1、Job:20900447_1_Vedanta_UK_AR_2k8-2k9_Cover_1-4 Proof:05 Proof Read by:Operator:Darren Date:June 10,2009 2:00 AM Server:studio 3 Set-up:r o b:set-up only First Read/RevisionsThis Annual Report is printed on 100%recycled paper as certified by the UK-based National Association of Paper Merchants(NAPM).
2、The paper complies with strict quality and environmental requirements and is awarded international eco-labels such as the Nordic Swan,introduced by the Nordic Council of Ministers;the Blue Angel,the first world-wide environmental label awarded by the Jury Umweltzeichen;and the European Union Flower.
3、front cover:210 x 297 printer to adjust if necessary front flap:150 x 297 Our valuesEntrepreneurshipWe foster an entrepreneurial spirit throughout our businesses and value the ability to foresee business opportunities early in the cycle and act on them swiftly.Whether it be developing organic growth
4、 projects,making strategic acquisitions or creating entrepreneurs from within,we ensure an entrepreneurial spirit at the heart of our workplace.GrowthWe continue to deliver growth and generate significant value for our shareholders.Moreover,our organic growth pipeline is strong as we seek to continu
5、e to deliver significant growth for shareholders in the future.We have pursued growth across all our businesses and into new areas,always on the basis that value must be delivered.ExcellenceAchieving excellence in all that we do is our way of life.We strive to consistently deliver projects ahead of
6、time at industry-leading costs of construction and within budget.We are constantly focused on achieving a top decile cost of production in each of our businesses.To achieve this,we follow a culture of best practice benchmarking.TrustThe trust that our stakeholders place in us is key to our success.W