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FUTURE GENERATION AUSTRALIA LIMITED — Capital/Financing Update 2008
Nov 6, 2008
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Capital/Financing Update
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ASX Announcement
Australian Infrastructure Fund (AIX)
7 November 2008
AIX reports continued passenger growth
AIX today announced passenger numbers for the September quarter 2008, with comparison data from the corresponding 2007 period.
In summary, weighted by AIX’s interest, passenger numbers grew by 6.6% in the quarter ended 30 September 2008 compared to the prior year corresponding period.
The highlight of the quarter was the ongoing strong growth in passenger numbers across the Australian airports in the AIX portfolio. Queensland Airports recorded growth of 12.4%, NT Airports recorded growth of 10.4%, Perth Airport recorded growth of 8.8% and APAC recorded growth of 6.9%.
Düsseldorf, Hamburg, and Athens airports all saw a slight reduction in passenger numbers compared to the prior corresponding period, of (0.8)%, (1.0)% and (2.0)% respectively, due mainly to deteriorating economic conditions in Europe. These airports make up 17% of the AIX portfolio by value.
September Quarter 2008 passenger numbers
Queensland Airports - Queensland Airports Limited (QAL)
| (000's) | September Quarter | September Quarter | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2007 | Growth % |
|
| Gold Coast Passengers | |||
| - Domestic | 1,046 | 932 | 12.2 |
| - International | 84 | 54 | 55.6 |
| Townsville & Mount Isa Passengers | |||
| - Domestic | 464 | 432 | 7.3 |
| Total Passengers | 1,594 | 1,418 | 12.4 |
Northern Territory Airports - Airport Development Group (ADG-NT)
| (000's) | September Quarter | September Quarter | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2007 | Growth % |
|
| Passengers | |||
| - Domestic | 633 | 575 | 10.2 |
| - International | 64 | 57 | 12.5 |
| Total Passengers | 697 | 632 | 10.4 |
Unless otherwise stated, the information contained in this document is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute an offer of securities and should not be relied upon as financial advice. The information has been prepared without taking into account the investment objectives, financial situation or particular needs of any particular person or entity. Before making an investment decision you should consider, with or without the assistance of a financial adviser, whether any investments are appropriate in light of your particular investment needs, objectives and financial circumstances. Neither Hastings, nor any of its related parties, guarantees the repayment of capital or performance of any of the entities referred to in this document and past performance is no guarantee of future performance. Hastings, as the Manager or Trustee of various funds, is entitled to receive management and performance fees.
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Perth Airport - Airstralia Development Group (ADG-WA)
| (000's) | September Quarter | September Quarter | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2007 | Growth % |
|
| Passengers | |||
| - Domestic | 1,774 | 1,603 | 10.7 |
| - International | 637 | 613 | 3.9 |
| Total Passengers | 2,411 | 2,216 | 8.8 |
Melbourne Airport and Launceston Airport - Australia Pacific Airports Corporation (APAC)
| (000's) | September Quarter | September Quarter | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2007 | Growth % |
|
| Melbourne Passengers | |||
| - Domestic | 5,020 | 4,655 | 7.8 |
| - International | 1,193 | 1,159 | 2.9 |
| Launceston Passengers | |||
| - Domestic | 252 | 235 | 7.3 |
| Total Passengers | 6,465 | 6,049 | 6.9 |
Düsseldorf Airport - HOCHTIEF AirPort Capital (HTAC)
| (000's) | September Quarter | September Quarter | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2007 | Growth % |
|
| Passengers | |||
| - Domestic | 1,107 | 1,085 | 2.1 |
| - International | 4,236 | 4,300 | (1.5) |
| Total Passengers | 5,343 | 5,385 | (0.8) |
Hamburg Airport - HOCHTIEF AirPort Capital (HTAC)
| (000's) | September Quarter | September Quarter | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2007 | Growth % |
|
| Passengers | |||
| - Domestic | 1,382 | 1,387 | (0.4) |
| - International | 2,207 | 2,236 | (1.3) |
| Total Passengers | 3,589 | 3,623 | (1.0) |
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Athens Airport - HOCHTIEF AirPort Capital (HTAC)
| (000's) | September Quarter | September Quarter | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2007 | Growth % |
|
| Passengers | |||
| - Domestic | 1,785 | 1,894 | (5.7) |
| - International | 3,554 | 3,552 | 0.1 |
| Total Passengers | 5,339 | 5,445 | (2.0) |
Sydney Airport - HOCHTIEF AirPort Capital (HTAC)
| (000's) | September Quarter | September Quarter | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2007 | Growth % |
|
| Passengers | |||
| - Domestic | 5,671 | 5,512 | 2.9 |
| - International | 2,614 | 2,561 | 2.1 |
| Total Passengers | 8,285 | 8,073 | 2.6 |
For further enquiries, please contact:
Jeff Pollock
Chief Executive Officer
Australian Infrastructure Fund Tel: +61 3 9654 4477 Fax: +61 3 9650 6555 Email: [email protected] Website: www.hfm.com.au
Simon Ondaatje Head of Investor Relations
Hastings Funds Management Tel: +61 3 9654 4477 Fax: +61 3 9650 6555 Email: [email protected] Website: www.hfm.com.au
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Claire Filson Company Secretary Australian Infrastructure Fund
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