES OF COAL IN THE CTL PROCESS ● ●

How different coal qualities affect the end product Impact the different qualities has on the production process and potential market

Zhang Minglin, Vice General Manager, Yankuang Group and General Manager, Coal Chemicals Company, Yankuang Group

Zhang Jianping, Director-General of Development and Planning, Ministry of Railways 1645

Regulations and policies to take the market forward Challenges around water supply and water usage for coal to liquids Development potential of coal chemicals

Zhang Yuzhuo, Vice General Manager, Shenhua Group, and Head of CTL, Shenhua Group

CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE CHINESE RAIL SYSTEM FOR COAL ●

INFRASTRUCTURE CHALLENGES WHEN SETTING UP A COAL TO LIQUIDS OPERATION ●

CAPACITY EXPANSION AND DEVELOPMENTS AT CHINA’S COAL PORTS A Senior Representative, Ministry of Communication*

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Status of CTL projects in China, and likely developments Coal requirements: where will the coal come from? Impact on the national supply/demand balance – coal shortages?

1445

INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION AND OPPORTUNITIES IN SETTING UP COAL CONVERSION OPERATIONS ● ● ●

Infrastructure challenges when setting up a coal to liquids operation The commercial imperative and economics of coal conversion in today’s markets Expected demand for coal to liquids, anticipated market and future prospects

Rob Wallace, Manager, GE Energy 1505

Questions & Answers

1515

Networking Refreshment Break Sponsored by Minmetals

CHINA MINMETALS GROUP

"Coaltrans became an international gathering of Coal producers, traders and related industries and provides an important opportunity to exchange views"

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"A great opportunity and single platform for one to interact with peers, fellow professionals and clients from the China Coal Industry"

CLEAN COAL AND COALBED METHANE OPPORTUNITIES 1545

MEETING THE GLOBAL CHALLENGE TO REDUCE EMISSIONS THROUGH CLEAN COAL PROJECTS ● ● ● ●

Role of clean coal technologies in the Chinese energy markets Utilising carbon credits to offset emissions Power project infrastructure - challenges and solutions to climate change Positioning clean coal and clean power production as a profit rather than a cost

Neil McCallum, Director of Asia-Pacific, Doosan Babcock Energy 1605

GASIFICATION TECHNOLOGIES AS A DRIVER FOR CLEAN COAL IN CHINA ● ●

Gasification/liquefaction and polygeneration Opportunities for China to become a leader in clean coal technology

A Senior Representative, Alstom 1625

OPTIMISING RETURNS FROM COAL BED METHANE ● ● ●

Turning the presence of coal bed methane into a profit centre rather than a cost or safety hazard Considerations for the capture and use of coal bed methane Benefits for Chinese mines

Hu Aimei, Assistant General Manager, China United Coalbed Methane 1645

Questions & Answers

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Chairman’s closing remarks and close of conference

*invited

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"A very well organised event with first class speakers and subject material. A "must attend" event for any mining executive with an interest in China"

SPONSORSHIP AND EXHIBITION

Sponsorship and exhibition stand opportunities Put your company at the forefront of the Chinese market ~ It makes business sense SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Make a lasting impression on your clients and the key decision makers in the Chinese coal industry Sponsorship opportunities at Coaltrans China 2007 offer your company significant and lasting benefits. As the Chinese markets strengthen, this is the opportune time to enhance your company profile. By taking a sponsorship option at the event you can have your logo on the main conference stage and create an opportunity for potential clients to contact you by GOLD SPONSORS

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showcasing your company details in the delegate documentation. Sponsorship opportunities available include: Delegate Badge, Conference Documentation, Gold, Silver and Bronze Sponsorship options. There are also a variety of further options to suit your particular budget, objectives and aspirations.

SILVER SPONSORS

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Datong Coal Group

OFFICIAL PUBLICATION

SUPPORTERS China Power & Energy News

STAND OPPORTUNITIES Building Brand Image

Exhibition Floorplan

Taking a stand is the most direct form of marketing for your business. The Coaltrans China 2007 Exhibition will be located adjacent to the main conference auditorium. The refreshment points, bars, lounges and meeting areas will be located in the exhibition allowing for maximum networking with delegates. Stand spaces are available in 9sqm and 12sqm packages. Our pre-built stands are designed to allow you to exhibit with the minimum of effort. 9sqm (3m x 3m) Shell Scheme Booth ~ US$4,860 To make enquiries and reserve your stand please contact: Alastair MacDonald, Coaltrans Conferences Ltd, Nestor House, Playhouse Yard, London, EC4V 5EX; Tel +44 20 7779 8917; Fax +44 20 7779 8946; Email [email protected] Web www.coaltrans.com/china

"This conference was certainly one of the better conferences I have attended. It was very well organised"

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COALTRANS CHINA 2007 REGISTRATION FORM 16-17 APRIL 2007, KERRY CENTRE, BEIJING

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The easiest way to register is online at www.coaltrans.com/china Four other ways to register

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Post: Coaltrans Conferences Ltd Nestor House, Playhouse Yard London EC4V 5EX, UK

EARLY BIRD FEE $1399 (before 2 March 2007) - STANDARD FEE $1549 (after 2 March 2007) Fee includes: 1. Attendance at all conference sessions 2. Full conference documentation, which includes copies of all available speakers’ papers 3. Complimentary tours, refreshments, lunches and evening receptions Delegates

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IT IS IMPORTANT TO FILL OUT ALL THE INFORMATION BELOW Please photocopy this form for multiple bookings

1st Delegate details - Please select your choice of Stream ■ Stream A ■ Stream B Mr/Mrs/Ms ______ First name ____________________________________________________________

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For all information on group booking discounts for 4 or more delegates, please contact Jianjia Chan on +44 20 7779 8895; [email protected] * All bookings made on-site at the conference (15-17 April) will be subject to a $50 administration charge

COMPLIMENTARY NETWORKING ACTIVITIES ■ 15 April - Great Wall Tour ■ 15 April - Welcome Reception ■ 16 April - Forbidden City Tour ■ 16 April - Gala Reception ■ 17 April - Silk Market Tour I will be bringing my spouse: Name VISAS: Visa applications are the responsibility of each delegate. However, if you require a letter of invitation, please contact Coaltrans Conferences, who will forward your personal data to the co-organiser (China National Coal Association), who will issue a letter of invitation and send it directly to you. You will need to submit your nationality, job title, organisation, date of birth, passport number and contact details, and take the letter of invitation to your nearest Chinese Embassy/ Consulate for your visa to be issued. Please allow sufficient time for this process. HOTEL

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(no other cards accepted)

Credit card payments will be processed in Sterling so exact fee may vary according to exchange rates Signed......................................................................................................

■ 3. CHEQUES should be drawn on a UK Bank and made payable to Coaltrans Conferences Ltd. A receipted invoice will be sent to all delegates. Please complete and return this form together with a copy of your credit card number, bank transfer or cheque, payable in US$ to Coaltrans Conferences Ltd, and send by post or fax to: Coaltrans Conferences Ltd Nestor House, Playhouse Yard, London EC4V 5EX, UK Tel: +44 20 7779 8945, Fax: +44 20 7779 8946 [email protected] www.coaltrans.com/china

CANCELLATIONS Hotel guarantee: In the event of cancellations/reductions of length of stay at the conference hotel without 5 days notification prior to arrival you will be charged for all nights reserved unless the hotel/Coaltrans Conferences are able to re-sell your room. Conference fee: All cancellations must be received in writing by 16 March 2007 for a full refund, less a 10% administration charge. We cannot accept verbal cancellations. Cancellations received after 16 March 2007 are liable for the full conference fee. However, substitutions can be sent to attend in your place at no extra charge. If owing to a force majeure, Coaltrans is obliged to postpone or cancel the event, Coaltrans will not be liable for any travel or accommodation expenses incurred by delegates or their organisations. Registrations received after 16 March 2007 are still liable for the full conference fee in case of cancellation. Data protection: The information that you provide will be safeguarded by Coaltrans Conferences Ltd, a division of Euromoney Institutional Investor PLC group, whose subsidiaries may use it to

keep you informed of relevant products and services. We occasionally allow reputable companies outside the Euromoney Institutional Investor PLC group to contact you with details of products that may be of interest to you. As an international group, we may transfer your data on a global basis for the purposes indicated above. If you object to contact by telephone ■ fax ■ or email ■ please tick the relevant box. If you do not want us to share your information with other reputable companies, please tick this box ■

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