ASEC CEMENT is a platform for investments in emerging cement markets in the Middle East and North Africa Region and was created in November 2005 by Citadel Capital, the MENA region's leading private equity firm. We plan on having cement plants in high-growth markets in Egypt, Algeria, Syria, Sudan and Kurdistan in order to be able to satisfy the continuously increasing demands for cement in these countries. ASEC CEMENT is continuing its effort to streamline operations and make the most of the opportunities that still exist in the region in order to create value for its customers as well as for its shareholders www.asecement.com www.takamolcement.com www.asecreadymix.com