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July 2007 - Lancaster House International Consulting Launches New Website

We at Lancaster House International Consulting are delighted that this month sees the launch of our new website, in response to global market developments and changes in technical, commercial and cultural approaches to the procurement of construction projects over the past five years. From improved software for project controls to emergent trends in project procurement routes and dispute resolution mechanisms, we continually strive to anticipate how our clients'
requirements will best be met within each market region. We believe that our website better reflect our renewed strengths, including our total commitment to providing quality and professionalism in harmony with commercial awareness. We understand that while the theory may sound good, it is the daily practical reality of conducting their business across international borders and within the complex framework of the design and build process with which our clients must contend.

Our foundation concept is that of Visionaries, born from our length of experience from inception to final account on a wide range of project types over many countries. Our international background, reinforced integrated alliances providing a global network of offices allied to our awareness of global and local market needs, ensures that we continue to bring together the best personnel for the particular project tasks and achieve the necessary insight - understanding our client's vision and making it a successful commercial reality.

May 2006 - LHIC forms business alliance with Siemens AG Power Generation, Germany.

Following a long association with Siemens AG, LHIC is pleased to announce that it has succeeded in being selected as a preferred consultant in support of Siemens Power Generation's (SPG) international construction activities.

Siemens PG is one of the world's leading specialists in,

planning, construction and upgrades of power plants; development, production and supply of components and systems; comprehensive plant services, I&C solutions and energy management systems; fuel cells, turbines, compressors and full-scope solutions for industrial plants, in particular for the oil & gas business.

LHIC looks forward to a long and mutually rewarding business association.

For further details of SPG visit the website at www.powergeneration.siemens.com

March 2006 - LHIC forms business alliance with the TÜV Rheinland Group, Germany

As a result of the increased level of business in the international industrial plant sector, LHIC is pleased to announce its recently formed alliance with the TÜV Rheinland Group of Germany for the provision of QA/QC services.

TÜV QA/QC services for plant manufacture and construction works determine whether individual components correspond to the design documents, comply with the technical and engineering regulations and whether the particular quality standards according to the specifications are met. The TÜV undertakes QA/QC services not only in manufacturing plants but also on building sites on the basis of approved supervision plans, from the start of production until the time of commissioning, from individual testing to Third party Inspection on an “around the clock” basis.

The TÜV are on site during the construction of a new plant or during the conversion, extension and revamping of existing plants. In the event of damage the TÜV draws up a damage analysis after recording the actual conditions on site. The TÜV will submit repair proposals and subsequently supervise the correct and proper execution of the recommended repair measures.

The experienced engineers from the TÜV and the LHIC alliance ensure that Clients will always have a reliable partner in regard to QA/QC services.

Full details of the range of services and the economic benefits may be found by clicking here

Visit the TÜV website at www.tuv.com

March 2005 - Lancaster House International Consulting opens Frankfurt Office.

Following the expansion of operations in Germany, Lancaster House International Consulting is pleased to announce the opening of new office premises in Frankfurt am Main. For details of our address and contact numbers please refer to our European Offices

March 2005 - Lancaster House International Consulting forms business alliance with Claim Tools of Germany.

Based in Frankfurt am Main Germany, Claim Tools have developed a highly sophisticated and advanced suite of software modules (PROTAC) specifically designed to maintain budgeted profit, minimise risk and improve project profitability. The key people at Claim Tools have worked in the construction industry for many years in particular on major engineering projects including power and process plants. As a consequence they have accumulated a vast amount of experience and have been continually developing and implementing “Best Practice Methods” in respect of the many facets of claims management. Stand-alone software modules have been designed based on their specialist knowledge, together with the capability to effectively integrate software modules into an overall multi-functional tool as a total solution for the efficient and effective successful management of Projects and Claims.

The main benefit of this Alliance is the cutting edge or business advantage this gives to our clients, which provides the optimum vehicle for minimising the financial risk associated with large international construction projects, and a more enhanced commercial result for the Client.

The Alliance Partnership offers clients a wide range of integrated services under one roof, which facilitates a rapid response to all situations and provides a complete and accurate appraisal of the Client’s position. Our principal aim is to reduce risk, maintain budgets, improve project profitability and efficiency, and ensure a tangible result is evident from the very beginning of our involvement, providing a cost-effective solution to both potential and existing problems.

Further information in respect of claim tools may be found in our web site under “alliances and affiliations”