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Rio Tinto — Iron Ore and Steel Forecast Conference 2018
13 slides from Rio Tinto's conference presentation, Mar 21, 2018
Slide 1: Iron Ore and Steel Forecast Conference 2018
Iron Ore and Steel Forecast Conference 2018 Ivan Vella MD Rail, Port & Core Services
Slide 2: Cautionary statements
Cautionary statements This presentation has been prepared by Rio Tinto plc and Rio Tinto Limited (“Rio Tinto”). By accessing/attending this presentation you acknowledge that you have read and understood the following statement. Forward-looking statements This document, including but not limited to a
Slide 3: Global macro indicators remain supportive
Global macro indicators remain supportive PMIs remain elevated Global growth momentum remains healthy 65 US growth supported by record high consumer confidence and healthy manufacturing and investment 60 EU performing better than expectations on stronger manufacturing and 55 consumer confidence Inde
Slide 4: Focused on sustaining our competitive advantage
Focused on sustaining our competitive advantage Rio Tinto Iron Ore EBITDA performance EBITDA 58% relativity to margin (%) Platts 62% index 70% 0% Iron Ore EBITDA FOB margin increases to 68% 60% -10% Significant spread between high and low quality iron ores 50% -20% -30% Steelmakers targeting high-gr
Slide 5: Developing a flexible value over volume iron ore system
Developing a flexible value over volume iron ore system Future system capacity Q4 2017 shipments of 90 Mt shows flexibility and potential of system Mine capacity of ~360 Mt/a, with full Silvergrass ramp-up and productivity creep Building excess rail capacity to provide for flexibility and sprint opt
Slide 6: Rio Tinto continues to pioneer progress in mining technology
Rio Tinto continues to pioneer progress in mining technology 6 © Rio Tinto 2017
Slide 7: Along with AutoHaul, there are many levers to optimise rail circuit capacity
Along with AutoHaulTM, there are many levers to optimise rail circuit capacity and improve flexibility AutoHaulTM Closer Rail track Yard scheduling Eliminating • Current project train spacing maintenance and productivity brake cars • Future opportunities Mine Yard Dumper Mainline Train maintenance T
Slide 8: Automation improves rail safety
Automation improves rail safety 41 ACTIVE CROSSINGS Warning systems & CCTV upgraded with safety systems including ODS, CCTV & advanced warning signage at rail crossings 86 PASSIVE CROSSINGS upgraded with fencing & gates Reduced light-vehicle driving 172 LOCOS with onboard video cameras Alerts are ge
Slide 9: Rail digital transformation
Rail digital transformation Example: Automated Roll-by (ARB) • Optical solution providing insight into the health of our fleet never seen before • Improved paperless information on the wagon and its history • Improved visualisation of the faults to be fixed • Clean simple list of faults • Closing th
Slide 10: Port automation
Port automation • We have the world’s largest fully automated iron ore port laboratory at Cape Lambert • Real-time asset health monitoring and proactive system adjustments for different ore types 10 © Rio Tinto 2017
Slide 11: Partnerships
Partnerships • Local Procurement program launched last year • STEM related education partnerships span education levels from primary school, high school, apprenticeships, VET and universities 11 © Rio Tinto 2017
Slide 12: Conclusion
Conclusion 12 © Rio Tinto 2017
Slide 13: Thank you
Thank you
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