Production of the whole group goes well in May, particularly, the BF 6 continuously works with a high level and a longer time circle, and the steel making system works properly too, which are the main factors for the production targets achieved in May. The main figures of production from May 1st to 29th of the group are as followings.

Items quantity (10 thousand tons)

Steel 13.9

Iron 18.5

Rolled steel 12.8

Sinter 31.9

Coke 8.1

It is estimated that the whole group will meet the following production targets in May.

Items quantity (10 thousand tons)

Steel 15

Iron 19.3

Rolled steel 13.5

Sinter 34

Coke 8.6

Kungang Production Management Dept.

Director: Mr. Sun Xiaoyao Contact: Xue Heping May, 30, 2001