Notes to the Financial Statements 30 June 2008 - Abterra

Corporate InitiativesAbterra aims to pursue sustainable long term growth in the natural resources business as a fullyintegrated player in the Chinese and international markets.Corporate PhilosophyAbterra’s fundamental approach to business isto create sustainable long term growth for ourcustomers, our business partners, our employees andour shareholders through our distinctive core values:AgilityWe constantly train and develop our employeesinto active and nimble individuals to cater toour customers, our business partners and ourstakeholders’ needs.ReliabilityWe aim to provide services that are unsurpassedin quality and reliability through the verticalintegration of resources into a competitive costexecution for an all-rounded service.IntegrityWe honor our promises and build bridges of trustwith our clients, business partners and stakeholders.We set high ethical standards and work with thehighest level of integrity that is intrinsic to ourculture.ProfessionalismWe take pride in our high standards ofprofessionalism. From understanding our clients’needs at an intimate level to building strong rapportwith our business partners, we work towards theachievement of honor.With the corporate philosophy in mind, Abterracommits to the core business to pursue a balancedand healthy growth. We deliver the best productsand the best services to continuously meet thedemands of our clients.0ABTERRAAnnual Report 2008