And finally… soldiering on

Leeds-based fixings business ACS has achieved a record-breaking fundraising total for the Army Benevolent Fund through its fourth annual Steel Soldiers Remembrance Day campaign.

Launched in 2021, the annual initiative sees ACS – in collaboration with materials provider Steel Supplies and logistics partner DX Group – create and distribute steel soldier silhouettes from its factory in Leeds.

The figures are then gifted to communities nationwide in exchange for donations to the ABF, helping to honour the Armed Forces while supporting vital services for soldiers and veterans.

This year’s efforts mean total donations since 2021 have now surpassed £13,000, with a total of 780 steel soldiers now created.

David Flannery, managing director at ACS, said: “We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who donated and ordered a soldier this year. Thanks to their support, this year’s Steel Soldiers campaign has been our most successful yet.

“We are deeply committed to causes like the Army Benevolent Fund, and it’s a privilege to contribute to the exceptional work they do in supporting those who serve our country.”

ACS last month announced a partnership with Hilti, combining ACS’s Certus brick façade system and Hilti’s modular framing system.