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/

CBS ARENA, COVENTRY | 8TH - 9TH MARCH 2023 Bridges 2023 was a great experience for all who attended the 2-day event. Being the design & supply consultants for such large structures, it was great to be able to show our customers actual parts that are used in infrastructure projects across the UK and beyond. Our new cross section of an FRP Bridge Girder was a big hit with attendees, as it showed a crucial component in the manufacture of FRP bridges. Our experienced sales team were also on hand to present our steel and concrete bridge solutions.

MONEY & AWARENESS RAISED FOR CANCER RESEARCH UK It’s safe to say that it was a very wet day on Sunday 17th September in Swansea for our 10k race on behalf of Cancer Research UK. That being said, spirits were extremely high and Team asset all finished with great times! It felt amazing to support such a worthwhile cause... We hope our efforts will help contribute to medical advancements and support those affected by cancer. At asset International Structures, we are passionate about giving back to our community and making a positive difference in the fight against this devastating disease.

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.

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.

⚠️ Exciting Product Update ⚠️ We are pleased to announce that we are now able to offer our asset BaFix ballast retention system in kit form! Each kit contains all the required individual parts in three convenient packages, as follows: 0057/072456 PANEL BAFIX 50, AL/ZN, LENGTH: 6000 MM KIT 0057/072457 PANEL BAFIX 70, AL/ZN, LENGTH: 6000 MM KIT 0057/072458 PANEL BAFIX 100, AL/ZN, LENGTH: 6000 MM KIT The below carousel showcases our new kits in more detail, breaking down the contents of each. The aim of these new product configurations is to help streamline the ordering process and make specifying a lot easier. If you would like to know more about our PADs approved (PA05/06325), cost-effective alternative to expensive piling solutions, please contact us today via: [email protected]

WE HAVE CHOSEN FIVE CHARITIES TO SUPPORT IN DECEMBER In line with our ESG Matters initiatives for 2024, we are delighted to be supporting the following five charities in the form of upcoming donations: 🧡 Able 🤲 City Hospice 🍏 Eastern Valley Foodbank ❤️ The Salvation Army 🚁 Air Ambulances UK For more information about these amazing organisations, simply swipe through the carousel below.

NEC BIRMINGHAM - WED 14TH TO THURS 15TH OCTOBER The countdown begins! In exactly a month’s time, the team here at asset will be exhibiting at our largest exhibition of the year, Highways UK. We are excited to be showcasing a brand new stand design (Stand D31) and exciting product demonstration models. Register for your FREE ticket here.

GLOUCESTERSHIRE, ENGLAND PROJECT OVERVIEW This asset MultiPlate MP200 stockpile conveyor tunnel (with escape tunnel and bulk head) is located at Wickwar Quarry, Asphalt & Concrete Plant, in Gloucestershire. The customer approached asset looking to invest in a new, safer stockpile conveyor system for a 10m stockpile, which is a specialised underground structure located beneath bulk material piles that provides a safe, efficient way to reclaim and transport materials using gravity feeds. Our asset MultiPlate corrugated steel solution was chosen due to our tried and testing history in supplying corrugated steel for similar conveyor projects. The final stockpile tunnel has a diameter of 3.53m, and a length of 22.8m (escape tunnel length: 20m). PROBLEM SOLVED The asset MultiPlate MP200 Round Pipe improves capacity and safety of the plant. The structure provides a safe, covered environment for feeders and conveyors, protecting them from environmental elements and reducing operational hazards. The bolted structure also provides the strength required to withstand forces applied via the bulk material pile, thus protecting the conveyor system underneath. ESG Due to the lightweight steel solution, we were able to significantly reduce the carbon required for an installation of this size and scale. Site disruptions were also kept to a minimum, due to the rapid, in-situ installation of our modular asset MultiPlate system.

CORNWALL, ENGLAND PROJECT OVERVIEW The existing A30 road (based in Cornwall, connecting Chiverton to Carland Cross) required dualling, to increase its capacity within a strategic location. Due to high traffic volumes driven largely by tourism, this project required construction of a new road whilst maintaining operation of the A30 route. Numerous underbridge crossings were required on the project to promote local transport and community connectivity. We were approached to design and supply a series of structures to facilitate this requirement: asset BEBO Arch: 4x concrete arch structures (12m spans, varying lengths underneath the main A30 dual carriageway). asset VSoL Wall: 7x rectangular panel asset VSoL walls used as end treatment solutions to the asset BEBO arches and beam bridges. PROBLEM SOLVED The A30 Chiverton to Carland Cross for client National Highways was a challenging build, due to maintaining traffic flow on the existing A30 road during the build. We devised an installation sequence to build the structure in two halves, by utilising temporary sheet piles. The aim was to retain the carriageway to allow traffic to continue with a traffic switch, transferring the traffic onto half of the new structure before finalising the asset BEBO installation and opening the complete carriageway. Our standardised asset VSoL wall designs also enabled interchangeable panels on site, which helped to facilitate repeatable manufacturing. ESG This project relied heavily on local connectivity, providing significant social value to the surrounding areas. By minimising local community disruption, we were able to keep the road open during installation due to the modular nature of our concrete products. This allowed for an expediated and staged construction in order to keep the busy route open.

BISHOPTHORPE, ENGLAND PROJECT OVERVIEW Bishopthorpe Bridge carries the Appleton Road over a footpath/cycleway owned by the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust. It is a single carriageway with one lane of traffic in each direction. An assessment of Bishopthorpe Bridge found the structure to be incapable of carrying 40 tonnes of assessment live loading, and recommended that an 18 tonnes weight restriction should be imposed. PROBLEM SOLVED The asset MultiPlate MP200 corrugated steel underpass provides a compliant and durable strengthening solution for Bishopthorpe Bridge, transforming the structure into a fully load‑carrying system in accordance with Highway Structures and Bridges CD 375, and the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB). The system safely accommodates 40‑tonne highway loading and STGO vehicles, enabling removal of the existing 18‑tonne TTRO and restoring full operational capacity. The bolted, galvanised steel structure with foamed concrete infill offers rapid installation, minimal disruption, and a 120‑year design life with low maintenance requirements. The solution integrates effectively with the existing bridge, incorporates environmental mitigation measures, and delivers a resilient, cost‑effective upgrade fully aligned with the Approval in Principle requirements. ESG The new asset MultiPlate structure has been specifically designed to accommodate both human traffic and wildlife, including: Social: The required structure envelope was provided by the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, and allows clearance for cycling, equestrian and maintenance access. Environment: Environmental mitigation, including ecological constraints, bat tubes, swift bricks, and habitat protection.

AN ESG TALK BY MATTHEW IN LINE WITH WORLD BLOOD DONOR DAY This month’s ESG Talk was delivered by Matthew Jones, in line with World Blood Donor Day on Sun 14th June. World Blood Donor Day is a global tribute to the millions of voluntary, unpaid blood donors whose generosity saves lives every day. Their contributions are essential to health systems everywhere, supporting patients during emergencies, childbirth, surgeries, cancer treatment and the lifelong care of many serious conditions. This year’s campaign, “One Drop of Humanity. Give Blood. Save Lives.”, places humanity at the heart of every blood donation. Thank you Matt, we learnt a lot during the session and have been inspired to contribute.