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The creation of GHESA in 1963 was an initiative of electric utilities in Spain in

(NY) which took on the role of technological partner up until its share was sold to its

In 1971, coinciding with the launch of the second phase of the Nuclear Programme in Spain,

firms, in order to concentrate capabilities and resources for developing the design of nuclear

At present GHESA, with more than 600 employees, and Empresarios Agrupados, with global

3 The creation of GHESA in 1963 was an initiative of electric utilities in Spain in collaboration with the American engineering company Gibbs & Hill, Inc. (NY) which took on the role of technological partner up until its share was sold to its Spanish partners in In 1971, coinciding with the launch of the second phase of the Nuclear Programme in Spain, GHESA founded Empresarios Agrupados (EA) in collaboration with other Spanish engineering firms, in order to concentrate capabilities and resources for developing the design of nuclear power plants and other types of large-scale thermo-electric power generation projects. At present GHESA, with more than 600 employees, and Empresarios Agrupados, with global resources of roughly 1000 people, make up one of Europe s most important engineering groups, with technological and management capacities for developing a wide range of complex projects whether on a national or international scale. 1

Water Light Music Shows Water and Art has been working for more than 40 years with water as a distinctive element in the decoration of urban areas as well as an instrument of cultural entertainment.

4 Water Light Music Shows Water and Art has been working for more than 40 years with water as a distinctive element in the decoration of urban areas as well as an instrument of cultural entertainment. Technical and economic analysis, artistic design, construction plans, manufacturing, assembly, setup and commisioning and after-sale service is what GHESA offers in its projects. Our main goal is to improve the quality of life with sustainable solutions, bringing the extraordinary and magical world of water to a greater number of persons. Since 1973 we have installed more than 3,500 installations in 30 countries. Fountains of different types, with unique and patented technologies such as the cybernetic underwater LED lighting, ultra-fast cut-off electro-valves... 2

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as lasers, projections on water screens, special lighting, 3-D video mapping, fireworks,

7 Shows A magical world of enchantment The GHESA multimedia shows base their choreography on making the water dance to the rhythm of melodies, including high impact effects such as lasers, projections on water screens, special lighting, 3-D video mapping, fireworks, etc., to display large scenarios of light and colour based on the cybernetic fountain. 5

8 Theme parks Water..., natural..., vital..., pure..., transparent..., it has given us life..., we have given it many uses..., and at GHESA we play with it. 6

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Solutions under the sun Urban landscaping Fountains and Ornamental Water Elements are designed specially for their location, serving as exclusive decorations

11 Solutions under the sun Urban landscaping Fountains and Ornamental Water Elements are designed specially for their location, serving as exclusive decorations for the environment. They provide a multitude of shapes and water displays, fixed, dynamic and automatic jets, cascades, circular fountains, linear fountains... 9

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15 Public areas We make your ideas with water Thanks to our technology and our years of experience, we bring water and people together. We convert areas into pleasant places to live, to enjoy, to play..., only water can do this in such a striking way, turning them into points of reference. 13

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17 Allow us to be your solution Shopping Malls Fountains and water features created and designed to provide high-impact, very pleasant, relaxed and refreshing areas, converting them into meeting points and extending the stay of the visitors. 15

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20 Engineering solutions Flotation systems Ultra-fast electro-valves GHESA underwater LED lighting Sustainable solutions Environmental impact studies 18

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22 Latest generation fountains GHESA is in the technological forefront regarding water, colour and music control, developing and applying latest-generation solutions in each of its installations. Engineering at the service of art 20

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26 Ideas a layout..., a concept..., a singular fountain. Projects shapes..., volumes..., lines that are transformed. Works exclusive fountains..., designer creations..., works that remain over time. 24

27 Water & Art Unique ideas..., unique pieces..., Prestigious installations, in which their design is encompassed in an architectonic conception. Designed by renowned artists and the experienced creative team of GHESA, Unique works of art. public areas with art. 25

28 Water & fun Magical and exciting experience of feeling and playing with the water Visitable fountains Interactive fountains Sensorial fountains Fun fountains 26

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After-sale Service The entire GHESA s team are committed to being

introduces new designs to its product range, all of them are

33 After-sale Service The entire GHESA s team are committed to being the best of their category, both in product quality and in customer satisfaction. In accordance with this commitment, GHESA continually renews and introduces new designs to its product range, all of them are unmistakably of GHESA s style. GHESA is a company authorised by National Heritage to work with historical landmark elements. 31

References Design and installation of largest surface areas of fountains and ornamental water elements in the world: Expo 92 in Sevilla, La Reserva Park of Lima (Peru), Princess Nora University for

34 References Design and installation of largest surface areas of fountains and ornamental water elements in the world: Expo 92 in Sevilla, La Reserva Park of Lima (Peru), Princess Nora University for Women in Riyadh... Participation in all the latest major events of recent history (Barcelona Olympics 92, Atlanta 96, Tunisia 2001, Lisbon Expo 98, Campo Naciones Madrid, Zaragoza Expo ). Realisation of the largest cybernetic fountains of the world (Juan Carlos I Auditorium Park Madrid, floating fountain of Macau, fountain of Ibirapuera Brazil, floating fountain Emirates of Sharjah...). Author of singular Shows: Casino of Estoril, inauguration of Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, Cannes Festival, Lago Ibirapuera Show, Brasilia Show, Show in the Sharjah Sea... Restoration of the Royal Palace of Madrid, Cascades of the Montjüic Palace in Barcelona, Hieronymus Monastery in Lisbon, unique enterprise authorised by National Heritage to restore historical monuments. GHESA fountains in theme parks: Warner, Terra Mítica, Port Aventura, Isla Mágica, Walibi, Toverland... 2 Guinness Records: La Reserva Park in Lima, Peru, and the visitable Fountain Rock in Río in Madrid, Spain. 32

Milestones Cybernetic Concept: top company in developing this exclusive concept. Development of submergible electrovalves, patented by GHESA.

35 Milestones Cybernetic Concept: top company in developing this exclusive concept. Development of submergible electrovalves, patented by GHESA. Development of submergible multicolour LED light projectors, patented by GHESA. GHESA develops all its installations according to the current legislation and regulations on environmental protection and sustainable development. GHESA s materials, management systems and personnel with environmental criteria, assure top quality in all the project phases. The use of a closed-circuit water circulation programme assures quality management and control in consumption in our fountains. GHESA scrupulously respects the regulations in force on noise pollution.

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