HIGHLIGHTS OF 2025

CDP Climate Change Program

A Score (Global A List)

By achieving an A score in the CDP Climate Change Program, one of the world’s most prestigious assessments in climate action, we were included in the Global A List. This score demonstrates that:

• our emission reduction plans are aligned with science-based targets;

• our investments in energy efficiency are delivering tangible results, and

• our alternative fuel use and clinker reduction strategies have been recognized at the highest level by an internationally respected authority.

CDP Water Security Program

A- (Leadership Level)

Improving our water performance from a B score in 2024 to an A- Leadership level in 2025 strongly demonstrates the impact of the water efficiency projects we have implemented in regions experiencing high water stress.

Sustainalytics

Low Carbon Transition Leader Designation

Being recognized by the sustainability rating agency Sustainalytics with the Low Carbon Transition Leader designation confirms that our transformation capacity ranks among the highest among global players in carbon-intensive sectors.

Integrated Reporting Award

Innovative Reporting Approach

Within the scope of the Integrated Reporting Awards organized for the first time by the Integrated Reporting Association Türkiye (ERTA), we received the “Innovative Reporting Approach” award for our integrated report, which is the first in the cement sector to be prepared in alignment with ISSB and TSRS standards. This achievement represents a strong recognition of our pioneering approach to sharing our sustainability performance in a transparent manner and in alignment with international reporting standards.

Certificate of Appreciation for Environmentally Friendly Practices

Receiving a Certificate of Appreciation from the Cement, Glass, Ceramics and Soil Products Exporters’ Association in recognition of our environmentally responsible production practices and sustainability-focused projects demonstrates that our environmental performance is also acknowledged by our industry stakeholders.

Construction Industry Technology Integration Award

Global 100 Index

In the Global 100 Index, prepared in collaboration with Platin Magazine and Ipsos, we were honored with the “Construction Industry Technology Integration Award”. This award:

• smart factory applications;

• process automation;

• the Planner project; and

• data analytics–based budgeting and planning systems

are a strong indicator of the on-the-ground impact of our digital transformation investments.

16^th Altınyaka Awards

Digitalization and Continuous Improvement Category

The recognition of the Planner Project demonstrates the successful implementation of smart management models across all operational processes, from production to shipment.

7^th Export Champions

Multi-Category Achievement

At the 7^th Export Champions Awards Ceremony, organized by the Cement, Glass, Ceramics and Soil Products Exporters’ Association, we received several awards:

• 3^rd place among the companies with the highest exports in the grey cement sector;

• 4^th place in the overall cement category (including clinker); and

• 5^th place in the clinker sector.

These achievements reflect our operational efficiency, strong global competitiveness and solid position in export markets.

Türkiye’s 50 Most Innovative HR Leaders

CHRO Award

The inclusion of our Vice General Manager of Human Resources and Corporate Communications in this prestigious list announced by Fast Company reflects the impact of our people-focused transformation approach and our talent management practices within the sector.

Women-Friendly Brands

Women’s Employment and Equal Opportunity Award

This award, received for the GençİZ Women Internship Program, reflects our structural policies that support women’s participation in the workforce and our inclusive corporate culture.

Youthall Youth Awards

We Are One of the Top 3 Most Preferred Industrial Companies to Work For!

Being recognized among the industrial companies preferred by young talents demonstrates the strong appeal of our employer brand among the younger generation.

Türkiye’s Most Admired Companies

2^nd Place in the Sector

According to the results of the Türkiye’s Most Admired Companies Survey 2025, our ranking second among the most admired companies in the cement sector demonstrates the strengthening of our employer brand and the trust we have built among our stakeholders. This result reflects the positive impact of our practices in employee experience, corporate culture and career development across the business community.

Adding Value to OHS Awards

First Prize in the Training and Development Category

At the “Adding Value to OHS Awards” organized by the Cement Industry Employers’ Association, our “Safety Coaching” project, aimed at strengthening the occupational health and safety culture, received first place in the Training and Development category. This award represents an important outcome of our systematic approach to promoting a zero-accident culture.

Toptalent

Türkiye’s Most Admired Talent Program

Our GençİZ long-term internship program for female students, which has now reached its fourth term, was ranked first in the construction category in the Türkiye’s Most Admired Talent Programs 2025 list announced by Toptalent.co. This achievement reflects our strong commitment to engaging with young talent and offering inclusive career opportunities.

Golden Plumb Awards

First Prize in the Social Responsibility Category

Winning first place with the STEM Workshop project is a strong indicator of the social impact we have created in promoting equal opportunities in education and expanding young people’s access to science and technology.

Türkiye İMSAD Investment in the Future Awards

Environment, Economy and Social Categories

Receiving awards in three different categories demonstrates that our sustainability approach is not one-dimensional, but built on a balanced and holistic impact across environmental, economic and social dimensions.

TİSK Common Tomorrows Award

Green Transformation Category

The Marmara Islands Artificial Reef Project receiving an award in this category demonstrates that our efforts in ecosystem restoration and biodiversity are recognized at the national level.

Global Leadership with a CDP A Score

Thanks to the comprehensive climate strategy we implemented in 2025, we achieved a top-tier position at the global level. Through our investments in alternative fuels, efforts to reduce the clinker ratio, energy efficiency projects and transparent carbon reporting, we succeeded in being included in the CDP Global A List for the first time. This achievement goes beyond reporting performance and stands as a strong indicator of the transformation we are pursuing with determination in line with our 2050 Net Zero targets.

CSC Gold Certification Across All Cement Plants

With our Ladik Plant also receiving CSC Gold certification in 2025, we achieved the distinction of becoming the first and only company in Türkiye whose all cement plants hold CSC Gold certification. This achievement reflects how our commitment to sustainability has been fully embedded across our corporate culture, particularly in the areas of responsible production, supply chain management and engagement with community stakeholders.

Investing in the Future with the STEM Workshop

The sectoral award we received with our STEM Workshop project demonstrates that our goal of creating long-term positive social impact is not merely an intention, but a strategic approach supported by measurable and tangible outcomes.

KAPSÜL Training Program

With the launch of the “KAPSÜL Internal Trainer Academy” this year, we took an important step toward making knowledge transfer more sustainable by developing our internal trainers. Built around the principles of “collaboration” and “knowledge sharing”, the program supports internal trainer candidates through a variety of learning methodologies. It offers a comprehensive development journey that includes classroom training, interactive sessions designed to encourage experience sharing, and action-learning workshops. As a continuation of the program, further efforts are underway to develop training resources that will enrich the mentoring capabilities of our internal trainers.