LEADING STONE EXPERTS

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1 OVERVIEW

2 LEADING STONE EXPERTS Every stone tells a unique story. Nitesco redefines and maintains nature s exceptional stories to deliver high impact presentation on its audience. WE ARE NITESCO Commercial and residential properties are an integrated part of today s brands corporate and individuals personal identity. We help clients keep real estate up to standard in order to gain and sustain their compelling brand and living experiences. Founded as an architectural stone service provider for the hospitality, we leveraged our success in that area, combining specialist stone knowledge and hospitality culture, to become market leader and one of Europe s prominent firms in our industry. OUR CLIENTS From our Amsterdam base, we serve a cross-industry international client portfolio that includes private individuals, iconic brands, prominent monuments and some of the world's finest hotel properties. You ll know many of our upscale clients and projects; Royal Palace Amsterdam, Amstel Hotel, Conservatorium Hotel, Prada Group and the headquarters of Phillips, AkzoNobel, ING Group, ABN AMRO, Rabobank, Credit Suisse and EY - to name a few.

3 ABOUT NITESCO We are, by any measure, one of Europe s leading architectural stone services firms. Our offerings include: stone maintenance, specialized cleaning and expert consulting. With a solid track record in complex projects and demanding environments, we work for ambitious clients who want their real estate to live up to their image. We utilize the latest processing technologies and sustainable techniques, and are at the forefront of innovation in our field to ensure premium results that beautifully stand the test of time. We approach every project with an equal commitment. We have the people, the knowledge, the experience and the technology to solve our clients stone maintenance challenges - from the most simple to the most complex. Whatever your project size or challenge, whether you re a private individual or a corporate client, we can help. SUSTAINABILITY LEADERSHIP We believe that business should be a force for good. Therefore, sustainability is embedded within our values and plays a significant role in the choices we make. Sustainability has become increasingly important to society and to our clients in their real estate investment and maintenance strategy. We help clients increase and preserve value, and contribute to their good reputation. And we do so in a sustainable way. Our corporate social responsibility practice and sustainable performance is recognized and certified both by SNA Labor Standards Register (Stichting Normering Arbeid) as by FIRA Sustainability, a BREEAM acknowledged leading independent auditing and assurance body. For example, we utilize onsite waste water filter units that contribute to emission reduction and environmentally compatible disposal. We drive latest standard low carbon vehicles and use wood-free stone paper produced from mining waste. And of course, we provide a range of sustainable solutions, proven effective by TNO, that optimize the durability of existing architectural assets and help reduce carbon footprint and depletion of nature s resources.

4 SELECTED WORKS BY NITESCO ROYAL PALACE AMSTERDAM INTERCONTINENTAL AMSTEL AMSTERDAM CONSERVATORIUM HOTEL WTC AMSTERDAM ABN AMRO HEADQUARTERS ING GROUP HEADQUARTERS RABOBANK HEADQUARTERS EY HEADQUARTERS DE BRAUW BLACKSTONE WESTBROEK HEADQUARTERS MINISTRY OF ECONOMIC AFFAIRES RAI AMSTERDAM PHILIPS HEADQUARTERS

5 case study ROYAL PALACE AMSTERDAM The Royal Palace Amsterdam is one of three Palaces used by the Dutch Monarch, notably for State Visits, Award Ceremonies and New Year s Receptions. The 17th century palace of King Louis Napoleon and later of the Dutch Royal House plays a role in royal marriages and in the abdication and investiture of the Monarch. Nitesco was appointed to bring all interior stone floors and walls to their original gleaming condition, as a part of the Netherlands most prestigious heritage conservation and renovation project of the decade, preparing the Royal Palace to the investiture of King Willem-Alexander. Nitesco combined traditional craftsmanship with technological innovation to achieve project objectives and meet the highest international standards suitable for official receptions and accommodating high-ranking guests. CLIENT Schakel & Schrale, Royal Bam Group The Central Government Real Estate Agency (Rijksvastgoedbedrijf) ARCHITECT Jacob van Campen Daniël Stalpaert MATERIALS Öland Grau Öland Röd Bianco Carrara Noir de Mazy I m glad that we were able to go on this priceless journey. It was a privilege to work on this extraordinary landmark and to help prepare the crown jewel in Netherlands top 100 heritage sites for the future. SHAY KALFUSS FOUNDER & DIRECTOR NITESCO CONSTRUCTION (conservation & modernization) OFFERINGS Expert consulting Heavy maintenance Specialized cleaning

6 OUR SERVICES Architectural stone lends a durable and luxury appeal to interiors and building facades. However, as like any surface, stone is subject to dulling, aging, wear and tear. In order to preserve its attractive appearance and elegance, stone also requires professional maintenance. Our consultants and expert craftsman are able to deliver throughout the entire lifecycle of assets and projects. Combined with our groundbreaking techniques and technological edge, we have pushed the boundaries of stone and concrete treatment and outperform in terms of quality, time, cost and flexibility. OUR OFFERINGS Periodical Maintenance Heavy Maintenance Specialized Cleaning Expert Consulting Conservation Refinishing Repair CLIENTS SAY ABOUT US WE HIGHLY APPRECIATE NITESCO S FLEXIBILITY, COMMITMENT AND ADAPTATION TO OUR ACTIVITIES! HENDRIK J. BOSCH GENERAL MANAGER INTERCONTINENTAL AMSTEL AMSRERDAM

7 PROVEN EFFECTIVE BY TNO Research by TNO (Netherlands Organization for Applied Scientific Research) established that Nitesco's stone maintenance programs result in: Optimal abrasion resistance Minimal permeability Excellent chemical resistance STRUCTURE OPTIMIZATION BY NITESCO TNO Microscopy and Analysis 5 µm TNO Microscopy and Analysis 5 µm TNO Microscopy and Analysis 5 µm SEM HV: 15kV Veldgroote: 20,11 µm SEM HV: 15kV Veldgroote: 20,11 µm SEM HV: 15kV Veldgroote: 20,11 µm New Bianco Carrara tile Layered crystalline structure and factory polishing abrasions marks magnified x Worn Bianco Carrara tile Damaged surface structure and high porosity magnified x Worn Bianco Carrara tile treated by Nitesco Damaged surface structure repaired, strengthened and made amorphous magnified x CLIENTS SAY ABOUT US NITESCO OFFERS INSIGHTFUL COUNSEL, SEAMLESS EXECUTION AND AN EXCELLENT USER EXPERIENCE THAT OTHER PROVIDERS IN ITS FIELD FIND HARD TO MATCH. AGGIE LOMMEN FACILITY MANAGER DE BRAUW BLACKSTONE WESTBROEK

8 KEEP IN TOUCH Cruquiusweg 96C AJ Amsterdam - The Netherlands T +31 (88) F +31 (20) NITESCO (toll-free) info@nitesco.com CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NL MEMBERSHIP Fira Sustainable Procurement SNA Labour Standards Register