Bank of America Merrill Lynch Leveraged Finance Conference. Robin Grey SVP, Treasurer. December 1, 2011

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1 Bank of America Merrill Lynch Leveraged Finance Conference Robin Grey SVP, Treasurer December 1, 2011

2 Safe Harbor Statement Some of the statements made in this presentation are forward looking in nature. These statements are based on management s current expectations or beliefs. These forward looking statements are not a guarantee of performance and are subject to a number of uncertainties and other factors, many of which are outside Level 3 s control, which could cause actual events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the statements. The most important factors that could prevent Level 3 from achieving its stated goals include, but are not limited to: the company s ability to successfully integrate the Global Crossing acquisition, the current uncertainty in the global financial markets and the global economy; a discontinuation of the development and expansion of the Internet as a communications medium and marketplace for the distribution and consumption of data and video; and disruptions in the financial markets that could affect Level 3 s ability to obtain additional financing. Additional factors include, but are not limited to, the company s ability to: increase and maintain the volume of traffic on its network; develop effective business support systems; manage system and network failures or disruptions; develop new services that meet customer demands and generate acceptable margins; defend intellectual property and proprietary rights; adapt to rapid technological changes that lead to further competition; attract and retain qualified management and other personnel; successfully integrate future acquisitions; and meet all of the terms and conditions of debt obligations. Additional information concerning these and other important factors can be found within Level 3 s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Statements in this presentation should be evaluated in light of these important factors. Level 3 is under no obligation to, and expressly disclaims any such obligation to, update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. 2

3 Company Overview Combination of Level 3 and Global Crossing creates one of the world s most advanced communications companies Focused on: Understanding customers business challenges Building relevant worldwide network solutions Delivering a seamless, industry-leading customer experience Key Metrics: Over 10,000 employees Over 165,000 Fiber Route Miles Network facilities in over 45 Countries Over $6 billion in revenue (1) (1) Pro Forma revenue represent the combined results of Level 3 and Global Crossing as of and for the year ended December 31,

4 The New Level 3 Network The breadth and depth of our network enables us to better control the quality of our customer service and to generate high incremental margins Superior Network Reach Network infrastructure on 3 continents and more than 45 countries 170 metro markets 450 total cities 100,000 intercity route miles 30,000 metropolitan route miles 35,000 subsea route miles Extensive data center and colocation assets 4

5 Combined Customer Overview Balanced Mix of Customers (1)(2) ($ in Millions) Wholesale $2,250 44% Enterprise $2,856 56% Geographical Diversification (1)(2)(3) ($ in Millions) Latin America $597 12% North America $3,570 70% Europe $939 18% (1) Pro Forma balances represent the combined balances and results of Level 3 and Global Crossing as of and for the year ended December 31, 2010 (2) 2010 Core Network Services plus Invest & Grow Revenue (3) Global Crossing Invest & Grow Revenue estimated by Region

6 Integration and Synergy Plan Integration plan designed to: Maintain excellent customer service at both companies Continue to accelerate revenue growth Achieve planned synergies Integration of intercity networks generally presents less complex issues compared to previous metro integrations Joint integration team to develop and execute a detailed plan North America and European network focused CapEx Synergies 12% NetEx Synergies 39% Synergy plan is based on milestones OpEx Synergies 49% Note: Synergy percentages are estimates 6

7 Level 3 Third Quarter Financial Summary Improvement in Core Networks Services (CNS) revenue performance 2% Sequential growth in CNS revenue Strength from Large Enterprise, Mid-Market Enterprise, Government, Cable, and Europe Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA grew to $238 million in 3Q11 or $249 million excluding the $11 million of costs associated with the Global Crossing transaction Continued Capital Markets activity and closing of Global Crossing Level 3 refinanced approximately $1.36 billion of Global Crossing s outstanding consolidated debt September 30th pro forma net debt to annualized Adjusted EBITDA ratio was 5.3x (compared to 7.3x for Level 3 standalone) Pro forma unrestricted cash was $921 million 7

8 Level 3 s Debt Maturity Profile and Capital Markets Activity After the close of the quarter and as part of the closing of the Global Crossing transaction, Level 3 refinanced approximately $1.36 billion of Global Crossing s outstanding debt Pro forma debt as of September 30th was $8.55 billion Pro forma unrestricted cash was $921 million Pro forma net debt to 3Q11 annualized Adjusted EBITDA ratio of 5.3x, excluding costs associated with the Global Crossing transaction Target leverage ratio of 3x-5x ($ millions) Pro Forma Sept 30, 2011 $2,207 $1,840 (1) $2,305 $775 $700 $272 $ Note: Pro forma maturities exclude headquarters mortgage, capital leases and other debt of approximately $246 million (1) Pro forma for $550 million Tranche B III Term Loan due 2018 that was announced November 4, 2011

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