Hong Kong's leading airline, Cathay Pacific Airways flies passengers and cargo to about 120 destinations around the globe, including some served by code-sharing partners. (Code-sharing allows airlines to sell tickets on one another's flights and thus extend their networks.) Cathay Pacific's partners include fellow members of the Oneworld alliance, which is led by AMR's American Airlines, British Airways, and Japan Airlines. Overall, Cathay Pacific, regional subsidiary Dragonair, and majority-owned cargo unit Air Hong Kong maintain a fleet of about 120 aircraft. Airline operations account for nearly all of the company's sales; other Cathay Pacific units provide flight catering, maintenance, and related services.

Boeing Satellite Systems International is happiest when its products are far, far away. The company is a contracting unit for commercial spacecraft within Boeing's Space & Intelligence Systems division. It manufactures communications, meteorological, military, and research satellites. Boeing Satellite Systems International built the world's first geosynchronous communications satellite (Syncom); since its inception in 1961, the company estimates that it has manufactured almost 40% of all the communications satellites in commercial service today. Typical satellite applications include weather forecasting, radar mapping, telecommunications, satellite television, and national security.

NATS provides air traffic control services at 15 of the UK's biggest airports, and "en-route" air traffic services for aircraft flying through UK airspace. This year NATS will handle more than two million flights carrying over 220 million passengers. NATS compete for our business at the airports and have won all 15 of our contracts by being extremely good at what NATS do and the service NATS can offer. In 2005 NATS won first overseas contract, for RAF Gibraltar.NATS "en route" business is regulated, and NATS operate under licence from the Civil Aviation Authority. The terms of NATS licence, available in full on the CAA website, require NATS to be capable of meeting on a continuous basis any reasonable level of overall demand. NATS are charged with permitting access to airspace on the part of all users, whilst making the most efficient overall use of airspace. NATS is leading the industry in terms of technological and business development and sells a range of product and consultancy services.

CAE is a world leader in providing simulation and modelling technologies and integrated training solutions for the civil aviation industry and defence forces around the globe. With annual revenues exceeding C$1.6 billion, CAE employs more than 6,500 people at more than 75 sites and training locations in 20 countries. We have the largest installed base of civil and military full-flight simulators and training devices. Through our global network of 29 civil aviation and military training centres, we train more than 75,000 crewmembers yearly. We also offer modelling and simulation software to various market segments and, through CAE's professional services division, we assist customers with a wide range of simulation-based needs. CAE was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Canada. With clients in more than 100 countries, CAE has the broadest global reach of any simulation and training equipment and services company on the market. Ninety per cent of CAE's annual revenues are derived from worldwide exports. CAE's shares are traded on the Toronto and New York stock exchanges (TSX: CAE; NYSE: CAE). Dedicated to innovation, we devote close to 10 per cent of our revenues annually to research and development.

Northrop Grumman Information Systems is a leading global provider of advanced solutions that deliver timely, enabling information to where its needed most for its military, intelligence, civilian, state and local and commercial customers. We are a $10 billion business employing approximately 35,000 employees with offices in 50 states and 18 countries.

Swissport International Ltd., which is owned by Ferrovial, a leading European infrastructure and service corporation based in Spain, provides ground services for over 70 million passengers and 3.5 million tonnes of cargo a year on behalf of some 650 client companies. With its workforce of around 32 000 personnel, Swissport is active at 181 airports in 38 countries on five continents, and generated consolidated operating revenue of CHF 1.9 billion (EUR 1.3 billion or USD 1.8 billion) last year.

Northstar’s proven world-class expertise in advanced sonar technology bodes well for the company’s prospects in many industries. The three main categories are Advanced Sonar Technology, Electronic Contract Manufacturing and Systems Integration.Northstar designs and manufactures sonar detection systems for the HOMELAND SECURITY and military defense industries. These systems detect and track combat divers to protect aircraft carriers, ships, harbors and ports.We use our world-class sonar and marine engineering expertise to develop the sonar hardware and the mechanical housings for the underwater components of these systems.The recent international focus on HOMELAND SECURITY and anti-terrorism will provide dividends for Northstar’s shareholders.

Terma has evolved into a global supplier of high-tech products and technology to the defense and aerospace industries. The group's international customers contribute more than 80% of Terma's total sales. Non-defense businesses of Terma include air traffic management systems, radar systems, IT services, and equipment for the space industry. The group has established a presence in the US with the 2004 formation of subsidiary Terma North America in Georgia and Washington, DC. Customers of the group include the Royal Netherlands Air Force, the Royal Danish Navy, the US Air Force, and Northrop Grumman. Orla and Svend Aage Jargensen founded Terma in 1944.

Since establishing Israir in 1996, our goals have been focused on securing flight safety and creating a more enjoyable experience by returning a personal touch to air travel. Israir continues to place customer relations at the center of its activities by incorporating the best resources in training for continued excellence. Israir Airlines company began with domestic flights to and from Eilat, Ben Gurion Airport, Dov Airfield, and Haifa. Israir Airlines flights have increased substantially by flying internationally to Europe and the U.S. Israir Airlines elite fleet of planes includes the Airbus 320, 767-300ER, and ATRs and serves as our countryÒ³ second largest carrier. Israir continues to offer the highest possible level of quality in the newest planes. For your convenience, Israir Airlines staff of 350 employees is multilingual, and Israir Airlines have exceptional working relations with various hotels, car rental companies, and tourism sites for the express reason of providing you with all the amenities you need to enjoy a safe and fun-filled vacation.

Rolls-Royce, is a global business, providing and supplying integrated power systems for use on land, at sea and in the air. The Group has established a strong position in - civil aerospace, defence aerospace, marine and energy markets.The Rolls-Royce Group has a broad customer base including more than 600 airlines, 4,000 corporate and utility aircraft and helicopter operators, 160 armed forces, more than 2,000 marine customers, and energy customers in nearly 120 countries. With facilities in 50 countries, Rolls-Royce employs 39,000 people worldwide and has businesses headquartered in the UK, US, Canada, Germany, Scandinavia, Singapore and China. This global presence allows the Group to access long-term international growth opportunities. Rolls-Royce continues to invest in core technologies, products, people and capabilities.In 2008, Rolls-Royce invested £885 million on research and development, two thirds of which was aimed at further improving the environmental aspects of the Group’s products. The primary technology investment is directed towards reducing noise and emissions.

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