Leeden Scales Greater HeightsPower Weld Opens Third Manufacturing Facility

Leeden Opens First Robotic & Automation Center in MalaysiaWith significant growth in demand for automated welding in the region, Leeden opened its first Robotic & Automation Center in Puchong, Selangor, Malaysia on 6th September 2011. The three-storey center showcases not only the OTC Daihen Almega VII Series of automated arc welding robots, but is also home to a product showroom, workshop and training facility that offer comprehensive training and certification courses on robotic and automation systems. The center is set to provide various customized automated welding solutions and value-added training services.

Leeden @ MetalTech 2011

Leeden @ OGA 2011

Leeden @ OGI 2011

Recognized for foresight and leadership qualities that has steered Leeden’s business to a next level of growth, Mr Steven Tham, Leeden Group's Chairman and CEO was awarded the prestigious Outstanding Entrepreneur Award 2011 by Enterprise Asia for the second time, despite stiff competition from more than 300 other nominees.

“I am truly honoured and proud to be a second time recipient of the Outstanding Entrepreneur Award. It has been a fruitful journey, not possible without human capital – an extremely important element in our business model. I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to my team of hardworking staff who have done marvellous jobs in building up strong Leeden brand equity, and to customers and principals, in believing in the Leeden story.”

Asia Pacific Entrepreneur Award (APEA) is organized by Enterprise Asia. It aims to spur greater innovation, fair practices and growth in entrepreneurship and encourage continued leadership towards sustainable economic development for the region.

Leeden’s Welding and Safety Divisions jointly participated in the MetalTech 2011, the ASEAN International Machine Tools and Metalworking Technology Exhibition, at the Putra World Trade Centre, Kuala Lumpur, from 4th to 8th May 2011.

Key highlights of the show included Fronius Virtual Welding demonstration and OTC’s live welding demonstration of Stitch-pulsed Technology. Visitors were also engaged by Nederman’s Weld-filter System demonstrations.

Leeden is proud to be an exhibitor at Oil & Gas Asia 2011, the 13th Asian Oil, Gas & Petrochemical Engineering Exhibition at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Malaysia from 1st to 3rd June 2011.

The exhibition saw many visitors expressing interest in the sophisticated automated welding technology presented, more effective than the current manual stick electrode welding system. DBI SALA’s product demonstration of confined space rescue system engineered for excellent performance in emergencies, was a crowd-puller as well.

PT Leeden Indonesia’s Welding Division participated in OGI 2011 exhibition held in Jakarta International Exhibition Centre held on the 21st to 24th September 2011. The event, which generated many potential sales leads that went into growing customer base in the country, showcased a wide range of welding products which included Wachs LCSF cold cutting equipment, Mathey Dearman clamps, Blue Power pipe stand, Gullco welding automation equipment, and Fronius and Newarc welding and cutting equipment.

Welding consumables from renowned brands such as Hobart, INE TIG, Special Metals, FSH Welding Group and Accessories, as well as Abrasives and Tools such as Tempil, Weiler and SP AIR were also featured at the booth.

Mr Tham Clinches Second Outstanding Entrepreneur Award

Mr Steven Tham, CEO of Leeden Limited receiving the prestigious Outstanding Entrepreneur Award from Mr Teo Ser Luck, Minister of State for Trade and Industry.

Leeden has made it to the headlines of Share Investment’s August issue. Featuring Leeden’s CEO, Mr Steven Tham, the article highlights his Outstanding Entrepreneur Award win at the APEA event. The article speaks of Mr Tham’s success in transforming Leeden from a multiple business line organization to an integrated specialist for Welding, Gas and Safety. Leeden’s turnover and net profit that grew at a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.1 percent and 41.7 percent respectively from FY06 to FY10. From its strategic moves and management, Leeden could potentially generate good return for its investors over the years.

To read the full article, visit www.leedenlimited.com.

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As 2011 comes to a close, we reflect on the achievements Leeden has made.Leeden Limited is pleased to

announce that its subsidiary, Power Weld Sdn Bhd, has opened its third plant in Malacca, Malaysia on 11.11.11. The plant, located in Ayer Keroh Industrial Estate in Malacca, Malaysia will focus on the production of welding electrodes.

With a capital investment that exceeds S$2.6 million, the new facility occupies a

Power Weld Opens Third Manufacturing FacilityWith a capital of S$2.6 million, Leeden’s subsidiary, Power Weld, opened in Malacca, Malaysia on 11.11.11.

Leeden Opens First Robotics & Automation Center in MalaysiaThe three-storey center in Puchong, Selangor houses a product showroom, workshop and training facility.

MetalTech 2011, OGA 2011, OGI 2011The successful exhibitions showcased products, accessories and demonstrations.

Leeden Secures New AgenciesLeeden secured distribution rights for five welding and safety brands.

Leeden Received bizSAFE Level 3 CertificationIn a bid for safer and healthier working conditions, Leeden’s three business units attains Level 3 certification.

Mr Tham Clinches Second Outstanding Entrepreneur AwardCompetition from over 300 nominees does not stop Leeden’s CEO from walking away with prestigious award the second time.

land area of 138,300 square feet and houses a Manufacturing Plant, Warehouses, Research and Development Laboratories and Welding Training Centre.

“Additional resources can also be deployed for research and development of new technologies and products. Our S$2.6 million investment in this expansion project encompasses not only production capacity, but also the upgrading of laboratory equipment for research & development and testing facilities as well as the establishment of a new Welding Training Centre,” shares Mr Steven Tham, Chairman and CEO of

Leeden Limited. “We will continue to work on upgrading our product technology and expanding our product and service offerings so as to remain relevant to market demand.” He added.

Mr Steven Tham, CEO of Leeden Limited receiving the prestigious Outstanding Entrepreneur Award from Mr Teo Ser Luck, Minister of State for Trade and Industry.

Making A Difference with GolfNIG Launches New Product in First Quarter of 2012

In line with Leeden’s continuous effort to bring cost-efficient products to customers, National Industrial Gases Pte Ltd (NIG) will commence production of N83, the latest CNG mixture gas, in a new production facility in Karbil, Batam.

N83 is a CNG mixture gas developed by Leeden’s partner, National Oxygen Pte Ltd and its parent company, Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation of Japan. The in-house created term, N83, is made up of 83 percent Methane. N83 is environmentally friendly and offers an efficient alternative to increasing fuel gas users in shipbuilding and fabrication industries in Singapore and Batam. N83 trials will be conducted to ensure the safety and familiarity of N83’s unique properties with its users.

As soon as Singapore’s production plant is operational, NIG will be the sole industrial gas producer – with dedicated CNG mixture gas production facility on the island. N83’s production in Singapore is scheduled to commence in the first quarter of 2012.

With over 60 years of experience in manufacturing footwear made from hand sewn top quality leathers, suede, moosehide and deerskin, Minnetonka products are of classic designs – natural and free-spirited. Its comfortable, carefree and casual products appeal to both adults and children. Minnetonka’s range of shoes is available at Red Wing Shoe Store located at Suntec City #02-07.

Capital Safety Training

Making a Difference with Golf Leeden Secures New AgenciesLeeden Ventures into Johor

Leeden’s D&D Goes International

Welding Fume Extraction for Singapore Maritime Academy

Leeden Welding Sdn Bhd’s Johor Branch officially opened on 23rd July 2011, marking an important milestone of Leeden’s aggressive expansion into the Johor region. Strategically located at the junction within the Johor Pasir Gudang, Masai area, Leeden’s new branch emphasizes the importance of reaching out to customers and principals in Malaysia. The closer proximity to Malaysian customers also serves to provide better service and response to their needs.

The opening ceremony was officiated by Leeden’s Lead Independent Director, Mr Leslie Struys together with 6 of our Management Staff, Mr Edwin Chow, Mr Alex Ong, Mr BT Ong, Mr Adrian Hong, Mr Mohd Hafidz and Mr Tim Lim in a traditional ribbon cutting ceremony, balloon releasing and lion dance. The opening launch was witnessed by Leeden’s staff, business partners and customers from Singapore, Johor, Kuala Lumpur and Penang. Held at Holiday Inn Atrium, Leeden Limited’s annual Dinner &

Dance at Holiday Inn Atrium was a celebration at its best. The program started off at the ballroom’s doorstep, with guests receiving generous door gifts and taking part in a sure-win lucky dip upon registration. A speech by CEO of Leeden Limited Mr Steven Tham kicked-off the fun-filled night ahead. Largely made up of Leeden’s staff and business associates, the 300 odd-strong crowd warmed up quickly. Boisterous cheers and shouts were heard as Mr Tham went on to display artistic talents – a self-drawn portrait of a tortoise as memento he presented to COO of Leeden Limited Mr Kelvin Lee onstage. The tortoise, Mr Tham later explained, symbolized longevity and the fearlessness in taking risks – like how the tortoise sticks its neck out.

The night was made more meaningful when emcee Ansel from the Welding Division announced that the Dinner & Dance event was held in conjunction to Mr Tham’s 60th birthday. Guests present cheered and clapped as Mr Lee presented Mr Tham a birthday gift upon a cake-cutting session. Guests

enjoyed a nine-course dinner whilst ten karaoke contestants took centre stage to crone and belt out tunes of various genres.Amidst the laughter and joy, the crowd quietened when Long Service Awards were given out by Mr Tham and Mr Lee. The moment was heartwarming when COO Mr Kelvin Lee and Ms Catherine Lim, our tea lady, were the recipients of the 35 years long service award. Filled with lots of laughter and cheer, the Leeden Dinner & Dance event was a great success.

Singapore Maritime Academy (SMA) in Singapore Polytechnic provides specialized education catering to the maritimeindustry and welding being the key skill in marine engineering is essential for all full-time diploma students. Thetraining workshop consists of 18 welding stations where the students can hone their welding skills. As SingaporePolytechnic is ISO 14001 certified, it is committed to provide a safe environment for the students during their trainingin the welding workshop.

Leeden was invited to propose a solution to provide a safe working environment for the students. Leeden Safety Team is pleased to recommend Nederman Solutions to Singapore Polytechnic. Hazardous welding fumes are extracted using Nederman telescopic arms connected to a centralized ducting and fan system. Selection of the telescopic arm is based on the consideration of tight space constraints within the booth area. Leeden’s Safety division has since increased the extraction points from 10 to 18 stations recently and Singapore Polytechnic was satisfied with the performance of the Nederman fume extraction system.

Having attended the DBI SALA™ Block Repair Training course in US this September, Mr Joseph Chua and Mr Au Sheng Lao of Leeden Safety Division are now trained and certified to repair and service of Self Retracting Lifelines (SRL) blocks.

With ability to certify, service and repair SRL blocks, Leeden will provide integrated services and solutions to customers who purchase and use DBI SALA Fall Protection System – there will no longer be a need to send the blocks to other places for recertification.

As part of corporate social responsibility, Leeden hosted its fifth Charity Golf 2011 on 8th September 2011 at the Raffles Country Club, Singapore. A total of S$27,000 was raised from the event for Bo Tien Welfare Services Society, a non-profit and voluntary welfare organization for the destitute aged and the Anjali House for the adoption of orphans in Cambodia. The funds will be used to subsidize nursing and health care services at Bo Tien Society, and food, lodging and education at the Anjali House.

To top off the meaningful day, winner of Charity Golf, Mr Richard Silk of Mirage Machines, auctioned his prize of a Maruman Shuttle – i4000X Driver R to raise a further S$2,000 for both charities.

A part of the SCHMOLZ + BICKENBACH Group, the world's largest manufacturer, processor and distributor of special steel long products, Ugitech produces and sells a wide range of stainless steel long products: Bars, wire rods and wires. Its products are available for the China market.

A world-renowned manufacturer of high quality automatic welding carriages, cutting carriages, welding automation and accessories, Gullco International presents its weld automation equipment that improves quality and increases welding productivity whilst keeping costs low. The brand engages in continuous research and development programmes that provide weld automation equipment and systems. Its products are available for the Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam markets.

Eversafe Shell Day

The participants at the Leeden 5th Charity Golf 2011.

Sundström manufactures, develops and markets technically superior respiratory products. Through research, Sundström has established a flexible and expandable product range. From conventional half face masks to its renowned Powered Air Purifying Respirators and Compressed Air-fed Respiratory Systems, Sundström products provide specific industrial use, while focusing on cost competitiveness, compatibility and comfort for users. Its products are available for Singapore and Malaysia markets.

Leeden recognizes the importance of providing a safe and healthy working environment thus its embarkation to achieving the bizSAFE Level 3 certification for its three business units: Leeden Limited, Leeden Distribution Pte Ltd and National Industrial Gases Pte Ltd in March 2011.

Risk management training on safe work procedures were conducted across all departments. By 18th August 2011, all three business units attained bizSAFE Level 3 certification and were appointed members of bizSAFE Enterprise.

Leeden Received bizSAFE Level 3 Certification

Eversafe Extinguisher Pte Ltd, invited by Yen Lee Fireweld, is proud to be a part of Shell Safety Day 2011. The event was one of Shell’s annual initiatives held to strengthen safety culture for their staff and contractors.

Along with other vendors supplying safety-related products, Yen Lee Fireweld and Eversafe were present to market Eversafe’s Household Safety products which included ABC fire extinguishers, battery operated smoke alarms and fire blankets. In a bid to promote Fire Safety Awareness, the products were specifically targeted at home users.

Mr and Mrs Steven Tham cut birthday cake Mr and Mrs Kelvin Lee

CEO Mr Steven Tham presents COO Mr Kelvin Lee with self-drawn portrait of tortoise

With over 50 years of experience in building, servicing and repairing circle welding and circle burning equipment, Circle Welding Innovations provide quality nozzle welders and circle burners for pressure vessels, power piping and sprinkler piping fabrication.

The company also services nozzle welders and circle burners produced by other companies that were manufactured between 1970 and 2002. Circle Welding Innovations is based in Asia, United States and Europe.

With over 60 years of experience in manufacturing footwear made from hand sewn top quality leathers, suede, moosehide and deerskin, Minnetonka products are of classic designs – natural and free-spirited. Its comfortable, carefree and casual products appeal to both adults and children. Minnetonka’s range of shoes is available at Red Wing Shoe Store located at Suntec City #02-07.

Capital Safety Training

Making a Difference with Golf Leeden Secures New AgenciesLeeden Ventures into Johor

Leeden’s D&D Goes International

Welding Fume Extraction for Singapore Maritime Academy

Leeden Welding Sdn Bhd’s Johor Branch officially opened on 23rd July 2011, marking an important milestone of Leeden’s aggressive expansion into the Johor region. Strategically located at the junction within the Johor Pasir Gudang, Masai area, Leeden’s new branch emphasizes the importance of reaching out to customers and principals in Malaysia. The closer proximity to Malaysian customers also serves to provide better service and response to their needs.

The opening ceremony was officiated by Leeden’s Lead Independent Director, Mr Leslie Struys together with 6 of our Management Staff, Mr Edwin Chow, Mr Alex Ong, Mr BT Ong, Mr Adrian Hong, Mr Mohd Hafidz and Mr Tim Lim in a traditional ribbon cutting ceremony, balloon releasing and lion dance. The opening launch was witnessed by Leeden’s staff, business partners and customers from Singapore, Johor, Kuala Lumpur and Penang. Held at Holiday Inn Atrium, Leeden Limited’s annual Dinner &

Dance at Holiday Inn Atrium was a celebration at its best. The program started off at the ballroom’s doorstep, with guests receiving generous door gifts and taking part in a sure-win lucky dip upon registration. A speech by CEO of Leeden Limited Mr Steven Tham kicked-off the fun-filled night ahead. Largely made up of Leeden’s staff and business associates, the 300 odd-strong crowd warmed up quickly. Boisterous cheers and shouts were heard as Mr Tham went on to display artistic talents – a self-drawn portrait of a tortoise as memento he presented to COO of Leeden Limited Mr Kelvin Lee onstage. The tortoise, Mr Tham later explained, symbolized longevity and the fearlessness in taking risks – like how the tortoise sticks its neck out.

The night was made more meaningful when emcee Ansel from the Welding Division announced that the Dinner & Dance event was held in conjunction to Mr Tham’s 60th birthday. Guests present cheered and clapped as Mr Lee presented Mr Tham a birthday gift upon a cake-cutting session. Guests

enjoyed a nine-course dinner whilst ten karaoke contestants took centre stage to crone and belt out tunes of various genres.Amidst the laughter and joy, the crowd quietened when Long Service Awards were given out by Mr Tham and Mr Lee. The moment was heartwarming when COO Mr Kelvin Lee and Ms Catherine Lim, our tea lady, were the recipients of the 35 years long service award. Filled with lots of laughter and cheer, the Leeden Dinner & Dance event was a great success.

Singapore Maritime Academy (SMA) in Singapore Polytechnic provides specialized education catering to the maritimeindustry and welding being the key skill in marine engineering is essential for all full-time diploma students. Thetraining workshop consists of 18 welding stations where the students can hone their welding skills. As SingaporePolytechnic is ISO 14001 certified, it is committed to provide a safe environment for the students during their trainingin the welding workshop.

Leeden was invited to propose a solution to provide a safe working environment for the students. Leeden Safety Team is pleased to recommend Nederman Solutions to Singapore Polytechnic. Hazardous welding fumes are extracted using Nederman telescopic arms connected to a centralized ducting and fan system. Selection of the telescopic arm is based on the consideration of tight space constraints within the booth area. Leeden’s Safety division has since increased the extraction points from 10 to 18 stations recently and Singapore Polytechnic was satisfied with the performance of the Nederman fume extraction system.

Having attended the DBI SALA™ Block Repair Training course in US this September, Mr Joseph Chua and Mr Au Sheng Lao of Leeden Safety Division are now trained and certified to repair and service of Self Retracting Lifelines (SRL) blocks.

With ability to certify, service and repair SRL blocks, Leeden will provide integrated services and solutions to customers who purchase and use DBI SALA Fall Protection System – there will no longer be a need to send the blocks to other places for recertification.

As part of corporate social responsibility, Leeden hosted its fifth Charity Golf 2011 on 8th September 2011 at the Raffles Country Club, Singapore. A total of S$27,000 was raised from the event for Bo Tien Welfare Services Society, a non-profit and voluntary welfare organization for the destitute aged and the Anjali House for the adoption of orphans in Cambodia. The funds will be used to subsidize nursing and health care services at Bo Tien Society, and food, lodging and education at the Anjali House.

To top off the meaningful day, winner of Charity Golf, Mr Richard Silk of Mirage Machines, auctioned his prize of a Maruman Shuttle – i4000X Driver R to raise a further S$2,000 for both charities.

A part of the SCHMOLZ + BICKENBACH Group, the world's largest manufacturer, processor and distributor of special steel long products, Ugitech produces and sells a wide range of stainless steel long products: Bars, wire rods and wires. Its products are available for the China market.

A world-renowned manufacturer of high quality automatic welding carriages, cutting carriages, welding automation and accessories, Gullco International presents its weld automation equipment that improves quality and increases welding productivity whilst keeping costs low. The brand engages in continuous research and development programmes that provide weld automation equipment and systems. Its products are available for the Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam markets.

Eversafe Shell Day

The participants at the Leeden 5th Charity Golf 2011.

Sundström manufactures, develops and markets technically superior respiratory products. Through research, Sundström has established a flexible and expandable product range. From conventional half face masks to its renowned Powered Air Purifying Respirators and Compressed Air-fed Respiratory Systems, Sundström products provide specific industrial use, while focusing on cost competitiveness, compatibility and comfort for users. Its products are available for Singapore and Malaysia markets.

Leeden recognizes the importance of providing a safe and healthy working environment thus its embarkation to achieving the bizSAFE Level 3 certification for its three business units: Leeden Limited, Leeden Distribution Pte Ltd and National Industrial Gases Pte Ltd in March 2011.

Risk management training on safe work procedures were conducted across all departments. By 18th August 2011, all three business units attained bizSAFE Level 3 certification and were appointed members of bizSAFE Enterprise.

Leeden Received bizSAFE Level 3 Certification

Eversafe Extinguisher Pte Ltd, invited by Yen Lee Fireweld, is proud to be a part of Shell Safety Day 2011. The event was one of Shell’s annual initiatives held to strengthen safety culture for their staff and contractors.

Along with other vendors supplying safety-related products, Yen Lee Fireweld and Eversafe were present to market Eversafe’s Household Safety products which included ABC fire extinguishers, battery operated smoke alarms and fire blankets. In a bid to promote Fire Safety Awareness, the products were specifically targeted at home users.

Mr and Mrs Steven Tham cut birthday cake Mr and Mrs Kelvin Lee

CEO Mr Steven Tham presents COO Mr Kelvin Lee with self-drawn portrait of tortoise

With over 50 years of experience in building, servicing and repairing circle welding and circle burning equipment, Circle Welding Innovations provide quality nozzle welders and circle burners for pressure vessels, power piping and sprinkler piping fabrication.

The company also services nozzle welders and circle burners produced by other companies that were manufactured between 1970 and 2002. Circle Welding Innovations is based in Asia, United States and Europe.

With over 60 years of experience in manufacturing footwear made from hand sewn top quality leathers, suede, moosehide and deerskin, Minnetonka products are of classic designs – natural and free-spirited. Its comfortable, carefree and casual products appeal to both adults and children. Minnetonka’s range of shoes is available at Red Wing Shoe Store located at Suntec City #02-07.

Capital Safety Training

Making a Difference with Golf Leeden Secures New AgenciesLeeden Ventures into Johor

Leeden’s D&D Goes International

Welding Fume Extraction for Singapore Maritime Academy

Leeden Welding Sdn Bhd’s Johor Branch officially opened on 23rd July 2011, marking an important milestone of Leeden’s aggressive expansion into the Johor region. Strategically located at the junction within the Johor Pasir Gudang, Masai area, Leeden’s new branch emphasizes the importance of reaching out to customers and principals in Malaysia. The closer proximity to Malaysian customers also serves to provide better service and response to their needs.

The opening ceremony was officiated by Leeden’s Lead Independent Director, Mr Leslie Struys together with 6 of our Management Staff, Mr Edwin Chow, Mr Alex Ong, Mr BT Ong, Mr Adrian Hong, Mr Mohd Hafidz and Mr Tim Lim in a traditional ribbon cutting ceremony, balloon releasing and lion dance. The opening launch was witnessed by Leeden’s staff, business partners and customers from Singapore, Johor, Kuala Lumpur and Penang. Held at Holiday Inn Atrium, Leeden Limited’s annual Dinner &

Dance at Holiday Inn Atrium was a celebration at its best. The program started off at the ballroom’s doorstep, with guests receiving generous door gifts and taking part in a sure-win lucky dip upon registration. A speech by CEO of Leeden Limited Mr Steven Tham kicked-off the fun-filled night ahead. Largely made up of Leeden’s staff and business associates, the 300 odd-strong crowd warmed up quickly. Boisterous cheers and shouts were heard as Mr Tham went on to display artistic talents – a self-drawn portrait of a tortoise as memento he presented to COO of Leeden Limited Mr Kelvin Lee onstage. The tortoise, Mr Tham later explained, symbolized longevity and the fearlessness in taking risks – like how the tortoise sticks its neck out.

The night was made more meaningful when emcee Ansel from the Welding Division announced that the Dinner & Dance event was held in conjunction to Mr Tham’s 60th birthday. Guests present cheered and clapped as Mr Lee presented Mr Tham a birthday gift upon a cake-cutting session. Guests

enjoyed a nine-course dinner whilst ten karaoke contestants took centre stage to crone and belt out tunes of various genres.Amidst the laughter and joy, the crowd quietened when Long Service Awards were given out by Mr Tham and Mr Lee. The moment was heartwarming when COO Mr Kelvin Lee and Ms Catherine Lim, our tea lady, were the recipients of the 35 years long service award. Filled with lots of laughter and cheer, the Leeden Dinner & Dance event was a great success.

Singapore Maritime Academy (SMA) in Singapore Polytechnic provides specialized education catering to the maritimeindustry and welding being the key skill in marine engineering is essential for all full-time diploma students. Thetraining workshop consists of 18 welding stations where the students can hone their welding skills. As SingaporePolytechnic is ISO 14001 certified, it is committed to provide a safe environment for the students during their trainingin the welding workshop.

Leeden was invited to propose a solution to provide a safe working environment for the students. Leeden Safety Team is pleased to recommend Nederman Solutions to Singapore Polytechnic. Hazardous welding fumes are extracted using Nederman telescopic arms connected to a centralized ducting and fan system. Selection of the telescopic arm is based on the consideration of tight space constraints within the booth area. Leeden’s Safety division has since increased the extraction points from 10 to 18 stations recently and Singapore Polytechnic was satisfied with the performance of the Nederman fume extraction system.

Having attended the DBI SALA™ Block Repair Training course in US this September, Mr Joseph Chua and Mr Au Sheng Lao of Leeden Safety Division are now trained and certified to repair and service of Self Retracting Lifelines (SRL) blocks.

With ability to certify, service and repair SRL blocks, Leeden will provide integrated services and solutions to customers who purchase and use DBI SALA Fall Protection System – there will no longer be a need to send the blocks to other places for recertification.

As part of corporate social responsibility, Leeden hosted its fifth Charity Golf 2011 on 8th September 2011 at the Raffles Country Club, Singapore. A total of S$27,000 was raised from the event for Bo Tien Welfare Services Society, a non-profit and voluntary welfare organization for the destitute aged and the Anjali House for the adoption of orphans in Cambodia. The funds will be used to subsidize nursing and health care services at Bo Tien Society, and food, lodging and education at the Anjali House.

To top off the meaningful day, winner of Charity Golf, Mr Richard Silk of Mirage Machines, auctioned his prize of a Maruman Shuttle – i4000X Driver R to raise a further S$2,000 for both charities.

A part of the SCHMOLZ + BICKENBACH Group, the world's largest manufacturer, processor and distributor of special steel long products, Ugitech produces and sells a wide range of stainless steel long products: Bars, wire rods and wires. Its products are available for the China market.

A world-renowned manufacturer of high quality automatic welding carriages, cutting carriages, welding automation and accessories, Gullco International presents its weld automation equipment that improves quality and increases welding productivity whilst keeping costs low. The brand engages in continuous research and development programmes that provide weld automation equipment and systems. Its products are available for the Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam markets.

Eversafe Shell Day

The participants at the Leeden 5th Charity Golf 2011.

Sundström manufactures, develops and markets technically superior respiratory products. Through research, Sundström has established a flexible and expandable product range. From conventional half face masks to its renowned Powered Air Purifying Respirators and Compressed Air-fed Respiratory Systems, Sundström products provide specific industrial use, while focusing on cost competitiveness, compatibility and comfort for users. Its products are available for Singapore and Malaysia markets.

Leeden recognizes the importance of providing a safe and healthy working environment thus its embarkation to achieving the bizSAFE Level 3 certification for its three business units: Leeden Limited, Leeden Distribution Pte Ltd and National Industrial Gases Pte Ltd in March 2011.

Risk management training on safe work procedures were conducted across all departments. By 18th August 2011, all three business units attained bizSAFE Level 3 certification and were appointed members of bizSAFE Enterprise.

Leeden Received bizSAFE Level 3 Certification

Eversafe Extinguisher Pte Ltd, invited by Yen Lee Fireweld, is proud to be a part of Shell Safety Day 2011. The event was one of Shell’s annual initiatives held to strengthen safety culture for their staff and contractors.

Along with other vendors supplying safety-related products, Yen Lee Fireweld and Eversafe were present to market Eversafe’s Household Safety products which included ABC fire extinguishers, battery operated smoke alarms and fire blankets. In a bid to promote Fire Safety Awareness, the products were specifically targeted at home users.

Mr and Mrs Steven Tham cut birthday cake Mr and Mrs Kelvin Lee

CEO Mr Steven Tham presents COO Mr Kelvin Lee with self-drawn portrait of tortoise

With over 50 years of experience in building, servicing and repairing circle welding and circle burning equipment, Circle Welding Innovations provide quality nozzle welders and circle burners for pressure vessels, power piping and sprinkler piping fabrication.

The company also services nozzle welders and circle burners produced by other companies that were manufactured between 1970 and 2002. Circle Welding Innovations is based in Asia, United States and Europe.

Leeden Scales Greater HeightsPower Weld Opens Third Manufacturing Facility

Leeden Opens First Robotic & Automation Center in MalaysiaWith significant growth in demand for automated welding in the region, Leeden opened its first Robotic & Automation Center in Puchong, Selangor, Malaysia on 6th September 2011. The three-storey center showcases not only the OTC Daihen Almega VII Series of automated arc welding robots, but is also home to a product showroom, workshop and training facility that offer comprehensive training and certification courses on robotic and automation systems. The center is set to provide various customized automated welding solutions and value-added training services.

Leeden @ MetalTech 2011

Leeden @ OGA 2011

Leeden @ OGI 2011

Recognized for foresight and leadership qualities that has steered Leeden’s business to a next level of growth, Mr Steven Tham, Leeden Group's Chairman and CEO was awarded the prestigious Outstanding Entrepreneur Award 2011 by Enterprise Asia for the second time, despite stiff competition from more than 300 other nominees.

“I am truly honoured and proud to be a second time recipient of the Outstanding Entrepreneur Award. It has been a fruitful journey, not possible without human capital – an extremely important element in our business model. I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to my team of hardworking staff who have done marvellous jobs in building up strong Leeden brand equity, and to customers and principals, in believing in the Leeden story.”

Asia Pacific Entrepreneur Award (APEA) is organized by Enterprise Asia. It aims to spur greater innovation, fair practices and growth in entrepreneurship and encourage continued leadership towards sustainable economic development for the region.

Leeden’s Welding and Safety Divisions jointly participated in the MetalTech 2011, the ASEAN International Machine Tools and Metalworking Technology Exhibition, at the Putra World Trade Centre, Kuala Lumpur, from 4th to 8th May 2011.

Key highlights of the show included Fronius Virtual Welding demonstration and OTC’s live welding demonstration of Stitch-pulsed Technology. Visitors were also engaged by Nederman’s Weld-filter System demonstrations.

Leeden is proud to be an exhibitor at Oil & Gas Asia 2011, the 13th Asian Oil, Gas & Petrochemical Engineering Exhibition at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Malaysia from 1st to 3rd June 2011.

The exhibition saw many visitors expressing interest in the sophisticated automated welding technology presented, more effective than the current manual stick electrode welding system. DBI SALA’s product demonstration of confined space rescue system engineered for excellent performance in emergencies, was a crowd-puller as well.

PT Leeden Indonesia’s Welding Division participated in OGI 2011 exhibition held in Jakarta International Exhibition Centre held on the 21st to 24th September 2011. The event, which generated many potential sales leads that went into growing customer base in the country, showcased a wide range of welding products which included Wachs LCSF cold cutting equipment, Mathey Dearman clamps, Blue Power pipe stand, Gullco welding automation equipment, and Fronius and Newarc welding and cutting equipment.

Welding consumables from renowned brands such as Hobart, INE TIG, Special Metals, FSH Welding Group and Accessories, as well as Abrasives and Tools such as Tempil, Weiler and SP AIR were also featured at the booth.

Mr Tham Clinches Second Outstanding Entrepreneur Award

Mr Steven Tham, CEO of Leeden Limited receiving the prestigious Outstanding Entrepreneur Award from Mr Teo Ser Luck, Minister of State for Trade and Industry.

Leeden has made it to the headlines of Share Investment’s August issue. Featuring Leeden’s CEO, Mr Steven Tham, the article highlights his Outstanding Entrepreneur Award win at the APEA event. The article speaks of Mr Tham’s success in transforming Leeden from a multiple business line organization to an integrated specialist for Welding, Gas and Safety. Leeden’s turnover and net profit that grew at a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.1 percent and 41.7 percent respectively from FY06 to FY10. From its strategic moves and management, Leeden could potentially generate good return for its investors over the years.

To read the full article, visit www.leedenlimited.com.

Share Investment’s Feature of Leeden

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As 2011 comes to a close, we reflect on the achievements Leeden has made.Leeden Limited is pleased to

announce that its subsidiary, Power Weld Sdn Bhd, has opened its third plant in Malacca, Malaysia on 11.11.11. The plant, located in Ayer Keroh Industrial Estate in Malacca, Malaysia will focus on the production of welding electrodes.

With a capital investment that exceeds S$2.6 million, the new facility occupies a

Power Weld Opens Third Manufacturing FacilityWith a capital of S$2.6 million, Leeden’s subsidiary, Power Weld, opened in Malacca, Malaysia on 11.11.11.

Leeden Opens First Robotics & Automation Center in MalaysiaThe three-storey center in Puchong, Selangor houses a product showroom, workshop and training facility.

MetalTech 2011, OGA 2011, OGI 2011The successful exhibitions showcased products, accessories and demonstrations.

Leeden Secures New AgenciesLeeden secured distribution rights for five welding and safety brands.

Leeden Received bizSAFE Level 3 CertificationIn a bid for safer and healthier working conditions, Leeden’s three business units attains Level 3 certification.

Mr Tham Clinches Second Outstanding Entrepreneur AwardCompetition from over 300 nominees does not stop Leeden’s CEO from walking away with prestigious award the second time.

land area of 138,300 square feet and houses a Manufacturing Plant, Warehouses, Research and Development Laboratories and Welding Training Centre.

“Additional resources can also be deployed for research and development of new technologies and products. Our S$2.6 million investment in this expansion project encompasses not only production capacity, but also the upgrading of laboratory equipment for research & development and testing facilities as well as the establishment of a new Welding Training Centre,” shares Mr Steven Tham, Chairman and CEO of

Leeden Limited. “We will continue to work on upgrading our product technology and expanding our product and service offerings so as to remain relevant to market demand.” He added.

Mr Steven Tham, CEO of Leeden Limited receiving the prestigious Outstanding Entrepreneur Award from Mr Teo Ser Luck, Minister of State for Trade and Industry.

Making A Difference with GolfNIG Launches New Product in First Quarter of 2012

In line with Leeden’s continuous effort to bring cost-efficient products to customers, National Industrial Gases Pte Ltd (NIG) will commence production of N83, the latest CNG mixture gas, in a new production facility in Karbil, Batam.

N83 is a CNG mixture gas developed by Leeden’s partner, National Oxygen Pte Ltd and its parent company, Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation of Japan. The in-house created term, N83, is made up of 83 percent Methane. N83 is environmentally friendly and offers an efficient alternative to increasing fuel gas users in shipbuilding and fabrication industries in Singapore and Batam. N83 trials will be conducted to ensure the safety and familiarity of N83’s unique properties with its users.

As soon as Singapore’s production plant is operational, NIG will be the sole industrial gas producer – with dedicated CNG mixture gas production facility on the island. N83’s production in Singapore is scheduled to commence in the first quarter of 2012.

Leeden Scales Greater HeightsPower Weld Opens Third Manufacturing Facility

Leeden Opens First Robotic & Automation Center in MalaysiaWith significant growth in demand for automated welding in the region, Leeden opened its first Robotic & Automation Center in Puchong, Selangor, Malaysia on 6th September 2011. The three-storey center showcases not only the OTC Daihen Almega VII Series of automated arc welding robots, but is also home to a product showroom, workshop and training facility that offer comprehensive training and certification courses on robotic and automation systems. The center is set to provide various customized automated welding solutions and value-added training services.

Leeden @ MetalTech 2011

Leeden @ OGA 2011

Leeden @ OGI 2011

Recognized for foresight and leadership qualities that has steered Leeden’s business to a next level of growth, Mr Steven Tham, Leeden Group's Chairman and CEO was awarded the prestigious Outstanding Entrepreneur Award 2011 by Enterprise Asia for the second time, despite stiff competition from more than 300 other nominees.

“I am truly honoured and proud to be a second time recipient of the Outstanding Entrepreneur Award. It has been a fruitful journey, not possible without human capital – an extremely important element in our business model. I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to my team of hardworking staff who have done marvellous jobs in building up strong Leeden brand equity, and to customers and principals, in believing in the Leeden story.”

Asia Pacific Entrepreneur Award (APEA) is organized by Enterprise Asia. It aims to spur greater innovation, fair practices and growth in entrepreneurship and encourage continued leadership towards sustainable economic development for the region.

Leeden’s Welding and Safety Divisions jointly participated in the MetalTech 2011, the ASEAN International Machine Tools and Metalworking Technology Exhibition, at the Putra World Trade Centre, Kuala Lumpur, from 4th to 8th May 2011.

Key highlights of the show included Fronius Virtual Welding demonstration and OTC’s live welding demonstration of Stitch-pulsed Technology. Visitors were also engaged by Nederman’s Weld-filter System demonstrations.

Leeden is proud to be an exhibitor at Oil & Gas Asia 2011, the 13th Asian Oil, Gas & Petrochemical Engineering Exhibition at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Malaysia from 1st to 3rd June 2011.

The exhibition saw many visitors expressing interest in the sophisticated automated welding technology presented, more effective than the current manual stick electrode welding system. DBI SALA’s product demonstration of confined space rescue system engineered for excellent performance in emergencies, was a crowd-puller as well.

PT Leeden Indonesia’s Welding Division participated in OGI 2011 exhibition held in Jakarta International Exhibition Centre held on the 21st to 24th September 2011. The event, which generated many potential sales leads that went into growing customer base in the country, showcased a wide range of welding products which included Wachs LCSF cold cutting equipment, Mathey Dearman clamps, Blue Power pipe stand, Gullco welding automation equipment, and Fronius and Newarc welding and cutting equipment.

Welding consumables from renowned brands such as Hobart, INE TIG, Special Metals, FSH Welding Group and Accessories, as well as Abrasives and Tools such as Tempil, Weiler and SP AIR were also featured at the booth.

Mr Tham Clinches Second Outstanding Entrepreneur Award

Mr Steven Tham, CEO of Leeden Limited receiving the prestigious Outstanding Entrepreneur Award from Mr Teo Ser Luck, Minister of State for Trade and Industry.

Leeden has made it to the headlines of Share Investment’s August issue. Featuring Leeden’s CEO, Mr Steven Tham, the article highlights his Outstanding Entrepreneur Award win at the APEA event. The article speaks of Mr Tham’s success in transforming Leeden from a multiple business line organization to an integrated specialist for Welding, Gas and Safety. Leeden’s turnover and net profit that grew at a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.1 percent and 41.7 percent respectively from FY06 to FY10. From its strategic moves and management, Leeden could potentially generate good return for its investors over the years.

To read the full article, visit www.leedenlimited.com.

Share Investment’s Feature of Leeden

Dec 2011 9

As 2011 comes to a close, we reflect on the achievements Leeden has made.Leeden Limited is pleased to

announce that its subsidiary, Power Weld Sdn Bhd, has opened its third plant in Malacca, Malaysia on 11.11.11. The plant, located in Ayer Keroh Industrial Estate in Malacca, Malaysia will focus on the production of welding electrodes.

With a capital investment that exceeds S$2.6 million, the new facility occupies a

Power Weld Opens Third Manufacturing FacilityWith a capital of S$2.6 million, Leeden’s subsidiary, Power Weld, opened in Malacca, Malaysia on 11.11.11.

Leeden Opens First Robotics & Automation Center in MalaysiaThe three-storey center in Puchong, Selangor houses a product showroom, workshop and training facility.

MetalTech 2011, OGA 2011, OGI 2011The successful exhibitions showcased products, accessories and demonstrations.

Leeden Secures New AgenciesLeeden secured distribution rights for five welding and safety brands.

Leeden Received bizSAFE Level 3 CertificationIn a bid for safer and healthier working conditions, Leeden’s three business units attains Level 3 certification.

Mr Tham Clinches Second Outstanding Entrepreneur AwardCompetition from over 300 nominees does not stop Leeden’s CEO from walking away with prestigious award the second time.

land area of 138,300 square feet and houses a Manufacturing Plant, Warehouses, Research and Development Laboratories and Welding Training Centre.

“Additional resources can also be deployed for research and development of new technologies and products. Our S$2.6 million investment in this expansion project encompasses not only production capacity, but also the upgrading of laboratory equipment for research & development and testing facilities as well as the establishment of a new Welding Training Centre,” shares Mr Steven Tham, Chairman and CEO of

Leeden Limited. “We will continue to work on upgrading our product technology and expanding our product and service offerings so as to remain relevant to market demand.” He added.

Mr Steven Tham, CEO of Leeden Limited receiving the prestigious Outstanding Entrepreneur Award from Mr Teo Ser Luck, Minister of State for Trade and Industry.

Making A Difference with GolfNIG Launches New Product in First Quarter of 2012

In line with Leeden’s continuous effort to bring cost-efficient products to customers, National Industrial Gases Pte Ltd (NIG) will commence production of N83, the latest CNG mixture gas, in a new production facility in Karbil, Batam.

N83 is a CNG mixture gas developed by Leeden’s partner, National Oxygen Pte Ltd and its parent company, Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation of Japan. The in-house created term, N83, is made up of 83 percent Methane. N83 is environmentally friendly and offers an efficient alternative to increasing fuel gas users in shipbuilding and fabrication industries in Singapore and Batam. N83 trials will be conducted to ensure the safety and familiarity of N83’s unique properties with its users.

As soon as Singapore’s production plant is operational, NIG will be the sole industrial gas producer – with dedicated CNG mixture gas production facility on the island. N83’s production in Singapore is scheduled to commence in the first quarter of 2012.