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In the 80 years since Allen & Overy was founded, we have created a collaborative culture where talented individuals, working together, can truly flourish and achieve great things. We foster diverse viewpoints so that we can draw on a constant stream of new ideas to solve the toughest legal issues our clients face, wherever they are in the world.
Over the years, this approach has seen us grow from a London-based law firm into a truly global practice with 36 offices in 26 countries. In 2010 we opened offices in Australia, Indonesia and Qatar – important new strategic markets for our clients.
It’s why we are continuing to build and develop the network of associate law firms we work with in 100 other countries, regularly bringing them together with our own lawyers and our clients to share ideas and strengthen working ties. Because our culture is built on the idea that we can achieve extraordinary results by working creatively together, we can draw on the knowledge, experience and expert opinion of our people at a moment’s notice.
Ansarada is a global provider of next generation virtual data rooms that enable faster, easier and safer business transactions. Our services are used by the world’s leading companies, investment banks, legal and advisory firms in business transactions such as M&A, joint ventures, fundraising and other due diligence based projects.
Operating since 2005 our virtual data rooms are independently certified to the highest security standards and supported by experienced professionals 24/7. With flexible fees tailored to the needs of each of our clients we have proudly supported thousands of successful business transactions.
ANZ serves over six million banking customers worldwide across the personal, business and corporate sectors.
At ANZ, we understand the value of personalised service. That's why we give every corporate client a dedicated Relationship Manager, who is able to speak for the whole bank face to face. Our Relationship Managers regularly collaborate with product specialists in Markets, Corporate Finance and Working Capital to deliver proactive and long-term solutions.
ANZ knows that when it comes to finding a financial partner, it is important that they understand your business. We take the time to understand your business opportunities and challenges. Our specialist industry sector knowledge in industries like Healthcare, Agribusiness and Property strengthens our understanding of your unique business needs. This enables us to openly share our insights and bring innovative ideas to the table.
To learn more, call Jason Mares on +61 2 9227 1595. We live in your world.
Arup is the creative force at the heart of many of the world’s most prominent projects in the built environment. From 92 offices in 37 countries, over 10,000 planners, designers, engineers and consultants deliver innovative projects across the world with creativity and passion.
Arup established a presence in Australasia in 1963, when entrusted with the structural design of the Sydney Opera House. Arup has since been active in the region for more than 40 years, opening its first Singapore office in 1968. We now employ over 1,700 staff working from eight offices across Australia, Singapore and New Zealand and have developed a diverse practice through delivering a wide range of projects for public and private sector clients.
Our experienced staff combine technical excellence and an understanding of local clients and markets with genuine enthusiasm for design and innovation. We encourage our people to strive for quality, have a willingness to think creatively and to find better solutions for our clients. Clients also benefit from our ability to draw on the firm’s global multidisciplinary service offering to form the best possible project teams to meet their business needs.
Committed to sustainability, we are acutely aware of the responsibility we have in designing and positively influencing the built environment and strive to do the best possible work for current and future generations. Together, we shape a better world.
For further enquiries please contact: John Clay, Principal, (02) 9320 9496, john.clay@arup.com
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BHP Billiton is the world’s largest diversified resources company. We are distinguished from other resource companies by the combination of the quality of our assets; our deep inventory of growth projects; our customer-focussed marketing; our diversification across countries, commodities, and markets; and our petroleum business.
As at 30 June, 2007 we had some 39,000 employees working in over 100 operations in 25 countries. Reflecting our aim to be a premier global company, we occupy industry leader or near industry leader positions in major commodity businesses, including aluminium, energy coal and metallurgical coal, copper, manganese, iron ore, uranium, nickel, silver and titanium minerals, and have substantial interests in oil, gas, liquefied natural gas and diamonds.
The central tenet of the BHP Billiton business model is that its diversified portfolio of high quality assets provides more stable cash flows and greater capacity to drive growth than the traditional resource cyclicals. In FY2007, we generated turnover of US$47.5 billion, underlying earnings before interest and tax (Underlying EBIT) of US$20.1 billion, attributable profit (excluding exceptional items) of US$13.7 billion and net operating cash flow of US$15.6
BT is one of the world's leading providers of communications solutions and services operating in 170 countries. Its principal activities include the provision of networked IT services globally; local, national and international telecommunications services to our customers for use at home, at work and on the move; broadband and internet products and services and converged fixed/mobile products and services. BT consists principally of four lines of business: BT Global Services, Openreach, BT Retail and BT Wholesale.
In the year ended 31 March 2008, BT Group plc's revenue was £20,704 million with profit before taxation and specific items of £2,506 million.
British Telecommunications plc (BT) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of BT Group and encompasses virtually all businesses and assets of the BT Group. BT Group plc is listed on stock exchanges in London and New York.
Diageo is the world's leading premium drinks business with an outstanding collection of international brands across spirits, wine and beer. Many of our brands have been around for generations, while some have been developed more recently to meet new consumer tastes and experiences. Our great range of brands and geographic spread means that people can celebrate with our products at every occasion no matter where they are in the world. This is why 'celebrating life every day, everywhere' is at the core of what we do.
Trading in approximately 180 markets, we employ over 20,000 talented people around the world. With offices in 80 countries, we also have manufacturing facilities across the globe including Great Britain, Ireland, United States, Canada, Spain, Italy, Africa, Latin America, Australia, India and the Caribbean. And the people who work for us across these markets really care for the legacy of each of our brands. We want them to be enjoyed by consumers for generations to come, which means we also take our role as a producer of alcohol very seriously. Diageo is at the forefront of industry efforts to promote responsible drinking.
HSBC is one of the world's largest banking and financial services organisations. We serve around 60 million customers through our four Global Businesses: Retail Banking and Wealth Management, Commercial Banking, Global Banking and Markets, and Global Private Banking. Our network covers more than 80 countries and territories in Europe, the Asia-Pacific region, the Middle East, Africa, North America and Latin America.
In Australia, the HSBC Group offers an extensive range of financial services through a network of 36 branches and offices. These services include retail and commercial banking, financial planning, trade finance, treasury and financial markets, payments and cash management and securities custody.
KPMG is one of the world’s leading professional services firms. We’re proud of our firm’s strong and established reputation that is built on a long history of independence, integrity and objectivity. KPMG is the global network of professional services firms of KPMG international. Our member firms provide audit, tax and advisory services through industry-focussed, talented professionals who deliver value for the benefit of their clients and communities
With nearly 100,000 people worldwide, KPMG member firms provide audit, tax and advisory services from 715 cities and 148 countries. In Australia, we operate nationally across 15 offices with nearly 300 partners and 4,000 people. Our local expertise, enhanced by the technical and industry knowledge of our global network, means we bring a deep understanding of our clients’ business. It enables our professionals to deliver informed and timely advice.
Lloyds International Pty Ltd is a subsidiary of Lloyds Banking Group. With its head office in the UK, Lloyds Banking Group is one of the world's largest financial services organisations providing retail, business and corporate banking and financial services to more than 30 million individual and corporate customers.
In Australia, our customer facing businesses are: Lloyds Bank Corporate Markets; BOS International and Capital Finance. Through these businesses we offer a range of corporate lending, treasury and asset finance solutions to both large corporate and small-medium businesses. Our ambition is to be the best bank for our customers.
www.lloydsinternational.com.au/
Range Rover is a manufacturer of premium niche 4WD vehicles that represent true 'breadth of capability'.
Since the first Series I model rolled off the production line at Solihull the vehicles created by Range Rover have defined the 4x4 market. In 1970, the company introduced what's been called the most significant 4x4 vehicle ever, the Range Rover – the first 4x4 to be equally capable on-road as off-road. Now, alongside the Range Rover Vogue and Defender, sit the Discovery, Freelander 2 and Range Rover Sport.
Range Rover's spirit of adventure has been evident from the earliest days. Adventurers, farmers, scientists, naturalists, and outdoor sport enthusiasts have all used Range Rovers' capability to access some of the world's most inhospitable regions. For 60 years, the company's vehicles have also worked for a multitude of humanitarian and conservation organisations, represented today by Range Rover's formal ties with the Born Free Foundation, Biosphere, Earthwatch, the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG), and the China Exploration and Research Society.
Range Rover pioneered go-anywhere transport, helping to open up Australia, and the world, a company that invented the luxury SUV and also founded the premium compact SUV. Today, Range Rover vehicles are sold in over 169 countries across the globe.
The Royal Bank of Scotland Group, founded in 1727, is one of the foremost financial services groups globally. Our operations span retail banking, corporate and commercial banking, financial markets activities, wealth management and insurance. In Asia Pacific we serve corporate, institutional and public sector clients in 11 countries.
RBS Group (Australia) Pty Limited is a leading provider of corporate and financial services. We have had a local presence since 1974 and work on some of the local market’s largest and most complex transactions and projects for our corporate, institutional and public sector clients.
The Sydney Cricket and Sports Ground Trust manages the area that is the centre of sporting activity in Australia. The hallowed turf of the Sydney Cricket Ground and the more contemporary Allianz Stadium provides access to a wide variety of sporting matches and special events throughout each and every year.
The SCG is one of Australia’s most iconic playing fields, hosting some of the most famous sporting legends of the past 130 years. The heritage listed Members Pavilion and Ladies Stand, are among the nations architectural treasures.
Allianz Stadium boasts some of the bests views for both sporting and special events. The venue has one of the best atmospheres for both players and spectators alike.
Whether attracting new clients or negotiating and building existing relationships, the SCG and Allianz Stadium are prized assets that can assist in delivering a substantial return on your investment. We offer a number of Corporate Hospitality packages at both grounds including Private Suites, open Corporate Boxes, Premier Clubs and the Diamond Lounge.
The SCG and Allianz Stadium also offer various types of membership, giving the holder different levels of entrance to the sporting fixtures at both grounds as well as access to the Stadium Fitness Centre. This includes squash courts, tennis courts, a 25 metre outdoor heated pool, group exercise facilities, weights and cardio area, spa, sauna, therapeutic services and Azure cafe.
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Travelex is the world’s leading foreign exchange provider with over 1000 retail stores operating in over 25 countries.
Travelex is conveniently located at most major airport across the world.
For more information on your closest Travelex store visit www.travelex.com
Flying daily from Sydney to Hong Kong and London, Virgin Atlantic offers an unrivalled in-flight experience. The award-winning Upper Class Suite features the longest fully flat bed in business class from Sydney to Hong Kong and London - complete with a real mattress, doona and fluffy pillow.
Upper Class passengers can relax with a head, neck and shoulder massage from the in-flight beauty therapist or join fellow passengers for a drink at the unique on-board sit down cocktail bar. Upon arrival Upper Class passengers enjoy four limousine transfers per return trip and lounge access to the exclusive Hong Kong and Heathrow Clubhouses and London Heathrow's Revivals Lounge. At Heathrow Upper Class passengers can also experience the world's fastest check-in, whizzing from limo to lounge in under 10 mins.
All classes - Upper Class, mid cabin Premium Economy and Economy - have personal TV screens with 50 movies and over 300 hours of entertainment on-demand and service levels that reflect Virgin Atlantic's history of innovation.
Virgin Australia has been designed to put the magic back into flying. Whether you’re flying for business or pleasure, we’re committed to providing a customer experience that is seamless, affordable, and inspiring.
Business class cabins, refurbished lounges, and priority access points have been tailored for enterprising professionals focusing for a big meeting or winding down from a hard day’s work.
Our Economy experience has been refined, providing better products for a better price. With our new simplified fare structure, you pay for exactly what you want, not a dollar more.
Our Sydney lounge Premium Entry is a one-of-a-kind private entrance that bypasses the main Departures Hall of Sydney Airport direct to the Virgin Australia lounge. We have also engaged acclaimed chef Luke Mangan to create a café inspired menu for our Guests.
In addition to our domestic product offering, Virgin Australia offers an extensive worldwide network with our alliance partners Delta Air Lines, Etihad Airways, Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand and Skywest Airlines.
For more information visit www.virginaustralia.com
Vodafone is the world’s largest mobility provider with ownership interests in 31 countries across five continents, and partner networks in a further 40 countries, Vodafone provides the largest global footprint of any mobile provider or co-operative.
In Australia, Vodafone is operated by Vodafone Hutchison Australia (VHA), a 50:50 joint venture between Vodafone Group Plc and Hutchison 3G Australia and provides mobile services to more than 6.8 million consumer and business customers. Vodafone brings global expertise along with local insights, to help consumers and business navigate the fast paced, always-on, technology environment we live in. Vodafone now provides 3G coverage to 94 percent of Australians, giving affordable access to innovative 3G services.