Gulf Extrusions Magazine - August 2019

TOWARDS A FUTURE OF POSSIBILITIES Gulf Extrusions Monthly Magazine August 2019 I Issue 1 Gulf Extrusions is supporting the sustainable growth of its employees ISO 45001:2018 INSIDE Heat Stroke Awareness Campaign ‘One Game, One Family’ charity basketball tournament Employees at Gulfex benefiting from high quality training programs via receiving internationally benchmarked and recognized training in the field of occupational health and safety Gulf Extrusions LLC I A Subsidiary of Al Ghurair Group Fax: 00971 4 884 6830 Gulf Extrusions LLC, PO Box 5598, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Tel: 00971 4 884 6146 www.gulfex.com

Contents Learning and Training 3 Gulf Extrusions is supporting the sustainable growth of its employees 5 Heat Stroke Awareness and Prevention Campaign Health and Wellbeing 6 ‘One Game, One Family’ charity basketball tournament 1

Welcome Note Dear Readers, newly developed international standard ‘ISO 45001:2018’ training program for 40 Gulf Extrusions has seen many employees, in collaboration with SGS on considerable accomplishments, campaigns, June and August 2019. events, achievements and awards in the first half of the year, the most prominent As we move into the summer months, has been for the highest level of Gulf Extrusions launches its annual Heat recognition for business excellence that an Stroke campaign to raise awareness organization can achieve in the region, among its employees about safety winning the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al requirements of working during the Maktoum Business Award in the hottest months of the year. manufacturing category for 2019. We have seen great personally The Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum rewarding season of employees’ health (MRM) Business Award, a member of the and fitness improvement, self-discovery, Mohammed Bin Rashid Global Initiatives, social interaction and enjoyment for was initiated in 2005 under the patronage everyone of all ages, abilities and fitness of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al levels within the company through our Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime participation in ‘One Game, One Family’ Minister and Ruler of Dubai, to recognize charity basketball tournament. and celebrate the success of organisations that contribute to the sustainable In continuation of the company's efforts economic development of the UAE and the to enhance its positive role in the service greater GCC region. of the local community, Gulf Extrusions organizes a blood donation campaign at The purpose of this monthly magazine is to its plant in cooperation with Latifa keep our business partners, employees and Hospital and Dubai Blood Donation clients informed about the company’s Centre, on September 2019. The accomplishments, achievements, projects, campaign is in line with the products and initiatives as well as insightful announcement of 2019 as the “Year of reviews in addition to main activities and Tolerance” in the UAE by H.H. Sheikh events, such as awards, certifications, Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of campaigns, events, technological advances, the UAE. exhibitions and more. With the launch of health campaigns Employees at Gulfex benefiting from high across the company’s departments, Gulf quality training programs via receiving Extrusions reconfirms its commitment to internationally benchmarked and improving the lives of its employees, recognized training in the field of through several engaging initiatives that occupational health and safety. encourage them to adopt healthier lifestyle. As part of the company’s continued efforts to promote and adopt the highest health We hope you enjoy our stories and news and safety standards in its daily operations, looking forward to a very exciting month Gulf Extrusions, successfully conducted the ahead. GULF EXTRUSIONS Monthly Magazine |August 2019 | Issue 1 For suggestions and contributions, please write to [email protected] 2

Learning and Training Gulf Extrusions is supporting the sustainable growth of its employees As part of the company’s continued Mr. Christian Witsch, Gulf Extrusions efforts to promote and adopt the CEO, lauded the efforts for encouraging highest health and safety standards in such training programs that puts Gulfex its daily operations, Gulf Extrusions, in an elite category of businesses that successfully conducted the newly meet the level of excellence recognized developed international standard ‘ISO internationally. 45001:2018’ training program for 40 employees, in collaboration with SGS Mr. Christian commented: “Achieving on June and August 2019. high standards in occupational health and safety is important to the success The ISO 45001 is an International of our business at Gulf Extrusions. The Standard establishing requirements for ISO 45001 training course, which aimed occupational health and safety at upgrading our employees’ management systems, including capabilities and knowledge in the guidance for application of the globally recognized health and safety standard. In addition, the new management systems, is part of the international standard aims to establish company’s overall plans to implement a safe working environment and safer and healthier practices at continual improvement of occupational workplace” health and safety performance. 3

ISO 45001 will replace OHSAS 18001 and will become the next ‘to go’ standard for occupational health and safety. During the comprehensive course, a variety of training tools such as sessions, simulations, and other interactive exercises were used to enhance instructional delivery. The course seeks to provide professionals with the technical knowledge and tools to perform complete and intensive health and safety audits. Through several engaging training programs that encourage employees to adopt and promote better occupational health and safety management system, employees at Gulf Extrusions will be sufficiently equipped with the most advanced international standard and its connection with other regulatory frameworks. 4

Health and Wellbeing Gulfex organizes Heat Stroke Awareness and Prevention Campaign for Employees By taking a step to detect lifestyle changes and what causes heat stroke in coping strategies which its earliest stages and help protects people against employees to maintain a most common health issues healthy lifestyle during the and illnesses associated hottest months of the year, with working in hot Gulf Extrusions in weather months such as; collaboration with a heat exhaustion and heat progressive and quality stroke, causes, signs, healthcare provider in the symptoms, its effects on country, Burjeel Hospital, the work and life of the temperature and blood organized an intensive individual, risk factors, sugar levels checked in “Heat Stroke” awareness health tips and preventive this company-wide campaign for employees at measures to effectively campaign. After the Heat Gulf Extrusions on Monday fight the heat strokes. Stroke lecture, doctor 24th June 2019. As part of the campaign, provided free counseling The Heat Stroke campaign employees were given to our employees, and aims to increase awareness access to an on-site health answered their queries, on the importance of check-up, had their weight, helping to understand and adopting healthy habits, blood pressure, adopt healthy habits for happier summer. 5

Health and Wellbeing Gulfex, Refco and Arabian Can Industries employees showcased their sporting skills in Basketball Tournament 2019 ‘One Game, One Family’ charity basketball tournament REFCO has kicked off its 2019 basketball Industries attended the opening tournament on June 28 at Amity School - ceremony of ‘One Game, One Family’ Dubai, as part of the company’s Charity Basketball Tournament on 28 commitment to promote healthy June 2019. lifestyle and effective teamwork among employees in addition to supporting the The opening was attended by competitive spirit within employees and Christian Witsch, CEO of Gulf departments. Extrusions, Claudette Marchadesch, Al Ghurair Group HR Director, Riyaz Team members of REFCO, Gulf Extrusions Mulla, Arabian Can Industries General and Arabian Can Industries showcased Manager and representatives of Al their sporting skills in a friendly Ghurair Group Head Office. basketball competition organised for employees from various business The tournament was held in waged divisions who were cheered by their fans memorable battles inside jam-packed as they sweated it out for the coveted venue in Dubai with 8 enthusiastic titles and prizes. teams competing for the title. A group of senior executives from GMPA, REFCO, Gulf Extrusions and Arabian Can 6

In an action-packed game where all GULFEX Mint won the first place of ‘One teams could be hugely proud of their Game, One Family’ Basketball efforts, REFCO Slashers won the Tournament 2019 while REFCO Quality championship of REFCO Basketball 2019’s Assurance secured sole possession of the triumphing (74-63) over (GULFEX Mint) in second place, and REFCO Tribu Lad UK the final showdown. took the third place in a devastating second-half display. While speaking on the occasion, Mr. The true joy in this tournament comes Christian Witsch, Gulf Extrusions CEO, lauded the efforts for encouraging such from celebrating the players' hard work, events and congratulated all the teams participating in the tournament. He their dedication to the sport and the fans' emphasized on the need to play the game with the spirit of teamsmanship. pride in their teams. The referees also Christian further added that these games are organized to improve the bonding worked very hard that day and moved and promote healthy competition. the games along smoothly during the competition between REFCO Quality Assurance, REFCO Slashers, REFCO Tribu Lad UK, REFCO Logistics, REFCO Aces, Gulfex Mint Green, Gulfex Dark Green and Arabian Can Industries team. All games were supervised by very professional talents. 7

With 8 teams producing some brilliant The Mythical Five medals were awarded goals for the fans to enjoy, the fourth to Renan Labrador of Gulfex Mint for season of REFCO Basketball League has Best Guard, Paolo Mateo of Gulfex Mint exceeded all expectations showing a for Best Power Forward, Robert Castro very high level of play witnessed from of REFCO Slashers for Best Center, each player. All employees enjoyed the Jayson Candelaria of REFCO Slashers for tournament and cheered the teams in Best Small Forward and Jeffrey Doctor this fun-filled interactive sporty and of REFCO Slashers for Best Guard. memorable event. The Mythical Five awardees excelled in their skills in rebound, assist, steal and offense, earned average points at each game and achieved perfect attendance as well. 8

Arabian Can Industries team has a great Ravenal Garcia has earned respect in blend of colors where the white color the tournament as the best coach. and light orange circles which include a This tournament is part of the winning can image makes a visually- company’s commitment towards appealing style, depicting a patriotic fostering a healthy competitive spirit mission. Due to the white color and recognizing the importance of team spreading on the uniform, the light building among its employees. All orange circles and vertical stripes proceeds from this charity basketball covering the uniform’s edges pop for an event benefitted school’s community awesome blend of varying colors. that need educational assistance for the Although the numbers look like letters, pupils and faculty. the unique form and white color makes for a great combination. The font choice 9 on the uniforms adds an extra feature to their uniforms that bring to life a story of excellence. The best current basketball coaches are the wise, talented and experienced men who lead the best team in this year’s REFCO Basketball Tournament.

This tournament is part of the Five people were the true backbone of company’s commitment towards this effort and did an extraordinary job fostering a healthy competitive spirit coordinating and organizing this event - and recognizing the importance of Shajahan P.B, Mark Benedick Dimailig team building among its employees. and Mark Angelo Briñas from Refco, All proceeds from this charity basketball Shuja Hadi from Arabian Can and John event benefitted school’s community C Almirol from Gulf Extrusions. All we that need educational assistance for can say is “thank you all” for everything the pupils and faculty. you have done to make this tournament a big success! Congratulations go to REFCO Slashers for winning the tournament championship as well as wishing all the best for the other teams in upcoming events. With the spirit of hospitality and togetherness, combined with generous awards and giveaways, the tournament’s atmosphere gave everyone in attendance a truly memorable event with colleagues as well as management and was an occasion to strengthen the bond within our employees who have played a major part in the Group’s continuous growth and outstanding successes. Stay tuned with NEWS, EVENTS, ACTIVITIES, EXHIBITIONS, INDUSTRY INSIGHTS AND MORE 10

Gulf Extrusions Monthly Magazine August 2019 I Issue 1 TOWARDS A FUTURE OF POSSIBILITIES Gulf Extrusions LLC I A Subsidiary of Al Ghurair Group Fax: 00971 4 884 6830 Gulf Extrusions LLC, PO Box 5598, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Tel: 00971 4 884 6146 www.gulfex.com