Renaud Berne

Ambatovy Joint-Venture

Ambatovy is a major industrial operation mining and refining nickel and cobalt in Madagascar. We are the largest investment in the country's history, and are positioned to become the world's biggest lateritic nickel mine. We have a very complex operation that permits the production of high-quality nickel and cobalt, which is 99.9% pure. OUR MISSION : Together in Madagascar, we sustainably deliver value, producing high quality nickel and cobalt. OUR VISION: To be recognized as the world's most successful nickel laterite operation in the world. OUR VALUES: Respect, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence OPERATIONS & PRODUCTS: We are designed to produce 60,000t of refined nickel and 5,600t of refined cobalt annually. SUSTAINABILITY: Operating in a biodiversity hotspot, Ambatovy Joint-Venture has invested heavily both in the social contribution and environmental protection. We are committed to complying with the strictest environmental standards, including the IFC Performance Standards and the Equator Principles. Ambatovy Joint-Venture emphasizes strategic investments in education, agriculture, and health programs designed to improve the lives of those affected by our operations. To maximize the economic benefits for our communities and country, we adhere to a buy locally, hire locally policy. QUICK FACTS: - Partners: Sumitomo Corp and Korea Mine Rehabilitation and Mineral Resources Corporation (KOMIR) - Locations: Mine in Moramanga (100 km east of Antananarivo) connected by a 220 km Pipeline to the Processing Plant in Toamasina (east coast of Madagascar). - Products: Refined Nickel and Cobalt, Ammonium sulphate (bi-product) - Workforce: +3,700 direct and +7,800 contractor employees. We are Madagascar's largest private employer. To learn more about us, please visit www.ambatovy.com or find us on Facebook (Ambatovy Joint-Venture) or Twitter (@AmbatovyJV).