Ulu Gerik Orang Asli Water Supply Infrastructure Initiative In FY2025, Tropicana supported the Orang Asli community in Kampung Ulu Gerik, Perak, through an initiative to upgrade the village’s water supply infrastructure. Approximately 360 residents had been facing inconsistent water access due to ageing and undersized piping. Over a six-month period, Tropicana worked with its project teams, subsidiaries and contractors to replace existing pipes with larger capacity piping, improving water pressure and enabling a more reliable and consistent water supply to households within the village. Access to clean and reliable water is essential to daily living, health and overall well-being. The upgraded system supports improved living conditions for the community, including safer water access for families and children, and reduces the need for residents to rely on alternative or less reliable water sources. This initiative reflects our approach to community investment, where we contribute our project management and infrastructure capabilities to address practical community needs. The programme also included the provision of essential food supplies during the project handover. Through this initiative, Tropicana contributed to improving basic infrastructure supporting the well-being of an underserved community. These efforts support vulnerable and underserved groups, including children, the elderly and indigenous communities, and align with our broader commitment to responsible business practices and respect for human rights. Through our Volunteer Time Off (“VTO”) programme, employees may contribute their time and skills to Tropicana Foundation initiatives, subject to internal approval and supervisory support. Participation is currently voluntary and organised on a programme-by-programme basis, depending on operational requirements and the nature of the activity. In addition, we are open to recognising volunteer contributions undertaken with established external charitable organisations, beyond Tropicana Foundation, where such activities are aligned with our values and appropriately verified. While participation levels remain at an early stage from a formal tracking perspective, this initiative reflects a broader effort to embed community engagement more meaningfully within the organisation. Over time, we aim to strengthen participation by creating greater awareness, improving coordination across business units, and progressively integrating volunteering into areas such as leadership development, employee engagement and performance considerations, where appropriate. This measured approach allows us to build a more sustainable and purposeful volunteering culture, aligned with both organisational priorities and community needs, without compromising operational effectiveness. Key initiatives undertaken during the year are highlighted below. AR 2025 | SUSTAINABILITY 148
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