5 ENHANCING VALUE THROUGH SUSTAINABILITY 135 Asset Class Expansion UEM Edgenta continues to expand into new asset classes that support the low-carbon transition and future-ready infrastructure. Through OPUS, the Group secured contracts to support the development of electric vehicle infrastructure, marking entry into an asset class aligned with energy transition and sustainable mobility. This reflects the Group’s ability to respond to emerging infrastructure needs while leveraging established engineering and sustainability capabilities. Local Hiring and Community Economic Participation Consistent with its commitment to inclusive growth, UEM Edgenta prioritises local hiring across its operations. In Malaysia, the Group continues to provide employment opportunities to communities near operational sites, including those surrounding the asphalt premix plant with recycling facility in Tapah, supporting local livelihoods and economic participation. Workforce localisation remains a priority in the KSA, where the Group continues to build a sustainable local workforce in line with the Government’s localisation agenda, having recruited more than 100 Saudi nationals into its operations. Talent Development Talent development continues to play a central role in sustaining long-term economic value creation. The Graduate Trainee Programme serves as an important pipeline for developing future-ready talent across the Group, supporting skills transfer, leadership development and organisational continuity as the business expands into new markets and asset classes. Supply Chain and Human Rights Our practices in managing our supply chain are guided by our Code of Conduct for Business Partners (2019) and our Human Rights Policy. Our Code of Conduct for business partner compliance clearly outlines requirements for business partners compliance regarding issues including compliance with local laws, forced labour, workers’ rights and human rights. Across its markets, responsible supply chain management and the protection of worker welfare are integral to economic value creation. Suppliers and service partners are required to comply with applicable laws and regulations, uphold acceptable social practices, and, where relevant, maintain recognised certifications or standards. In KSA, greater emphasis in FY2025 was placed on supplier and contractor practices relating to worker welfare, including living conditions, accommodation standards and fair treatment on sites. These expectations are reinforced through contractual requirements, engagement and ongoing monitoring. VALUE CREATED Middle East Operations UEM Edgenta’s expansion in the Middle East continued to generate economic value through responsible market entry, localisation and capability transfer. In FY2025, operations in the KSA focused on building sustainable facilities management capabilities aligned with local regulatory requirements and market expectations. Value was created through the development of local talent, adoption of technology-enabled operating models and strengthening of safety and governance practices. These efforts supported more resilient asset operations for clients while contributing to local economic participation and long-term service continuity. Performance in the region was also recognised externally. MEEM Facilities Management received the IFM Company of the Year – Silver Award (2025) and the Best Use of Technology – Gold Award (2025), reflecting the impact of integrated service delivery and digital-enabled operations. Our achievements in our UAE operations further recognised through multiple industry accolades, including Property Management Firm of the Year and the Sustainability Community Award at the Smart Built Environment Awards 2025, as well as Socienta for Innovative Technology of the Year, alongside Best CAFM Implementation 2024 and Best Facilities Engineer 2024 at the Wasl Annual Awards. Kaizen Asset Management winning the Smart Built Environment awards Consultancy, Energy and Sustainability Services Through OPUS, UEM Edgenta created economic value by expanding sustainability-led consultancy and energy efficiency solutions that deliver measurable cost savings and risk reduction for clients. In FY2025, OPUS continued to support healthcare, commercial and institutional assets through energy performance contracting, zero-capex delivery models and sustainability advisory services. These offerings enabled clients to improve energy efficiency and asset performance without upfront capital investment, while generating new revenue streams and strengthening the Group’s position as a sustainability solutions provider. OPUS also secured new sustainability-related projects, including the consultancy services for electric vehicle charging infrastructure for a major transportation operator. This reflects rising demand for low-carbon infrastructure solutions and the Group’s ability to respond to emerging transition requirements.
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