to grow is to create value that goes beyond our industry. to innovate is to be a protagonist in the development of inspiring solutions. to have an impact is to leave a positive legacy for the generations of today and tomorrow. from the beginning, votorantim metais's business activities have had a transforming effect on promoting the development of the metals and mining sector, and of brazil. today, as well as in brazil, we have operating units in four other countries and we actively participate in the global metals and mining markets for non-ferrous metals. we promote a culture of high performance, based on inspirational leadership and investment in the development of our talented people. we believe in open dialogue in all our relations. we value diversity, quality of life and especially safety, which, for us, is a non-negotiable value. we are a group of 12 thousand people with a common vocation to transform and, together, to propel votorantim metais along its course. to ca