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The Straits Trading Company LimitedCORPORATE PROFILE
August 2015
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Disclaimer
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The information contained in this presentation (the "Presentation") is for information purposes only. The Presentation does not constitute or form part of any offer or invitation to sell or thesolicitation of an offer or invitation to purchase or subscribe for, or any offer to underwrite or otherwise acquire any securities of The Straits Trading Company Limited (the “Company”) or anyother securities, nor shall any part of the Presentation or the fact of its presentation or communication form the basis of, or be relied on in connection with, any contract, commitment orinvestment decision in relation thereto.
The information in this Presentation is based on the views of and certain assumptions held by the management of the Company. While the Company has made reasonable efforts to ensure theaccuracy of the information, the Company has not independently verified such information. In addition, the Company does not make any representation or warranty as to the accuracy orcompleteness of the information contained in this Presentation or the reasonableness of any assumptions contained herein and any liability in respect therefore is expressly disclaimed.
The information in this Presentation has been provided by the Company and speak as of 31 July 2015, and are subject to change without notice or update. The Company does not make anyrepresentation or warranty that there have been changes in the affairs of the Company after such date.
This Presentation may contain forward‐looking statements. All statements that address expectations or projections about the future, including, but not limited to, statements about the strategyfor growth, expected performance, trends, anticipated developments in the Company’s industries, market position, expenditures, and financial results, are forward‐looking statements. Forward‐looking statements are based on certain assumptions and expectations of future events. The Company does not guarantee that these assumptions and expectations are accurate or will berealized. Actual future performance, outcomes and results may differ materially from those expressed in forward‐looking statements as a result of a number of risks, uncertainties andassumptions. Although the Company believes that such forward‐looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that such expectations will be met. Thesefactors include, but are not limited to, (i) general global, regional and local political, social and economic conditions (including, but not limited to, factors such as the political landscape,environmental conditions and viral epidemics such as human avian flu and severe acute respiratory syndrome) that may result in reduced occupancy rates and room rates for the hospitalityinvestments of the Company or affect the other investments of the Company, (ii) the cyclical nature of the property market and tourism industry in the countries in which the Company operatesand fluctuations in tin prices, (iii) the Company not being successful in the implementation of its business strategies or in managing its growth, (iv) regulatory developments and changes in theindustries in which the Company operates, the general economic condition of, and changes in, the economy in Asia‐Pacific and Europe, (v) competition in the hospitality industry and thehospitality‐related industry in the Asia‐Pacific and Europe region, (vi) hostilities (including future terrorist attacks) or fear of hostilities that affect travel in general, within or to the Asia‐Pacificregion or any other countries in which the hospitality investments of the Company are located or have operations, (viii) changes in the supply and demand for tin metal, (vii) changes in the priceof tin as a result of speculation, (viii) changes in interest rates or inflation rates, (ix) wars or acts of international or domestic terrorism, (x) occurrences of catastrophic events, natural disasters andacts of God that affect the business or properties of the Company, and (xi) other factors beyond the control of the Company. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward‐looking statements, which are based on current view of the Company's management on future events.
This Presentation includes statistical data provided by us and various third parties and cites third party projections regarding growth and performances of the industry and markets in which weoperate. Such data is taken or derived from information published by industry sources, various third parties and from our internal data. In each such case, the sources are identified in thisPresentation.
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STC Group – A Diversified Investment Company
Real Estate Real Estate Investment Trust Hospitality
STC will leverage on these platforms and make appropriate future investments to develop engines of growth
89.5% 20.1% *9.1% 30.0%
Since Tecity Group’s takeover of The Straits Trading Company Limited (“STC”) in 2008, STC has been transformed into a major player in real estate, hospitality and resources, with investments that span the Asia‐Pacific region.
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One of the largest real estate fund managers in the region
One of the largest REITs in Singapore with ownership interests in prime commercial and retail properties
Resources
89.5% owned co‐investment vehicle with 10.5% owned by John Lim family office (up to S$950m total commitment)
One of the largest hospitality operators in the region with over 13,000 rooms under management across 80 properties and 9 unique & complementary brands
STC’s real estate ecosystem
One of the largest suppliers of refined tin metal in the world
54.8%
* Aggregate interest, including 1.26% held by Tecity Group
New investments that complement these platforms
market capitalisation: S$1.1 bn as at 13 August 2015
Asset / Fund Management
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Board of Directors are Industry Veterans
Chew Gek Khim (Executive Chairman)
Chew Gek Hiang (NI & NE Director) David Goh (NI & NE Director)• Executive Director and Head of Finance at Tecity Group
• Serves on advisory panel of GST Review Board
• Accountant by training; member of Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales since 1990
• CIO and Chief Strategist at Tecity Group
• Former adjunct associate professor of Finance at Nanyang Technological University and investment analyst with Great Eastern Life
• Holds M.Sc. from MIT and is a CFA Charter holder
Yap Chee Keong (NI & NE Director)• Over 25 years of experience in general management, M&A and finance
• Former advisor and CFO at SingPower Group
• Fellow of ISCA and CPA Australia & Singapore Institute of Directors
Dr Gary Weiss (ID)
Razman Ariffin (ID)
• Executive Director of Ariadne Australia Ltd• Former Executive Director of Guinness Peat Group plc and served on the Boards of several ASX‐listed companies, including Westfield Holdings Limited
• Extensive experience in international business and cross‐border M&A
• Over 40 years of experience in the mining sector
• Former CEO of Malaysia Smelting Corporation (MSC)
• MSC Chairman
Elizabeth Sam (NI & NE Director)
Tham Kui Seng (ID)
• Over 40 years of experience in the financial sector
• Former central banker (Ministry of Finance, MAS), Chairman of Singapore International Monetary Exchange and Investment Management Association of Singapore
• Highly experienced in the real estate sector• NE Director of Global Logistics Properties Ltd, Sembcorp Industries Ltd and Banyan Tree Holdings Ltd
• Board member of Housing & Development Board (HDB) & Singapore Land Authority (SLA)
• Former Chief Corporate Officer of CapitaLand and Director of Raffles Medical Group Ltd
Timothy Chia (Lead ID)
Tan Tiong Cheng (ID)• 40 years of experience in the real estate sector• Executive Chairman of Knight Frank Pte Ltd• Independent Director of Heeton Holdings Ltd and UOL Limited• Fellow Member of the Singapore Institute of Valuers and Surveyors and a member of the Valuation Review Board
• Ms. Chew was earmarked and groomed by her grandfather, the late Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan to head the Tecity Group
• Deputy Chairman of ARA Asset Management Ltd, Chairman of ARA Trust Management (Suntec) Ltd, Board Member of SGX and serves on the board of Securities Industry Council of Singapore
• Chairman of Hup Soon Global Corporation Limited and GracefieldHoldings Limited.
• Senior Adviser to EQT Funds Management Ltd• Chairman, Asia of Coutts & Co Ltd• ID of Banyan Tree Holdings Ltd and F&N Ltd
4Note: NI stands for non‐independent; NE stands for Non‐Executive; ID stands for independent director
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Recent History Demonstrates STC’s Ability to Create and Unlock Value
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Acquisition of 20.1% stake in ARA
Formation of Straits Real Estate Pte. Ltd. (SRE)
Monetised Straits Trading Building for S$450m; crystallised cumulative
gain of S$373m
Joint venture with a member of Far East
Organization
• 30% stake in sizable hospitality operator
• Operational turnaround
• World’s 2nd largest supplier of refined tin
• Well positioned to benefit from potential tin price recovery
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• Divestment of non‐tin assets and refocused on core tin business
• Improved profile & liquidity with SGX secondary listing
REAL ESTATEHigh‐quality but low‐yielding real estate portfolio
HOSPITALITYSmall‐scale niche
operator
RESOURCESVariety of resources
investments
Transformed into a dynamic growth
platform
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Continuous divestment of low‐yielding residential
properties
2 0 1 32 0 1 22 0 1 1
• STC emerged as the largest shareholder in WBL with a c.41% stake after a share swap with two institutional investors
• Triggered an MGO and finally accepted a competing general offer
S$508m of shareholder value unlocked and reinvested into
new businesses
INVESTMENTSPassive 17% stake
in WBL
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Strong Foundations Laid for STC Group
STC’s foundation of growth rests upon:
Strong business network to originate deals for our portfolio companies
Strong and patient capital with a highly disciplined investment framework
Highly experienced management team with strong execution track record
Commitment to high standards ofcorporate governance and strongbusiness ethics
Business Network & Connectivity
Management Expertise
Corporate Finance and M&A Capabilities
Good Governance & Business Ethics
ResourcesHospitality
STC Group
• 30% JV with Far East Orchard
• Investment in Far East Hospitality
Trust
Asset / Fund Management
Real Estate
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STC’s Major Shareholder
Major Shareholder
The Cairns Pte Ltd (Tecity Group) 70.0%1
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The Tecity Group was founded by the late banker and philanthropist Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan
The Tecity Group comprises a 70% stake in The Straits Trading Company Limited; a privately held investment arm, Tecity Management; and a philanthropic arm, The Tan Chin Tuan Foundation
The Tecity Group manages an active global investment portfolio with a philosophy centered on the principles of its founder. It prides itself in being a responsible partner and desirable employer
The Tecity Group is headed by Ms Chew Gek Khim, granddaughter of the founder
Note:1. Based on disclosures in STC’s FY2014 Annual Report
Overview of The Tecity Group
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SUNTEC REIT ARA STRAITS REAL ESTATE
Private fund management
REIT management
Real estate management services
Maximise yield
Look to attractively divest remaining assets
Redeploy capital into SRE
*9.1%
Private Real Estate Fund
Other Real Estate Opportunities
20.1% 89.5% 100%
Ownership of income‐producing real estate assets
Prime commercial and retail portfolio in Singapore central business district
EXISTING PROPERTY PORTFOLIO
Total capital commitment of $950 million
Assets managed externally by ARA Property Management (where applicable)
Managed by ARA
CAPITAL DEPLOYED
STC’s Real Estate Ecosystem
*Aggregate interest, including 1.26% held by Tecity Group
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A platform to pursue growth opportunities for the hospitality management and ownership businesses
Hotel management contracts provide recurring fee income Ownership of hotel assets provides capital appreciation
Exposure to Wide Spectrum of Assets Across the Real Estate Space
An investment vehicle that seeks out higher returning real estate investment opportunities globally
Can invest directly in physical assets, in structured real estate backed securities,seed real estate funds, or fund real estate operating platforms
Recurring income from REIT securities and trading through SRE Capital
A leading integrated real estate fund manager with revenues from managing REITs, private real estate funds, providing real estate management services and corporate finance advisory services
Rental income provides recurring income Platform for value‐accretive acquisitive growth
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STC’s Partners Are Leading Players
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Straits Real Estate ARA Asset Management Far East Hospitality Holdings
STC: 89.5% stake (up to S$850m commitment)
Mr John Lim: 10.5% stake (up to S$100m commitment)
Profile of John Lim:•Mr Lim has been the Group Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of ARA since its establishment in 2002
•Under Mr Lim’s leadership, ARA’s assets under management (“AUM”) has grown to S$26.9 billion (as of 1H2015)
STC: 20.1% stake
Mr John Lim: 19.25% stake
Cheung Kong: 7.83% stake
Profile of Cheung Kong Group:•Cheung Kong Group is a property development and strategic investment company
• It is one of the largest developers in Hong Kong of residential, commercial and industrial properties
•About one in seven private residences in Hong Kong were developed by the company
STC: 30% stake
Far East Orchard: 70% stake
Profile of Far East Orchard:• Far East Orchard is a member of Far East Organization, Singapore’s largest private property developer
• Far East Orchard has a diversified portfolio focusing on property development, hospitality real estate development and management and the healthcare real estate space
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SRE’s Investment Footprint Across Key Asian Markets
Japan:Greater Tokyo Office FundTakanaka Muse Building
Malaysia:ARA Harmony Fund III1MK Kuala Lumpur
China:Chongqing Roosevelt Plaza
Australia:114 William Street, Melbourne
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SRE Investment – Maiden Investment in Chongqing
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ChongqingRoosevelt Plaza
Retail development in Chongqing, China
Property is a 82,000 sqm development that is directly linked to the subway station Part of a large mixed‐use development with residential buildings, offices and a
hotel
Artist impression – Garden Concept in AtriumArtist impression – External facade
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ARA – Award Winning Premier Real Estate Fund Manager
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20.1% owned associate of STC, ARA is one of the largest real estate fund managers in the region, with S$26.9 billion of AUM (as of 1H2015) ARA manages REITs and private funds in key markets of Asia with a diversified portfolio spanning the office,
retail and industrial sectors; and provides real estate management services
Beijing Oriental Plaza, Beijing ChinaManaged by Hui Xian REIT Manager
Suntec City, Singapore Managed by Suntec REIT Manager
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FEHH – STC’s JV Hospitality Operating Arm
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FEHH, STC’s hospitality joint venture with Far East Orchard, manages a combined hospitality portfolio of over 80 hotels and serviced apartments with more than 13,000 rooms under management across 25 locations FEHH owns a stable of nine unique and complementary hospitality brands
Rendezvous Hotel Singapore Adina Apartment Hotel Berlin, Germany
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Leading supplier of tin metal globally
One of the world’s leading suppliers of refined tin metal Listed on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia since 1994, with a
secondary listing on SGX‐ST Custom tin smelting facility in Butterworth Penang, Malaysia and open
pit tin mine in Perak, Malaysia Producer of premium high‐purity refined tin (“MSC Straits”)
Malaysia Smelting Corporation ‐ A Leading Supplier of Refined Tin Metal
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Develop engines of growth by leveraging on STC’s real estate ecosystem and resources platforms
Nurture the real estate and resources platforms to grow the businesses and the recurring revenue streams
Optimise capital productivity through deploying capital from the divestment of low‐yielding assets to higher returning real estate opportunities
Continuously develop and enhance the synergies within the STC real estate ecosystem
Identify investments that are able to leverage on the platforms to generate complementary revenue streams and profit for STC
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The STC Strategy
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