Ernst & Young is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. Worldwide, our 144,000 people are united by our shared values and an unwavering commitment to quality. We make a difference by helping our people, our clients and our wider communities achieve potential

www.ey.com

Sandvik is a high-technology, engineering group with advanced products and a world-leading positions within selected areas. Worldwide business activities are conducted through representation in more than 130 countries. In 2009 the Group had 44,000 employees and sales of approximately SEK 72 billion.

www.sandvik.com

American Appraisal, the world's only truly glocal valuation firm™ is a leading valuation and related services firm that provides expertise in all classifications of tangible and intangible assets. It is comprised of more than 900 employees, operating from major financial cities throughout Asia-Pacific, Europe, North and South America

www.american-appraisal.com

The Beijing Axis is a cross-border business bridge to/from China in three principal areas: Strategy, Sourcing and Investment. Since their establishment in 2002, they have successfully worked with many international and Chinese MNCs across various sectors and industries, with a core focus on the Chinese mining and natural resources sector and on China's burgeoning industrial and engineering sector. Their work is always cross-border – supporting international firms as they act in unfamiliar territory in China, or supporting Chinese firms as they venture out and 'go global' . They are committed to safety and sustainability, and their solutions emphasise 'actions and transactions'.

www.thebeijingaxis.com

Clyde & Co has some of the most experienced lawyers in the mining sector. It believes its experience in emerging and developing markets is unrivalled and its approach is practical. That is why it is repeatedly consulted by some of the world’s leading players in the mining industry.

www.clydeco.com

Hogan Lovells is a new law firm combining the breadth of business-oriented legal advice and high-quality service that clients have come to expect through working with its two founding firms – Hogan & Hartson and Lovells.  With over 2,500 lawyers operating out of more than 40 offices around the world, Hogan Lovells offers a unique, high quality transatlantic capability, with extensive reach into the world's financial and commercial centres.

www.hoganlovells.com

Mining Associates is a specialist minerals and energy consultancy based in Brisbane, Australia. Since 2003 it has built a reputation for delivering their clients services and outcomes that add value to their investments within Australia and internationally. The company has a highly experienced, dedicated team of professionals working with a global network of associates who bring in-depth personal experience to provide unique, multidisciplinary solutions.

www.miningassociates.com

Runge Limited (Runge) is a leader in the provision of technology products, consulting services, and training courses to the global mining industry, delivering solutions and services across a range of commodities

www.runge.com