Reinforcing our commitment to innovation and excellence

Stronger Together

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Table Of Contents

Introducing CHC 04

CHC Fast Facts 06

A Proud History 10

The Way We Operate 12

Global Opportunities 14

Awards and Accreditations 16

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We’ve built a reputation for engineering projects that are woven into the way of life of millions across the globe.Iconic bridges and structures. Landmark buildings and developments.Leading-edge environmental systems.

We’ve connected commuters via ribbons of multilane highways, efficient mass rapid transit networks and advanced high speed railways.

And now, under a new corporate banner, we are even stronger together.

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Continental Holdings Corporation Weaving our individual strengths together

Continental Holdings Corporation (CHC) is a publicly listed holding company with a proud track record of engineering, construction and project development on the global stage.

Continental Holdings Corporation was incorporated in April, 2010 following the restructuring of the former Continental Engineering Corporation, a well-recognized brand of the construction and development industry for over six decades. To meet the growing demands and diversities of international markets, the evolution of each individual business unit has led to the restructuring of CEC’s operations into different member companies, by allowing each entity to play its individual strengths in its specific market.

CHC business units operate in four major business areas:

Civil Construction

Including highways and roads, tunnels, bridges, mass rapid transit systems, high speed rail systems and complex civil structures.

Building Construction

Including commercial and office buildings, skyscrapers, factories, industrial warehouses, residential housing, arenas and sports stadiums.

Real Estate Development

Including residential housing, commercial developments and leasing, new community development, commercial property development and management.

Environmental Project Development

Including water purification, wastewater treatment, sewage systems and waste treatment.

CHC’s role is to provide a solid foundation that both empowers the growth and development of each member company and enhances their professional expertise and competitive capabilities. With a focus on exceeding customer expectations and building shareholder value, CHC is structured to provide strategic vision and leadership, a firm financial foundation, and integrated management resources to ensure the success of the member companies.

Given the depth of engineering, construction and development expertise of our member companies, we actively encourage the sharing of skills and experiences across the group. This gives each business unit a unique advantage in the competitive and ever-evolving marketplace. More importantly, it empowers the units to offer customers more innovative, flexible and cost-effective solutions.

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Real Estate Development Continental Development Corporation – Taiwan CEC Commercial Development Corporation – Taiwan

Environmental Project Development Hsin Dar Environment Corporation – Taiwan North Shore Corporation – Taiwan Fu Da Construction Corporation – Taiwan

• Recent notable projects include: (In alphabetical order)

Bangalore Metro Rail Project (India) “Bridge up to Zenith” Residential Complex (Taiwan) Danshui Area Sewer System (Taiwan) Delhi Metro Rail Project (India) Hyderabad-Bangalore National Highway (India) Hyderabad City Outer Ring Road (India) Min Sheng East Road Office Tower (Taiwan) Nassau Arawak Cay Port (USA) San Francisco Oakland Bay - Self-Anchored Suspension Bridge (USA) Tagus River Bridge-Rail Deck (USA) Taipei Mass Rapid Transit (Taiwan) Taiwan High Speed Rail (Taiwan) Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport Access MRT System (Taiwan) “The Village” Residential Villa Complex (Taiwan) Woodrow Wilson Bridge Bascule Spans (USA)

CHC Fast Facts

• Continental Holdings Corporation (CHC) is publicly listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TSE 3703).

• CHC traces its origins back to 1945, when our visionary founder, Mr. Glyn T. H. Ing, incorporated Continental Engineering Corporation.

• Capital: US$ 288.8 million

• Head Office: Continental Holdings Corporation 23F, No.95 Dun Hua S. Road, Sec. 2, Taipei 106, Taiwan

Tel: +886-2-3701-2000 Fax: +886-2-3701-2999 www.continental-holdings.com

• Member companies under CHC operate domestically and globally as follows:

Civil & Building Construction Continental Engineering Corporation – Taiwan, India, Hong Kong (projects across Southeast Asia and Middle East) American Bridge Company – USA (projects across the Americas and Norway) CEC International Corporation (India) Private Limited – India

Photo by Taiwan High Speed Rail Corporation

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We operate in different fields, in different circumstances and on different continents. However, there is a proud history and a common set of values that are woven into the way we do business - values that empower us today and guide ustowards the future with strength and confidence.

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Global associates

In 1989, CEC gained unmatched access to markets in the Americas with a strategic investment in American Bridge Holding Company (ABHC) - the holding company of American Bridge Company, American Bridge Manufacturing, American Bridge International and American Dock and Transfer.

Founded in 1900, American Bridge has a storied history and a portfolio of some of the world’s most notable bridges. These include the San Francisco – Oakland Bay bridge, New York’s Verrazano-Narrows bridge, The Chesapeake Bay Bridge – the longest continuous over-water steel structure, and Venezuela’s Orinoco bridge - the longest suspension bridge in South America.

Beyond bridges, the company’s landmark structures include:• Empire State and Chrysler buildings in New York City• Willis Tower and John Hancock Center in Chicago • Two of the world’s largest volume buildings: - Boeing 747 Assembly Building in Washington State - Vehicle Assembly Building, Kennedy Space Center, Florida

Based on its extensive engineering experience, American Bridge targets projects that require a high level of technical sophistication. With the cross-sharing of construction experience and technology between American Bridge and CHC member companies, the group as a whole is greatly strengthened.

Corporate genesis

It all goes back to 1941, when Mr. Glyn T.H. Ing, a visionary civil engineer, founded a construction business in Chongquing, China. The company relocated to Shanghai in 1945. Renamed Continental Engineering Corporation (CEC), it participated in post-war reconstruction and development projects.

In 1948, the company was reestablished in Taipei, Taiwan, where it flourished and grew into the global player it is now. CEC has played a leading role in Taiwan’s infrastructure development, including the construction of major highways, tunnels, bridges, power plants and buildings. More recently, the company is proud to have participated in Taipei’s acclaimed MRT projects and the groundbreaking, 345 km high speed railway project that brings unrivaled mobility to over 90% of Taiwan’s population. The company’s connection to the project was strengthened when CEC’s Chairman, Ms. Nita Ing, was appointed Chairman of Taiwan High Speed Rail Corporation – the body overseeing the world’s largest BOT project.

CEC has also been highly active in commercial, industrial and residential real estate development. The growth of this arm of the business led to it being spun off in 2010 as a new entity named Continental Development Corporation (CDC).

Since the 1960s, CEC has focused on expanding its operations internationally, including Hong Kong, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and India. Due to the importance of its business on the Indian subcontinent, CEC International Corporation (INDIA) Private Limited (CICI), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CEC, was established in 2005.

A Proud HistoryThreading its way through six decades of achievements

While Continental Holdings Corporation is a relatively new entity, our member companies have a rich history and a strong foundation for future growth and accomplishments. We are recognized in many fields for our depth of experience and innovative solutions in respond to the challenges presented by our clients.

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Threading excellence into everything we do

We work in a business that demands precision and specialized skills. There is no room for error. As a world-class construction and development company, we meet, and strive to exceed, world-class standards of excellence. Member companies lead the industry in attaining ISO 9001 and OHSAS 18001 accreditation. Using an exclusive Performance Measurement Model, our executive teams formulate and measure strategies and performance goals aimed at continuous improvements in efficiency, customer service and quality.

Innovating our way to the future

In an industry that thrives on creative solutions to physical challenges, CHC member companies have built an enviable reputation for innovation and technical skills. Our R&D investments and a culture for continuous innovation have led to the development of numerous industry firsts. These attributes have benefitted CHC, its member companies, and the civil engineering, construction and real estate development industries as a whole.For example, we developed a new Shield Tunneling Method, complex construction structures, energy conservation and environmental engineering technologies and specialized bridge erection and rehabilitation equipment.

This R&D commitment will only increase in the future, as we push towards new levels of integration, automation and environmental solutions. In addition, our push into developing

The Way We OperatePutting our combined strengths to work

The reputation and value of CHC is directly tied to the values that we weave into everything we do. By championing integrity, innovation, quality and high caliber human resources, we give real meaning to our philosophy of honouring customers and enhancing professionalism.

We take great pride in our people

CHC member companies employ over 2,000 people in different fields and on different continents. Our people are our lifeblood and we go out of our way to hire the right people and provide a working environment that builds loyalty, company pride, mutual respect and career path growth and attainment.

Aside from regular training, we place great emphasis on mentorship, where senior people share their skills and experience on an ongoing basis. We place great emphasis on hiring qualified staff through conscientious recruiting procedures, and also develop core competency systems in training and appraisal activities.

A heritage of the highest standards

Our member companies work on significant construction and development projects that touch the lives of millions of people. Our clients range from national and local governments, to city authorities and public and private enterprises. At this level of business, integrity and trust are as important as the talents we bring to each project.

With integrity come credibility and a priceless reputation in a less than perfect world. It is a way of doing business established by our founder and proudly adhered to today by the executives who carry on his legacy. With integrity comes an inner strength to face and conquer all challenges. It is a way of operating that brings out our best in engineering innovation and building quality.

markets will present new engineering, construction and development challenges – challenges that our R&D people see only as opportunities.

Structured to be stronger together

Continental Holdings Corporation was established to support and strengthen the companies that develop independently and significantly under its umbrella. It represents the first step in a bold new vision for a flexible structure that promotes our common values as well as the effective management of CHC and its member companies. This cross-pollination will empower the individual companies to increase their ultimate value to their customers and shareholders.

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Global OpportunitiesOur experience knows no bounds

With our investment in American Bridge and the extension of our operations in India, Southeast Asia and the Middle East, Continental Holdings Corporation is intercontinental in scope and presence. A position made possible by interweaving the strength of our new corporate structure with decades of infrastructure experience and R&D investment.

Stronger on the global stage

Since CEC expanded its operations in India in 2005, its subsidiary company, CEC International Corporation (India) Private Limited (CICI), has engaged in projects ranging from mass rapid transportation systems and highways to railways and factory buildings. CEC has also opened an office in Hong Kong and is actively developing its markets across Southeast Asia and the Middle East.

This experience will prove invaluable as CEC looks to expand its overseas business in emerging countries, where there’s a great demand and opportunity for infrastructure development. Similarly, American Bridge will use its unrivaled expertise in constructing complex structures to continue building its business across the Americas as well as the Norway.

Wherever we choose to operate in the future, we’ll take with us the values that have served us so well in the past – integrity, quality, innovation and respect for our people and customers. By living up to our values, we stand out as a global player and competitor.

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Taiwan High Speed Rail

Recent Awards & AccreditationsBuilding our reputation with peer recognition

CEC led the industry in attaining ISO 9001:2000 certification in 2003. By 2009, this was upgraded to ISO 9000:2008 standards.

In 2006, CEC became the first large-scale Taiwanese company to receive OHSAS 18001:1999 certification. By 2009, this was upgraded to OHSAS 18001:2007 standards.

Project CP265C, a sub-project of the Taipei MRT, received the Public Construction Golden Quality Award from the Public Construction Commission, Executive Yuan (an executive branch of the Taiwan government).

“The Village” residential villa complex development received the Taiwan Real Estate Excellence Association Award for “Best Construction Quality for a New Community”in 2006.

“Bridge Up to Zenith” residential complex project received the Taiwan Real Estate Association Excellence Award for “Best Planning & Design in Residential Development.”

Guangyinshan Tunnel Project won 2008 Outstanding Tunnel Engineering Award from the Chinese Taipei Tunneling Association in 2008.

CEC awarded the Silver Medal for Construction Technology Automation for developing a steel caisson used in deep foundation excavations in special soil conditions.

“Bridge Up to Zenith” residential complex

“The Village” villa complex

Chesapeake Bay Bridge

Dongshih – Chiayi Highway/Bridge Project E607, CEC received the Public Construction Golden Safety Medal from the Council of Labour Affairs, Executive Yuan (an executive branch of the Taiwan government) in 2008.

Chesapeake Bay Bridge Replacement and Rehabilitation Project received the American Concrete Institution Award for Excellence in Concrete Construction in 2010.

The Taiwan High Speed Rail was awarded first prize for Outstanding Civil Engineering Project by the Asian Civil Engineering Coordinating Council. CEC is one of the lead contractors on the project in 2010.

Project CU02, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport Access MRT System received the Excellent Public Construction award for promoting labour safety and health in 2010 from the Council of Labour Affairs, Executive Yuan (an executive branch of the Taiwan government).

Weaving innovation and excellence around the world

Member Companies

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A high speed rail system that connects communities 300 km apart at 300 km per hour.A multilane highway that sweeps across the countryside, fords rivers and bores through mountains. An eco-friendly development that enhances a community’s lifestyle and comfort in the city.A waste disposal system that brings new environmental standards to 200,000 people.An eight-lane expressway ringing Hyderabad City. The world’s longest self-anchored suspension bridge linking San Francisco to Oakland.Projects of member companies benefit millions around the world.

Taiwan High Speed Rail Station ( Taichung, Taiwan )Photo by Taiwan High Speed Rail Corporation

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Continental Engineering Corporation 02

Continental Development Corporation 16

American Bridge Company 26

CEC International Corporation (INDIA) 38

Hsin Dar Environment Corporation 46

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Weaving our Strengthsinto global engineering achievements

An international player

In the 1960s CEC began to expand its operations overseas, leading to operations in Hong Kong, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and India. In 1989, the company made a strategic investment in the American Bridge Holding Company (ABHC) in the United States, substantially expanding the company’s presence in key international markets.

Engineering on a grand scale

Infrastructure construction is CEC’s core business, with numerous highways, tunnels, bridges, mass rapid transit and high-speed rail projects attesting to the company’s experience with complex and challenging projects. Chief among these are Taiwan’s first two national freeways, as well as the acclaimed Taiwan High Speed Rail system and the Taipei MRT network.

Building communities and commerce

CEC has a depth of building construction experience covering everything from residential housing and community development to hotels, hospitals, office buildings, industrial factories, landmark skyscrapers and specialized installations.

CEC fulfills the needs of its wide client base with an ever-evolving range of services, an exceptional customer orientation, the creation of value and delivering projects on time and of a quality expected from a world-class construction firm.

From humble beginnings to building on the world stage

Continental Engineering Corporation (CEC) is widely recognized as one of Taiwan’s prominent civil infrastructure and building contractors specializing in major public infrastructure projects and private-sector construction.

CEC operates internationally in the global marketplace - a focus that will play an increasingly important role in the future of the company.

A national treasure

The company traces its origins back to 1945 when our visionary founder, Mr. Glyn T. H. Ing incorporated Continental Engineering Corporation. The company’s early years coincided with turbulent times in China, but despite the challenges, CEC continued to build its business and reputation.

After relocating to Taipei in 1948 from China, CEC engaged extensively in national infrastructure projects across Taiwan, including power plants, highways, tunnels, bridges, mass-transit systems, and government installations and factories.

Bih-tan Bridge ( Taipei, Taiwan )

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Connecting Taiwan’s most important urban centres

The high speed rail line runs the length of Taiwan’s western corridor, where the bulk of the country’s socio-economic activities are concentrated. It effectively links 14 cities and 77 towns into an integrated megalopolis, bringing a dynamic and progressive new lifestyle to over 90% of the country’s 23 million citizens.

CEC delivers groundbreaking construction solutions

As part of the 5 initial companies of the Taiwan High Speed Rail Consortium, Continental Engineering Corporation played a important role in the building of two key stations, plus the bridges, tunnels, viaducts and earthworks of a challenging, 80 km section of the line. One of the tunnels, the 7.4 km Paghuashan Tunnel, is the longest on the entire High Speed Rail line.

Crossing three active earthquake faults and a difficult, sub-tropical terrain, the Taiwan High Speed Rail is a magnificent engineering achievement. The section constructed by CEC was perhaps the most challenging of all, traversing through mountainous areas with dense forests and deep ravines.

Taiwan High Speed Rail Projects ( Taichung-Chiayi, Kaohsiung, Taiwan )

Transforming Taiwan at 300 km/hCEC is proud to have made a significant contribution to the development and operation of the world’s largest Build, Operate and Transfer (BOT) project – the 345 km high speed rail network connecting Taipei in the north and Kaohsiung in the south, valued at US$ 17 billion.

Zuoying Station

Taichung Wuri Station

The innovative station design featured a substructure of reinforced concrete pile foundations, a steel reinforced concrete superstructure and a steel truss/stainless steel panel roof structure.

CEC was responsible for a 14 km route through the Paghuashan Mountain region, requiring 13 bridges, 7 tunnels and massive earthworks.

This 42 km long high speed rail elevated bridge was mainly built using a full span precast launching method. The standard viaduct features a pre-stressed concrete box girder superstructure. It also included some segments with a nonstandard span. These required different construction methods, such as in-site balanced-cantilever construction and onsite shoring steel composite bridge work.

Photo by Taiwan High Speed Rail Corporation

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Paghuashan Tunnel of Taiwan High Speed Rail ( Changhua, Taiwan )

Taking on the Paghuashan MountainsOne of the most impressive sections of the Taiwan High Speed Rail is the work covered by Project C260. CEC, in a joint venture with a European partner took on this challenging section that required 13 bridges, massive earthworks and 7 tunnels – including the landmark Paghuashan Tunnel.

CEC was up to the challenge

Excavating through a gravel terrain, the two track tunnel was constructed using the New Austrian Tunneling Method (NATM). Excavation work ensured minimum harmful loosening of the adjacent groundmass.

Three headings were used to excavate the tunnel face – top heading, bench and invert. The tunnel has a full-face area of 132 m2, with a maximum overburden of 260 meters.

Tunnel construction began in April 2001 and was fully operational by April 2005. CEC is most proud of the fact that the project was completed two months ahead of schedule, adding significantly to the progress of the THSR project.

These tunnels in Paghuashan area are one of the highlights of the 345 km Taipei to Kaohsiung journey.

Close up view of the Paguashan tunnel.

Paghuashan Tunnel Cross Section Diagram

A supreme tunneling achievement

The design and construction of the Paghuashan Tunnel was the most critical phase of the C260 project. With no other options available other than to bore through a 7.4 km section of the Paghuashan Mountains, the tunnel was not just the longest of the C260 project, it was the longest tunnel constructed on the entire 345 km high speed rail line.

MAINTENANCE RESERVATION

EMERGENCY WALKWAY

CABLE TROUGH

WATER RETAININGREINFORCED CONCRETE

TUNNEL

INSULATION CLEARANCE

KINEMATIC ENVELOPE

SAFTY AREA

SPRING LINE

FLEECE AND WATERPROOFING MEMBRANCE VAULT

OUTER JOINT WATERSTOP

Photo by Taiwan High Speed Rail Corporation

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Taipei MRT System Projects ( Taipei, Taiwan )

One of the finest metropolitan mass transportation systems in the worldEvery day, over 1.4 million Metropolitan Taipei commuters rely on The Taipei Rapid Transit System, or Taipei Metro, to connect to their lives and livelihoods. And CEC’s construction made an important contribution to the system.

Showcasing CEC’s engineering skills

With project responsibility for 13 MRT commuter stations and two depots, CEC had a leading role in the various consortia for the construction of several MRT projects. The projects breakdown are as follows:

Project CB 420Wenshan-Neihu Line – Dazhi Station and 5,901 meters long, twin-bored, precast reinforced concrete (RC) lined tunnel constructed beneath the Songshan Airport, National Highway #1 and the Keelung River.

Project CD 550Tucheng Line – Fuzhong Station, Far Eastern Hospital Station, Haishan Station, Tucheng Station, Yongning Station and Tucheng Depot. Work included two underground RC stations, steel structure Depot and three tunnels constructed using Shield Tunneling and Cut & Cover methods.

CEC’s role covered structural work, build-up and tunneling. This includes integrating the track works, electronic/maintenance(E/M) facility including water supply and lighting system as well as E/M system for Electric Multiple Unit (6 trains / 36 cars), power supply, communication, and Depot equipment.

A significant milestone in Taipei’s development

Operating in one of the most densely populated cities in the world, the 9-line, 93-station MRT has consistently been rated as one of the top metro transit systems in the world by the Nova International Railway Benchmarking Group and the Community of Metros (Nova/CoMET).

Its hub-and-spoke layout covers over 100 km of revenue track and has been highly effective in relieving traffic congestion. It has helped to encourage urban renewal and infrastructure growth, weaving together the city’s various neighbourhoods and increasing tourism to Taipei’s outlying areas. The system is currently being extended to link the city to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport.

Project CP261 Banqiao Line – Banqiao Station, Longshan Temple Station and 3,297 meters long, precast RC lined, twin-bored tunnel constructed using two shield TBM.

Project CN256Nangang Line – Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall Station and 1,920 meters long, precast RC lined, twin-bored tunnel constructed using Shield Tunneling Method.

Project CR580AXinyi Line – Daan Station, Daan Forest Park Station, plus 317 meters of cut and cover underground pocket track, and 4,104 meters long shield tunnels.

The underground station work included civil construction, electric and mechanical equipment, environment control system, elevators and escalators.

Project CU02Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport Access MRT System – 4 underground 2 level RC stations including structural works of 3 station, 1 station for architectural work and cut & cover tunnel structural work.

Through the B1 concourse level of Banqiao Station, passengers can conveniently transfer to Taiwan Rail and Taiwan High Speed Rail.

A total length of 3,392 meters of tunnel was constructed in Tucheng Line using Shield Tunneling and Cut & Cover methods.

Banqiao Station is located within the prosperous “Banqiao New Station Special District” that has emerges as the CBD of New Taipei City.

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Bih-tan Bridge and Hsin Tien Tunnel ( Taipei, Taiwan )

There’s no stopping this freewayTwo parallel structures, each supporting three lanes of highway, sweep over the Hsin Tien River and then bore into the Lion’s Head Mountain. CEC was responsible for this feat of construction that is both breathtaking and brilliant.

A standard-setting infrastructure development

Bih-tan Bridge – Pre-stressed concrete, continuous box girder, three span arch bridge. North-bound 982 meters in length and 16.35 meters in width. South-bound 949 meters in length and 16.35 meters in width. The 160 meters main span holds and supports the entire bridge across the Hsin Tien River.

Hsin Tien Tunnel – Three-lanes in both north-bound (503 meters in length) and south-bound (521 meters in length) tunnels, 125 m2 of tunnel cross section, bored using a drill and blast method. Features steel ribs, rock anchor, wire mesh, shotcrete for the primary lining, cast-in-place RC for the secondary lining.

The bridge carries 3 lanes of highway in each direction. A vital connection to the south of Taipei.

The three span, arched Bih-tan Bridge comprises two parallel pre-stressed concrete structures.

This area of the Hsin Tien River at south of Taipei is well loved as a recreational area for boating and water sports.

A dramatic view of a magnificent construction accomplishment across the Hsin Tien River and into Lion’s Head Mountain.

Engineered to keep Taipei moving

In 1997, CEC completed the Bih-tan Bridge and Hsin Tien Tunnel V Project for the Taiwan Area National Expressway Engineering Bureau, Ministry of Transportation and Communications. A vital part of the Taiwan Second Freeway in the south of Taipei, it was designed to offer commuters an alternative north-south route along Taiwan’s western corridor. The new freeway features at least three traffic lanes on each side along its length, and a speed limit of 110 km/h.

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A striking office tower becomes a Taipei landmark

When completed in 1998, the building was the first in Taiwan to feature an exoskeleton structure. The hexagonal exoskeletons and exposed concrete pillars allow the building to stand as a complete glass box with unobstructed corners.

Constructed using structural steel, architectural concrete, aluminum panels, granite and grey tinted insulating glass. Min Sheng East Road Office Tower has an inherent strength and a natural unpretentious look that exactly captures the spirit of CEC.

Min Sheng East Road Office Tower ( Taipei, Taiwan )

More than a headquarters, a showcaseAs Taiwan’s most respected construction firm, building a new headquarters presented a unique challenge. The tower had to both house our talent and showcase our talent by featuring an innovative design and advanced construction methods. The tower was home to CEC’s headquarters until 2004.

In 2000, the building received the Excellence in Structural Engineering (EISE) Award from The Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC).

The 13-story premium office tower served as CEC’s headquarters until 2004.

Exposed concrete pillars and hexagonal structural steel exoskeletons are the stand-out architectural features of this building.

The spacious, flowing lines of the naturally bright lobby are complemented by the openness of the waffled ceiling.

An architectural landmark of Taipei on Min Sheng East Road.

The beauty behind the glass box

The steel reinforced concrete (SRC) structure rises 13 stories above Taipei’s bustling Min Sheng East Road thoroughfare. A 4-story parking basement brings the total floor area to over 17, 572 m2.

The main structure consists of 8 steel reinforced concrete main columns that extended along the exterior of the building until 13th floor, where the SRC columns are transformed into pure steel columns, creating a lighter weight load on the top.

The exoskeleton technique of the 8 main columns integrating together with 90° steel bracing is a structural integration of high performance concrete and pure steel. The fair-faced concrete finish, an application of high performance concrete is also well designed for structural and waterproof requirements.

This advanced construction technique and integration of materials varied from traditional building methods. It also allowed for an innovative way to distribute the weight loads of the building from top to bottom without interior columns.

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Enhancing Living & Workingwith innovative real estate development

Developing everything from individual properties to entire communities

Continental Development Corporation (CDC) is the newest member of the CHC family. From residential housing, commercial complexes and office buildings, to shopping malls, comprehensive industrial factories, high-profile skyscrapers and community development, CDC is making its mark across Taiwan.

A division grows into a corporation

CDC began as part of the real estate development business operations of Continental Engineering Corporation (CEC). The division spearheaded many real estate development innovations, setting new standards in residential housing, commercial buildings and complexes and new community development.

The growth of the division and changing market conditions led CEC to separate their construction and development operations, leading to the incorporation of Continental Development Corporation in June 2010.

Building the business by being the best in the business

CDC’s business strategy centres on four key areas.

Branded property development – To expand the scope and scale of its projects and accrue land reserves, the long-term direction is aimed at urban renewal, large-scale CBD projects and community development.

Land development – To expand the scope and scale of its projects and accrue land reserves, the long-term direction is aimed at urban renewal, large-scale CBD projects and community development.

Product planning – In line with growing development trends, CDC’s product innovation and R&D efforts focus on designing residential housing and office buildings for safety, healthy living, energy efficiency and environmental protection.

Marketing and sales strategy – To create added product value, CDC employs customer information management systems to strengthen its sales channels and operational capabilities and enhance customer services. CDC also works with external resources to expand available services to help build customer trust in the CDC brand.

Raising the standards in the real estate development industry

CDC is dedicated to providing products and services of exceptional quality through a better understanding of customers and their expectations. CDC strives to enhance the professionalism of its staff via ongoing training programs, a clear division of responsibilities, mentoring and knowledge transfer.

The company aims to become a world class property development corporation whose mission is to create maximum value through innovation, product and service quality, operational profitability and employee growth and development.

Bridge Up to Zenith ( Taipei, Taiwan )

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CDC Fast Facts

• Continental Development Corporation (CDC) was established as a company in its own right after Continental Engineering Corporation decided to separate its construction and development businesses. • CDC was formally incorporated in Taiwan on June 2, 2010.

• Capital: US$ 103.0 million

• Head Office: Continental Development Corporation 12F, No.95 Dun Hua S. Road, Sec. 2, Taipei 106, Taiwan

Tel: +886-2-3701-3000 Fax: +886-2-3701-3999 www.cecdevelopment.com

• CDC is engaged in the planning, investment, building, sales and leasing of residential housing, commercial buildings and town communities across Taiwan.

• Notable projects include:

Bridge Up to Zenith – 446-units residential complex divided into four high-rise towers standing on 12,106 m2 of floor area in Taipei.

The Village – 860-units integrated villas community residential development of 76 hectares in suburban Taipei.

Dun Hua South Road Office Tower – 31-story award winning office tower and CDC’s headquarters at Taipei’s CBD. Essence – 37-units luxury residential building that promotes garden living and accessible amenities. Silence of Architecture – 10-story luxury residential building with only 15-units specially designed as a replica of Kyoto gardens through the use of water, light and shrubbery, and art. The Peak of Abundance – 29-units luxury residential building in the midst of a busy commercial district in Taipei.

• Recent awards include:

Bridge Up to Zenith – Received The Taiwan Real Estate Excellence Award for “Best Planning & Design in Residential Development.” This development is the first building in New Taipei City to receive Structural Accreditation Building approval from the Taiwan Architecture & Building Center (TABC).

The Village – Received the FIABCI Taiwan Real Estate Excellence Award for “Best Construction Quality for a New Community.”

The Village ( Taipei, Taiwan )

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An elevated floor for under-floor electronic installment efficiently caters to office demands, while a Honeywell central control system helps to maintain and integrate the smooth functioning of the building as a whole.

The prominent floor-to-ceiling glass facade adds greatly to the structure’s architectural elegance. This is especially evident at night, when the building has a crystal-like glow that sets it apart from its neighbouring towers.

Dun Hua South Road Office Tower ( Taipei, Taiwan )

Standing proud in Taipei’s CBDRising over 135 meters above Taipei’s business core, the Dun Hua South Road Office Tower offers premium office space and panoramic views of the city. The striking structure currently serves as the headquarters of CDC and Continental Holdings Corporation, CDC’s corporate parent. It also houses the headquarters of CDC’s corporate siblings - Continental Engineering Corporation and Hsin Dar Environment Corporation.

Specifications

31-story deluxe office building 6-story basement Total height : 135.5 meters Excavation Depth : 22.95 metersTotal Area : 46,643 m2

Behind the structure

The building features SRC technology for the 6-level basement and a SS structure for the 31 floors above the ground. The south and west side are fabricated with multiple layers of coated insulating glass coating to provide exceptional views and isolation from outside heat and noise.

An architectural gem on one of Taipei’s most prominent streets.

A landmark in SRC and glass Completed in 2003, the tower showcased advanced structural, environmental and office management techniques. It was acclaimed as one of Taipei’s top-ten office towers in 2005 by both CB Richard Ellis and the China Credit Information Service, Ltd. The building is one of the most desirable locations in Taipei’s renowned Dun Hua business district.

An insulated glass facade gives the tower its unique visual and environmental appeal.

Standing proud on Dun Hua S. Road Sec. 2, Taipei.

An SRC structure with a total floor area of over 46,600 m2.

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“Bridge Up to Zenith”

Some of the most high-profile architects, designers and consulting engineers in the business worked on this Taiwanese-conceived project. These include Wimberly Allison Tong & Goo (WATG) - the world’s leading design consultancy for the hospitality, leisure and entertainment industries, and the SWA Group – a world leader in landscape architecture, urban design and planning.

Built-in character

Bridge Up to Zenith comprises four buildings that integrate business space and residential units. The complex boasts recreational facilities such as a swimming pool, SPA pool, steam room, karaoke box and other leisure facilities. A modern-style garden located in the middle square extends to the full-scale landscaped balcony on the fourth floor.

Residential Complexes - Bridge Up to Zenith & The Peak of Abundance ( Taipei, Taiwan )

High-end residential complexes grace Taipei CDC is proud to have brought world-class residential style, innovations and luxury to the greater Taipei area. Two developments - the 4-building Bridge Up to Zenith complex and the artfully elegant The Peak of Abundance building in Taipei.

Built-in strength

With 37 floors above ground and 6 below, the 400+ unit building’s structure uses a Steel Moment Resistant Frame (SMRF), seismic dissipation studs and nearly 100 Buckling Restrained Braces (BRB) and Bucking Inhibited Braces (BIB), to provide exceptional wind and earthquake resistance.

A precast construction method was chosen to help provide an effective resistance to potential seismic events. Structural features included Concrete Filled Tube box-shaped steel columns filled with high strength concrete. These are integrated with stainless steel to form a modified composite SRC structure. 20 cm thick reinforced concrete floor slabs on each level provide both soundproofing and seismic dissipation.

“The Peak of Abundance”

The building’s premium and elegant image was designed to provide serenity within a busy city.

Inspired luxury

A stunning landscape design features multiple courtyards, one styled after Chanel’s garden in Paris, with thick hedges, statues and aquatic touches to create a romantic atmosphere. The recreational area includes a Jacuzzi, vegetation green wall and a lounge bar connected to the swimming pool.

Borrowing from the renowned American architect, Frank Lloyd Wright, the art nouveau interiors of the 29 exclusive units combine wood, stone and glass materials of natural color to create an organic structure. The balcony, located at the entrance platform of each unit, creates a three dimensional integration of the residence and nature.

Inspiring structure

The Peak of Abundance stands 12 floors tall, with 3 floors below ground level. The structure utilizes reinforced concrete for a high seismic dissipation value, while hollow floor slabs providing excellent heat and sound resistance. The pillar-free interiors of all units create clean, open spaces that provide maximum living-space flexibility. The exterior of the building sets the natural tone with a mix of stone in a woven texture and wood-textured porcelain to add a human touch.Bridge Up to Zenith

The Peak of Abundance

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A healthy and sustainable community

With its proximity to Taipei CBD, excellent transit connections and neighbourhood schools, The Village is an ideal location for young, working families. This is enhanced by integrated recreational facilities, including a 5-story, 4,400 m2 recreation centre overlooking Qingshan Lake. This leisure complex offers a golf practicing area, swimming pool and spa, gym, beauty saloon, convenient stores, restaurants, theatres, and children’s playground.

A secure and tranquil lifestyle

A comprehensive security system is integrated into the whole neighbourhood. This includes surveillance and access control system and a security control center. Public areas and villas both have emergency aid systems installed as well as fire, smoke, and gas detecting systems. Professional security staff provide 24/7 patroling in every section.

The Village is a place where people, interior and exterior spaces and the environment live in harmony. This is enhanced by the complex’s award-winning environmental design and subtle use of natural lighting effects. Here, residents can leave the bustle and pace of the city behind them and enjoy a unique tranquility.

The Village ( Taipei, Taiwan )

A most desirable neighbourhoodNestled on 76 hectares in the hills of suburban Taipei, this award winning development of 860 villas is one of Taiwan’s most sought-after and successful residential areas.

Compatible with nature

Built in two phases on a North-facing hillside slope, the project required a detailed planning process that covered everything from water and land sustainability to public facilities, commuting routes, building construction and landscape design.

To maintain the original appearance of the natural environment, the development process followed strict balance cut and fill principles. Six major blind ditches were laid under the complex, connected to a web of secondary ditches to build up an efficient sub-surface draining system that also effectively stabilized the land base.

Given The Village’s hillside location, both direct and indirect retaining structures were required to meet the varied land bearing capacities and characteristics. Vegetation for slope protection helped to maintain the natural greenery and views, while enhancing the slope’s capacity to withstand impact by rain.

The 5-story recreational centre overlooking Qingshan Lake creates a harmonious sense between inhabitants, nature and structure.

The Village’s award-winning environmental design and subtle use of natural lighting effects has also received numerous accolades from the residents themselves.

A high-quality and safe living environment, ideally located in the wooded hills outside Taipei.

Environmental standards that will stand the test of time

Working with renowned architectural firms and contractors, the project began land development in 1988 and by 2010, had completed construction of the two-phase project. Recyclable industrial building materials and techniques were built in. Villas were built with steel structures instead of pure cement. This, together with the dry construction method employed, makes the materials recyclable in the future.

Villas feature a 15 mm breathing space between the exterior wall and the steel water/sound proofing system, providing a natural space for air circulation. This both keeps the interiors cool and prevents problems like efflorescence or water leakage because it prevents sunshine and rainwater from making direct contact with the structural body.

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Integrating technical sophisticationinto structures that are marvels of engineering

Over a century of building someof the most inspiring structures of our time

Continental Holdings Corporation (CHC) maintains a strategic investment in American Bridge Holding Company (ABHC) - the holding company of American Bridge Company, American Bridge Manufacturing, American Bridge International and American Dock and Transfer.

A legendary history

American Bridge was founded after a merger of 28 bridge and structural companies in 1900. As a result, the company began to operate on an unprecedented scale, establishing the practicality of steel as the basic product in large scale infrastructure - including bridges, power and water transmission and military facilities. It’s dozen or so factories, hundreds of construction engineers and thousands of skilled workers played a dominant role in the development of the infrastructure of the United States and many other countries.

Specialized expertise

American Bridge has built some of the most iconic bridges and structures in the world. It specializes in the erection of cable supported, movable, arch, truss and other complex structures, coastal marine construction and the repair and reconstruction of bridges of all types. It also manufactures a range of structural steel and precast concrete products and specialized erection equipment.

American Bridge is organized into district operating units according to geographic focus and/or specialty. This organization ensures that top management stays close to its customers and focused on its region and specialized operating environment.

Unique training & mentoring

A 5-year, in-house training program enables managers to pass down priceless knowledge accumulated over a century of engineering complex structures. Each new graduate hired is mentored by groups of experienced professional engineers. The program is diverse – engineering candidates rotate through five different projects, in addition to their hands-on and classroom experience. This ensures that American Bridge’s people are steeped in a culture of engineering innovation, enjoy a common set of values and develop the highest levels of professional standards.

Weaving past and present into the future

A vertically integrated engineering, manufacturing and construction company, American Bridge operates throughout the United States and on selected projects worldwide. It serves the stable and steadily growing transportation, infrastructure, military and industrial markets, as well as certain high growth industries including aerospace and entertainment.

As a brand that has been present in the market for over a century, American Bridge continually builds on its excellent engineering capabilities. Its specialization and unique knowledge base ensures a unique edge over competitors and gives American Bridge a high market demand value.

John Hancock Centre ( Chicago, USA )

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American Bridge Fast Facts

• American Bridge Company, (Incorporated in Delaware, USA) was founded on April 14, 1900.

• Head Office: American Bridge Company 1000 American Bridge Way, Coraopolis, PA 15108 USA

Tel: +1-412-631-1000 Fax: +1-412-631-2000 www.americanbridge.net

Main Equipment Yard, and Northeastern Fabricating Shop is in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA.

• USA District Operating Units:

Pittsburgh District Bridge construction and rehabilitation from the Ohio River and tributaries through the states surrounding the Great Lakes.

1000 American Bridge Way, Coraopolis, PA 15108 Tel: +1-412-631-1000 Western District Bridge and marine construction in California, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and New Mexico.

375 Burma Road, Oakland, CA 94607 Tel: +1-510-808-4600

Richmond District Bridge and marine construction on the eastern seaboard, from Maine to Georgia (excl. New York City metropolitan area).

7401 Beaufont Springs Drive, Suite 301, Boulders, VA 23225 Tel: +1-804-327-9540

Tampa District Bridge and marine construction projects along the Gulf Coast, from Florida through Texas, Central America and the Caribbean.

5430 West Tyson Avenue, Tampa, FL 33611 Tel: +1-813-254-4127

Special & International Projects Large domestic bridge construction projects delivered under alternative delivery systems, including public/private partnerships or design/ build. Projects outside of the United States.

1000 American Bridge Way, Coraopolis, PA 15108 Tel: +1-412-631-1000

Kansas City District Bridge and marine construction in Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, Illinois, Arkansas, Oklahoma and surrounding Midwestern states.

7301 West 129th Street, Suite 130, Overland Park, MO 66213 Tel: +1-913-948-5800

San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge West Span ( San Francisco, USA )

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American Bridge Manufacturing Strategically located to fabricate steel bridges and their components.

2000 American Bridge Way, Coraopolis, PA 15108 Tel: +1-412-631-3000

New York District Bridge and marine construction in the New York City metropolitan area and portions of metropolitan New Jersey and Connecticut.

One Bridge Plaza, Suite 340, Fort Lee, NJ 07024 Tel: +1-201-592-1200

• International Subsidiary Companies:

AB Bahamas AB Canada AB Chile AB Honduras AB Mexico AB Norway AB Puerto Rico

• Major project types undertaken:

- Cable supported, movable, truss, arch, girder and railroad bridges - Bridge rehabilitation and reconstruction - Coastal marine construction projects including passenger, bulk freight, and container ship terminals, marina developments, marine foundations of all types, sub-aqueous pipelines, intakes, outfalls, dams and hydrological structures as well as other miscellaneous marine construction - Manufacture of new steel bridges of all types and components for steel bridge rehabilitation

• Notable projects include:

San Francisco Oakland Bay Self - Anchored Suspension Bridge – The world’s longest self- anchored suspension bridge.

Woodrow Wilson Bridge Bascule Spans – One of the major bridge that connects Virginia and Maryland over the Potomac River. Orlando Airport Elevated People mover – Elevated transit systems/people movers that connected the large main terminal building and four airside concourses of The Orlando International Airport Florida.

Empire State and Chrysler buildings – Renowned superstructures constructed in New York.

Willis Tower and John Hancock Centre – Renowned superstructures constructed in Chicago.

Boeing 747 Assembly Building in Washington & the Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center – Two of the world’s largest volume buildings.

• In 2010, American Bridge received the American Concrete Institution Award for Excellence in Concrete Construction for the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Replacement and Rehabilitation project.

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San Francisco-Oakland Bay Self-Anchored Suspension Span (SAS) ( San Francisco, USA )

Another breathtaking achievement from American BridgeOver the past eleven decades, American Bridge has built many of the world’s most innovative, recognized and record breaking bridges. This Self-Anchored Suspension (SAS) span – the East Span of the new Bay Bridge - is one more for the record books. When completed in 2014, the 624 meters (2,047 feet) long engineering marvel will be the longest SAS bridge in the world.

bridge. The steel tower is 160 meters tall and composed of four legs strutted together. Special attention was given to the structure’s ability to absorb seismic energy during an earthquake to protect the tower from catastrophic damage.

The span and cable work

The 565 meters suspended span includes a 385 meters main-span and a 180 meters side span. The deck is composed of twin steel orthotropic box girders, each 28 meters wide. They are strutted together for an out-to-out width of over 60 meters. In addition, there is a 5 meters wide bike path cantilevered from one of the boxes.

The 1,400 meters long, 800 mm diameter main cable is made up of 137 prefabricated parallel wire strands with 127 wires per strand and wrapped with “Z” wire. It runs continuously from the east deck to the anchorage, up to the tower top, across

Tipping up the 1,043 mt leg sections and 160 meters tall SAS tower involved an unprecedented level of engineering and construction expertise.

This entire contract is comprised of structural steel fabrication and erection. Around 50,145 mt of structural steel was used to complete the bridge.

When completed in 2014, the 624 meters long structure will be the longest Self-Anchored Suspension bridge in the world.

A textbook example of form and function

The SAS is the signature span of the entire new Bay Bridge project linking San Francisco and Oakland. It has been designed to complement the existing towers of the West Span of the Bay Bridge. Its unique, asymmetrical, single cable design goes beyond giving the span world-class status. It gives drivers, cyclists and pedestrians unencumbered views of the surrounding Bay, plus state-of-the-art protection in the event of an earthquake. Special seismic safety elements set new standards and are designed to ensure that the bridge’s structural integrity is not compromised, even if rocked by a massive earthquake.

Building the world’s longest Self-Anchored Suspension bridge

This project included the construction of a new 625 meters single-tower, self-anchored suspension

to the west deviation anchorage, back to the tower top, then back to the east deck anchorage.

A project worthy of a legendary bridge company

Some idea of the scope of the project can be gained from the numbers. Total weight of structural steel is 50,145 mt. The cable alone has a weight of 5,189 mt, with the hanger ropes weighing in at an additional 649 mt.

As befitting a company of its caliber, American Bridge was responsible for the design of the SAS and its components, the fabrication of the structural steel and the structure’s entire construction. This is another American Bridge project for the record books.

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Bridging the USA’s most important beltway

This bridge crosses the tip of the southernmost corner of the District of Columbia, carrying the I-95/I-495 Capital Beltway over the Potomac River at Alexandria, Virginia. Over 200,000 vehicles a day use the bridge to travel into and out of the US Capital. As a bascule span, the bridge has a dual function. When necessary, its eight leaves pivot upwards to allow tall shipping navigating the Potomac River to pass through its structure.

The Woodrow Wilson Bridge has its west abutment in Virginia, and its east abutment in Maryland, and about 100 feet of the mid-span portion of the bridge crosses the tip of the southernmost corner of the district of Columbia.

The 12-lane wide bridge features an eight-leaf trunnion bascule, arch-shaped, cast-in-place piers and a steel plate girder superstructure.

The original bridge had 6 lanes, it was 5,900 feet long, and was opened to traffic in 1961. Today the bridge is 12 lanes wide and is a major artery in Washington DC.

Woodrow Wilson Bridge Bascule Spans ( Virginia-Maryland, USA )

An innovative drawbridge that draws critical acclaimThe Woodrow Wilson Bridge is connected to one of seven highways crossings over the Potomac River within the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. American Bridge won the contract to construct the main three spans of the 35-span crossing, including the critical eight-leaf trunnion bascule movable section.

American Bridge at its best

The Woodrow Wilson bascule is remarkable in that it is 12 lanes wide, with a main-span of 82.29 meters and flanking spans of 44 meters. The arch-shaped piers were cast-in-place and feature post-tensioned concrete segmental box sections. The superstructure is steel plate girders and floor beams with a cast-in-place 190.5 mm lightweight concrete deck.

A massive undertaking

Each bascule girder is 62.18 meters long, 6.07 meters deep at the deepest point, and weighs about 204,000 kg. The heaviest erection picks were up to 544 tons. The total quantity of concrete used was 30,600 cubic meters. The contract included the fabrication and installation of all operating machinery, and construction of the operator’s house. Machinery included racks, pinions, primary and auxiliary motors, primary and secondary reducers, bearings, trunnions, span locks, and electrical controls.

The bridge was completed in March 2008, with American Bridge self-performingthe installation of all mechanical equipment.

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Enhancing a vital sea link

Tourism accounts for around 60% of the country’s gross domestic product. With approximately 70% of tourists arriving by sea, the country’s ports are key gateways. This is especially true for Nassau, the Bahamas’ capital city, with the tourist playground of Paradise Island on its doorstep. The new port will greatly enhance the handling of cruise liners, and will allow for the concentration of all freight shipping on the island of New Providence.

Marine experts get the job done

With this contract, American Bridge is constructing 762 meters (2,500 feet) of new sheet pile bulkhead, a new wharf platform, crane support beams, roll-on/roll-off platforms and marine furnishings. Upland work includes an eight-million gallon water storage tank to replace

Arawak Cay Port Development ( Nassau, Bahamas )

Building a new gateway to Nassau and the BahamasThe Arawak Cay Port Development centres around the reconstruction of a former industrial site at the western end of Nassau Harbour. When completed in 2011, Arawak Cay will serve as the main cruise, container, and bulk shipping port for Nassau, on New Providence Island. American Bridge was contracted to bring its extensive marine project experience and innovative engineering solutions to the port.

the existing reservoir, 115,000 m3 (150,000 CY ) of dredging, plus grading and fencing.

Additional work includes fencing, drainage, roll-on/roll-off ramps and crane support beams. This project follows an earlier American Bridge contract, completed in April, 2010, covering preparatory work for the port development.

Expanding American Bridge’s role in the Caribbean

The Government of the Bahamas has acclaimed American Bridge’s contribution to the Arawak Cay Port Development. The project cements American Bridge’s presence in the Bahamas as well as adds to the company’s success with major port development construction throughout the Caribbean.

A former industrial site in Nassau Harbour has been turned into a thriving cruise ship, container and bulk vessel port, serving the Bahamas’ capital city and tourist playground.

West roro ramp- 36 inch piles AZ37-700 sheet pile installation

Concrete bulkhead encapsulation

Tie rod installation

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Moving millions nationally with our international expertise

A local company with a world of experience

CEC International Corporation (INDIA) Private Limited (CICI) is a civil construction company based in Delhi, India. The company began operations in April 2006 and is wholly owned by Continental Engineering Corporation. While drawing on its parent’s vast experience in many markets, CICI is on track to becoming the most locally respected and sought after construction company employing multi-national professionals with extensive civil expertise.

Participating in a surging infrastructure upgrade

With the Indian Government championing infrastructure improvement and the availability of both project financing and labour resources, the construction industry is flourishing on the Indian subcontinent.

CICI has tuned its operations to leverage the opportunities of this market, and has a long-term strategy to build a sustainable and growing operation in India. With a mission to develop physical infrastructure for better living, working

and transportation, CICI is poised to become one of the leading civil construction companies in India.

An Indian company in its own right

As the number and scale of its operations has grown, CICI has formed partnerships with a number of outstanding, reputable companies to meet the increasing market demand.

CICI has, in just a few years, proved its worth on projects such as the Hyderabad-Bangalore Highway and Delhi Mass Rapid Transit System.With the recent award of Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited’s UG 2 project, where CICI is in joint venture with CEC and other leading companies in India, CICI is now a successful and growing participant in India’s transportation infrastructure development.

Shield TBM of Delhi MRT BC16 Project (Delhi, India)

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CICI Fast Facts

• The company commenced operations in April 2006 in Delhi, India. • Capital: US$ 9.8 million

• Head Office: CEC International Corporation (INDIA) Private Limited DLF Tower 9A, 9th floor, Cyber City DLF Phase III, Gurgaon, Haryana 122002, India

Tel: +91-124-458-8888 Fax: +91-124-458-8897 www.cici.co.in

• Project Experience: Tunnels, Highways, Bridges, Industrial Factories, Special Economic Zone.

• Notable projects include:

Bangalore Metro Rail – Design and construction of four underground stations linked by 2.5 km of twin tunnels. Completion 2013.

Delhi Metro Rail – Design and construction of tunnels between two stations and four

underground stations on the Central Secretariat - Qutab Minar Corridor. Completed 2010.

Hyderabad City Outer Ring Road – Construction of a 13.38 km, 8-lane, access controlled expressway - including flyovers and two major bridges. Completion 2011.

Hyderabad-Bangalore National Highway – Two projects - 42.6 km and 40 km of highway. Culverts, minor and major bridges, grade separators, rail over/under bridges, widening & rehabilitation, repair of existing bridges, bypasses, detours, service roads and reconstruction of the existing carriageway. Completed 2010.

Rajasthan East-West Corridor – 59.72 km of highway completed 2008, including new 2/4 lane bypasses, detours, service roads and reconstruction, strengthening and widening of the existing carriageway.

Special Economic Zone Development – Project was for Apache Footwear India Pvt. Ltd. in Tada Mandal, Nellore District Andhra Pradesh. Constructed all buildings inside the Special Economic Zone, including civil structural work, flooring, finishing, utilities and accessories. Completed 2007.

Hyderabad-Bangalore National Highway ( Hyderabad-Bangalore, India )

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Hyderabad-Bangalore National Highway Projects( Hyderabad-Bangalore, India )

Working with India’s most important Authorities CICI is privileged to have been contracted by the National Highway Authority of India to upgrade two 40 km stretches of National Highway #44 (NH44) – the main North-South artery on the Indian subcontinent.

Helping to improve a vital stretch of highway

The highway between Hyderabad and Bangalore is one of the most traveled sections of National Highway #44. Passing through two states, Andhra Pradesh in the north and Karnataka in the south, the projectvastly improved the capacity, surface and safety of the crucial highway that links almost 10 million people who live in both cities.

On the road with CICI

The contract was awarded in two parts:

C12 – covered the section from km 293.4 to km 336 of NH44 – a 42.6 km stretch of highway.

C13 – covered the section from km 336 to km 376 of NH44 – a 40 km stretch of highway.

In both cases, the work involved constructing a new 2 lane highway parallel to the existing carriageway and the construction of a new 2/4 lane roadway.

In both cases, the work involved constructing a new 2 lane highway parallel to the existing carriageway and the construction of a new 2/4 lane roadway.

CICI was also responsible for the construction of culverts, minor and major bridges, grade separators, rail over/under bridges, widening & rehabilitation, repair of existing bridges, by-passes, detours, service roads and reconstruction, strengthening and widening of the existing carriageway.

With the project’s completion in 2010, over 600 km of road was transformed into a true multi-lane highway.

New sections of the highway were built parallel to the existing carriageway without disrupting the daily traffic flow.

Major elevated bridge work within the 82.6 km stretches of highway.

Construction of the over railway bridge.

A completed section from project C-12, with the existing road on the right and the new road on the left.

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Delhi Mass Rapid Transit System Projects ( Delhi, India )

Taking part to keep a nation’s Capital movingWith experience, innovation and passion, CICI made an important contribution to the development of Delhi’s MRT system. The Delhi Metro serves three cities with over 14 million inhabitants in India’s National Capital Region - Delhi, Gurgaon and Noida. Currently, the state-of-the-art system moves over three million commuters a day.

A world-class solution to commuter gridlock

By the late 1980s, a huge population increase in and around New Delhi resulted in road traffic gridlock and an overloaded bus transit system. Planning for a MRT system began in 1980, and by 1995, the Indian and Delhi governments set up the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) to oversee the development and construction of the Delhi metro system. With two of the four phases currently completed, the Metro’s five lines and 130 stations play a huge part in relieving traffic congestion and commuter headaches in this bustling metropolis.

MRT experience put to work

With extensive experience in building complex metro MRT systems, CICI was chosen as lead contractor responsible for all major work on the Phase II BC-16 project for the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation.

In a joint venture with local construction company, CICI was the driving force in the design, development and implementation of the project that covered the construction of four 2-kilometer twin tunnels and four underground Metro stations on the Central Secretariat – Qutab Minar corridor of the Metro. The stations are Race Course, Jor Bagh, INA and AIIMS.

Shield Tunnel Boring Machine - a key piece of equipment employed by CICI engineers on the Delhi Metro project.

Part of the tunnel leading to AIIMS Delhi Metro station with an outer diameter of 6.25 meters.

Delhi Metro Route Map of 2010

River Yamuna

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KirtiNagar

PragatiMaidan

RajivChowk

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Patel Nagr

Inder Lok DelhiShahdara

Green Park

AIIMS

INA

Jor Bagh

Race Course

UdyogBhawan

CentralSecretariat

ChandniChowk

KashmereGate

New Delhi

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CICI awarded Delhi Metro project betweenGreen Park and Udyog

Bjawan, having twin tunnels of 8 kms and

6.25 meters outer diameter with four

under ground stations

River Yamuna

3Metro

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3Metro

KirtiNagar

PragatiMaidan

RajivChowk

1Metro

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Patel Nagr

Inder Lok DelhiShahdara

CentralSecretariat

ChandniChowk

KashmereGate

New Delhi

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The tunnels have an outer diameter of 6.25 meters and were bored with four Shield TBM machines. The stations were built using the Cut & Cover construction method.

The project was completed in 2010, in time for the Commonwealth Games, bringing new levels of efficiency and convenience to commuters in the National Capital Region of India.

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Upgrading Environmental Standardswith specialized construction design and development

and planning, construction contracting, trial run operation, operation and maintenance and facilities expansion and upgrading.

Leading through research and development

Hsin Dar networks with top-flight international and domestic environmental engineering experts to keep abreast of the latest advances in technology. The company invests in R&D to ensure Hsin Dar’s employees and cutting-edge facilities continue to raise the bar in pursuit of excellence and to provide a full complement of professional services to our customers.

Engineering a better quality of life

As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Continental Engineering Corporation (CEC), Hsin Dar Environment Corporation was founded to fulfill a very special mission - To deploy advanced engineering techniques to help enhance Taiwan’s environmental standards, improve the environment and with it, the quality of people’s lives.

Building on decades of environmental engineering experience

With the environment and environmental issues moving more and more centre-stage around the world, Hsin Dar is fortunate to have inherited CEC’s proven environmental engineering technologies and capabilities. The company effectively makes use of the vast engineering experience and management strengths that CEC has built up over half a century. This has enabled Hsin Dar to expand in the domestic and emerging international environmental engineering markets.

Specializing in water-related projects

Hsin Dar is primarily engaged in environmental engineering for water works projects, focusing especially on wastewater treatment, water purification and related projects. The scope of work covers research and analysis, design

Danshui Area Sewage Treatment Plant ( Taipei, Taiwan )

Control and Administration Building of Danshui Area Sewage Treatment Plant ( Taipei, Taiwan )

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Hsin Dar Fast Facts

• Hsin Dar Environment Corporation was established in 2006 in Taiwan as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Continental Engineering Corporation.

• Head Office: Hsin Dar Environment Corporation 19F, No.95 Dun Hua S. Road, Sec. 2, Taipei 106, Taiwan

Tel: +886-2-3701-6600 Fax: +886-2-3701-2333 www.continental-holdings.com • Core business operations and services include:

Water treatment systems Industrial wastewater treatment systems Sewage treatment systems Advanced processes Sea water desalination systems Environmental laboratory analysis Facilities operation and management

• Notable company milestones:

2004 - CEC’s environmental project team received its first contract - Wastewater Treatment Plant for the north part of Linkou, Taipei.

2005 - CEC environmental project team received the BOT Project covering the Sewer System in the Danshui area for 35 years. Accordingly, North Shore Corporation was established by CEC as a chartered company to build and then operate the Danshui Area Sewer System BOT Project. 2006 - Hsin Dar Environment Corporation established.

2006 - Hsin Dar awarded the Design, Building and Management Planning contract for the Danshui Area Sewer System for North Shore Corporation.

2007 - The joint venture of CEC and Hsin Dar awarded the tender of Baoshan Water Treatment Plant Phase III worth US$ 28.6 million. The contract marked the successful entry of Hsin Dar into the water treatment field.

2008 - Hsin Dar awarded the Operational Project contract for the Danshui Area Sewer System for North Shore Corporation.

Baoshan Water Treatment Plant ( Hsinchu, Taiwan )

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Danshui Area Sewer System BOT Project ( Taipei, Taiwan )

The first BOT sewage treatment plantHsin Dar is proud to have been awarded the contract to build and operate the Danshui area sewage system BOT project - working in conjunction with a CHC member company, North Shore Corporation. This milestone project, awarded to Hsin Dar by the New Taipei City Government, has a BOT concession period of 35 years starting from 2005.

Control and Administration Building

The Danshui Area Sewer Treatment Plant’s control and administration building has an ecological design, with energy saving, waste reduction and health features.

Anaerobic Sludge Digester

The Anaerobic Sludge Digester employs an anaerobic processes with hydraulic mixing to save energy input, reduce the total solids mass and produce methane fuel for onsite use.

Sensitive to the needs of the population and environment

The treatment facilities play a vital role in the Danshui area of New Taipei City and serve a population of over 160,000. Hsin Dar has committed to creating a finer living environment in the seaside Danshui area by building this state-of-the-art treatment plant and by maintaining a quality-oriented corporate culture.

Hsin Dar’s pivotal role

The project was a breakthrough for Hsin Dar in that it is one of a very few environmental BOT projects in Taiwan. Hsin Dar designed and built a sewer network system with a total pipeline length of 52,666 meters and a treatment plant with the capacity to process 56,000 cubic meters of sewage per day. The

treatment process which was adopted uses a tertiary biological treatment to comply with Effluent Standards, a UV disinfection system and an anaerobic sludge digestion to produce methane for available fuel onsite use.

The treatment plant project has been awarded ISO 14000 certification for its maintenance management system, while the environmentally efficient control and administration building has obtained a Green Building Certification.

UV Disinfection System

The UV Disinfection System is environmentally friendly, with no dangerous chemicals to handle or store and no chance of overdosing.

The Danshui Area Sewer Treatment Plant serves a population of over 160,000 in Taipei.

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The plant’s nerve centre is housed in a control and administration building.

Baoshan Water Treatment Plant Phase III Expansion ( Hsinchu, Taiwan )

A watershed accomplishment for Hsin DarThe Baoshan Water Treatment Plant is a comprehensive life cycle project that includes the design, procurement, construction, trial run and operation stages for a water treatment facility with a processing capacity of 34,000 cubic meters per day. The project marks Hsin Dar’s expansion into the water treatment services market, highlighting the company’s comprehensive waterworks engineering capabilities.

that, judging by the quality of the treated water, the company’s skill and technology were completely vindicated.

Hsin Dar goes above and beyond

A high-rate filtration process is used to treat water to the customer’s standards. This involves a coagulation, sand filtration and chlorine disinfection sequence. Hsin Dar’s engineering management and professional engineering staffs were also put to the test during a 150-day/24 hours per day verification test. The customer’s strict requirements were successfully met by the Hsin Dar team.

Meeting the needs of an expanding region

The Baoshan Water Treatment Plant was commissioned by the Taiwan Water Corporation to satisfy the growing water demands of the Hsinchu population and Hsinchu Science Park and industrial region. The third phase of the project was designed to meet the objective of supplying an additional 340,000 cubic meters of water for domestic and industrial use in Hsinchu.

A tried and tested filtration solution

Rapid sand filtration is the most important part of a water treatment process designed to effectively remove finer solids. This means the precision and accuracy of the construction of rapid filters was key to the success of the project. Hsin Dar is proud

The Rapid Sand Filters effectively remove finer solids from the water.

Sludge thickener for concentration of sludge by gravity.

A high-performance Filter Press Sludge Dewatering System ensures the water content of the sludge cake remains below 60%.

Air/water nozzle installation requires precise and accurate installation and adjusting.