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2010 METHANEX CORPORATION

METHANEX CORPORATIONMethanex Corporation

global methanol leader

www.methanex.com


METHANEX CORPORATIONMETHANEX CORPORATION

Business Overview

Our Global Competitive Advantage

We believe a key component of our competitive advantage is derived from successful execution of all elements of our reliable and seamless global supply chain

A Methanex customer anywhere in the world can expect the secure supply of methanol supported by the following elements:

› Responsible Care

› Global Presence and Leadership

› Reliable Production Assets

› World-Class Customer Service

› Expansive Terminals and Shipping

› Robust Value Chain

› Leading People Practices


METHANEX CORPORATION

Responsible CareResponsible Care

As an Industry Leader we ensure that -

Responsible Care is a key element of our Corporate Strategy

The Methanexperience

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Our overall Goals are to:› Apply the highest standards of excellence to

Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) in the communities where we work and wherever we do business on land or at sea

› Set the standards and share our Responsible Care values with employees, customers, and partners

› Participate in, and improve, the quality of life in communities where we do business

Methanex is committed to doing the right thing and finding the right balance amongst the triple bottom lines - People, Planet, Profit.

Responsible Care provides a basis in our Corporate Strategy to attain this balance.



Successfully implementing Responsible Care within the whole value chain remains a Key Challenge

Responsible Care is Critical to the Success of Every Business in our Industry


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via our Manufacturing Manufacturing Responsible Care ElementsResponsible Care Elements

Process Safety & Risk MinimizationSecurityPreventive MaintenanceManagement of ChangeEmployee H&S and Behavioural SafetyPollution PreventionCommunity Emergency Response & Dialogue

The MethanexperienceOur Customers Get the Benefits

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We provide you with:

› A highly reputable Supply Partner

› Best-in-class reliability

› High quality product

› HSE performance that meet your HSE expectations & goals for suppliers




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via our LogisticsLogisticsResponsible Care ElementsResponsible Care Elements

3rd Party Terminal Assessment (CDI-T/OCIMF)3rd Party Vessel Assessment (CDI-M)HSE in Logistics Solutions (Barge/Truck/Rail/Pipeline)Methanol Safe Handling Materials Tailored Seminars for your Logistics ContractorsPartnership on Preventive Maintenance Route Risk Assessments Community Emergency Response Support and Liaison

We help you:› Reduce risks in supply

chain operations

› Innovate, select & manage best-fit logistics service providers/options

› Educate to prevent incidents

› Attain HSE compliance & enhance performance

› Gain support & trust of the public and govt



via our Product StewardshipProduct StewardshipResponsible Care Elements Responsible Care Elements

Dedicated Expert Support from our Marketing Offices3rd Party Terminal Assessment (CDI-T/OCIMF)Assessment of Methanol Receiving & Storage Facilities Methanol Safe Handling Materials Tailored Seminars for your Employees & DownstreamPartnership on Preventive Maintenance New Plant / Expansion Knowledge TransferSupport for Public Acceptance of Existing/New UsesCommunity Emergency Response Support and Liaison


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Our Customers Get the Benefits

We help you:› Identify & minimize risks

from methanol handling › Assess & improve HSE

level of your owned / contracted methanol receiving & storage facilities

› Educate to prevent incidents on your sites

› Innovate new uses & their safe handling

› Build HSE rapport with the public and govt




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via our End-of-LifeEnd-of-LifeResponsible Care ElementsResponsible Care Elements Proper Treatment/Disposal of Samples & SlopsProper Decommissioning/Mothballing of Facilities

and our Other Umbrella & Extra MileOther Umbrella & Extra MileResponsible Care Elements Responsible Care Elements Community Dialogue & Advisory PanelSocial Responsibility (SR) GoalsSocial Investment ProgramTransparency from yearly RC&SR Report

We help you:

› Ensure samples & slops are treated & disposed of in accordance with applicable legislation & regulations

› Safeguard your company reputation by responsible practices in communities we own assets or service you




1 Assessment & Improvement of Customers’ Methanol Receiving & Storage Facilities

Partnering with You – Examples of Support Project

2 Railcar Preventive Maintenance (PM) Program

3 Product Safe Handling Seminars for Biodiesel / Methanol Fuels ManufacturersWe did:We did:

Regularly hold free methanol safety seminars in all of our business regions for customers, end-users & emergency responders. Our seminars are estimated to reach, on average, over 50 companies and some 500 individuals each year world-wide.

Customers benefited: Customers benefited: By increased awareness and alertness to reduce potential methanol incidents. The knowledge transfer enabled customers, their contractors & downstream users to understand & manage their risks more effectively, thereby improved overall HSE awareness in the industry.

We did:We did: Developed an award-winning PM Program by partner-ing with customers, workshops & rail companies that targets railcar equipment & operational issues which may lead to “non-accidental releases” (NAR) or spills. Since 2008, ~200 railcars went through the Program.

Customers benefited:Customers benefited: By the significant reduction in the number of cases and volume of NARs in the product loading, transport & unloading operations. This significantly decreased the risks & associated costs of pollution, prosecution & fines, as well as improved company reputation.

We did:We did: Offered free assessment & knowledge exchange to customers for their owned or contracted methanol handling facilities & practices using our specialized assessment that combines key elements from the CDI-T best standard & Methanex internal requirements.

Customers benefited:Customers benefited: By the identification of risks and opportunities for their methanol handling facilities and practices using our specialized assessment aligned with international best practice. Knowledge transfer enabled customers to manage existing risks & build further growth capacity.



The MethanexperienceEnhancing Your Company’s Competitiveness & Growth – Responsible Care Business Value

• Safeguarded / Enhanced Company Reputation

• Assured Association with Trustworthy Corporate Citizen / Good Neighbour

• Improved HSE Transparency enabling Public & Government Trust and Relations

• Enhanced Share Price for Long-term Growth

› Attracts institutional funds with Socially Responsible Investment (SRI) regime

› FTSE4Good; Dow Jones Sustainability Index

• Enhanced Staff Moral & Talents Retention

• Reduced Business Risks & Cost Implications

• Lowered Insurance Premium



Recent US Industry Statistics – US Businesses’ Spending on IncidentsRecent US Industry Statistics – US Businesses’ Spending on Incidents

Incident TypesIncident Types Aspect of Business Aspect of Business ImpactsImpacts

Equivalent $ Equivalent $ Cost Cost EstimatesEstimates

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Occupational injuries & illnesses

Overall associated costs ~US$170 billion ~US$170 billion each year each year

American Industrial Hygiene Association, OSHA

Non-fatal workplace injuries

6 million workers affected each year (leading to lost time, temporary or permanent restricted work; replacement)

Over US$125 billionOver US$125 billion each yeareach year

US OSHA (2004)

Workplace injuries & illnesses

Lost productivity ~US$60 billion~US$60 billion each yeareach year

US OSHA (2004)

Occupational deaths & injuries in 2004

Lost production time of 120 million days in 2004

~~US$142.2 billionUS$142.2 billion in 2004

National Safety Council (2004)

On-the-job injuries Workers’ wage payments & medical costs

~US$50.8 billion~US$50.8 billion in 2003

Liberty Mutual (2003)

Off-the-job injuries Immediate lost production time of 165 million days165 million days in 2004; Projected to 420 million 420 million daysdays of future loss

- National Safety Council (2004)

How Responsible Care can Save your Company’s Business Costs




› Your supply chain & product sustainability is our priority – Your company HSE expectations, goals, reputation & brand are also our Responsible Care priorities

› You are promised our Responsible Care Commitment backed by solid actions, proven results & external recognition

› You will find us as a Partner you can Trust

› You will be delivered Peace-of-mind by our seasoned team

› Your feedback is of utmost importance – Genuine sharing and the spirit of continual improvement form the basis of our Responsible Care program

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Responsible Care Company of the Year [North America 2010]Social Responsibility Company of the Year [Chile 2008]BNSF Railroad Stewardship Award [North America 2009]UP Railroad Pinnacle Award [North America 2009]CP Railroad Shipper Safety Award [North America 2009]

We are Here for You

We believe our Responsible Care program sets us & our customers apart from competitors

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