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Fermont, Quebec, October 18, 2021 – ArcelorMittal Mines and Infrastructure Canada
(Fermont, Quebec, October 18, 2021 – ArcelorMittal Mines and Infrastructure Canada (“ArcelorMittal”) is proud to announce that, jointly with PMU Québec, it has won the Prix Triangle Vert 2020 of the Association des techniciens en prévention incendie du Québec (ATPIQ). This award recognized the high quality and scope of the emergency preparedness plans instituted by the organization and its Safety and Facilities Protection team.

Awarded by the ATPIQ, the Quebec reference in promotion of prevention and education in fire prevention, the Prix Triangle Vert is the most prestigious in its category in Quebec. The Prix Triangle Vert is generally won by municipal departments with the highest standards in the field, so ArcelorMittal is especially proud to receive this award and to become part of this select club recognized by the ATPIQ.

“We salute the remarkable work accomplished by our Safety and Facilities Protection teams. We are delighted that the ATPIQ has spotlighted the quality of our emergency preparedness plan by awarding the Prix Triangle Vert 2020. One of the pillars of our major transformation project is to offer a safe and healthy work environment and apply the highest standards in this field. This recognition is all the more appreciated, given that it confirms the excellence of our practices,” declared Guy Belleau, ArcelorMittal’s Chief Operating Officer.

About ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada G.P. and ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P.
Subsidiaries of ArcelorMittal, the world’s leading steel company and one of the five biggest international iron ore producers, ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada G.P. (“AMIC”) and ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P. (“AMEM”) are two complementary company’s operating in Quebec’s North Shore region. AMIC ensures the transportation of concentrate between Mont-Wright and Port-Cartier and operates a seaport at PortCartier, allowing transportation and shipping of AMEM products to four continents. AMMC produces concentrate and iron oxide pellets for the steel market. The two companies employ over 2,500 people, making ArcelorMittal the biggest employer on the North Shore.

About PMU Québec
Since its founding in 2007, PMU Québec has adopted the mission of developing efficient emergency preparedness tools for companies and organizations seeking to be on the cutting edge of requirements in this field. As the leader in emergency preparedness in Quebec, the organization is recognized, by its clients, by its peers and by all decisionmakers in the civil protection field, for the quality of its work and especially for implementation of emergency measures and all kinds of training.

ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada (« ArcelorMittal ») est fière de souligner le 60e anniversaire de la toute première expédition de minerai de fer au départ du port de mer de Port-Cartier.

Port-Cartier, July 7, 2021 – ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada (“ArcelorMittal”) is proud to mark the 60th anniversary of the very first iron ore shipment from the seaport of Port-Cartier. In July 1961, the first vessel left Port-Cartier with the inaugural cargo. The construction of what would become the largest private port in Canada had been completed two months earlier.

Excavated from the bedrock and built by human hands over more than two years, the port of Port-Cartier represented a true feat of engineering in that period. Now active 365 days a year, the ArcelorMittal port at Port-Cartier ships over 26 million tonnes a year of iron ore, raw materials, fuel and grain to the international markets. An average of 450 vessels access the port each year, involving more than 900 arrival and departure manoeuvres.

“Our port is recognized internationally and has been part of our heritage for 60 years. Several generations have worked there with constant commitment to improvement. We are proud to welcome a dynamic, competent and motivated succession to continue this work. This anniversary reminds us how much we can be proud of the progress made and the promising future that lies ahead of us,” declared Mapi Mobwano, Chair of the ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada Management Committee.

“Operating a port on this scale brings its share of challenges, complex logistics and meteorological factors that solicit our teams’ specialized expertise. Since 1961, over 1.1 billion tonnes have been shipped. In December 2020, we reached a historic record with 2,822,734 tonnes shipped during this month, beating the record of 2,669,732 tonnes set in December 2018. We are proud to work here, and I thank our teams of passionate experts who ensure its efficient operation in total safety every day,” added Michael LaBrie, General Manager, Infrastructure.

Handling begins at the dumper with the arrival of each train of iron ore concentrate from the Mont-Wright (Fermont) mining complex. Two railcars are unloaded at a time and an average of 245,000 railcars are unloaded each year. The concentrate is then routed either to the pellet plant to fabricate iron ore pellets, or to load the vessels for shipping to four continents. The ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada team, which ensures the operation of the port and the railway, is comprised of over 600 skilled workers.

About ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada G.P. and ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P.

Subsidiaries of ArcelorMittal, the world’s leading steel and mining company and among the top five producers of iron ore products globally, ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada G.P. (“AMIC”) and ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P. (“AMMC”) are two complementary entities operating on Quebec’s North Shore. AMIC ensures the transport of concentrate between Mont-Wright and Port-Cartier, and operates a seaport in Port-Cartier to transport and ship AMMC’s products to four continents. AMMC produces iron oxide concentrate and pellets for the steel market. The two companies employ approximately 2,500 people, making ArcelorMittal the largest employer in the North Shore region.

LONGUEUIL, June 8, 2021 – ArcelorMittal Mines and Infrastructure Canada (“ArcelorMittal”) confirms that today its workers ratified the agreement in principle reached between the company’s management and the negotiating committees of the five local unions of the United Steelworkers.

The labour dispute that began on May 10 ended this evening at 8 p.m., in accordance with the back-to-work protocol agreed to by the two parties. The new four-year collective labour agreement will provide stability for both employees and all the company’s partners.

“We are happy to turn the page on this conflict. The past few weeks have been a time to pause and start anew. We look forward to welcoming back our employees and I personally assure them of my commitment, as well as that of all managers and executives, to a safe and healthy work environment where respect must prevail,” declared Mapi Mobwano, President and Chief Executive Officer of ArcelorMittal Mining Canada and Chairman of the management committee of ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada.

About ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada G.P. and ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P.

Subsidiaries of ArcelorMittal, the world’s leading steel and mining company and among the top five producers of iron ore products globally, ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada G.P. (“AMIC”) and ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P. (“AMMC”) are two complementary entities operating on Quebec’s North Shore. AMIC ensures the transport of concentrate between Mont-Wright and Port-Cartier, and operates a seaport in Port-Cartier to transport and ship AMMC’s products to four continents. AMMC produces iron oxide concentrate and pellets for the steel market. The two companies employ approximately 2,500 people, making ArcelorMittal the largest employer in the North Shore region.

LONGUEUIL, May 10, 2021 – ArcelorMittal Mines and Infrastructure Canada (« ArcelorMittal ») regrets the decision of members of the United Steelworkers Union to initiate a labour conflict and hopes for a quick return to the negotiating table to prevent a prolonged strike that would not serve anyone’s interests.

Working conditions for ArcelorMittal employees on the North Shore are among the most
Working conditions for ArcelorMittal employees on the North Shore are among the most competitive in the industry. The tentative agreement reached on April 12 with the executives of the five United Steelworkers locals contained generous proposals that respected the work of all employees. However, the agreement was rejected by the members.

New offers subsequently presented by ArcelorMittal on May 7, at the last meeting with the conciliator, further enhanced these proposals. However, the United Steelworkers executives recommended that their members reject these offers.

The company remains willing to return to the negotiating table at any time with the goal of reaching a negotiated and reasonable agreement between the two parties. Since December, the management of ArcelorMittal Mines and Infrastructure Canada has made every effort to maintain a calm and constructive working relationship at the various negotiating tables.

It should be noted that the last phase of the negotiations took place in the presence of a conciliator appointed by Québec’s Minister of Labour, Employment and Social Solidarity.

The current situation is having major impacts on the economy of the region and the whole province. ArcelorMittal Mines and Infrastructure Canada is an essential link in the entire steel production chain both in Quebec and elsewhere in the world, and the benefits of its presence in Quebec are considerable: The company spends approximately C$1.25 billion each year in the province and contributes C$1 billion to Quebec’s GDP. ArcelorMittal Mines and Infrastructure Canada generates over 8,300 direct and indirect jobs in Quebec.

About ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada G.P. and ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P.

Subsidiaries of ArcelorMittal, the world’s leading steel and mining company and among the top five producers of iron ore products globally, ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada G.P. (“AMIC”) and ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P. (“AMMC”) are two complementary entities operating on Québec’s North Shore. AMIC ensures the transport of concentrate between Mont-Wright and Port-Cartier, and operates a seaport in Port-Cartier to transport and ship AMMC’s products to four continents. AMMC produces iron oxide concentrate and pellets for the steel market. The two companies employ approximately 2,500 people, making ArcelorMittal the largest employer in the North Shore region.

LONGUEUIL, June 8, 2021 – ArcelorMittal Mines and Infrastructure Canada (“ArcelorMittal”) confirms that today its workers ratified the agreement in principle reached between the company’s management and the negotiating committees of the five local unions of the United Steelworkers.

TThe labour dispute that began on May 10 ended this evening at 8 p.m., in accordance with the back-to-work protocol agreed to by the two parties. The new four-year collective labour agreement will provide stability for both employees and all the company’s partners.

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“We are happy to turn the page on this conflict. The past few weeks have been a time to pause and start anew. We look forward to welcoming back our employees and I personally assure them of my commitment, as well as that of all managers and executives, to a safe and healthy work environment where respect must prevail,” declared Mapi Mobwano, President and Chief Executive Officer of ArcelorMittal Mining Canada and Chairman of the management committee of ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada.

About ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada G.P.
and ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P.

Subsidiaries of ArcelorMittal, the world’s leading steel and mining company and among the top five producers of iron ore products globally, ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada G.P. (“AMIC”) and ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P. (“AMMC”) are two complementary entities operating on Quebec’s North Shore. AMIC ensures the transport of concentrate between Mont-Wright and Port-Cartier, and operates a seaport in Port-Cartier to transport and ship AMMC’s products to four continents. AMMC produces iron oxide concentrate and pellets for the steel market. The two companies employ approximately 2,500 people, making ArcelorMittal the largest employer in the North Shore region.

Port-Cartier, Port-Cartier, Québec, December 10, 2020 – ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada (“ArcelorMittal”) is proud to celebrate today the 60th anniversary of its railway linking the Mont-Wright mine to its facilities in Port-Cartier. Inaugurated on December 10, 1960, this railway represented at the time an essential access route for the development of Northern Québec. Today, it remains essential to the economic vitality of Québec’s North Shore region.

Sixty years after its inauguration, ArcelorMittal’s railway remains a strategic link to enable the shipment of more than 25 million tonnes of iron ore to international markets each year.

“Our railway is at the heart of our company’s rich history in Québec. It is an integral part of the province’s heritage and we are proud of how far we have come in the last 60 years. I salute the expertise of our employees who ensure, in a safe and competent manner, the operation, maintenance and continuous evolution of the railway,” declared Mapi Mobwano, Chairman of ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada’s Management Committee.

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“I would like to thank our employees who do an outstanding job of coordinating all our activities impeccably, with all the challenges involved in transporting 75,000 tonnes of iron ore on a single rail line every day. The technological advances we continually integrate make it a world-class asset of which we can all be proud,” added Michael LaBrie, General Manager, ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada.

A true feat of engineering and construction, the ArcelorMittal railway is 420 km long. It includes 50% curves, 20 bridges, 5 tunnels and 19 sidings. Nowadays, a train consists of 210 wagons and is more than two kilometres long, requiring the use of three locomotives.

The ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada team, who ensures its operation as well as the operation of the Port-Cartier seaport, includes over 600 specialized employees.

About ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada G.P.
and ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P.

Subsidiaries of ArcelorMittal, the largest steel producer in the world and among the top five producers of iron ore products globally, ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada G.P. (“AMIC”) and ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P. (“AMMC”) are two complementary entities operating on Québec’s North Shore. AMIC ensures the transport of concentrate between Mont-Wright and Port-Cartier, and operates a seaport in Port-Cartier to transport and ship AMMC’s products to four continents. AMMC produces iron oxide concentrate and pellets for the steel market. The two companies employ approximately 2,500 people, making ArcelorMittal the largest employer in the North Shore region.

LONGUEUIL, QUEBEC, November 25, 2020 – Mr. Mapi Mobwano, President and Chief Executive Officer of ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P. (« ArcelorMittal »), is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Guy Belleau as the company’s Chief Operating Officer.

“I am pleased to welcome Guy within our renewed management team. Our goal is to become a world reference in the safe and efficient production of iron ore by 2024 and having Guy on our team is a major asset to help us reach this goal. We are proud to be able to count on his vast experience in the mining industry to carry out our major transformation project”, stated Mapi Mobwano.

“It is a great privilege to take on the challenge of our transformation project with such an
i“It is a great privilege to take on the challenge of our transformation project with such an inspiring team and with such competent and committed employees. I am determined to foster dialogue at all levels to continue to improve the way we do things and to truly become the best in the world”, stated Guy Belleau.

Mr. Belleau has over 30 years of experience in the mining industry. Prior to joining the ArcelorMittal team, he was General Manager of the Horne 5 mine at Falco Resources. Previously, he worked with companies such as Goldcorp and Xstrata, where he was involved in mining operations management, engineering and mine construction project management. Guy Belleau is a graduate of Laval University in mining engineering. He is currently Chairman of the Board of Directors of Quebec’s Institut national des mines.

About ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada G.P. and ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P.

Subsidiaries of ArcelorMittal, the largest steel producer in the world and among the top five producers of iron ore products globally, ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada G.P. (“AMIC”) and ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P. (“AMMC”) are two complementary entities operating on Quebec’s North Shore. AMIC ensures the transport of concentrate between Mont-Wright and Port-Cartier, and operates a seaport in Port-Cartier to transport and ship AMMC’s products to four continents. AMMC produces iron oxide concentrate and pellets for the steel market. The two companies employ approximately 2,500 people, making ArcelorMittal the largest employer in the North Shore region.

LONGUEUIL, QUEBEC, November 9, 2020 – ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P. (“ArcelorMittal”) is proud to announce the appointment of Mapi Mobwano as President and Chief Executive Officer. As part of his duties, Mr. Mobwano will also act as Chairman of the management committee of ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada G.P.

Since joining ArcelorMittal as General Manager and Chief Operating Officer in July 2019, Mr. Mobwano has distinguished himself as a human and visionary leader. Under his guidance, the organisation and its teams have undertaken an extensive transformation project aimed at making the company a world reference in the safe and efficient production of iron ore. Mapi Mobwano’s appointment at the helm ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P. confirms his leadership and exceptional management abilities.

“I am honoured to have been chosen to lead this major company firmly established in Quebec. With the strong management team we have assembled over the last year, we are embarking on a new era for our organisation. We have everything it takes to be the best in the world and I am committed to work in close collaboration with all our employees to make our company a global reference in the mining industry,” stated Mr. Mobwano.

Born in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Mapi Mobwano lived most of his life in South Africa, where he obtained the South African citizenship. It was in South Africa that he obtained his two Master’s Degrees, the first at the University of the Witwatersrand (Master’s Degree in Engineering, Mineral Resource Management) and the second at the University of Cape Town (MBA). He holds a B.Sc. in Mining Engineering.

Mr. Mobwano worked for more than 20 years in the mining industry in South Africa. Prior to joining ArcelorMittal, he was Chief Operating Officer of Anglo American’s Sishen mine, the largest mine in Africa with an annual production of around 30 million tonnes of finished product and more than 240 million tonnes in total volume.

In this role, he was responsible for a transformation aimed at improving the mine’s productivity and competitive position. He began his career in 1998 with Exxaro Resources and from 2010 to 2017, he was General Manager of Operations at Glencore / Xstrata’s Goedgevonden Complex.

About ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada G.P. and ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P.

Subsidiaries of ArcelorMittal, the largest steel producer in the world and among the top five producers of iron ore products globally, ArcelorMittal Infrastructure Canada G.P. (“AMIC”) and ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P. (“AMMC”) are two complementary entities operating on Quebec’s North Shore. AMIC ensures the transport of concentrate between Mont-Wright and Port-Cartier, and operates a seaport in Port-Cartier to transport and ship AMMC’s products to four continents. AMMC produces iron oxide concentrate and pellets for the steel market. The two companies employ approximately 2,500 people, making ArcelorMittal the largest employer in the North Shore region.

Multi-year investment in Canadian research by ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P.
and ArcelorMittal Mining R&D to support program development and environmental
research projects in the Department of Mining and Materials Engineering

MONTREAL, October 3, 2018 –ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P. announced today a long-term funding programme to support mining and materials engineering R&D in the Faculty of Engineering at McGill University. The strategic partnership pledges to provide $360,000 over four years to create the ArcelorMittal Mining and Mineral Processing Fund, which will finance research projects and program development in the University’s Mining Department. This joint pledge by ArcelorMittal Mining Canada and ArcelorMittal Mining R&D marks the first major financial contribution by the fund to an educational institution in Canada.

A strong research focus on mining and mineral processing is critical as the global demand for high-grade
A strong research focus on mining and mineral processing is critical as the global demand for high-grade raw materials increases, compelling the mining industry to minimise waste, improve industry energy efficiency and increase overall value of products. Research projects currently underway in the Department include: Stochastic Mine Planning, Geo-environmental, Mine Ventilation, and Industrial Transport Processes, among others.

Mining remains an important part of the Canadian economy, accounting for 3.3% of GDP in 2015 and employing 373,000 workers. Canada is the world’s number one destination for mining investment1 and the Mining Department of McGill University has been ranked the 3 rd best educational facility of its kind in the world².

“We operate the largest surface mine in Canada and hold the position of Canada’s leading supplier of iron ore products for the global steel market. We strongly believe that investing in Canadian R&D will reinforce the leading position of Canada in the world mining industry,” said Pierre Lapointe, President and Chief Executive Officer, ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P. “We are extremely proud to announce this first-of-a-kind partnership with a leading Canadian university. The major investment announced today is further proof that we are committed to the sustainable management of the environment and of

¹ Fraser Institute study: http://www.mining.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/fraser-institute-survey-of-miningcompanies-2017.pdf
² QS study: https://www.topuniversities.com/university-rankings/university-subject-rankings/2018/engineeringmineral-mining

finite resources in our country and around the world and demonstrates our continued stewardship of driving sustainable development of the mining industry.”

“ArcelorMittal is proud to contribute to the industry collaboration with academic research centres and help develop innovative solutions for the future of the mining industry,” said Nicolas Dalmau, Head of Public Relations and Government Affairs at ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P.

“This investment from one of the world’s leading mining companies is a strong vote of confidence in our program,” said Professor Hani Mitri, Director of the Mining Department, at McGill University’s Faculty of Engineering. “The department is already recognized as one of the best in the world and this support will ensure that this reputation endures.”

“Mining has a major role to play in helping our society shift to a more sustainable economy,” said Professor Jim A. Nicell, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at McGill University. “Partnering with major corporations such as ArcelorMittal is a cornerstone of our strategy to prepare our students to become leaders in establishing opportunities for innovation and driving these changes to manage our future.”

The Mining Department of the Faculty of Engineering was the first mining school launched in Canada in 1871. Currently approximately 150 undergraduate students are enrolled in the Mining Department. ArcelorMittal Mining Canada has been active for over 60 years, during which time the company has produced in excess of 700 million metric tons of iron ore concentrate and 300 million metric tons of pellets.

About McGill University
Founded in Montreal, Quebec, in 1821, McGill is a leading Canadian post-secondary institution. It has two campuses, 10 faculties, 12 professional schools, 300 programs of study and almost 41,000 students, including more than 9,700 graduate students. McGill attracts students from over 150 countries around the world, its 12,000 international students making up 30% per cent of the student body. Over half of McGill students claim a first language other than English, including approximately 20% of our students who say French is their mother tongue. Find out more at www.mcgill.ca

About ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P.
ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P. produces more than 26Mt of iron oxide concentrate and 10Mt of pellets annually for the global steel market. The company is part of the mining sector of ArcelorMittal, the world’s largest steel company and one of the top 5 producers of iron ore worldwide.

Port-Cartier, October 24, 2017 – ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P. is proud to announce that the company is celebrating the fortieth anniversary of its Port-Cartier pellet plant this October. The construction work that began in June 1975 required no fewer than 50 contractors and up to 2500 workers. A major project for the North Shore and all of Québec, our world-class plant was started up in the week of October 17 to 23, 1977, and the first pellets were cooked on November 29, 1977.

Currently, we produce four types of iron oxide pellets: Mines Canada pellet (BMC), self-fluxed pellet (BAF), low silica pellet (BBS) and blast furnace pellet (BHF). This production is found in steel mills worldwide, mainly in Europe and North America. In all these markets, the ArcelorMittal Group remains our biggest customer, particularly our sister divisions in Canada: ArcelorMittal Long Products Canada in Contrecœur, Québec, and ArcelorMittal Dofasco in Hamilton, Ontario.

Several innovations emerged at our plant and many research and development efforts kept us among the leaders in production and quality. Originally designed for a production capacity of 6 million tonnes of pellets, it has increased its production by 66%, and we project over 10 million tonnes of production in 2017. One thing that makes us proud: the quality of our products is recognized worldwide and the compliance of our pellet shipments is within a few hundredths of perfection.

“If our pellet plant has reached this production level and this product quality, this undoubtedly is thanks to our people – a team with undeniable expertise who have succeeded in creating the culture of rigour, commitment, pride and innovation that characterizes us,” affirmed Pierre Lapointe, President and CEO of ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P. “Along with the investments, many process improvement and modification projects have been carried out over the years by our incomparable team,” Mr. Lapointe added.

In 2016, with Québec government assistance, we began a pilot project for energy conversion to liquefied natural gas. The migration from conventional energy sources to the use of fuels with a smaller carbon footprint is part of our intentions. In addition, our maintenance team in the plant’s Agglomeration Sector recently was honoured with the 2017 OHS Grand Prize for the North Shore region in the Large Enterprise category, for the “Roof Fan” project.

Bravo to all our people who, over the past 40 years, have contributed safely to our pellet plant’s success and fame.

About ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P.
ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P. produces iron oxide concentrate and pellets for the steel market. The company is part of the mining sector of ArcelorMittal, the world’s largest steel company and one of the top 5 producers of iron ore worldwide.