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In Partnership withHear fromZhang YouxiChair of the BoardDatong CoalMine GroupNeil DharManaging Director,Hard CommoditiesNoble GroupWang JinliVice PresidentChina ShenhuaEnergy CompanyJoin us at Coaltrans China to•Understand the impact of China’s stimulus plan on coal imports: How will they fareas we move through 2013 and beyond?•Analyze China’s energy mix: What role will coal play in China’s energy future and will wesee any displacement?•Identify major coal suppliers for China and explore how you can access this lucrative market•Hear from leading international and Chinese powerhouse players as they outlinetheir plans for the futureSimultaneous translation will be provided – English/Mandarin and Mandarin/EnglishPlatinum SponsorsJohn J. RamosFinance DirectorPT Berau CoalEnergyJohnWallingtonCEOCoal of AfricaLimitedRegister by1 March 2013and saveUS$250Gold SponsorsSilver SponsorsBronze Sponsors“Coaltrans Chinaprovided an excellentplatform to network.Also the coveragewas comprehensive,contemporary andinformative.”+852 2912 8038 www.coaltrans.com/china coaltrans@euromoneyplc.comDileeph K.V,Aditya Birla Group

COALTRANS CHINA – THE MEETING PLACE OFAbout the OrganisersCoaltrans Conferences organises largescaleinternational coal conferences, whichattract delegates from all over the world. Italso runs focused regional events,exhibitions, field trips and training courses.It has a reputation for employing thehighest organisational standards. In 2013,Coaltrans is running events in Australia,Brazil, China, Colombia, Germany, India,Indonesia, Mongolia, Mozambique, Poland,Russia, Singapore, South Africa, UK andUSA. For more information please visitwww.coaltrans.com.National Center for InternationalCooperation in Work SafetyNCICS is a non-profit, public serviceorganization directly under the StateAdministration of Work Safety (SAWS),specialized in international exchange andcooperation in the field of coal minetechnology and workplace information.NCICS is a specialized international trainingservice provider and event organizer with highqualifications recognised by the governmentand industry for delivering highly-valued serviceand training programs at home and abroad.Join us in Beijing as CoaltransChina enters its second decade!As we move forward into 2013, there is no doubt that Chinacontinues to maintain its status as a major influencer in globalcoal markets. China’s 12th Five Year Plan continues to progressas we get ever closer to the 2015 deadline, and China hasresponded to uncertain domestic and global markets with adecisive announcement of a US$158billion stimulus plan toensure continued prosperity and growth. But what does thisall mean for coal supply and demand in relation to China?Where East meets WestAs China’s interactions with Western coal companies continueto develop, make sure you understand just how China fits intothe global picture. Hear from major companies supplying coalsuccessfully to China on how they developed relationships andhow they are successfully doing business in this often secretivebut extremely lucrative market.The ‘import’-ance of the import marketFaced with generally lower coal prices across the globe and stiffcompetition from competing energy sources, China’s coalimports are playing a more important role than ever in keepingsome buoyancy in international coal trade. Get the latest on howChina’s import strategy is shaping up for 2013 and beyond andhow this can be reconciled with domestic coal production plans.Supporters2

CHINESE AND INTERNATIONAL COAL MARKETSIn Partnership withDebottlenecking thesupply chainThere’s no question that moving coalacross China’s vast and unpredictableterrain is difficult. But just how is Chinatackling the problem, and will there be aripple effect on coal imports from theinternational marketplace? Make sure youare up-to-date with planned infrastructuredevelopments and how they will shapeChina’s energy strategy.After a record-breakingattendance of over 750major players in 2012, joinus in Beijing in April 2013for China’s premierinternational coal eventand make sure you getface-time with the leadingplayers in this market.VenueAGENDA AT A GLANCEPRE-CONFERENCE:MONDAY 15 APRIL 2013Opening receptionJoin us for our pre-conference opening reception in the Exhibitionarea to lay the groundwork for a productive two daysDAY ONE: TUESDAY 16 APRIL 2013SESSION 1A: Chinese KeynotesSESSION 1B: International KeynotesSESSION 2: A broader perspective –Putting China into contextSESSION 3: Thermal coal – Domesticdemand and import trendsEvening networking banquetJoin us for a taste of China at our evening networking banquet.Transport will be provided from the conference hotel.DAY TWO: WEDNESDAY 17 APRIL 2013SESSION 4: Coking coal update –The supply perspectiveSESSION 5: Chinese demand for coking coalSESSION 6: Supply chain logistics –Keeping China’s coal movingSofitel Wanda Beijing is the flagship Sofitel in the Asia Pacific. The striking designdraws on Sino-French influences and accentuates the strong cultural links betweenFrance and China reflected in the overall theme and décor. With a fabulous location inthe heart of Beijing, this exclusive 5-star hotel provides easy access to the ExhibitionCenter, subway and major attractions such as Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City3Hear fromZhang YouxiChair of the BoardDatong CoalMine GroupNeil DharManaging Director,Hard CommoditiesNoble GroupWang JinliVice PresidentChina ShenhuaEnergy CompanyJohn J. RamosFinance DirectorPT Berau CoalEnergyJohnWallingtonCEOCoal of AfricaLimitedRegister by1 March 2013and saveUS$250“Coaltrans Chinaprovided an excellentplatform to network.Also the coveragewas comprehensive,contemporary andinformative.”Dileeph K.V,Aditya Birla Group

"This event gathers the key players in the sector, as well as experts from differentfields concerning the sector” Simon Su, BMT Asia Pacific (Previous Coaltrans Delegate)CONFERENCE AGENDASimultaneous translation will be provided:English-Mandarin & Mandarin-EnglishPRE-CONFERENCE PROGRAMMEMONDAY 15 APRIL 201308:00-13:00TIANANMEN SQUARE ANDFORBIDDEN CITY TOURYou are extremely welcome to join thisCoaltrans half-day networking tour at no extracharge. Tiananmen Square is big enough tohold half a million people. There are over9000 rooms inside the Forbidden City. Places are limited and are allocated on afirst come, first served basis. Turn to page 8 to register.18:00-20:00 OPENING RECEPTIONExhibition Area, Sofitel Wanda BeijingJoin us at our opening reception in theExhibition Area to ensure you get the mostout of the next two days.DAY ONE: TUESDAY 16 APRIL 201307:30 Registration &welcome refreshmentsRegistration sponsored by08:00 Exhibition opens08:30 Welcome & opening remarksHenry Hely Hutchinson, Managing Director,Coaltrans Conferences Ltd.Sun Huashan, Vice Minister, State Administration of WorkSafety, P.R. ChinaSESSION 1A: CHINESE KEYNOTES08:40 Chair’s opening remarksBai Ran, Director-General, National Center forInternational Cooperation in Work SafetyAvailableto sponsor08:45 An update on the 12th Five-Year Plan: Where isChina heading?Looking forward towards the 2015 deadline, hear the latestdevelopments as China strives to achieve its aimsLi Haofeng, Deputy Director-General, Department of CoalIndustry, National Energy Administration09:00 Competing on the global coal stage: Maximizing thepresence and standards of China’s mining conglomerates• Broadening China’s reach outside of its own borders• Positioning China as a global energy leaderMr Wang Jinli, Vice President, China Shenhua EnergyCompany Limited09:15 Confronting challenges in the world of coal, expandingmarket presence, striving for sustainable development• Understanding the impact of increased production and labourcosts on domestic coal production• Understanding the impact of increased costs as one movesfurther down the supply chainZhang Youxi, Chair of the Board, Datong Coal Mine Group09:30 Consolidation and reorganization of the coalindustry and its impact on the internationaldevelopment strategy of Chinese coal enterprisesBu Changsen, Chairman of the Board, ShandongEnergy Group09:45 Mergers and reorganization in China’s coal industryRen Fuyao, Chair of the Board, Shanxi Coking Coal Group10:00 Stimulating coal imports: China’s plan for keepingcoal imports alive• Understanding the announced US$158bn stimulus plan and itsimpact on coal imports• Exploring China’s future energy mix: will there be displacementby other fuel sources?Wang Jinzhao, Director, Industry Policy Departmentof the Development Research Center of the StateCouncil (DRC)10:15 The impact of consolidation and reorganization ofsmall mines on coal productionHow is Shanxi Province faring in its efforts to improve safety andconsolidate its mining sector?Wu Yongping, Director General, Shanxi Bureau ofCoal Industry10:30 Networking refreshment breakSponsored bySESSION 1B: INTERNATIONAL KEYNOTES10:45 Chair’s opening remarks10:55 Evolution of international coal markets and the roleof China• Strategies for success in a ‘maturing’ coal market• Identifying long run trends in supply and demand• The current and future place of China in the global coal marketNeil Dhar, Managing Director, Hard Commodities,Noble Group Limited11:15 Indonesia: Establishing a foothold as China’s keythermal coal supplier• What qualities, besides price, make Indonesia an attractivesupplier of coal to China?• How are changes in Indonesian mining laws affecting exports?John J. Ramos, Finance Director, PT Berau Coal Energy Tbk11:35 Australia’s role in China’s coal sectorExplore Australia’s positioning as a leading supplier to China’shungry coal marketPaul Mulder, Managing Director – Coal & Infrastructure,GVK Hancock4www.coaltrans.com/china

"The best event in the coal industry and also important for bankers”Grace Putri Ayu, PT Bank Central Asia (Previous Coaltrans Delegate)11:55 Working effectively with a Chinese partner inoverseas mining projects• Benefits of having Chinese input into overseas projects• Opening up a new trade pipeline between South Africa and China?John Wallington, Chief Executive Officer, Coal ofAfrica Limited12:15 Lean management of production and operation of thecoal industryXu Jun, Senior Vice President, Schneider Electric China12:35 Questions & discussion12:45 Networking lunchSponsored bySESSION 2: A BROADER PERSPECTIVE –PUTTING CHINA INTO CONTEXT14:00 This interactive panel discussion returns for 2013 to consider how Chinais interacting on the global coal stage. Key issues for discussion include:• Why is China buying coal from overseas? Is it all about infrastructureconstraints?• Analysis of 2012 import figures• Diversification of supply – which are the major supplying regionsfor China’s coal imports?• Economics of a swing market – how are prices into SouthernChina fluctuating and can you rely on regular business?• Do all roads still lead to China? What would happen if import levelsdropped substantially in 2013-14?Chair: Jim Nicholson, Vice President, Argus AsiaPanelists:Bob Kamandanu, Chairman, Indonesian Coal MiningAssociation and President Director, PT. Avra IndonesiaMark Liinamaa, Director, Citi Investment Research& AnalysisIan Roper, Commodities Strategist, CLSA Asia Pacific MarketsLuther Lu, Managing Director – International, FenweiEnergy ConsultingColum Staunton, Metals Analyst, Metal Bulletin Research14:45 Networking refreshment breakSponsored bySESSION 3: THERMAL COAL – DOMESTICDEMAND AND IMPORT TRENDS15:15 Chair’s opening remarks15:25 Forecasting China’s 2013 import strategy• Analyse coal import fluctuations since China reached net importstatus in 2009• Understand the importance of price and how much of a role itplays in strategy• Impact of infrastructure on imports: If China’s infrastructureimproves, will southern imports decline?James O’Connell, Editor-in-Chief, Coal, Platts15:45 Meeting China’s domestic energy demandDuan Haifeng, Director, Coal Research Center of theChina Energy Economics Research Center16:05 Strategies to mitigate credit risk in coal contracts• Ensuring the contractual performance of coal contracts• Performance bonds, letters of credit, using exchangesEoghan Cunningham, Chief Executive Officer, globalCOAL16:25 Increasing the transparency of China’s coal tradingEstablishing a clear and transparent centre for coal trading inChina: The launch of the Shanxi Coal Transaction CentreGao Fa, Deputy Director-General, Shanxi CoalTransaction CenterPANEL16:45 Coal fired-power producers’ DISCUSSIONpanel discussionAn initial presentation delivered by:Liu Xiangdong, Director, Planning and Statistic InformationDepartment of the China Electricity Council• Outlook for domestic power production and coal role in power generation• Power producers becoming coal producers: The rise of theintegrated utility company• Identifying key overseas regions for thermal coal supply: Whichregions offer the best coal for China’s energy needs?• The role of Chinese utilities in development plans moving forwardFollowed by a panel discussion joined by the following speakers:Wei Jianguo, General Manager, The State Grid EnergyDevelopment Co., LtdZhang Yun, Vice Manager, China Huaneng Group FuelCo., LtdWang Riwen, Chief Economist & Senior Engineer, ChinaHuadian Corporation*Lu Jiewei, Division Chief – Department of Coal Logistics,China Power Investment CorpHu Jianmin, Vice-General Manager, China Huaneng Group17:50 Close of day oneAvailableto sponsorEVENING NETWORKING BANQUETCement existing relationships and develop lucrative new businesspartnerships at our Traditional Chinese Networking banquet, giving you atruly authentic taste of the Far East. Transportation will be provided.DAY TWO: WEDNESDAY 17 APRIL 201308:15 Exhibition opens08:55 WelcomeLouisa Pratt, Conference Producer, CoaltransConferences Ltd.09:00 Coal Market Overview• Long term fundamentals• China’s role as the world’s largest coal importer• Balancing China’s growing coal needsRenato Paladino, President, Arch Coal Asia-Pacific Pte LtdSESSION 4: COKING COAL UPDATE:THE SUPPLY PERSPECTIVE09:20 Chair’s opening remarks09:30 Moving East: Cementing the USA’s position ascoking coal supplier for China• Establishing yourself as a high-quality and reliable coking coal supplier• Economics of moving coking coal from the USA to China• Pricing sensitivity: Just how price reliant is this relationship?Ernie Thrasher, CEO & Chief Marketing Officer,Xcoal Energy & ResourcesCONFERENCE AGENDAEarly Bird Discount – register by 1 March 2013 and save US$250 5

"This is an important event that the financial and investment market cannot miss.”Gordon Poon, Mongolia Energy Corporation Limited (Previous Coaltrans Delegate)CONFERENCE AGENDA09:50 Mongolia: A direct line to China?With China having accounted for 99% of Mongolian coking coalexports in 2011, how is this relationship evolving amid tensions overdomestic natural resources?Graeme Hancock, COO, Erdenes Tavan Tolgoi JSC10:10 Russia’s role in China’s coal import strategy• Why was there a 21% decline in Russian coking coal exports toChina in 2011?• Opening up remote Russian coal reserves: How hungry are theChinese to buy from here?• What are the key infrastructure challenges that need to beovercome to make these regions accessible and economic forimport purposes?Alexander Kulik, Advisor to the CEO & Head of Sales,Siberian Anthracite10:30 Questions & discussion10:40 Networking refreshment breakSponsored bySESSION 5: CHINESE DEMAND FORCOKING COAL11:10 Chair’s opening remarksNigel Han, Sales Manager – China, Mechel Carbon AG11:20 Chinese steel demand: Where are we now?• Analyse the slowdown of China’s steel sector and recentencouraging signs of growth• Is domestic steel demand intrinsically liked to coking coal importfigures or can the two be decoupled?• Will increased coking coal imports affect the profitability of China’ssteel sector or is overcapacity still a major issue?• China as a driver for the global steel industryShaun Browne, Chairman, AME Group11:40 Pricing sensitivities for coking coal• Understand the impact of globally lower coking coal prices onChina’s coking coal import strategy• Will we ever see highs of US$300 a ton again?• Would increased demand from Chinese steel manufacturers havea direct effect on global coking coal prices?Dr. Paul Butterworth, Research Manager, Steel RawMaterials and Steel Costs, CRU12:00 Steel producer perspectivespanel discussionPANELDISCUSSIONWe explore the changing dynamics of China's steel sector:• Desirable supply regions: Where has the right quality at theright price?• Procurement strategies: When are they most likely to buy?• How much of their procurement strategy is based on price?• Will long-term commitments ever make their way into China’ssteel sector?Zhu Xuebin, Vice General Manager – Raw MaterialsDepartment, Raw Materials Purchasing Center, BaoshanIron & Steel LimitedSun Xuefeng, Chief Manager, Department of Coal Resource,Sinosteel Raw Materials Co. LtdLi Xinchuang, President, China Metallurgical IndustryPlanning Research InstituteWang Yingsheng, Director, Market Research Department,China Iron & Steel AssociationYang Liulin, Manager, Hebei Iron and Steel GroupJinding Mining Pte LtdProf Li Cheng, Executive President, Stainless SteelCouncil of China Special Steel Enterprises*12:50 Networking lunchSESSION 6: SUPPLY CHAIN LOGISTICS –KEEPING CHINA’S COAL MOVING14:20 Chair’s opening remarksKevin Xing, Director, BRS China14:30 Freight markets: Pricing considerations• Impact of both the global economic situation and China’s domesticeconomy on freight rates• How much of an impact do freight rates have on coal imports?Ian Shireff, CEO, Zodiac Maritime, Asia14:50 Coal and shipping-related indices• Shipping-related indices in the context of the changing market andregulatory environment• What this means for the business of coalJeremy Penn, Chief Executive, The Baltic Exchange15:10 Moving coal around China: Domestic railwayinfrastructure update• How is China attempting to debottleneck its railways and facilitatethe smooth transportation of coal internally?• What effect will improved internal infrastructure have on coal imports?Shi Qun, Director-General, China Railway Research Center15:30 Ports: The gateway for Chinese imports• Port developments underway to facilitate easier entry into China forlarge cargoes. Port capacity updateWang Mingzhi, Director-General, Shanghai CombinationPort Commission of the Ministry of Transport15:50 Questions & discussion16:00 Closing remarksHenry Hely Hutchinson, Managing Director,Coaltrans Conferences Ltd.Bai Ran, Director-General, National Center forInternational Cooperation in Work Safety16:10 Closing refreshmentsSponsored byEnjoy a final cup of coffee and a snack to cement the contacts madeduring the event before heading back to the office.*invitedAvailableto sponsor© Coaltrans Conferences 2012.Coaltrans Conferences reserve the right to alter the content of the programme without prior notice6 www.coaltrans.com/china

Register a group of 2 or more and qualify for a group discount(see page 8 for details)Platinum SponsorsSponsorship & ExhibitionOpportunitiesGold SponsorsSponsorshipOpportunitiesSponsoring an element of the 11th Coaltrans China ensures your company is promoted at the 4th biggestCoaltrans conference in the calendar! This industry-leading event offers an ideal opportunity to developprofitable business relationships with over 800 high level, coal industry players.Join us and...• Generate new sales• Strengthen your market position through continualbranding awareness and networking opportunities withhigh level decision-makers• Create greater company exposure• Showcase your products, services and achievements• Strengthen your position in the market• Launch a new company or service• Contact new and existing clients• Enhance a company milestone or anniversaryBenefits of sponsoring:• Receive the delegate list one month prior to the event• Complimentary passes included within your package• Logo visibility on the main stage, the backdrop for allconference sessions• Promotional corporate literature inserted into everydelegate bag• Your contact details included in the conferencedocumentation to ensure that delegates can reach you• Feature on the conference website, with a hyperlink toyour corporate homepage and a company descriptionSilver SponsorsExhibitionOpportunitiesThe Exhibition Halls present the perfect opportunity topromote your company, services, knowledge andachievements while ensuring long-term and brand newclients know where to find you. This is the place to befor networking, as it hosts all refreshment breaks,internet points, bars and lounges.Every level of exhibitor can be accommodated from first-time toexperienced exhibitor and bespoke packages are available tosuit any budget.Book your standnow to avoiddisappointment!Bronze SponsorsHospitality SuitesBooknowA hospitality suite provides both privacy and the ability to host your clients in a relaxed atmosphere, the perfect balancefor a professional and productive meeting. Please note there are only a limited number of rooms available!For further information on Sponsoring / Exhibiting or a Private Hospitality Suite please contactChristian David-Griffiths, Commercial Manager, on Tel: +44 (0) 20 7779 8915Fax: +44 (0) 20 7779 8946 • Email: cdavid-griffiths@euromoneyplc.com7