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At BG we describe ourselves as "a world leader in natural gas". Asked for attributes which apply to our way of doing business, we choose words such as confidence, closeness, agility and creativity in finding solutions and making things happen.

Confidence and agility are most certainly required of the brave members of the London School of Business team that has undertaken the gruelling challenge of climbing Mt. Everest. And closeness, teamwork and commitment must be the hallmarks of a successful climb. BG Egypt salutes the courage and determination of the team and we applaud its international make-up and wealth of talent. A big part of our corporate philosophy is to help individuals acquire skills to realize their full potential. We believe in helping the team to realize its dream.

Orascom Telecom is a leading international telecommunications company operating GSM networks in seven high growth markets in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia, having a total population under license of approximately 460 million with an average mobile telephony penetration of approximately 22% as at 30 September 2006. Orascom Telecom operates GSM networks in Algeria ("Djezzy"), Pakistan ("Mobilink"), Egypt ("Mobinil"), Tunisia ("Tunisiana"), Iraq ("Iraqna"), Bangladesh ("Banglalink"), and Zimbabwe ("Telecel Zimbabwe").

Orascom Telecom had over 50 million subscribers as at December 2006. Orascom Telecom owns 19.3% of Hutchison Telecommunications International Limited, a leading telecommunication services provider operating in eight countries.

Orascom Telecom is proud to support Omar on his dream to become the first Egyptian to summit Mount Everest.

Aston Lloyd & Partners is a city based global real estate Investment Company specialising in the emerging markets. We source and develop opportunities that have the ability to deliver generous returns for both the seasoned and novice investor.

Aston Lloyd offers opportunities that suit the twin objectives of real estate, which has always been regarded as a long term investment as well as a vehicle for capitalising returns in the midterm.

Aston clients generally buy with a view to selling the property when it is completed to the end-user market, making a substantial return in the process. However some decide to make use of the villa themselves. We offer clients the chance to make the same kind of profits that a developer would make.

Our fully integrated approach enables us to identify opportunities globally, capitalise on their potential and offer investors higher returns. We do not operate show rooms, and we do not operate a meet and greet service prior to making a purchase. This is one way we gain a cost advantage on our competitors that we pass on to the client, making Aston Lloyd one of the more serious contenders in this arena.

Summit Search and Selection Ltd is proud to be an official sponsor of the London Business School 2007 Everest Expedition. As an international Executive Search firm we are tasked with identifying and recruiting talented men and women who aspire to be the best in their chosen field; those special few who really push their own frontiers.

This expedition is certainly going to call on the team’s inner resolve and collective strength. It will demand personal sacrifice, great courage, stamina, teamwork, and a sheer determination to reach the summit. These are the rare human qualities that we are tasked with finding for our clients (albeit in rather more comfortable surroundings!). In keeping with our company name, Summit Search and Selection Ltd actively supports people and charities who attempt to overcome great odds in order to scale great heights. May we therefore take this opportunity to wish the entire LBS Everest 2007 Expedition Team the very best of luck in their attempt to conquer Mount Everest.

In the words of Ralph Waldo Emerson: "Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail".

Laird is a leading global electronics and security systems group employing some 9,000 people in operations in North America, Europe and across Asia.

Headquartered in London, Laird is a public company quoted on the London Stock Exchange and is a member of the FTSE 250 index. Laird's trading year ends on 31 December.

Laird has a proud heritage stretching back 140 years during which time it has evolved from an industrial conglomerate centred on the UK's heavy engineering industry into a focused international group whose divisions hold leading market positions in their industries.

Laird is committed to creating value for its shareholders through a partnership of customers, employees and suppliers, as well as maintaining high environmental and ethical standards in the countries in which it operates.

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Peter Hutchinson Designs is one of the world’s premier designers and manufacturers of mountain software. Over 40 years designing for extreme high altitude and polar ventures lies behind this wide range of products for the mountain enthusiast. This small personal company matches lively innovation with unparalleled experience. PHD is supplying several items of down clothing for the team.

Cobra Beer are proud to support the Everest 2007 Team and have supplied drinks at all of the team’s events over the last year.

BioCare is a science based company founded by natural practitioners with many years experience in nutrition and biological science. It uses the purest raw materials available in its products and wherever possible, manufactures its own ingredients, thus enabling it to maintain greater control over what goes into its formulations.

Biocare is a leader in probiotics, essential fatty acids and antioxidants to name but a few. The team will be using supplements supplied by Biocare whilst on Everest.

Cotswold Outdoor - Simply the best outdoor retailer around. Go there for a comprehensive selection of clothing and equipment for all your outdoor needs – even Everest!

LONDON SATELLITE EXCHANGE (LSE) is a specialist satellite communications service provider, supplying the Media, Enterprise and Government sectors Worldwide.