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GV GOLD
GV Gold is one of the largest gold producers in Russia, holding the leading position both in terms of production
growth and productivity.
The holding comprises two exploration and two mining projects realized in four regions of Russia.
In 2007 the GV Gold produced over 100 000 oz Au at a total cash cost of 296 US$ per ounce. In 2008 GV Gold output is forecast at 130 000 oz Au.
The 2008-2017 Strategic Development Plan envisages production of 480 000 oz by 2016.
In the first half of 2009 the company is planning to list on London Stock Exchange.

http://www.gvgold.ru/



ARMZ
OJSC "Atomredmetzoloto" (ARMZ uranium holding) is consolidating all uranium assets in Russia and is realizing several projects in uranium mining abroad (in Kazakhstan). 100% of ARMZ uranium holding's shares are owned by Russian state company "Atomenergoprom" which itself is a part of Russian nuclear state corporation "Rosatom".

In 2007 ARMZ uranium holding has mined 3376 tons of uranium in Russia and 115 tons of uranium in Kazakhstan (on the Russian-Kazakhstan joint venture "Zarechnoye"). On the whole extraction of ARMZ uranium holding in the last year is total 3491 tons that is 9% of world extraction of this metal.

The raw material base of the ARMZ uranium holding's main projects is 670 000 tons (14% of world uranium resources). In Russia ARMZ uranium holding plans to increase the extraction up to 15 000 tons per year by 2024, not taking into account the projects abroad. Russian uranium company considers a good perspective to develop the cooperation in uranium mining in such countries as Ukraine, Armenia, Mongolia and Canada. In 2007 company has signed an agreement with one of the world leading companies in uranium mining – Canadian Cameco of creating joint ventures both in Russia and Canada.

Successful implementation of its plans will ensure ARMZ uranium holding the leading place among the uranium mining companies in 10-15 years.

http://www.armz.ru



ARLAN
Nvestment Company Arlan accomplishes investment projects in various spheres of economics in Russia and the CIS. Deep understanding of the risks typical for the Russian market, ability to manage such risks, promptness in decision-making enabled Arlan to successfully accomplish investment projects in the fields of metallurgy, real estate, extraction and production of non-ferrous metals and nonmetallic raw materials over 16 years.
The mission of IC Arlan is to become a leading private equity manager in the investment segment of between $500 mln and $1 billion and to provide investors with: high internal rate of return, diversified portfolio of investment projects, building of effective management system in portfolio companies.
Our goal is a multiple increase of capitalization of portfolio companies by means of improving the quality of their business performance, improving the management system, increasing the level of management professionalism, disposing of non-core assets, attracting additional financing as well as involvement of strategic partners into the project.

http://en.arlan.ru



Metso Minerals
Metso Minerals is the global leader in solutions for rock and minerals processing and metal recycling. The company's expertise is based on over a century of experience, and today's industry-leading solutions embrace the latest technology and an extensive service and aftersales offering. Solutions cover a very wide range of industries, including:
Construction and civil engineering Mining and industrial minerals, and Metals and demolition waste recycling.
Our know-how covers everything from individual machines – such as crushers, grinding mills, conveyors, and components – to complete systems and turnkey installations, and is complemented by a comprehensive range of installation and commissioning services, operational support, and training, together with wear parts and maintenance.
Metso Minerals combines an extensive portfolio of brands, including such renowned names as Nordberg, Lokotrack, Barmac, Trellex, Skega, Lindemann, Texas Shredder, Flexowell, and Svedala.

http://www.metsominerals.com



ALS Chemex
ALS Chemex is the mineral division of ALS Laboratory Group, a premier mineral laboratory organization in the world and a trustworthy name in the field of geochemical and mineral analysis, providing analysis for highest integrity and accuracy. In China, we now offer multi-elements analysis and precious metals fire assay with various geological samples through our Guangzhou mineral laboratory, which is an integrated part of our global services network and run under our global quality system.

http://www.alsglobal.com



Leyshon
Leyshon has been established in China for over 3 years and is focused on becoming the country's next foreign gold producer.
With its main operating office in Beijing the company is fully engaged in China. Its Chairman, Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer all live and work in the country and over 80% of its employees are Mandarin speaking.
Construction of the Zheng Guang gold zinc project is scheduled to commence in early 2008. The development will be the first ever Sino Foreign owned gold mine in the mineral rich province of Heilongjiang and once in full production it will be one of China's largest gold mines.
The project benefits from exceptional infrastructure as it is located within a well established coal and copper mining community with rail, power, water and mining contractor services immediately available.

http://www.leyshonresources.com



Western Prospector Group Ltd.



Dragon Mountain Gold

http://www.dragonmountain.com.au



Eldorado Gold
Eldorado Gold Corporation with headquarters in Vancouver Canada is an international gold producing company active in development and exploration. Our shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol “ELD” and on The American Stock Exchange “EGO”. Eldorado is on the S&P TSX Gold Index and on the Amex HUI Index. The company's capitalization value is about C$: 2,172,000,000. ( RMB15,570,000,000) on 28, Jan. of 2008.

http://www.eldoradogold.com


John T. Boyd
John T. Boyd Company (Mining and Geological Consultants) is one of the largest independent consulting firms in the world exclusively serving the coal, mineral, utility, power and financial related industries. We have established four offices in Beijing, China; Brisbane, Australia; Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, USA; and Denver, Colorado, USA. We are knowledgeable of listing requirements of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong, London Stock Exchange, and NI 43-101 (Canadian Requirements), JORC Code, US Securities and Exchange Rules, etc. BOYD has worked with and/or for virtually all of the major international banks. Please visit our website www.jtboyd.com for additional details.

http://www.jtboyd.com



Mincosilver

http://www.mincosilver.ca/s/Home.asp

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