2nd Annual Moving Metals Conference

Registration and Exhibits Open

Welcome Cocktail Reception

Registration and Exhibits & Continental Breakfast Open

Welcome Address

Session I: Logistics Overview

Unlike any other market, the issue of metal industry logistics is two-fold. Many of the vehicles and containers that are moving the metal are made of the same material, thus, creating a unique industry scenario. This opening session will examine this unique scenario and explore the overall trends and issues impacting moving metals.

Key points include:

• Forecast on fuel costs for gas, oil, and coal.

• Outlook on metals prices impacting logistics.

• Best practices and cost-saving strategies in logistics management.

Coffee Break

Session II: Rail Outlook

With an increase in overseas trade volume straining U.S. ports, inland transportation—like the rail industry—is finding spill-over demand but this industry faces its own challenges from legislation that is in Committee in the U.S. House and Senate to tight railway car supply. Panelists include representatives from metals companies and railway carriers who will give their own unique perspectives on the state of the railway industry.

Key points include:

• U.S. railway legislation and its impact on the

metals industry.

• Dealing with infrastructure changes and the

regulation of the railway industry.

• Railway car supply.

• Rising fuel costs.

Luncheon:

An overview of the integrated economic relationship between Canada and the US focusing on the importance of continental supply chains and the efficiency and safety of the Canada-US border.

Session III: Barge Outlook

Increased demand and the efficiency of inland barge transport is making waves in the market. While carriers maybe faced with rising demand, infrastructure issues also plague the market. Port congestion and rising fuel costs are also added features of today's market. Metals companies are also dealing with the same issues and in this session will give a synopsis of the

impact on their businesses while carriers will give outlooks on the future of inland transportation.

Key points include:

• Infrastructure challenges.

• Fuel surcharges—who will pay in the end?

• Alleviating inland congestion.

Coffee Break

Session IV: Ocean Outlook

Robust export growth at U.S. ports has filled some of the void left in the U.S. economy due to the heavy weight of the housing market. But while trade volumes continue to increase, ports are facing increased congestion in major metro areas. In reaction, the development of new coastal and inland ports has been moving quickly, yet farther away from major cities. This session will examine the issues faced by ocean carriers as well as metals companies.

Key points include:

• Port security and congestion.

• Avoiding bottlenecks.

• An update on ocean container supply issues.

• Ocean containers versus break bulk

Session V: Trucking Outlook

The trucking industry is at a critical cross-road. Infrastructure and driver retention programs are in dire need of reinvestment of time and money. And while the industry is being called on to help reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions they are also faced with keeping an efficient pace in the global marketplace. This final panel will explore how these staggering issues are being addressed and best practice that can be used to reduce your costs.

Key points include:

• Examining the shortage of drivers and trucks and how is the problem overcome?

• What can metals companies do to secure more trucks at better prices?

• What is the state of highway infrastructure?

• Just-In-Time programs and success rates.

• Generational changes – yesterday’s driver vs. today's

• Issues carriers face with foreign drivers obtaining commercial drivers licenses.

• Cost to get into a tractor/trailer unit 2007 vs. 2000.

Conference Close