5 September 2019

THE ALUMASC GROUP PLC

("Alumasc" or the "Group")

ALUMASC BOARD APPOINTMENTS TO SUPPORT GROUP'S STRATEGIC DIRECTION & GROWTH PLANS

Alumasc, the premium building products, systems and solutions group is pleased to announce the appointment of Gilbert Jackson and Michael Leaf as Executive Group Directors to the Alumasc board with immediate effect. 

Gilbert Jackson, currently the Divisional Managing Director responsible for Roofing and Levolux, has extensive experience in Building Products and the construction industry. Gilbert also has an internal non-executive role in Alumasc's Water Management division.  He championed the idea of specification led cross-selling of a Building Envelope. Gilbert joined Alumasc in 2011, having previously worked at IKO and Marley Waterproofing and Polypipe Civils Ltd.

Michael Leaf joined Alumasc in 2011 as Managing Director of Timloc Building Products where he has overseen significant growth in both the revenues and profitability of the business. Michael has also performed a number of other roles during his time with Alumasc including the management of the Pendock and Engineering Businesses prior to their sale. Michael is currently the Divisional Managing Director of the Housebuilding Products Division. Prior to joining Alumasc, Michael was a Director at Ideal Standard (UK) Ltd where he was responsible for the commercial activities in Ireland.

John McCall, Chairman of Alumasc, commented:

"I am delighted that Gilbert and Michael will join the Alumasc Board as Executive Directors. Their appointments will help accelerate the delivery of exciting plans that exist for their businesses, particularly in relation to the Building Envelope initiatives and will support the growth plans and development of the Group".

Further information on Gilbert Jackson and Michael Leaf as required to be disclosed in accordance with Schedule Two, paragraph (g) of the AIM Rules for Companies:

Gilbert Jackson, aged 59, holds or has held directorships in the past 5 years as follows:

Gilbert Jackson currently holds options over 76,500 ordinary shares under the terms of the Alumasc LTIP as awarded on 2 October 2017 (33,197) and 28 October 2018 (43,303).

Michael Leaf, aged 55, holds or has held directorships in the past 5 years as follows:

Michael Leaf currently holds options over 67,577 ordinary shares under the terms of the Alumasc LTIP as awarded on 2 October 2017 (28,779) LTIPs and 28 October 2018 (38,798).

No further information in connection with the appointments of Gilbert Jackson and Michael Leaf is required to be disclosed in relation to Schedule Two, paragraph (g) of the AIM Rules for Companies.

Enquiries:

The Alumasc Group plc
Station Road, Burton Latimer, Kettering, Northants NN15 5JP

LEI:  2138002MV11VKZFJ4359

Notes to Editors:

Alumasc is a UK-based supplier of premium building products, systems and solutions. Almost 80% of group sales are driven by building regulations and specifications (architects and structural engineers) because of the performance characteristics offered.

The Group has three business segments with strong positions and brands in their individual markets. The three segments are, with effect from 1 July 2019: Building Envelope; Water Management; and Housebuilding Products.