OUR SEVENTH 'ESG MATTERS' TALK FOR 2023 This month’s ESG Matters talk was hosted by Graham Carson and focussed on the types, causes, symptoms and treatments of arthritis. Arthritis is unfortunately a condition that is difficult to avoid, and understanding the symptoms and getting the correct treatment to offset the disease is key for arthritis sufferers. Our ESG Matters talks are designed to bring us all together as a team and talk about issues close to our hearts, in order to raise awareness and offer support. Stay tuned for our eighth ESG Matters talk next month.

COMPUTER MONITORS DONATED TO ABLE RADIO, BASED IN CWMBRAN As part of our ongoing ESG focus, we not only encourage internal wellbeing initiatives, but also strive to contribute to our local community. After being introduced to Cwmbran-based life skills centre Able by our Sales Manager for Concrete Sean Pattimore (a board member at Able), we had a think about how we could contribute. Able was founded in 2006 by a group of volunteers passionate about improving the everyday lives of individuals with additional learning needs. Starting as a radio station, the enterprise has grown rapidly, and now plays a pivotal role within the community. Providing everything from radio production, podcast broadcasting, music lessons and horticulture sessions to name a few activities, Able empower every single individual and give them a voice. To coincide with the launch of two new world class radio studios (thanks to funding from the National Lottery), we are proud to donate three computer monitors for the team to use in conjunction with their various media projects. Able offer a wide range of opportunities to people with learning disabilities and neurodiverse conditions, and to contribute towards this fantastic cause is very important to us as a people centric business also based in the Cwmbran area. Shaun O'Dwyer, Managing Director at Able, commented: “We are so pleased to have received these monitors from asset International Structures. To see business’ from across the UK and locally support the incredible work at Able is truly humbling.” For more information about Able and the amazing work they do each and every day, please visit: www.able.wales.

OUR TENTH 'ESG MATTERS' TALK FOR 2023 Last week, our Management Accountant Matthew Jones presented his first ESG Matters Talk, focussing on the amazing work City Hospice do for the people of Cardiff and surrounding areas. City Hospice provide medical and nursing care for patients facing a life limiting illness, which includes end of life care, and support to their families. Matt talked us through activities that he has been involved in this year, including completing a 10k race back in September which raised over £250! We will be getting involved this year by taking part in a Christmas Jumper day, so keep a look out for our xmas lineup and let us know your favourite festive design! 👀 🎄

ASSET PROVIDE CHRISTMAS MAGIC FOR LOCAL CHILDREN IN NEED Last week, we packaged together a selection of brand-new toys and games, and delivered them in person to the Salvation Army, Cwmbran. These items will be gifted in time for Christmas to local children who would otherwise not be fortunate enough to receive presents during the festive season. We received such a warm reception from the amazing team, and we love knowing that we have helped to make Christmas even more magical for those who need it most.

AIS CELEBRATE COMPANY MILESTONE TO KICK OFF THE NEW YEAR HAPPY NEW YEAR! 🥳 We hope you all had a relaxing Christmas and New Year and are ready to take on 2024! Did you know that 2024 marks 100 years of business for us at asset? Our beginnings as a UK-based business can be traced back to 1924 in London. 100 years of expertise in supplying infrastructure products that are built for future, designed for life. We look forward to celebrating the milestone as team later in the year.

MONDAY 15TH JANUARY IS NOW BREW MONDAY! Monday 15th January is no longer Blue Monday, the saddest day of the year for many, it is BREW MONDAY! ☕️ Our first ESG Matters talk for the year was presented this morning by Matthew Jones. This Brew Monday, Samaritans is reminding everyone to reach out for a cuppa and a catch-up with the people you care about. In other words… Out with the BLUE and in with the BREW! We have put together some ideas on the types of things you can take part in, but as long as you’re sharing a cuppa and listening, you’re doing it right! For more information, visit: www.samaritans.org/support-us/campaign/brew-monday/

COVENTRY BUILDING SOCIETY ARENA - WED 13TH MARCH We are excited to share that we will be exhibiting at Bridges 2024 at the Coventry Building Society (CBS) Arena on 13th March. We will be showcasing our innovative range of modular bridge products that provide safe infrastructure for the road and rail sectors. Our full Exhibitor Profile can be found HERE If you will be in attendance at Bridges 24 this year, make sure you pop along to Stand C10 to see how we can support your next infrastructure project.

AIS FURTHER INVEST IN EMPLOYEE WELLBEING & ENGAGEMENT Victoria provided the team at asset HQ with valuable information on FIR, which stands for Fairness, Inclusion and Respect. FIR is a programme established by the Supply Chain Sustainability School that helps workplaces become more inclusive and better for everyone. Victoria, along with our MD Richard, are FIR ambassadors on behalf of the business, and are committed to creating a workplace where every person is valued and supported. More information can be found in the carousel below:

SUPPLY CHAIN SUSTAINABILITY SCHOOL ISSUES SILVER AWARD TO AIS We are so proud to announce that we have recently achieved a Silver award from the Supply Chain Sustainability School, a multi award winning initiative which represents a common approach to addressing sustainability within supply chains. Backed by the UK’s top organisations for the built environment, the School helps to meet the challenging sustainability targets set out by the UK Construction Strategy 2025. The School provides practical support in the form of CPD-accredited e-learning modules and training workshops, tailored assessments and action plans. At asset, our goal is to minimise embodied carbon as well as closely monitor our impact on the environment. It is more important than ever to establish goals for a greener future, and as a company that focuses on sustainable engineered solutions built for future and designed for life, we couldn’t be happier with the recognition.

ASSET MD LEADS BY EXAMPLE BY COMPLETING SUSTAINABILITY MODULE Our MD Richard McTavish has recently achieved 100% in the Supply Chain Sustainability School Module 'Business Case for Sustainable Construction'. Richard had this to say: Keeping the focus on my personal learning plan towards sustainability awareness, I have recently completed a module containing some very interesting case studies and interviews, that will help build our business case for sustainable construction practices and products. Being involved with the Supply Chain Sustainability School has been a great experience so far. Here at Asset International Structures, we strive for excellence in helping to build a sustainable planet. Sustainability is a key driver for us, and it's great to see our MD leading by example. Well done Richard!

ASSET INTERNATIONAL STRUCTURES BECOME MEMBERS OF THE ARA We are proud to announce that we are now members of the Australasian Railway Association. The ARA are the peak body for rail in Australasia, representing all sectors of the rail industry. They represent an array of rail organisations, and provide a coordinated and unified voice on relevant issues of national importance. The ARA promotes rail along with specific projects and initiatives, and represent almost 200 member organisations. Joining this fantastic network has provided us with new opportunities to continue supporting resilience in rail track support, via our patented asset BaFix ballast retention system.

RAISING MONEY TO SUPPORT PAPYRUS PREVENTION OF YOUNG SUICIDE On 15th December 2022, we took part in a 'Wear Purple to Work Day' in support of PAPYRUS (Prevention of Young Suicide). PAPYRUS exists to reduce the number of young people who take their own lives, by shattering the stigma surrounding suicide and equipping young people and their communities with the skills to recognise and respond to emotional distress. Every member of staff fully embraced the spirit of the event and did the company proud, as you can see from the images below: We set up a JustGiving page in aid of the charity, and it was so well received that we extended it by a further month, into January 2023. We set a goal as a company of £1,000, and ended up raising a whopping £1,660! We have been blown away by the reception and response, and would like to sincerely thank every single person who helped us to not only reach, but smash our goal... Are you, or is a young person you know, not coping with life? For confidential suicide prevention advice, please visit: https://www.papyrus-uk.org/