Common use of Project B Clause in Contracts

Project B. 5 Investments This phase begins when a decision on implementation of a development project has been made. 5.1 Development investments Development investments concern the development of new resources. There will always be concept studies before such an investment is made. The budget for the project is sanctioned by an approved PDO/PIO. Some projects are exempt from PDO requirement. 5.1.1 Part project X 5.2 Operating investments Operating investments are permanent investments that: Increase the production capacity Substantially increase the quality and thus the value of the products Substantially improve the production process and thereby substantially lower the level of other production costs Measures that enhance safety and prevent/reduce future pollution of the environment Extensions of the plant and/or new functions This will normally be investments in operating equipment that have been put to use (after the project investment was made) and that are not classified as maintenance. 5.2.1 Part project X

Project B. 5 Investments This phase begins when a decision on implementation of a development project has been made. 5.1 Development investments Development investments concern the development of new resources. There will always be concept studies before such an investment is made. The budget for the project is sanctioned by an approved PDO/PIOPAD. Some projects are exempt from PDO requirement. 5.1.1 Part project X 5.2 Operating investments Operating investments are permanent investments that: - Increase the production capacity - Substantially increase the quality and thus the value of the products - Substantially improve the production process and thereby substantially lower the level of other production costs - Measures that enhance safety and prevent/reduce future pollution of the environment - Extensions of the plant and/or new functions This will normally be investments in operating equipment that have been put to use (after the project investment was made) and that are not classified as maintenance. 5.2.1 Part project X