Stronger Together

Reinforcing our commitment to innovation and excellence 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

4 1 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.

2 3 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.

4 5 Real Estate Development Continental Development Corporation – Taiwan CEC Commercial Development Corporation – Taiwan

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

• Recent notable projects include: (In alphabetical order) Bangalore Metro Rail Project (India) CHC Fast Facts “Bridge up to Zenith” Residential Complex (Taiwan) Danshui Area Sewer System (Taiwan) • Continental Holdings Corporation (CHC) is publicly Delhi Metro Rail Project (India) listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TSE 3703). Hyderabad-Bangalore National Highway (India) Hyderabad City Outer Ring Road (India) • CHC traces its origins back to 1945, when our Min Sheng East Road Office Tower (Taiwan) visionary founder, Mr. Glyn T. H. Ing, incorporated Nassau Arawak Cay Port (USA) Continental Engineering Corporation. San Francisco Oakland Bay - Self-Anchored Suspension Bridge (USA) • Capital: US$ 288.8 million Photo by Taiwan High Speed Rail Corporation Tagus River Bridge-Rail Deck (USA) Taipei Mass Rapid Transit (Taiwan) • Head Office: Taiwan High Speed Rail (Taiwan) Continental Holdings Corporation Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport Access MRT System (Taiwan) 23F, No.95 Dun Hua S. Road, Sec. 2, “The Village” Residential Villa Complex (Taiwan) Taipei 106, Woodrow Wilson Bridge Bascule Spans (USA) 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

6 7 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 us towards the future with strength and confidence.

8 9 A Proud History Threading 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 Corporate genesis Global associates in respond to the challenges presented by our clients. It all goes back to 1941, when Mr. Glyn T.H. Ing, a In 1989, CEC gained unmatched access to markets visionary civil engineer, founded a construction in the Americas with a strategic investment in business in Chongquing, China. The company American Bridge Holding Company (ABHC) - the relocated to Shanghai in 1945. Renamed holding company of American Bridge Company, Continental Engineering Corporation (CEC), American Bridge Manufacturing, American Bridge it participated in post-war reconstruction and International and American Dock and Transfer. development projects. Founded in 1900, American Bridge has a storied In 1948, the company was reestablished in Taipei, history and a portfolio of some of the world’s most Taiwan, where it flourished and grew into the notable bridges. These include the San Francisco global player it is now. CEC has played a leading – Oakland Bay bridge, New York’s Verrazano- role in Taiwan’s infrastructure development, Narrows bridge, The Chesapeake Bay Bridge – the including the construction of major highways, longest continuous over-water steel structure, tunnels, bridges, power plants and buildings. More and Venezuela’s Orinoco bridge - the longest recently, the company is proud to have participated suspension bridge in South America. in Taipei’s acclaimed MRT projects and the groundbreaking, 345 km high speed railway Beyond bridges, the company’s landmark project that brings unrivaled mobility to over 90% structures include: of Taiwan’s population. The company’s connection • Empire State and Chrysler buildings to the project was strengthened when CEC’s in New York City Chairman, Ms. Nita Ing, was appointed Chairman • Willis Tower and John Hancock Center of Taiwan High Speed Rail Corporation – the body in Chicago overseeing the world’s largest BOT project. • Two of the world’s largest volume buildings: - Boeing 747 Assembly Building CEC has also been highly active in commercial, in Washington State industrial and residential real estate development. - Vehicle Assembly Building, Kennedy Space The growth of this arm of the business led to it Center, Florida being spun off in 2010 as a new entity named Continental Development Corporation (CDC). Based on its extensive engineering experience, American Bridge targets projects that require a Since the 1960s, CEC has focused on expanding its high level of technical sophistication. With the operations internationally, including Hong Kong, cross-sharing of construction experience and Southeast Asia, the Middle East and India. Due technology between American Bridge and CHC to the importance of its business on the Indian member companies, the group as a whole is subcontinent, CEC International Corporation greatly strengthened. (INDIA) Private Limited (CICI), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CEC, was established in 2005.

10 11 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 The Way We Operate improvements in efficiency, customer service and quality. Putting our combined strengths to work markets will present new engineering, construction and development challenges – challenges that our R&D people see only as The reputation and value of CHC is directly tied to the values that we weave into Innovating our way to the future everything we do. By championing integrity, innovation, quality and high caliber human opportunities. resources, we give real meaning to our philosophy of honouring customers and In an industry that thrives on creative solutions to Structured to be stronger together enhancing professionalism. physical challenges, CHC member companies have built an enviable reputation for innovation Continental Holdings Corporation was established and technical skills. Our R&D investments and to support and strengthen the companies that A heritage of the highest standards We take great pride in our people a culture for continuous innovation have led to develop independently and significantly under the development of numerous industry firsts. its umbrella. It represents the first step in a bold Our member companies work on significant CHC member companies employ over 2,000 people These attributes have benefitted CHC, its member new vision for a flexible structure that promotes construction and development projects that touch in different fields and on different continents. Our companies, and the civil engineering, construction our common values as well as the effective the lives of millions of people. Our clients range people are our lifeblood and we go out of our way and real estate development industries as a whole. management of CHC and its member companies. from national and local governments, to city to hire the right people and provide a working For example, we developed a new Shield Tunneling This cross-pollination will empower authorities and public and private enterprises. environment that builds loyalty, company pride, Method, complex construction structures, energy the individual companies to increase At this level of business, integrity and trust are as mutual respect and career path growth and conservation and environmental engineering their ultimate value to their important as the talents we bring to each project. attainment. technologies and specialized bridge erection and customers and shareholders. rehabilitation equipment. With integrity come credibility and a priceless Aside from regular training, we place great reputation in a less than perfect world. It is a way emphasis on mentorship, where senior people This R&D commitment will only increase in of doing business established by our founder and share their skills and experience on an ongoing the future, as we push towards new levels of proudly adhered to today by the executives who basis. We place great emphasis on hiring qualified integration, automation and environmental carry on his legacy. With integrity comes an inner staff through conscientious recruiting procedures, solutions. In addition, our push into developing strength to face and conquer all challenges. It and also develop core competency systems in is a way of operating that brings out our best in training and appraisal activities. engineering innovation and building quality.

12 13 Global Opportunities Our 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 Stronger on the global stage corporate structure with decades of infrastructure experience and R&D investment. 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.

14 15 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 Chesapeake Bay Bridge Recent Awards & Accreditations prize for Outstanding Civil Engineering Project by Building our reputation with peer recognition the Asian Civil Engineering Coordinating Council. CEC is one of the lead contractors on the project in 2010. CEC led the industry in attaining ISO 9001:2000 certification in 2003. By 2009, this was upgraded to Project CU02, Taiwan Taoyuan International ISO 9000:2008 standards. Airport Access MRT System received the Excellent Public Construction award for promoting labour In 2006, CEC became the first large-scale safety and health in 2010 from the Council Taiwanese company to receive OHSAS 18001:1999 of Labour Affairs, Executive Yuan (an executive certification. By 2009, this was upgraded to OHSAS branch of the Taiwan government). 18001:2007 standards.

Project CP265C, a sub-project of the Taipei MRT, Taiwan High Speed Rail received the Public Construction Golden Quality Award from the Public Construction Commission, “Bridge Up to Zenith” residential complex Guangyinshan Tunnel Project won 2008 Executive Yuan (an executive branch of the Taiwan Outstanding Tunnel Engineering Award from the government). Chinese Taipei Tunneling Association in 2008. “The Village” residential villa complex CEC awarded the Silver Medal for Construction development received the Taiwan Real Estate Technology Automation for developing a steel Excellence Association Award for “Best caisson used in deep foundation excavations in Construction Quality for a New Community”in special soil conditions. 2006.

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

16 17 Member Companies

Weaving innovation and excellence around the world 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. Table Of Contents An eight-lane expressway ringing Hyderabad City. The world’s longest self-anchored suspension bridge linking San Francisco to Oakland. Continental Engineering Corporation 02 Projects of member companies benefit millions around the world. Continental Development Corporation 16

American Bridge Company 26

CEC International Corporation (INDIA) 38

Hsin Dar Environment Corporation 46

4Photo by Taiwan High Speed Rail Corporation Taiwan High Speed Rail Station ( Taichung, Taiwan ) 1 Weaving our Strengths into 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

From humble beginnings to building Infrastructure construction is CEC’s core business, on the world stage with numerous highways, tunnels, bridges, mass rapid transit and high-speed rail projects attesting Continental Engineering Corporation (CEC) is to the company’s experience with complex and widely recognized as one of Taiwan’s prominent challenging projects. Chief among these are civil infrastructure and building contractors Taiwan’s first two national freeways, as well as the specializing in major public infrastructure projects acclaimed Taiwan High Speed Rail system and the and private-sector construction. Taipei MRT network.

CEC operates internationally in the global Building communities and commerce marketplace - a focus that will play an increasingly important role in the future of the company. CEC has a depth of building construction experience covering everything from residential A national treasure housing and community development to hotels, hospitals, office buildings, industrial The company traces its origins back to 1945 factories, landmark skyscrapers and specialized when our visionary founder, Mr. Glyn T. H. Ing installations. incorporated Continental Engineering Corporation. The company’s early years coincided with turbulent CEC fulfills the needs of its wide client base with times in China, but despite the challenges, CEC an ever-evolving range of services, an exceptional continued to build its business and reputation. customer orientation, the creation of value and delivering projects on time and of a quality After relocating to Taipei in 1948 from China, CEC expected from a world-class construction firm. engaged extensively in national infrastructure projects across Taiwan, including power plants, highways, tunnels, bridges, mass-transit systems, and government installations and factories.

2 Bih-tan Bridge ( Taipei, Taiwan ) 3 CEC Fast Facts 2001 - Project CP265C,a sub-project of Taipei MRT, received the Public Construction • Continental Engineering Corporation was Golden Quality Award from the Public founded in Shanghai, China in 1945. Construction Commission, Executive Yuan The company relocated to Taipei, Taiwan in 1948. (an executive branch of the Taiwan government). • Capital: US$ 155.0 million 2002 - CEC implemented the SAP Enterprise • Head Office: Resource Planning system. Continental Engineering Corporation 21F, No.95 Dun Hua S. Road, Section 2, 2004 - CEC recognized as the “Most Admired Taipei 106, Company in Taiwan in the construction Taiwan industry” by Common Wealth magazine – for the 6th time. Tel: +886-2-3701-1000 Fax: +886-2-3701-2888 2006 - CEC was the first large-scale Taiwanese www.cec.com.tw construction company internationally accredited with OHSAS:18001 for the • Recent company milestones: “Occupational Safety & Health Management System.” By 2009, this was 1991 - As part of the Six-Year National upgraded to OHSAS 18001:2007 standards. Development Plan project, CEC introduced new techniques including the Shield 2008 - CEC’s Guangyinshan Tunnel won the Tunneling Method for MRT tunnels and Outstanding Tunnel Engineering Award roadheader machines for rock from the Chinese Taipei Tunneling tunnel excavation. Association.

1996 - CEC became Taiwan’s first construction 2009 - CEC won the Excellent Award of the company to receive ISO 9001 accreditation. National Campaign for Work Security By 2003, this was upgraded to ISO and Health. 9001:2000 standards and by 2009, CEC attained ISO 9000:2008 standards. 2010 - The Taiwan High Speed Rail awarded first prize for The Outstanding Civil 1998 - The Taiwan High Speed Rail Consortium, Engineering Project by the Asian Civil of which CEC is one of the five initial Engineering Coordinating Council. members, was awarded the concession to CEC was a lead contractor on the project. build and operate the Taiwan High Speed Rail for 35 years . 2010 - Project CU02, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport Access MRT System 2000 - Min Sheng E. Road office tower received received the Excellent Public Construction an Excellence in Structural Engineering award for promoting labour safety and (EISE) Award from The Structural health in 2010 from the Council of Labour Engineers Association of Southern Affairs, Executive Yuan (an executive California (SEAOSC). branch of the Taiwan government).

4Photo by Taiwan High Speed Rail Corporation Taiwan High Speed Rail ( Taiwan ) 5 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.

Taichung Wuri Station

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

Transforming Taiwan at 300 km/h CEC 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. CEC was responsible for a 14 km route through the Paghuashan Mountain region, Connecting Taiwan’s most important urban centres requiring 13 bridges, 7 tunnels and massive earthworks. 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, Zuoying Station This 42 km long high speed rail elevated 80 km section of the line. One of the tunnels, the bridge was mainly built using a full span precast launching method. The standard 7.4 km Paghuashan Tunnel, is the longest on the viaduct features a pre-stressed concrete entire High Speed Rail line. box girder superstructure. It also included some segments with a nonstandard span. These required different construction Crossing three active earthquake faults and a difficult, sub-tropical terrain, the Taiwan High Speed methods, such as in-site balanced-cantilever Rail is a magnificent engineering achievement. The section constructed by CEC was perhaps the most construction and onsite shoring steel composite bridge work. challenging of all, traversing through mountainous areas with dense forests and deep ravines.

Photo by Taiwan High Speed Rail Corporation

6 7 TUNNEL

MAINTENANCE RESERVATION

INSULATION CLEARANCE

KINEMATIC ENVELOPE

EMERGENCY WALKWAY SAFTY AREA

SPRING LINE

FLEECE AND WATERPROOFING MEMBRANCE VAULT Paghuashan Tunnel of Taiwan High Speed Rail ( Changhua, Taiwan ) CABLE TROUGH

WATER RETAINING OUTER JOINT WATERSTOP Taking on the Paghuashan Mountains REINFORCED CONCRETE One 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, Paghuashan Tunnel Cross Section Diagram 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.

These tunnels in Tunnel construction began in April 2001 and was Paghuashan area are fully operational by April 2005. CEC is most proud one of the highlights of the 345 km Taipei of the fact that the project was completed two Photo by Taiwan High Speed Rail Corporation to Kaohsiung journey. months ahead of schedule, adding significantly to the progress of the THSR project. A supreme tunneling achievement

The design and construction of the Paghuashan Tunnel was the most critical phase of the C260 project. Close up view of the Paguashan tunnel. 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.

8 9 Showcasing CEC’s engineering skills Project CP261 Banqiao Line – Banqiao Station, Longshan Temple With project responsibility for 13 MRT commuter Station and 3,297 meters long, precast RC lined, stations and two depots, CEC had a leading role twin-bored tunnel constructed using two shield in the various consortia for the construction of TBM. several MRT projects. The projects breakdown are as follows: Project CN256 Nangang Line – Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall Project CB 420 Station and 1,920 meters long, precast RC lined, Wenshan-Neihu Line – Dazhi Station and 5,901 twin-bored tunnel constructed using Shield meters long, twin-bored, precast reinforced Tunneling Method. concrete (RC) lined tunnel constructed beneath the Taipei MRT System Projects ( Taipei, Taiwan ) Songshan Airport, National Highway #1 and the Project CR580A Keelung River. Xinyi Line – Daan Station, Daan Forest Park Station, plus 317 meters of cut and cover One of the finest metropolitan mass transportation systems in the world Project CD 550 underground pocket track, and 4,104 meters long Every day, over 1.4 million Metropolitan Taipei commuters rely on The Taipei Rapid Transit System, Tucheng Line – Fuzhong Station, Far Eastern shield tunnels. or Taipei Metro, to connect to their lives and livelihoods. And CEC’s construction made an important Hospital Station, Haishan Station, Tucheng contribution to the system. Station, Yongning Station and Tucheng Depot. The underground station work included civil Work included two underground RC stations, steel construction, electric and mechanical equipment, A significant milestone in Taipei’s structure Depot and three tunnels constructed environment control system, elevators and development using Shield Tunneling and Cut & Cover methods. escalators.

Operating in one of the most densely populated CEC’s role covered structural work, build-up and Project CU02 cities in the world, the 9-line, 93-station MRT tunneling. This includes integrating the track Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport Access has consistently been rated as one of the top works, electronic/maintenance(E/M) facility MRT System – 4 underground 2 level RC stations metro transit systems in the world by the Nova including water supply and lighting system as well including structural works of 3 station, 1 station International Railway Benchmarking Group and as E/M system for Electric Multiple Unit (6 trains / for architectural work and cut & cover tunnel the Community of Metros (Nova/CoMET). 36 cars), power supply, communication, and Depot structural work. equipment. 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.

Through the B1 concourse level of Banqiao Station, A total length of 3,392 meters of tunnel was Banqiao Station is located within the prosperous passengers can conveniently transfer to Taiwan Rail and constructed in Tucheng Line using Shield Tunneling “Banqiao New Station Special District” that has emerges Taiwan High Speed Rail. and Cut & Cover methods. as the CBD of New Taipei City.

10 11 A dramatic view of a magnificent construction This area of the Hsin Tien River at south of Bih-tan Bridge and Hsin Tien Tunnel ( Taipei, Taiwan ) accomplishment across the Hsin Tien River Taipei is well loved as a recreational area for and into Lion’s Head Mountain. boating and water sports.

There’s no stopping this freeway Two parallel structures, each supporting three lanes of highway, sweep over the Hsin Tien River and A standard-setting infrastructure development then bore into the Lion’s Head Mountain. CEC was responsible for this feat of construction that is both breathtaking and brilliant. 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. Engineered to keep Taipei moving The 160 meters main span holds and supports the entire bridge across the Hsin Tien River.

In 1997, CEC completed the Bih-tan Bridge and Hsin Tien Tunnel V Project Hsin Tien Tunnel – Three-lanes in both north-bound (503 meters in length) and south-bound (521 meters for the Taiwan Area National Expressway Engineering Bureau, Ministry in length) tunnels, 125 m2 of tunnel cross section, bored using a drill and blast method. Features steel of Transportation and Communications. A vital part of the Taiwan Second ribs, rock anchor, wire mesh, shotcrete for the primary lining, cast-in-place RC for the secondary lining. 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.

The three span, arched Bih-tan Bridge comprises The bridge carries 3 lanes of highway in each direction. two parallel pre-stressed A vital connection to the south of Taipei. concrete structures.

12 13 In 2000, the building received the Excellence in The main structure consists of 8 steel reinforced Structural Engineering (EISE) Award from The concrete main columns that extended along the Structural Engineers Association of Southern exterior of the building until 13th floor, where California (SEAOSC). 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 Min Sheng East Road Office Tower ( Taipei, Taiwan ) requirements.

This advanced construction technique and More than a headquarters, integration of materials varied from traditional a showcase building methods. It also allowed for an innovative Exposed concrete pillars and hexagonal structural steel way to distribute the weight loads of the building As Taiwan’s most respected construction firm, exoskeletons are the stand-out architectural features of from top to bottom without interior columns. building a new headquarters presented a unique this building. challenge. The tower had to both house our talent and showcase our talent by featuring an innovative The beauty behind the glass box design and advanced construction methods. The tower was home to CEC’s headquarters until 2004. The steel reinforced concrete (SRC) structure rises 13 stories above Taipei’s bustling Min Sheng East A striking office tower becomes Road thoroughfare. A 4-story parking basement a Taipei landmark brings the total floor area to over 17, 572 m2.

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. The 13-story premium office tower served as CEC’s headquarters until 2004. The spacious, flowing lines of the naturally bright lobby are An architectural landmark of Taipei complemented by the openness of the waffled ceiling. on Min Sheng East Road.

14 15 Enhancing Living & Working with innovative real estate 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.

Developing everything from individual Product planning – In line with growing properties to entire communities development trends, CDC’s product innovation and R&D efforts focus on designing residential housing Continental Development Corporation (CDC) is and office buildings for safety, healthy living, the newest member of the CHC family. From energy efficiency and environmental protection. residential housing, commercial complexes and office buildings, to shopping malls, comprehensive Marketing and sales strategy – To create added industrial factories, high-profile skyscrapers and product value, CDC employs customer information community development, CDC is making its mark management systems to strengthen its sales across Taiwan. channels and operational capabilities and enhance customer services. CDC also works with external A division grows into a corporation resources to expand available services to help build customer trust in the CDC brand. CDC began as part of the real estate development business operations of Continental Engineering Raising the standards in the real estate Corporation (CEC). The division spearheaded many development industry real estate development innovations, setting new standards in residential housing, commercial CDC is dedicated to providing products and buildings and complexes and new community services of exceptional quality through a development. better understanding of customers and their expectations. CDC strives to enhance the The growth of the division and changing market professionalism of its staff via ongoing training conditions led CEC to separate their construction programs, a clear division of responsibilities, and development operations, leading to the mentoring and knowledge transfer. incorporation of Continental Development Corporation in June 2010. The company aims to become a world class property development corporation whose Building the business by being the best in the mission is to create maximum value through business innovation, product and service quality, operational profitability and employee growth and CDC’s business strategy centres on four key areas. development.

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.

16 Bridge Up to Zenith ( Taipei, Taiwan ) 17 CDC Fast Facts Dun Hua South Road Office Tower – 31-story award winning office tower and CDC’s • Continental Development Corporation (CDC) was headquarters at Taipei’s CBD. established as a company in its own right after Continental Engineering Corporation decided to Essence – 37-units luxury residential building separate its construction and development that promotes garden living and accessible businesses. amenities.

• CDC was formally incorporated in Taiwan on Silence of Architecture – 10-story luxury June 2, 2010. residential building with only 15-units specially designed as a replica of Kyoto gardens through • Capital: US$ 103.0 million the use of water, light and shrubbery, and art.

• Head Office: The Peak of Abundance – 29-units luxury Continental Development Corporation residential building in the midst of a busy 12F, No.95 Dun Hua S. Road, Sec. 2, commercial district in Taipei. Taipei 106, Taiwan • Recent awards include:

Tel: +886-2-3701-3000 Bridge Up to Zenith – Received The Taiwan Real Fax: +886-2-3701-3999 Estate Excellence Award for “Best Planning & www.cecdevelopment.com Design in Residential Development.” This development is the first building in New Taipei • CDC is engaged in the planning, investment, City to receive Structural Accreditation Building building, sales and leasing of residential housing, approval from the Taiwan Architecture & Building commercial buildings and town communities Center (TABC). across Taiwan. The Village – Received the FIABCI Taiwan Real • Notable projects include: Estate Excellence Award for “Best Construction Quality for a New Community.” 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.

18 The Village ( Taipei, Taiwan ) 19 Behind the structure Specifications

The building features SRC technology for the 31-story deluxe office building 6-level basement and a SS structure for the 31 6-story basement floors above the ground. The south and west Total height : 135.5 meters side are fabricated with multiple layers of coated Excavation Depth : 22.95 meters insulating glass coating to provide exceptional Total Area : 46,643 m2 views and isolation from outside heat and noise.

Dun Hua South Road Office Tower ( Taipei, Taiwan )

Standing proud in Taipei’s CBD Rising 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.

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 An SRC structure with a total floor area of over 46,600 m2. renowned Dun Hua business district.

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

An insulated glass facade gives the tower its unique visual An architectural gem on one of Taipei’s and environmental appeal. most prominent streets.

20 21 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.

Residential Complexes - Bridge Up to Zenith & “The Peak of Abundance” The Peak of Abundance ( Taipei, Taiwan ) The building’s premium and elegant image was designed to provide serenity within a busy city. High-end residential complexes grace Taipei CDC is proud to have brought world-class residential style, innovations and luxury to the greater Taipei Inspired luxury area. Two developments - the 4-building Bridge Up to Zenith complex and the artfully elegant The Peak of Abundance building in Taipei. A stunning landscape design features multiple courtyards, one styled after Chanel’s garden in “Bridge Up to Zenith” Paris, with thick hedges, statues and aquatic touches to create a romantic atmosphere. The Some of the most high-profile architects, recreational area includes a Jacuzzi, vegetation designers and consulting engineers in the green wall and a lounge bar connected to the business worked on this Taiwanese-conceived swimming pool. project. These include Wimberly Allison Tong & Goo (WATG) - the world’s leading design Borrowing from the renowned American architect, consultancy for the hospitality, leisure and Frank Lloyd Wright, the art nouveau interiors entertainment industries, and the SWA Group – a of the 29 exclusive units combine wood, stone world leader in landscape architecture, urban and glass materials of natural color to create an design and planning. organic structure. The balcony, located at the entrance platform of each unit, creates a three Built-in character dimensional integration of the residence and The Peak of Abundance nature. Bridge Up to Zenith comprises four buildings that integrate business space and residential units. Inspiring structure The complex boasts recreational facilities such as a swimming pool, SPA pool, steam room, karaoke The Peak of Abundance stands 12 floors tall, with 3 floors below ground level. The structure utilizes box and other leisure facilities. A modern-style reinforced concrete for a high seismic dissipation value, while hollow floor slabs providing excellent garden located in the middle square extends to the heat and sound resistance. The pillar-free interiors of all units create clean, open spaces that provide full-scale landscaped balcony on the fourth floor. 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

22 23 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. The Village ( Taipei, Taiwan ) Villas feature a 15 mm breathing space between The Village’s award-winning environmental design and the exterior wall and the steel water/sound A most desirable neighbourhood subtle use of natural lighting effects has also received numerous accolades from the residents themselves. proofing system, providing a natural space for Nestled on 76 hectares in the hills of suburban Taipei, this award winning development of 860 villas is one air circulation. This both keeps the interiors cool of Taiwan’s most sought-after and successful residential areas. and prevents problems like efflorescence or Compatible with nature water leakage because it prevents sunshine and A healthy and sustainable community rainwater from making direct contact with the Built in two phases on a North-facing hillside structural body. slope, the project required a detailed planning 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, process that covered everything from water and including a 5-story, 4,400 m2 recreation centre overlooking Qingshan Lake. This leisure complex offers a land sustainability to public facilities, commuting golf practicing area, swimming pool and spa, gym, beauty saloon, convenient stores, restaurants, theatres, routes, building construction and landscape and children’s playground. design.

A secure and tranquil lifestyle To maintain the original appearance of the natural environment, the development process A comprehensive security system is integrated followed strict balance cut and fill principles. Six into the whole neighbourhood. This includes major blind ditches were laid under the complex, surveillance and access control system and a connected to a web of secondary ditches to build security control center. Public areas and villas up an efficient sub-surface draining system that both have emergency aid systems installed as also effectively stabilized the land base. well as fire, smoke, and gas detecting systems. Professional security staff provide 24/7 patroling in Given The Village’s hillside location, both direct every section. and indirect retaining structures were required The 5-story recreational centre overlooking Qingshan Lake to meet the varied land bearing capacities and creates a harmonious sense between inhabitants, nature characteristics. Vegetation for slope protection and structure. helped to maintain the natural greenery and views,

The Village is a place where people, interior and exterior spaces and the environment live in harmony. while enhancing the slope’s capacity to withstand A high-quality and safe living environment, ideally located in This is enhanced by the complex’s award-winning environmental design and subtle use of natural impact by rain. the wooded hills outside Taipei. lighting effects. Here, residents can leave the bustle and pace of the city behind them and enjoy a unique tranquility.

24 25 Integrating technical sophistication into structures that are marvels of engineering

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.

Over a century of building some Unique training & mentoring of the most inspiring structures of our time A 5-year, in-house training program enables Continental Holdings Corporation (CHC) maintains managers to pass down priceless knowledge a strategic investment in American Bridge accumulated over a century of engineering Holding Company (ABHC) - the holding company complex structures. Each new graduate hired is of American Bridge Company, American Bridge mentored by groups of experienced professional Manufacturing, American Bridge International and engineers. The program is diverse – engineering American Dock and Transfer. candidates rotate through five different projects, in addition to their hands-on and classroom A legendary history experience. This ensures that American Bridge’s people are steeped in a culture of engineering American Bridge was founded after a merger innovation, enjoy a common set of values and of 28 bridge and structural companies in 1900. develop the highest levels of professional As a result, the company began to operate standards. on an unprecedented scale, establishing the practicality of steel as the basic product in large Weaving past and present into the future scale infrastructure - including bridges, power and water transmission and military facilities. It’s A vertically integrated engineering, manufacturing dozen or so factories, hundreds of construction and construction company, American Bridge engineers and thousands of skilled workers operates throughout the United States and played a dominant role in the development of the on selected projects worldwide. It serves the infrastructure of the United States and many other stable and steadily growing transportation, countries. infrastructure, military and industrial markets, as well as certain high growth industries including Specialized expertise aerospace and entertainment.

American Bridge has built some of the most iconic As a brand that has been present in the market bridges and structures in the world. It specializes for over a century, American Bridge continually in the erection of cable supported, movable, builds on its excellent engineering capabilities. arch, truss and other complex structures, Its specialization and unique knowledge base coastal marine construction and the repair and ensures a unique edge over competitors and gives reconstruction of bridges of all types. It also American Bridge a high market demand value. manufactures a range of structural steel and precast concrete products and specialized erection equipment.

26 John Hancock Centre ( Chicago, USA ) 27 American Bridge Fast Facts Richmond District Bridge and marine construction on the eastern • American Bridge Company, (Incorporated in seaboard, from Maine to Georgia (excl. New York Delaware, USA) was founded on April 14, 1900. City metropolitan area).

• Head Office: 7401 Beaufont Springs Drive, Suite 301, American Bridge Company Boulders, VA 23225 1000 American Bridge Way, Tel: +1-804-327-9540 Coraopolis, PA 15108 USA Tampa District Bridge and marine construction projects along Tel: +1-412-631-1000 the Gulf Coast, from Florida through Texas, Fax: +1-412-631-2000 Central America and the Caribbean. www.americanbridge.net 5430 West Tyson Avenue, Main Equipment Yard, and Northeastern Tampa, FL 33611 Fabricating Shop is in Pittsburgh, Tel: +1-813-254-4127 Pennsylvania, USA. Special & International Projects • USA District Operating Units: Large domestic bridge construction projects delivered under alternative delivery systems, Pittsburgh District including public/private partnerships or design/ Bridge construction and rehabilitation from the build. Projects outside of the United States. Ohio River and tributaries through the states surrounding the Great Lakes. 1000 American Bridge Way, Coraopolis, PA 15108 1000 American Bridge Way, Tel: +1-412-631-1000 Coraopolis, PA 15108 Tel: +1-412-631-1000 Kansas City District Bridge and marine construction in Missouri, Western District Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, Illinois, Arkansas, Bridge and marine construction in California, Oklahoma and surrounding Midwestern Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Utah, Arizona states. and New Mexico. 7301 West 129th Street, Suite 130, 375 Burma Road, Overland Park, MO 66213 Oakland, CA 94607 Tel: +1-913-948-5800 Tel: +1-510-808-4600

28 San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge West Span ( San Francisco, USA ) 29 American Bridge Manufacturing • Notable projects include: Strategically located to fabricate steel bridges and their components. San Francisco Oakland Bay Self - Anchored Suspension Bridge – The world’s longest self- 2000 American Bridge Way, anchored suspension bridge. Coraopolis, PA 15108 Tel: +1-412-631-3000 Woodrow Wilson Bridge Bascule Spans – One of the major bridge that connects Virginia and New York District Maryland over the Potomac River. Bridge and marine construction in the New York City metropolitan area and portions of Orlando Airport Elevated People mover – metropolitan New Jersey and Connecticut. Elevated transit systems/people movers that connected the large main terminal building One Bridge Plaza, Suite 340, and four airside concourses of The Orlando Fort Lee, NJ 07024 International Airport Florida. Tel: +1-201-592-1200 Empire State and Chrysler buildings – • International Subsidiary Companies: Renowned superstructures constructed in New York. AB Bahamas AB Canada Willis Tower and John Hancock Centre – AB Chile Renowned superstructures constructed in AB Honduras Chicago. AB Mexico AB Norway Boeing 747 Assembly Building in Washington AB Puerto Rico & the Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center – Two of the world’s largest volume • Major project types undertaken: buildings.

- Cable supported, movable, truss, arch, girder • In 2010, American Bridge received the American and railroad bridges Concrete Institution Award for Excellence in - Bridge rehabilitation and reconstruction Concrete Construction for the Chesapeake Bay - Coastal marine construction projects including Bridge Replacement and Rehabilitation project. 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

30 Woodrow Wilson Bridge ( Virginia-Maryland, USA ) 31 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.

San Francisco-Oakland Bay Self-Anchored Suspension Span As befitting a company of its caliber, American (SAS) ( San Francisco, USA ) Bridge was responsible for the design of the SAS and its components, the fabrication of the structural steel and the structure’s entire Another breathtaking achievement from American Bridge construction. This is another American Bridge Over the past eleven decades, American Bridge has built many of the world’s most innovative, recognized project for the record books. and record breaking bridges. This Self-Anchored Suspension (SAS) span – the East Span of the new Bay When completed in 2014, the 624 meters long structure Bridge - is one more for the record books. When completed in 2014, the 624 meters (2,047 feet) long will be the longest Self-Anchored Suspension bridge in the world. engineering marvel will be the longest SAS bridge in the world.

bridge. The steel tower is 160 meters tall and A textbook example of form and function composed of four legs strutted together. Special attention was given to the structure’s ability to The SAS is the signature span of the entire new absorb seismic energy during an earthquake to Bay Bridge project linking San Francisco and protect the tower from catastrophic damage. Oakland. It has been designed to complement the existing towers of the West Span of the Bay Bridge. The span and cable work Its unique, asymmetrical, single cable design goes beyond giving the span world-class status. It gives The 565 meters suspended span includes a 385 drivers, cyclists and pedestrians unencumbered meters main-span and a 180 meters side span. views of the surrounding Bay, plus state-of-the-art The deck is composed of twin steel orthotropic box protection in the event of an earthquake. Special girders, each 28 meters wide. They are strutted seismic safety elements set new standards and together for an out-to-out width of over 60 meters. are designed to ensure that the bridge’s structural In addition, there is a 5 meters wide bike path integrity is not compromised, even if rocked by a cantilevered from one of the boxes. massive earthquake. The 1,400 meters long, 800 mm diameter main Building the world’s longest Self-Anchored cable is made up of 137 prefabricated parallel wire Suspension bridge strands with 127 wires per strand and wrapped This entire contract is comprised of structural steel Tipping up the 1,043 mt leg sections and 160 meters tall with “Z” wire. It runs continuously from the east This project included the construction of a new 625 fabrication and erection. Around 50,145 mt of structural SAS tower involved an unprecedented level of engineering deck to the anchorage, up to the tower top, across steel was used to complete the bridge. and construction expertise. meters single-tower, self-anchored suspension

32 33 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 Woodrow Wilson Bridge Bascule Spans ( Virginia-Maryland, USA ) 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 Each bascule girder is 62.18 meters long, 6.07 wide and is a major artery in Washington DC. meters deep at the deepest point, and weighs An innovative drawbridge that draws critical acclaim about 204,000 kg. The heaviest erection picks were The Woodrow Wilson Bridge is connected to one of seven highways crossings over the Potomac River up to 544 tons. The total quantity of concrete used within the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. American Bridge won the contract to construct the main was 30,600 cubic meters. The contract included three spans of the 35-span crossing, including the critical eight-leaf trunnion bascule movable section. the fabrication and installation of all operating machinery, and construction of the operator’s Bridging the USA’s most important beltway house. Machinery included racks, pinions, primary and auxiliary motors, primary and secondary This bridge crosses the tip of the southernmost corner of the District of reducers, bearings, trunnions, span locks, and Columbia, carrying the I-95/I-495 Capital Beltway over the Potomac River electrical controls. 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 The bridge was completed in March 2008, with function. When necessary, its eight leaves pivot upwards to allow tall shipping American Bridge self-performing navigating the Potomac River to pass through its structure. the installation of all mechanical equipment.

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

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.

34 35 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

Tie rod installation Arawak Cay Port Development ( Nassau, Bahamas ) The Government of the Bahamas has acclaimed American Bridge’s contribution to the Arawak Cay Port Development. The project cements Building a new gateway to Nassau and the Bahamas American Bridge’s presence in the Bahamas as The Arawak Cay Port Development centres around the reconstruction of a former industrial site at the well as adds to the company’s success with major western end of Nassau Harbour. When completed in 2011, Arawak Cay will serve as the main cruise, port development construction throughout the container, and bulk shipping port for Nassau, on New Providence Island. American Bridge was contracted Caribbean. to bring its extensive marine project experience and innovative engineering solutions to the port.

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 Concrete bulkhead encapsulation 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 A former industrial site in Nassau Harbour has been turned marine furnishings. Upland work includes an into a thriving cruise ship, container and bulk vessel port, serving the Bahamas’ capital city and tourist playground. eight-million gallon water storage tank to replace West roro ramp- 36 inch piles AZ37-700 sheet pile installation

36 37 Moving millions nationally with our international expertise

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 A local company with a world of experience on projects such as the Hyderabad-Bangalore Highway and Delhi Mass Rapid Transit System. With the recent award of Bangalore Metro Rail CEC International Corporation (INDIA) Private Corporation Limited’s UG 2 project, where CICI Limited (CICI) is a civil construction company is in joint venture with CEC and other leading based in Delhi, India. The company began companies in India, CICI is now a successful operations in April 2006 and is wholly owned and growing participant in India’s transportation by Continental Engineering Corporation. While infrastructure development. 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 Shield TBM of Delhi MRT BC16 Project (Delhi, India)

38 Delhi Mass Rapid Transit System ( Delhi, India ) 39 CICI Fast Facts underground stations on the Central Secretariat - Qutab Minar Corridor. Completed 2010. • The company commenced operations in April 2006 in Delhi, India. Hyderabad City Outer Ring Road – Construction of a 13.38 km, 8-lane, access controlled • Capital: US$ 9.8 million expressway - including flyovers and two major bridges. Completion 2011. • Head Office: CEC International Corporation (INDIA) Hyderabad-Bangalore National Highway – Private Limited Two projects - 42.6 km and 40 km of highway. DLF Tower 9A, 9th floor, Culverts, minor and major bridges, grade Cyber City DLF Phase III, separators, rail over/under bridges, widening Gurgaon, Haryana 122002, & rehabilitation, repair of existing bridges, India bypasses, detours, service roads and reconstruction of the existing carriageway. Tel: +91-124-458-8888 Completed 2010. Fax: +91-124-458-8897 www.cici.co.in Rajasthan East-West Corridor – 59.72 km of highway completed 2008, including new • Project Experience: 2/4 lane bypasses, detours, service roads and Tunnels, Highways, Bridges, Industrial Factories, reconstruction, strengthening and widening of Special Economic Zone. the existing carriageway.

• Notable projects include: Special Economic Zone Development – Project was for Apache Footwear India Pvt. Ltd. in Bangalore Metro Rail – Design and construction Tada Mandal, Nellore District Andhra Pradesh. of four underground stations linked by 2.5 km of Constructed all buildings inside the Special twin tunnels. Completion 2013. Economic Zone, including civil structural work, flooring, finishing, utilities and accessories. Delhi Metro Rail – Design and construction of Completed 2007. tunnels between two stations and four

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

40 Hyderabad-Bangalore National Highway ( Hyderabad-Bangalore, India ) 41 Hyderabad-Bangalore National Highway Projects ( Hyderabad-Bangalore, India )

New sections of the highway Working with India’s most important Authorities were built parallel to the existing carriageway CICI is privileged to have been contracted by the National Highway Authority of India to upgrade two 40 km without disrupting the daily stretches of National Highway #44 (NH44) – the main North-South artery on the Indian subcontinent. traffic flow.

Helping to improve a vital stretch of highway In both cases, the work involved constructing a new 2 lane highway parallel to the existing carriageway The highway between Hyderabad and Bangalore is one of the most traveled sections of National Highway and the construction of a new 2/4 lane roadway. #44. Passing through two states, Andhra Pradesh in the north and Karnataka in the south, the project vastly improved the capacity, surface and safety of the crucial highway that links almost 10 million people CICI was also responsible for the construction of culverts, minor and major bridges, grade separators, rail who live in both cities. over/under bridges, widening & rehabilitation, repair of existing bridges, by-passes, detours, service roads and reconstruction, strengthening and widening of the existing carriageway. On the road with CICI With the project’s completion in 2010, over 600 km of road was transformed into a true multi-lane highway. 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

A completed section from project C-12, with the existing carriageway and the construction of a new 2/4 lane road on the right and the new road on the left. roadway.

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

42 43 2 Metro 1 Metro

2 Metro 1 Metro

1 Metro

Inder Lok Kashmere Delhi Gate Shahdara Chandni Chowk 1 Patel Nagr Metro Kirti Nagar Inder Lok Kashmere Delhi Gate Shahdara New Delhi Chandni 3 Chowk Metro Patel Nagr Kirti Nagar Rajiv Chowk New Delhi 3 Metro

Rajiv Chowk Central Secretariat Central PragatiSecretariat Udyog Maidan Pragati Bhawan Maidan

Race Course CICI awarded Delhi Delhi Mass Rapid Transit System Projects ( Delhi, India ) Metro project between 3 Jor Bagh Metro Green Park and Udyog 3 Bjawan, having twin River Yamuna Metro Taking part to keep a nation’s Capital moving tunnels of 8 kms and 3 6.25 meters outer With experience, innovation and passion, CICI made an important contribution to the development of Metro River Yamuna diameter with four Delhi’s MRT system. The Delhi Metro serves three cities with over 14 million inhabitants in India’s National INA under ground stations Capital Region - Delhi, Gurgaon and Noida. Currently, the state-of-the-art system moves over3 three million commuters a day. Metro AIIMS

A world-class solution to commuter gridlock Green Park

By the late 1980s, a huge population increase Delhi Metro Route Map of 2010 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 In a joint venture with local construction company, CICI was the driving force in the design, development by 1995, the Indian and Delhi governments set and implementation2 of the project that covered the construction of four 2-kilometer twin tunnels and four Metro up the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) to underground Metro stations on the Central Secretariat – Qutab Minar corridor of the Metro. The stations oversee the development and construction of the are Race Course, Jor Bagh, INA and AIIMS. Delhi metro system. With two of the four phases currently completed, the Metro’s five lines and The tunnels have an outer diameter of 6.25 meters 130 stations play a huge part in relieving traffic and were bored with four Shield TBM machines. congestion and commuter headaches in this The stations were built using the Cut & Cover bustling metropolis. construction method. 2 MRT experience put to work Metro The project was completed in 2010, in time for the Commonwealth Games, bringing new levels of With extensive experience in building complex efficiency and convenience to commuters in the metro MRT systems, CICI was chosen as lead National Capital Region of India. contractor responsible for all major work on the

Shield Tunnel Boring Machine - a key piece of equipment Phase II BC-16 project for the Delhi Metro Rail Part of the tunnel leading to AIIMS Delhi Metro station with employed by CICI engineers on the Delhi Metro project. Corporation. an outer diameter of 6.25 meters.

44 45 Upgrading Environmental Standards with 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 Engineering a better quality of life keep abreast of the latest advances in technology. The company invests in R&D to ensure Hsin Dar’s As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Continental employees and cutting-edge facilities continue Engineering Corporation (CEC), Hsin Dar to raise the bar in pursuit of excellence and to Environment Corporation was founded to fulfill provide a full complement of professional services a very special mission - To deploy advanced to our customers. 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 Control and Administration Building of Danshui Area of work covers research and analysis, design Sewage Treatment Plant ( Taipei, Taiwan )

46 Danshui Area Sewage Treatment Plant ( Taipei, Taiwan ) 47 Hsin Dar Fast Facts 2005 - CEC environmental project team received the BOT Project covering the Sewer • Hsin Dar Environment Corporation was System in the Danshui area for 35 years. established in 2006 in Taiwan as a Accordingly, North Shore Corporation wholly-owned subsidiary of Continental was established by CEC as a chartered Engineering Corporation. company to build and then operate the Danshui Area Sewer System BOT Project. • Head Office: Hsin Dar Environment Corporation 2006 - Hsin Dar Environment Corporation 19F, No.95 Dun Hua S. Road, Sec. 2, established. Taipei 106, Taiwan 2006 - Hsin Dar awarded the Design, Building and Management Planning contract for Tel: +886-2-3701-6600 the Danshui Area Sewer System for North Fax: +886-2-3701-2333 Shore Corporation. www.continental-holdings.com 2007 - The joint venture of CEC and Hsin Dar • Core business operations and services include: awarded the tender of Baoshan Water Treatment Plant Phase III worth US$ 28.6 Water treatment systems million. The contract marked the Industrial wastewater treatment systems successful entry of Hsin Dar into the water Sewage treatment systems treatment field. Advanced processes Sea water desalination systems 2008 - Hsin Dar awarded the Operational Project Environmental laboratory analysis contract for the Danshui Area Sewer Facilities operation and management System for North Shore Corporation.

• Notable company milestones:

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

48 Baoshan Water Treatment Plant ( Hsinchu, Taiwan ) 49 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

Danshui Area Sewer System BOT Project ( Taipei, Taiwan ) The UV Disinfection System is environmentally friendly, with no dangerous chemicals to handle or store and no chance of overdosing. The first BOT sewage treatment plant Hsin 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.

Anaerobic Sludge Digester

The Anaerobic Sludge Digester employs an anaerobic The Danshui Area Sewer Treatment Plant serves a processes with hydraulic mixing to save energy input, population of over 160,000 in Taipei. 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 Control and Administration Building 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 The Danshui Area Sewer Treatment Plant’s control and meters and a treatment plant with the capacity to process 56,000 cubic meters of sewage per day. The administration building has an ecological design, with energy saving, waste reduction and health features.

50 51 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 Air/water nozzle installation requires precise and accurate Baoshan Water Treatment Plant Phase III Expansion ( Hsinchu, Taiwan ) installation and adjusting. per day verification test. The customer’s strict requirements were successfully met by the Hsin A watershed accomplishment for Hsin Dar Dar team. The 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.

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 A high-performance Filter Press Sludge Dewatering System ensures the water content of the sludge cake remains industrial region. The third phase of the project below 60%. 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

Sludge thickener for concentration of sludge by gravity. key to the success of the project. Hsin Dar is proud

The plant’s nerve centre is housed in a control and The Rapid Sand Filters effectively remove finer solids from administration building. the water.

52 53 Civil & Building Construction Operating Revenue Corporate Financial Performance Progressive expansion in global construction markets

Revenue Consolidated Operating Revenue of Our Core Businesses �(US$ million) Revenue from Construction by Market Outstanding compound annual growth of 14.1% 900 $886 $835 Revenue Operating Profit 800 $772 �(US$ million) CHC Consolidated Revenue and Operating Profit (US$ million) 700 $58 $664 38% 33% 1,600 60 600 37%

1,400 $49 $49 500 39% 50 $434 1,200 $42 $42 400 CAGR 40 52% +23.7% 1,000 300 CAGR 200 800 +14.1% 30 100 48% 61% 62% 67% 63% Taiwan 600 20 0 Overseas Markets $612 $825 $1,085 $1,064 $1,038 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010* 400 Compound Annual Growth Rate 10 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010* 200 Consolidated Revenue (US$ million) (2006-2010) Operating Revenue 434 664 886 835 772 15.5% 0 0 Operating Profit 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010* Overseas Markets 208 402 553 559 488 23.7% Compound Annual Growth Rate 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010* (US$ million) (2006-2010) Taiwan 226 262 333 276 284 5.9% Total Revenue 612 825 1,085 1,064 1,038 14.1% * 2010 data based on unaudited financial results as of December 31, 2010 Civil & Building Construction 434 664 886 835 772 15.5%

Real Estate Development & Others 178 161 199 229 266 10.6% Real Estate Development Operating Revenue Impressive margin growth of 23.9% Operating Profit 42 49 42 49 58 8.3% Revenue Revenue * 2010 data based on unaudited financial results as of December 31, 2010 �(US$ million) Revenue and Margin % Generated from Property Margin %

350 40% Business Portfolios 2010* 38% 35% Construction & Development business Specializing in bridge and metro tunneling 300 31% 29% 30% 250 Civil & Building Others 25% Real Estate Construction India USA 5% 25% Development 74% Marine Bridge 8% 55% 50% (Including operations 200 21% & Others 8% in Americas and Norway) 26% 20% Road 150 8% 15% Construction Construction Total 100 $168 $149 $189 $217 $263 Revenue Revenue Taiwan Revenue 10% US$ 1,038m Building US$ 772m 37% US$ 772m 15% 50 (Projects %) (Regions %) 5% Revenue

0 0% Revenue Margin % 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010* Metro Compound Annual Growth Rate 14% 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010* (US$ million) (2006-2010) (US$ million) (US$ million) (US$ million) Operating Revenue 168 149 189 217 263 11.8% Core Business Revenue Breakdown Construction Revenue by Projects Construction Revenue by Regions Bridge 384 50 % USA 422 55 % Realty Sales 154 136 177 206 251 13.0% Civil & Building 772 74 % Metro** 113 14 % Taiwan 284 37 % Construction Rental Income 14 13 12 11 12 -3.9% Civil Road 63 8 % India 66 8 % Real Estate Marine 59 8 % Revenue Margin 35 44 48 82 82 23.9%

Development & 266 26 % Others** 37 5 % * 2010 data based on unaudited financial results as of * 2010 data based on unaudited financial results as of December 31, 2010 Others December 31, 2010 Building 116 15 % ** Tunneling construction included Disclaimer : The information contained within this brochure package is for promotional purposes. It is not, and may not be relied on in any manner, as legal, tax or investment advice. Nor is it an authorized offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy an interest in any investment. In no event shall Continental Holdings Corporation be liable for any direct or indirect damage or loss arising out of or in Note : All financial figures in this brochure package are converted to USD. Exchange rate : 1 USD = 29.13 NTD = 44.88 INR as of December 31, 2010. connection with the use of this information.