BHP Billiton

History

BHP Billiton was formed from a merger between two highly complementary companies: BHP and Billiton. BHP was one of the oldest and largest companies of Australia. It was a leading global natural resources company, with a diversified commodity suite including minerals, oil, gas and steel.

Billiton was among the world's premier mining companies, with a portfolio of best-in-class mining and metals operations. BHP Limited and Billiton Plc merged and the BHP Billiton Group was formed in 2001.

The mission of BHP Billiton is to be a premier global company.

Area of Operation

BHP Billiton is engaged in Mining and Crude oil production. The businesses of BHP Billiton are:

• Aluminum
• Base Metals
• Carbon Steel Materials
• Diamonds and Specialty products
• Energy Coal
• Petroleum
• Stainless Steel Materials

Key Statistics

• BHP Billiton holds assets of $41.39 billion.
• BHP Billiton has made profits of $6.05 billion in 2006.
• BHP Billiton operates in 25 countries.
• BHP Billiton has 36,468 employees.

Organization

The organization of BHP Billiton consists of:

• Board of Directors
• Executive Team
• Management Team

BHP Billiton Limited and BHP Billiton Plc continue to exist as separate companies, but operate on a combined basis as BHP Billiton Group. The organization is designed around Customer Sector Groups (CSGs), which are focused on customers, rather than operations. These CSGs are supported by finance, development, legal and marketing (including transport and logistics) functions.

International Ranking

• BHP Billiton ranks 101 in the world according to Forbes Magazine list.
• BHP Billiton ranks 195 in Fortune Global 500 list.

Headquarter Address

180 Lonsdale Street
Melbourne Victoria 3000
Australia
Phone: 61-3-9609-3333
Website URL: www.bhpbilliton.com

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