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The Official Newsletter of
ISSUE NO: 55 JUL – SEP 2012
kdn no: PP9740/05/2013(033253)
For Internal Circulation Only
The Competitive
of
IOI Lipid
Enzymtec
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Rabobank Visits Sagil Estate
and Gomali Palm Oil Mill
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Tan Sri Receives Certificate
of Appreciation from IGP
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69 Students Receive
YAA 2012
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CONTENTS
BERITAIOI
COVER FEATURE
PROPERTY
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13
The Competitive Edge
of IOI Lipid Enzymtec
SMART Expo for Smart Buyers
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CORPORATE UPDATES
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Tan Sri
Receives
Certificate of
Appreciation
from IGP
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Rafflesia International School
Sets Foot in 16 Sierra
Running for a Good Cause at the
Putra Charity Run 2012
IOI Posts Lower Q4 Earnings
Rabobank Visits Sagil Estate and
Gomali Palm Oil Mill
Bank of Tokyo Visits
Gomali Palm Oil Mill
OLEOCHEMICALS
Pamol Says 환영합니다 to Lotte
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Neste’s Visit to Pamol
New Multipurpose Hall in Baturong 3
09
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Fruitful Visits to Pan-Century
Spreading Joy in “Fitrah Ramadan”
10,000 Langkah
Merdeka
in Sandakan
IOI a Popular Hit at
Sandakan’s Job Expo
Jump Start Your Sales Results Today!
Saying “Hi” to Ex-Employees
EDIBLE OILS
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Karen Liew
DEPUTY EDITOR
Carine Yap
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HUMAN RESOURCE
DEVELOPMENT
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New Faces
Making Sense of Finance
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Present Like a Pro!
Together Everyone Achieves More!
– T.E.A.M. in ACTION Programme
IOI ERT Members
Certified by
Malaysian Red
Crescent Society
Dr Loek Favre Elected
Influencer of the Year 2012
EXCO & Innovation Meeting
at IOI Loders Croklaan Europe
EDITOR’S NOTE
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IOI Loders Croklaan
Europe at
Malaysia-Romania
POTS 2012
Candles & Palm Oil
– A New Combination
Hot, Cold & Creamy in
Creative Studio Europe
Knowledge Exchange Programme
Let’s create together at
Creative Studio US in 2013
Fill to Thrill at Creative Studio Asia
Ting Hsin & Wei Chuan’s Visit
to IOI Loders Croklaan Asia
Joining Forces at FISA 2012
IOI Loders Croklaan Asia’s
Hari Raya Gathering
IOI MALL
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Ops Raya Flagged Off
at IOI Mall Puchong
Get Healthy and
Live a Fit Life!
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ome January 2013, the Malaysian government will reduce CPO export
taxes from the current 23 per cent and also discontinue the duty free
export facility to strengthen market prices and increase the competitiveness of
local refineries. Furthermore, both the Malaysian and Indonesian governments
are in talks to form a joint body that will seek to support prices by cutting
stocks and controlling supplies.
Consumers, nowadays, especially in Europe and US, are looking for healthier
alternatives to hydrogenated oils that contain hidden trans-fat. In line with
the trend, IOI Lipid Enzymtec is added to IOI Loders Croklaan’s cutting-edge
production facilities with six new plants established within the Group’s palm
oil production complex in Pasir Gudang, Johor. Enzyme technology enables
the production of Betapol®, a human fat replacer, and increases the Group’s
competitiveness in the competitive market for Cocoa Butter Equivalents. Find
out more about this new green technology in our Cover Feature.
Following the success of IOI Loders Croklaan Group’s first state-of-the-art
Creative Studio at Rotterdam in the Netherlands and its second Creative Studio
in Asia, which were launched in June 2010 and March 2011 respectively, the
Group is setting up its third Creative Studio at its Channahon plant in United
States. This new studio is scheduled to unveil in February 2013.
On the home front, IOI Properties signed an agreement with the Rafflesia
Education Group to develop an international and private school at our
16 Sierra township in Puchong. The event was witnessed by Deputy Education
Minister Datuk Ir Dr Wee Ka Siong.
As of 17 September, Putrajaya Marriott Hotel & Spa has embarked on its
green effort to provide a cleaner and healthier environment for its guests
by adopting a smoke-free policy in its premises. This move has set a good
example for other premises to follow suit.
Finally, let me share some good news with you. IOI Group Executive
Chairman Tan Sri Dato’ Lee Shin Cheng received a community award from
Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Ismail Omar for his crime
prevention efforts for the local community while IOI Loders
Croklaan Europe Chief Operating Officer Dr Loek Favre was
elected Influencer of the Year 2012 in recognition of his
efforts to raise professionalism in the industry.
Congratulations to both Tan Sri Dato’ Lee and Dr Favre!
Karen Liew
Canines’ Day Out
Bubur Lambuk Galore
at IOI Mall Kulai
HOTEL
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Marriott Putrajaya Adopts
Smoke-Free Hotel Environment
Mooncake Mania
Keep your contributions flowing in!
The Editorial Team would like to express its heartfelt gratitude for the input of Berita IOI from the
contributors mentioned below. We look forward to a continued contribution of interesting articles
and pictures from all of you. After all, Berita IOI is a newsletter for all the staff of IOI Group and we
would all like to see this newsletter as a publication that we are all proud of. Kindly forward your
contributions to carine.yap@ioigroup.com
Contributors
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32 Corporate
Oleochemicals
IOI Mall Puchong
Ms Wendy Ng
Ms Sarah Leong
Ms Ho Hsu Wen
Encik Wafli Bin Ali
Ms Irin DeCruz
Ms Emily Jessica
Ms Stephanie Wong
Ramadan Charity
Plantation
Loders Croklaan (Europe)
Ms Debbie Eva Dennis
Hari Raya Charity Open House
Mr Edward Tan
Mr Marvin Lee
Encik Kathiravan
Cik Siti Rahmani
Mr Jan-Paul Back
Putrajaya Marriott Hotel
Loders Croklaan (Americas)
Ms Lydia Mae Hendroff
Mr Kevin Miller
Palm Garden Hotel
Property
Loders Croklaan (Asia)
Ms Audrey Yap
Ms Adeline Lau
Ms Katrina Lee
Ms Marilyn Goh
Ms Yap Soo Fern
Ms Subashni Bahsu
Ms Tey Meei Shya
Encik Zul ‘Idham Hj Md. Noh
FOUNDATION
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69 Students Receive
YAA 2012
Nine Students Adopted
into the Ranks of SAP
IOI Mall Kulai
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COVER FEATURE
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The Competitive
of
IOI Lipid
Enzymtec
In 2009, when the global economy
affected organisations worldwide, IOI
Group met the waves of challenges by
starting a major factory expansion at its
specialty oils and fats manufacturing
site in Pasir Gudang, Malaysia.
T
he expansion, called 4G or officially known as IOI Lipid
Enzymtec Sdn Bhd, started full operation in mid-2012,
and has six modern manufacturing plants with an investment
of over USD90 million. It is located on a seven-acre site in Pasir
Gudang Industrial Estate, bordering the facilities of IOI
Oleochemicals (Pan-Century) and IOI Loders Croklaan Asia.
Conceptualised mainly for IOI’s new biotechnology project and
Enzymatic Lipid Modification, this is a fully integrated processing
facility equipped to produce enzymatically interesterified
products at economic price levels. A number of technologies
has been combined and integrated into a pioneering enzymatic
biotechnology platform together with facilities for fractionation,
refining, hydrogenation and distillation. There is also a selfsufficient tank farm to support these operations.
The production plant, supported by an
advanced Research and Development
facility for large scale commercial
4G’s fully integrated processing facility offers cutting-edge technology. Solvent is
used to fractionate palm olein and stearin at this Solvent Fractionation Plant.
production of enzymatically structured lipids, is used for the
production of the Human Milk Fat Replacer “Betapol®”, the
enzymatic Cocoa Butter Equivalent (e-CBE) “Coberine”, and
other innovative specialty fats such as premium building blocks
for margarines.
Clinical studies have shown that compared to traditional
formulas, infant formulas containing Betapol® provides
improved fat absorption, improved calcium absorption, reduced
constipation and increases bone mineral density and content.
Enzymatic Lipid Modification (ELM) fulfills the quest for
healthier edible oils and fats, as enzymatically structured lipids
are free from trans fats. ELM also has the ability to produce
new and innovative food solutions with a greener and healthier
image that cannot be achieved using conventional chemical
processes. Enzymatic interesterification process uses less
chemicals and generates less waste water compared to chemical
interesterification, thus making it a more eco-friendly process.
Betapol® is specially developed for infant formulas and has a
special triglyceride structure that matches very closely with the
one found in mother’s milk. It is designed to help infant nutrition
manufacturers to produce infant formulas which mimic the
composition of mother’s milk.
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A panoramic view of the new expansion of the 4G facility.
Using enzyme technology, IOI Lipid Enzymtec
also produces Palm Mid Fractions with sharp melt
profile combined with low di-glyceride levels and
is considered as the largest single site facility in the
world for the manufacturing of high quality Palm
Mid Fractions. This facility also produces high IV
palm olein (super olein). Palm Mid Fraction is used
for the production of various types of CBEs as well
as exported to our production facilities worldwide.
Chief Operating Officer of IOI Loders Croklaan Asia Mr Michael van Sallandt (4th from right)
This has led to a huge increase in the production of
with the key personnel involved in the 4G project development.
conventional CBE.
IOI Lipid Enzymtec also works in line with IOI Group’s practice
of sustainability and green production methods, which are existing
”The fully commissioned facility with cutting-edge
themes of IOI Group, renowned as one of the first few companies
technology offers large scale production capacity of
to offer sustainable palm oil to the industry.
new and existing products. With the application of
enzymatic interesterification process we are able to
make healthier revolution in product innovation which
suits the growing demand of customers. Also, by
having the largest single site facility, it allows us to
prepare for future market penetration into new
ventures. This strengthens further our strong position
as the leading specialty oils and fats producers.”
–Chief Operating Officer of IOI Loders Croklaan Asia
Mr Michael van Sallandt
The Physical Refinery
Plant (front) performs
deodorization of edible fats
and oils while thermal
separation and
fractionation of fatty acids
into high purity single
fractions or composites is
done at the Thermal
Fractionation Plant (back).
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CORPORATE UPDATES
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IOI Posts Lower Q4 Earnings
547.82
401.64
Q4 ’11
Q4 ’12
IOI’s Net Profit
(RM million)
IOI
Corporation Bhd (IOI) recorded lower earnings of RM401.64 million for the
4th quarter ended 30 June 2012, signifying a 26.68% decline from RM547.82 million
posted last year.
Profit from the plantation division profit lessened by 36% to RM315.8 million compared to
RM489.7 million previously due to lower fresh fruit bunches (FFB) production, lower crude
palm oil (CPO) price and higher production costs. Meanwhile, the resource-based manufacturing
division recorded RM40.6 million against RM105.7 million gained a year ago and results from
the property division were 8% lower at RM124.7 million due mainly to a decrease in share of
results from jointly controlled entities.
Moving forward, IOI Group is optimistic that it will perform satisfactorily in the new
financial year ahead.
Rabobank Visits Sagil Estate
and Gomali Palm Oil Mill
O
n 20 September 2012, Sagil Estate and Gomali Palm Oil Mill hosted a visit for visitors from Rabobank who
travelled all the way from KL, Singapore and the Netherlands to get a better insight into IOI Group’s
plantation operations. The visitors were accompanied by Senior General Manager Mr Wong Chee Kuan and
General Manager Mr Tay Ching An throughout their visit. Before the journey, visitors had an
opportunity to meet with IOI Group Executive Director Dato’ Lee Yeow Chor at IOI
headquarters.
Upon arrival at Sagil Estate’s VIP Guesthouse, the visitors
had a first taste of IOI’s hospitality as a variety of delicious
local fruits, which were not widely available in Europe,
awaited the visitors.
They also had an overview of IOI Group after viewing
the corporate video and listening to Estate Manager Mr Chong
Fruit-y welcome for the visitors.
Nyong Poh’s presentation. The visitors took the opportunity
to witness live demonstrations on fresh fruit bunches (FFB)
harvesting methods on short and tall palms as well as buffaloassisted harvesting. Semi-mechanical fertiliser application
Mr Chong explaining the use
and spraying method were also displayed.
of each safety harvesting tool.
Heading to Gomali Palm Oil Mill in Segamat next, the visitors left Sagil Estate
impressed with the good agricultural practices implemented by the management.
Mill Manager Mr Lai Yue Yeong took over the reins and
Mr Lai explaining how the oil is extracted
presented
the mill’s history and explained the milling
Demonstration of semi-mechanical
from the palm fruit’s mesocarp.
manuring process.
process with samples on display for the visitors’ benefit.
They gained an understanding of how FFB (raw material)
is processed to churn out crude palm oil and palm kernels (end
products).
IOI Group’s resource-based manufacturing activities were
explained in depth by Mr Wong as he presented the downstream
sub-segments such as refining, oleochemicals,
and specialty oils and fats.
Overall, it was a fruitful visit and the
Mr Tay explaining
visitors
expressed sincere appreciation for
the fertiliser placement process.
the warm hospitality.
An insightful visit for
Ms Geraldine Lim.
A memorable visit to Sagil Estate. From left: Senior Relationship Banker Ms Geraldine Lim,
Country Business Director Mr Kao Chee Ming, Mr Chong, Executive Vice President Mr Tom van
der Weijden, Rabobank Singapore CEO Mr Marcel van Doremaele, Mr Tay and Mr Wong.
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Bank of Tokyo
Visits Gomali Palm Oil Mill
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Tan Sri with Mr Masato Nakamura
who was delighted with the visit.
Tan Sri explaining the process of grading the FFB.
Pamol Says
n 12 August 2012, IOI Group Executive Chairman
Tan Sri Dato’ Lee Shin Cheng and IOI Group
Executive Director Mr Lee Yeow Seng accompanied
visitors from Bank of Tokyo in Japan for a visit to Gomali
Palm Oil Mill in Segamat, Johor.
Mill Manager Mr Lai Yue Yeong and his management
team gave the Chief Executive Officer Mr Masato
Nakamura, Head of Non-Japanese Business Mr Ravi
Buchia, Head of CBD 5 Mr Patrick Liew, Assistant General
Manager, Labuan Branch Mr Hiroto Kida and SAVP
CBD 5 Ms Fung Ei Leen a warm welcome and showed
them how fresh fruit bunches (FFB) were graded for
quality at the ramp. Gomali Mill’s history was presented
Mr Lai displaying the palm samples.
and the palm oil mill process was explained with
displayed samples from the raw materials (fresh fruit bunches) to the end
products (crude palm oil and palm kernels).
The visitors had a great time and were delighted with the warm
hospitality extended by Tan Sri and his staff. They left with greater clarity
and understanding of the palm oil industry.
A group photo session.
to Lotte
R
enowned South Korean conglomerate Lotte Group recently made a visit to Pamol Palm Oil
Mill in Kluang on 26 July 2012. Arriving at Pamol Clubhouse, the management executives from
Lotte Sam Kang and Lotte International were greeted by Mamor Estate Senior Manager Mr Kuppusamy,
Mr Chai explaining mill operation.
Pamol Timur Estate Manager Mr Aplasami, Senior Assistant Manager In-Charge of Pamol Barat Estate
Mr Pang Tian Long, and Assistant Mill Manager In-Charge Mr Chai Tian Siang.
Guests from Lotte Group included Lotte Sam Kang Chief Executive Officer
Mr Lee Yeong Ho, Lotte Sam Kang Director Mr Hong Seung Kyoon, Team Leader
from Lotte Sam Kang Mr Lee Youn Won, Lotte Sam Kang Purchasing Manager
Mr Lee Hyuk Je, Lotte International General Manager Mr Lim Young Taeg and
Lotte International Senior Assistant Mr Chang Hyung Joon.
After being served light refreshment, the visitors toured the estate and nursery
of oil palm seedlings. They were also keen to see the crop harvesting and crop
evacuation procedures. Mr Chai then led the group to the mill where fresh fruit
bunches were turned into crude palm oil and palm kernel. It was a useful visit as
the Korean visitors observed how the estate and mill operations were conducted
in line with the RSPO principles and criteria.
*환영합니다 (hwangyong-hamnida) means “Welcome” in Korean.
Visitors observing how the CPO is pressed.
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Neste’s Visit to Pamol
What a memorable trip!
T
wo busloads of visitors from Neste Oil Singapore Pte Ltd
made their way to Pamol in Kluang on 18 September 2012.
The 80-strong team had a glimpse of IOI Group’s stand on
sustainable agricultural practices during IOI Group’s
sustainability video presentation.
At the Pamol Research Centre, the visitors observed the
germinated seed process whereby the seeds were planted in
polybags and raised in the oil palm nursery for 12 months
before they are ready for field
planting. Pamol Timur Estate’s
replanting area provided an
opportunity for the visitors to
observe how tree-planting is
carried out. Harvesting of
young palms and tall palms
were also demonstrated.
Mr Chai explaining the milling process.
Once they reached the mill, Assistant Mill Manager
In-Charge Mr Chai Tian Siang and Assistant Mill Manager
Mr Saidani took turns to explain the daily mill operations –
from receiving the fresh fruit bunches from the estate to
obtaining crude palm oil and palm kernel. Fibre and shell are
by-products produced during the milling process and both are
used as burning fuel in boiler to generate steam. In turn, the
steam will be channelled into turbine to generate electricity for
the mill. Besides that, waste water generated during the process
will be treated in an effluent pond, and the treated effluent will
be used as fertiliser.
The visitors were clearly
impressed
with
Pamol’s
sustainable practices in the
estate and mill processes.
Visitors keen to learn about
the daily milling operations.
New Multipurpose Hall
in
Baturong 3 22
Cross stitch pin
to Dato’ Foong.
Dato’ Foong signing the plaque
for the new multipurpose hall.
April 2012 was a historic day for
Baturong 3 residents as they finally
owned a multipurpose hall for their
recreational and leisure use. Social activities can now be
organised to foster closer ties within the community.
Group Plantation Director Dato’ Foong arrived to the
welcoming beats of kompang and proceeded to launch the new
hall, amidst claps and cheers from the residents. The Humana
(Borneo Child Aid Society) children also showed their talent
with cultural and modern dance performances.
The building site previously housed the first kongsi in
Baturong 3 which was built in 1992. In a walk down memory
lane, the residents were shown a slide show depicting the
building’s history. The guests and residents then proceeded to
enjoy the refreshments served while admiring the new hall in
their community.
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Langkah
T
Merdeka in
Sandakan
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he Ministry of Health combined
exercise and patriotism in its
Berjalan 10,000 Langkah Merdeka
(10,000 Steps Merdeka Walk) programme
held in conjunction with the country’s
55th Merdeka celebration.
On 9 September 2012, the walk took
place at 75 locations nationwide covering all states and federal territories, attracting more than 140,000 participants.
The strong response entered the programme into the Malaysia Book of Records as the most public participation
in a health campaign carried out simultaneously.
Employees in IOI Sandakan Region turned up in a sea of blue and participated
in a nationwide walkathon in Beluran district. 55 of them braved the 10km walk
while proudly waving our national flag as a sign of unity and patriotism.
Show of support from IOI Sandakan Region office.
IOI a Popular Hit
Sandakan’s Job Expo
H
at
Personnel from Sandakan Region and Lahad Datu Region.
On-the-spot interview by (from left) Mayvin Mill Manager Mr Sivaprakash
Muniani, Linbar 1 Estate Manager Mr Balakrishnan Muniappan, and
Tindakon Estate Manager Mr Anthony Voo.
undreds of job applicants
thronged IOI Group’s booth at a
job expo held on 22 and 23 September
2012 at Sandakan Harbour Mall.
At the event officiated by Sabah
Chief Minister Datuk Seri Musa Haji
Aman, both Sandakan and Lahad Datu
regions and its Human Resource
personnel joined forces to recruit new
Souvenir presented to Sabah Chief Minister
employees. Over the two days, IOI
Datuk Seri Musa Haji Aman.
Group received a total of 378 applicants.
Sabahan job seekers had Sabah Labour Department and Barisan
Nasional Youth to thank as they made this event possible for them,
especially the youngsters, to seek employment. Employers such as IOI
Group took the opportunity to advertise vacancies and at the same
time, conduct on-the-spot interviews to vet through the potential
employees.
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New
Faces
Let us welcome
the following
new members
into IOI family!
Ho Kwok Wing
General Manager
Property Division
Mr Ho holds a Master’s and a Bachelor’s Degree of Science in
Civil Engineering from Oklahoma State University. He has
22 years of experience in construction and engineering
consultancy with involvement in projects such as shopping malls, high-end
residences, office towers as well as commercial units. Prior to joining IOI
Group, Mr Ho held various senior positions in Bina Goodyear Berhad and also
worked with a few organisations in USA. In his present role, he will oversee all
the projects in IOI Resort City. Mr Ho reports to the Property Director.
Stefanie Lau
Sin Chin Yuh
Senior Manager (Group HR)
Corporate Division
Ms Lau holds a Master’s
Degree in Human Resource
Management from Leicester
University, UK. She has 20 years of experience
in human resource management, training and
development, and office administration. Prior
to joining IOI Group, Ms Lau was the Senior
Manager of HR Performance Management in
Ericsson
with
regional
and
global
responsibilities. In her present role, she will
oversee the Group Human Resources, Training
& Organisational Development (OD) and
Administration for the Corporate and Property
Divisions. She will also co-ordinate selected
HR and OD policies with the Plantation
Division. Ms Lau reports to the Group
Executive Director.
Quality Assurance Manager
Property Division
Mr Sin holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from
University of Portsmouth. He is a graduate member of The
Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM) and Board of Engineers
Malaysia (BEM). Mr Sin brings with him 14 years of experience in quality assurance
and quality control from both local and international construction companies in
Malaysia and Qatar. He reports to the Senior General Manager – Marketing &
Business Development and administratively to the Property Director.
Alex Gwee Lee Haw
Complex Manager, IOI Mall & IOI Mart, Kulai, Johor
Property Division
Mr Gwee obtained his Honours Degree in Marketing from
University of Northumbria. Prior to join IOI Mall Kulai, Mr Gwee
was attached with Johor Land Berhad and Henry Butcher
Shopping Centre Consultants. He reports to the Senior General Manager and
General Manager of JB Property Division.
Making Sense
Finance
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of
inance is serious business for any business. A sound
understanding of ringgit and cents goes a long way in
comprehending how your planning and decision-making affect
the company’s bottom line.
Realising this, a group of managers and senior executives
with non-accounting background attended the “Finance for
Non-Finance Managers and Executives” course organised by
IOI Group’s Training & Organisational Development department
on 2 and 3 August 2012. This course introduced the participants
to common accounting and finance terminology, financial
management techniques and the myriad of tools to effectively
plan and manage financial aspects in their everyday business.
Led by Mr Gerald Peries, who has trained and lectured on
Finance and Accounting for more than 12 years, the participants
were introduced to the world of finance and accounting, and
guided on how to read
and analyse financial
statements, doing costing
and budgeting for specific
projects, among others.
The course taught the participants to:
• Comprehend the nature and purpose of finance
• Recognise the importance of working capital and
develop the necessary skills in making long-term
investments
• Know the ways economic events are measured, recorded
and reported
• Develop analytical skills in understanding financial
statements to evaluate organisational performance and
make appropriate recommendations
After the training, the participants were able to make
sense of finance and apply this knowledge in their everyday
work.
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I
ndividuals who want to advance in their professional and
personal lives must be equipped with effective communication skills
to interact with the people they meet every day. Inspiring people change
the world through the spoken word. Their ability to convey their vision
with passion, confidence and clarity demands action. Getting the message
across is one thing; but how confident are you in your ability to inspire
others? The moment you rise to speak, your presentation skills become
the focus of attention.
Pro!
Fabian (2nd from left) with the outstanding group presenters
(Mah, Frank and Hasanuri).
Present
Like a
Held on 19 July 2012, a workshop entitled
“Impactful Presentation Skills” focused on
presentation planning and delivery skills, enhancing
an individual's ability to present with greater
confidence, control and flexibility. Presentation
styles were fine-tuned to develop a greater ability to
inform, influence and convince.
The participants learnt the importance of having
the right attitude, behaviour and values, which
contribute significantly to their growth as employees.
They also understood the importance of developing
impactful presentation skills to be more persuasive
in their presentations.
Hmm... how to sell our persentation better.
The focus of the workshop was based on:
• The importance of understanding your
audience before and during a presentation
• Having the right techniques and skills for
impactful presentations
• Creating and developing “bullet-proof”
presentations
• The importance of non-verbal communication
in presentations
• Applying effective voice techniques
Mr Mah presenting his idea on how to market an IOI restaurant.
Inspiring people
change the world
through the
spoken word.
Mr Ling presenting his topic on
his Best Childhood Memory.
IOI Group’s Training Specialist Mr Fabian Sidney Thomas taught the
participants these:
• Follow the essential requirements of persuasive presentation
• Make “dry” presentations interesting
• End your presentation (and it is not with Q & A)
• Use pragmatic tools to enhance current skills
in planning presentations, analysing the
audience, creating key messages, and presenting
confidently in front of small or large audiences
• The skills to tailor the structure, content and
delivery of presentations in the most persuasive
manner suited for each audience, environment
and presentation objective
• Importance of rehearsal.
Mr Tan with the
“eyes-up” activity.
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W
orld class organisations today are
abandoning the outmoded tradition of
dividing work and dismantling unnecessary
supervisory structures. Many are opting to make
the workplace more challenging and rewarding
to work in by empowering teams to enhance
quality, improve customer responsiveness and
increase efficiency and productivity.
27 participants attended a two-day “T.E.A.M.
in ACTION” programme held on 29 and 30
August 2012 to learn achieving productive results
through teamwork. IOI Group’s Training
Specialist Mr Fabian Sidney Thomas provided
current work-related examples and shared his
knowledge and experiences, much to the
participants’ benefit.
The participants learnt the importance of
working together as a team and how everyone
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Thumbs up for the “T.E.A.M. in ACTION” programme!
can benefit from effective teamwork.
While performing their respective
roles in their teams, it is important to
take some form of leadership as
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well. This was emphasised
through an indoor activity
called “Surviving the Alaskan
Wilderness”!
On the second day,
various outdoor activities were
conducted to ensure that they
achieve these learning objectives:
• Gain a higher level of synergy and commitment
• Improve mutual understanding and respect within and
among teams
• Increase the sense of pride in work
• Have better co-ordination and co-operation in daily work
• Build better relationships with employers, employees and
customers
• Increase communication effectiveness
• Eliminate blind spots and break outdated thinking
paradigms
• Work together as a team to achieve more for the
organisation.
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1. The winning yellow team
for the hula hoop activity.
2. “We did it!
We are 2nd best!”
3. Power up! –The blue team
using their “chi” to
energise.
4. Participants having an
afternoon booster.
IOI ERT Members Certified by Malaysian Red Crescent Society
E
very minute counts. In life-threatening emergencies, a
second’s difference is enough to blur the line between life and
death. An IOI Emergency Response Team (ERT) was set up on
18 February 2012 to mitigate the negative effects of incidents caused
by natural disasters or interruptions of business operations by
following a defined action plan. Thus, it is important for each ERT
member to have first-aid/medical assistance knowledge to prepare
for and respond to emergency incidents.
26 participants had a “First Aid & Cardio Pulmonary
Resuscitation (CPR)” training conducted by Mr Somasuntharam
Marimuthu from Malaysian Red Crescent Society on 8 and 9
August 2012.
The participants were taught a series of first-aid know-hows such as:
• How to dress a wound
• How to treat a choking adult, child and pregnant woman
• How to tie secure knots for a bandage such as an
arm sling and elevation sling
The engaging trainer also showed the
participants how to deal with a person who is
close to fainting or had actually fainted.
Demonstration on wound dressing.
Learning how to administer CPR can
potentially save the life of a person who has
suffered cardiac arrest. A person who stops breathing has
only six minutes to live as lack of oxygen can cause irreversible
brain damage hence knowing how to provide “rescue breathing”
could mean the difference between life and death especially if the
ambulance is still on the way. The CPR lesson started with a tutorial
using the D.R.C.A.B (Danger, Response, Chest compression, Airway,
Breathing) technique. Next, the participants practised on a real-life
person rather than a dummy model to get first-hand experience.
All the participants passed their first-aid tests and were certified
by Malaysian Red Crescent Society.
Practising CPR on
a person rather than
a dummy model.
PROPERTY
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Tan Sri Receives
Certificate of Appreciation
from IGP
IOI
Group Executive Chairman Tan Sri Dato’ Lee
Shin Cheng was conferred a Certificate of
Appreciation and presented with a memento award during the
Balai League Table (BLT) Series 1/2012 award ceremony held
in Balai Polis Puchong Jaya on 11 July 2012.
Tan Sri was one of the outstanding individuals to receive the
award from Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Ismail Omar for his
crime prevention efforts for the community.
Tan Sri Dato’ Lee Shin Cheng
In 1998, IOI built the two-storey police station including police quarters and contributed
receiving the award from
IGP Tan Sri Ismail Omar.
12 units of police cars to safeguard the Puchong community. Since then, IOI has continued
supporting crime prevention including the presentation of a mobile police unit, participation in the launching ceremony of
Rakan Cop Puchong, provision of monthly snacks and drinks to the police station and the annual promotion of the ‘Balik
Kampung Rumah Selamat’ campaign.
The BLT was participated by 764 police stations nationwide to motivate its officers to increase productivity. The
Puchong Jaya police station emerged as one of the five champions.
SMART
Expo
for
Smart Buyers
IOI
A contemporary Platino showroom.
Properties Bhd, Johor Bahru was one of the exhibitors
at the SMART Investment & International Property
Expo held on 8 and 9 September 2012 at Sands Expo & Convention
Center, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore.
With over 20 expos in eight years, the SMART Expo showcased
international property and investment opportunities in Australia, Indonesia,
Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand to investors in Asia.
The Sales & Marketing team of IOI Properties Bhd was there to
There were many regional property gurus
reach out to visitors who were
who gave insightful talks on property
interested to purchase properties in
investing at the SMART Expo.
Malaysia. IOI Properties Bhd’s The
Platino which is situated next to the proposed Paradigm Mall and
D’Summit Residence located in Kempas, Johor Bahru were exhibited
and garnered good response from property enthusiasts.
IOI Properties Bhd’s booth received a lot of enquiries from the crowd.
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Rafflesia International School
Sets Foot in
O
n 20 July 2012, Bandar 16 Sierra in Puchong notched a
significant milestone as it welcomed Rafflesia Education
Group to its growing township. Located within 16 Sierra itself,
the Rafflesia International School offers both local and
international curricula right up to pre-university level.
A signing ceremony was held at 16 Sierra Sales Galleria to
seal the deal between Lush Development Sdn Bhd (a subsidiary
of IOI Properties Bhd) and Rafflesia Education Group.
Witnessed by Deputy Education Minister Datuk Ir Dr Wee
Ka Siong, IOI Properties Senior General Manager Mr Tan Keng
Seng signed the agreement with Group Chief Executive Officer
of Rafflesia Education Group Madam Teh Siew Lan. Also present were IOI
Property Director Mr Teh Chin Guan and Chairman of Rafflesia Education
Group En A. Shukor Bin S.A. Karim.
This move to bring quality education closer to the community’s
doorstep is guaranteed to bring cheers to the residents of
16 Sierra and surrounding townships.
Exchanging of documents (from left: Mr Teh, Mr Tan,
Datuk Ir Dr Wee, En A. Shukor, Madam Teh).
Symbolic tree planting by the VIPs.
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Running for
a Good Cause
at the
All for a good cause!
Here comes the “Road Runners”...Beep Beep!
O
n the bright morning of 8 July 2012, the 8th IOI Bandar
Putra Charity Run 2012 attracted an overwhelming
response of more than 3,000 runners from Bandar Putra
community and nearby townships consisting of eager runners,
families and students from various schools in Kulaijaya and
Johor Bahru. Organised by IOI Properties Bhd, Johor Bahru,
the event was officially flagged off by the President of Johor
Athletic Association Dato’ Haji Mohd Rashidi Bin Mohd Noor.
All participants were divided into seven categories running
on three different routes. Students’ Category, with the highest
number of participants, ran the 6.5km route together with the
Women Veteran Category. The Open Category and Men Veteran
Category participants ran the 10km route while the Family
Category completed a 4km route.
Participants who finished the race were rewarded with a
Certificate of Participation along with goodie bags. Best of all,
attractive cash prizes worth RM9,760 and special medals were
given out to winners from various categories!
One for the album from the team of IOI Properties Bhd, JB.
The aim of the run was to foster community spirit amongst
the residents of Kulaijaya and promote a healthy sporting
lifestyle. Entry fees collected from the participants and cash
sponsorships from IOI Group and its business associates were
donated to a local charity.
This year, an impressive total of RM58,000 was donated to
Pertubuhan Kebajikan Amitabha, which runs the Amitabha
Charity Village in Kulaijaya. IOI Properties Bhd Senior General
Manager Mr Simon Heng presented the mock cheque to
Mr Martin Koh of Pertubuhan Kebajikan Amitabha. Together
with them were Ketua Masyarakat Kg Baru Kulai Mr Tan Ek
Seng, IOI Properties Bhd Assistant General Manager Mr Lou Fu
Leong and Mr Chong of the Johor Bahru Amitabha Centre.
In return, The Amitabha Centre presented IOI Properties
Bhd with an artpiece aptly named “Running for a Good
Cause”.
Souvenir
presentation
toVIP.
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Fruitful Visits
to Pan-Century
P
an-Century Edible Oils Sdn Bhd welcomed several guests from around the world recently to help them learn more about
the company’s overall production operation. The visits included guided tours to the fatty acid and soap noodle plants,
warehouse and packing facilities as well as a detailed presentation on IOI Oleochemical.
Issues such as current and future price outlook, current scenario on shipments, production capabilities and capacities, and IOI
Group’s commitment to the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) were discussed. These knowledge-sharing sessions were
led by Head of Operations Mr Gurdev Singh, Marketing Manager Mr Chin Peng Boon, Soap Noodle Production Manager Mr Yusop
Hj Mohamed, Quality Assurance Manager Mr Mohammed Kasman, and the respective Area Managers.
Shemu PLC & Aynie Trading
(Ethiopia)
On 2 August 2012, Mr Wolday
Kahsay of Shemu PLC was
accompanied on this visit by
IOI Oleochemical’s authorised
agent in Ethiopia, Mr Aynalem
Eshete of Aynie Trading.
This visit concluded with a 100 MT order for white soap
noodles and 36 MT for translucent soap noodles.
Procter & Gamble International
(Philippines, India, USA, UK,
China & Egypt)
On 3 August 2012, Pan-Century
welcomed Asia Delivery & Bar
Platform Leader Mr Charlie
Salvador and his team from
Procter & Gamble (P&G) International.
The 10-member delegation was keen to get first-hand
knowledge of Pan-Century’s operations and IOI Group’s
plantation business.
P&G, a well known multinational consumer goods
company, is one of Pan-Century’s most prominent customers.
The visit will certainly deepen the current positive partnership
between both companies.
India Tobacco Company
Limited
This Indian conglomerate
visited Pan-Century back in
September 2009, hence it
was good to welcome India
Tobacco Company (ITC)
Limited again on 10 August 2012.
Comprising its Head of Finance Mr Anil Garg, Head of
Sciences Dr Suresh Ramamurthi and Lead Commodities
Advisor Mr Kamal K. Vaidh, the visit was in line with
ITC’s increased interest in IOI Oleochemical’s RSPO-certified
soap noodles. They purchased 800 MT soap noodles in
August 2012.
ITC ranks 3rd among private sector corporations for
pre-tax profit in India and recorded a turnover of over
USD5 billion. Their business includes a wide range of
industries such as tobacco, hotels, paper and packaging, agribusiness, food, IT, clothing, and other FMCG products.
Blaine Personal & Home
Care Corporation
(Philippines)
On 13 August 2012, Blaine
Personal & Home Care
Corporation Chief Executive
Officer
and
Founder
Mrs Nema Macatugob and her team visited Pan-Century.
Founded in 1993, this company is a leading trader of
personal and household items in the Philippines. While
exchanging thoughts, they also shared with Pan-Century a
presentation on their company’s 25th anniversary.£
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Spreading
Joy in
‘‘Fitrah
Ramadan’’
I
n conjunction with the holy month of Ramadan, PanCentury joined forces with radio station Johor FM, local daily
Sinar Harian and broadcaster RTM (Radio Televisyen Malaysia)
to lend a helping hand to orphans, single mothers and the less
fortunate folks.
The noble initiative, called “Fitrah Ramadan”, was held in
Hotel Selesa, Pasir Gudang on 9 August 2012. Five single mothers
and two less fortunate recipients received their Raya assistance
to have a happy celebration this year. This contribution formed
part of Pan-Century’s efforts in making the Ramadan and Hari
Raya celebration a memorable one for those less fortunate.£
Jump Start
Your Sales Results Today!
W
ith these in mind, 19 marketing staff from
IOI Oleochemical, Prai and Pasir Gudang
divisions honed their selling skills and tactics during a
two-day “JumpStart Selling Workshop” conducted
on 13 and 14 September 2012.
Conducted by Mr Raymond Phoon, one of Asia’s
leading speaker and trainer from PowerUp Success
Group, participants were encouraged to think out of the
box and how to deal with various possible scenarios
during the selling process.
The lively training focused on:
• Key steps to stay motivated, focused and passionate
as a sales professional
• How to overcome personal deficiencies that hinder
oneself from true greatness
• Fundamentals of influencing customers and partners
for a long-term success
• Proven principles to build your sales pipeline
• How to win big at sales, relationships and life
The participants were motivated to achieve IOI
Oleochemical’s goals and objectives with a greater sense of
responsibility, interaction and stronger team spirit. Bearing
in mind Mr Raymond’s words: “It’s not just what we do, but
how we do something that defines the true achievements
and experience behind our accomplishment”.£
“
Saying
”O
Ex-Employees
to
n a sunny Saturday afternoon, seven Community Service (CS) members and
two heads of department/section visited three ex-employees who had been
medically boarded out.
Mr Athinarayanan John, a long-serving
employee of almost 32 years, was
previously attached to the Store section.
He received the group in high spirits!
Mr M. Punlandran and family with CS members.
Mr M. Punlandran previously worked
in the WWTP section for about 15
years. Although he was in a frail
condition, the group was glad to
know he is slowly recovering.£
Ms Gan and her son with CS members.
Ms Gan Sek Cheang had been
working with the Procurement
department for almost 26 years. She
was well and cheerful as always.
Mr A. John and family with CS members.
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Dr Loek Favre Elected
Influencer of the
Year 2012
T
he Annual Strategy Platform on Food and Beverage 2012, held
on 25 and 26 September 2012 in Zeist, The Netherlands, elected
Dr Loek Favre as Influencer of the Year 2012.
The election was held between 175 senior representatives of the
Dutch Food & Beverage Industry. Chief Operating Officer of IOI
Loders Croklaan Europe and Chairman of the Ingredients For Food
Innovators (IFFI) board Dr Loek Favre received the award in
recognition of his efforts to raise professionalism in the industry,
which he undertakes with great enthusiasm. Dr Loek accepted the
award with his usual degree of modesty, referring to the
responsibilities of IOI in the areas of sustainability, employment,
education, and innovation.£
EXC & nnovation Meeting
at IOI Loders Croklaan Europe
EXCO members and key personnel from different regions came together for brainstorming.
O
n 11 and 12 September 2012, the Executive Committee (EXCO) of IOI Loders
Croklaan held their bi-annual meeting, this time at the European headquarters. A
customer strategy and innovation meeting was also held at the same time. The meetings
were attended by sales directors and innovation directors of the different regions. The
advantage of holding both meetings simultaneously at the same location is that the
EXCO members were able to join parts of the customer strategy and innovation sessions
and give their contributions. Developing a successful innovation strategy that supports
our strategic customers in developing their business is of key importance to the global
growth of IOI Loders Croklaan. The discussions and outcomes of the meetings confirmed
that this view is shared throughout the senior management and Executive Committee.
Next to the official programme, time was reserved for an inspection of the
construction of the new Wormerveer deodorizer that is nearing completion and is
scheduled for commissioning in October 2012. Find out more about this in the next issue
of Berita IOI.£
Work in progress at Wormerveer.
Candles &
Palm Oil
IOI Loders Croklaan Europe
at Malaysia-Romania Palm Oil
Trade & Seminar 2012
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A New
Combination
O
n 18 September 2012, Malaysian Palm Oil
Council (MPOC) and Malaysian Palm Oil
Board (MPOB) organised the Palm Oil Trade Fair
& Seminar (POTS) in Bucharest on the benefits of
palm oil, strengthening its market potential in
Romania.
Several representatives of the Romanian
government were present to welcome this initiative.
The seminar, themed “MPOC’s Romania &
Malaysia: A Smart Partnership Towards Meeting
Oils and Fats Demand”, was attended by around
300 participants from, mainly, the Eastern European
market. The event was opened by Chairman of
MPOC Dato’ Lee Yeow Chor and included an
inspiring keynote speech by Malaysian Minister of
Plantation Industries and Commodities Tan Sri
Bernard Dompok.
Romania is set to become an ideal gateway for
Malaysian palm oil to penetrate East European
markets. Dato’ Lee said Romania was no longer a net
exporter of oils and fats, unlike in the earlier years
as demand for oils and fats, in the past three years,
has surpassed local production capacity.
IOI Loders Croklaan Europe was present with a
booth to interact with potential customers. During
the afternoon programme, Application Fellow
Mr Hennie Slager captured the attention of the
audience with a presentation on the benefits of palm
oil fractions in food applications.
In between speeches and sessions, various
customers visited the booth where animated
discussions took place and business was done. The
event presented an excellent opportunity for IOI
Loders Croklaan to make a significant contribution
to the development of palm oil application in Eastern
Europe.£
Sales Manager (Eastern Europe) Mr Silvano Mulas greeting
customers with a smile and a handful of useful information.
Highlighting the advantages of sustainable palm oil for the candle industry.
I
n Europe, the market for candles is still growing. The warm
light of candles is used to create a nice atmosphere and for
decorative reasons. Traditionally candles are made with paraffin
wax, a material derived from mineral oil. However palm oil
products have proven to be a very good alternative to paraffin
wax in the past years. More and more candle producers have
started to use palm oil products in the production of their
candles and IOI Loders Croklaan Europe has been a major
contributor to this new segment.
On 3 and 4 September 2012, a conference on the use of
paraffin raw materials was held in Krakow, Poland. Sales
Manager of IOI Loders Croklaan Europe Mr Bart Jurrjens was
invited to do a presentation on the use of palm oil for the
production of candles. He highlighted the benefits of palm oil
as an alternative for paraffin wax and the advantages of
sustainable palm oil for the candle industry. The many
representatives of the candle manufactures who were present
responded enthusiastically on the possibilities of palm oil and
many questions were raised during the informal meetings after
the conference.
Palm oil and candles certainly are a combination
that will grow in the future!£
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Mr Arthur Tuytel (left) demonstrating
his artisanal skills.
in
Creative
Studio
Europe
O
n 5 and 6 September 2012, a group of Polish customers
kicked off a brand new workshop in the Creative Studio
Europe. Named Hot, Cold & Creamy, the workshop was entirely dedicated
to the melting behaviour of different fats and how this behaviour can be
used to create chocolate and bakery products with unique flavour
sensations. Customers learnt how certain fats can give a cool sensation
when eaten, and how these characteristics can be used to create products
with qualities that appeal to the modern consumer.
The two-day workshop consisted of an artisanal and an industrial part. On the first day, expert
chocolatier Mr Arthur Tuytel used his artisanal skills to inspire the participants to make all kinds of
creative chocolate and bakery creations. On the second day, the Creative Studio team took over and
helped our customers to translate their ideas into recipes that are suitable for industrial processing.
Participants also learnt about the characteristics of the different fats in IOI Loders Croklaan portfolio
and how to pick the right fat for their specific requirements.
After two days of hard work, the participants left with a bagful of products and a headful of
ideas to help them to create the perfect product for consumers in the Polish market!£
Knowledge E change Programme
P
eople and knowledge are some of the most important assets of IOI. To benefit
from the knowledge of all our people around the globe, it is important to find
ways to share and exchange. This is the reason that a Knowledge Exchange Programme
has been developed between the Asian and European branches, which took off in 2008.
The programme is focused on the Quality and Research & Development departments with
the goal to create better co-operation between the regions and contribute to an improved
quality control during the production of crude palm oil.
Over the years, several colleagues have taken part in the exchange programme. Natasha Koh
worked as a trainee for IOI Loders Croklaan Europe for 3½ years. A year ago, she returned to
Malaysia, where she is now working on an improvement programme for Quality Assurance and
Quality Control at the IOI mills. Asked about her experience, Natasha said, “The trainee programme
has taught me to take a more pragmatic approach in my work. Not to draw conclusions from a first
observation but gather information and then talk with data.”
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Creative Studio US in 2013
IOI
3D artistic rendering of the bakery lab.
Loders Croklaan Americas has broken ground on their new
state-of-the-art 16,000 sq ft Creative Studio and executive facility
located in Channahon, Illinois which will open in February 2013.
The first Creative Studio was opened in the Netherlands in June 2010 and
has been a great success story sparking IOI Loders Croklaan Asia to embrace this concept
with their launch of Creative Studio Asia in March 2011.
Vice President of Research & Development (R&D) Dr
Gerald McNeill stated, “The Creative Studio is a dedicated
environment combining expertise and creativity to
collaborate, and innovate with our customers as long-term
partners. The Creative Studio is intended to be a place where
customers can switch off from the day-to-day demands and
grind of their business to focus on the creative process,
making it the ideal place for new product development.ӣ
Steel and framework
of the new Creative Studio.
A ground breaking ceremony attended by (from right): Group CEO Mr Julian Veitch,VP of Finance Mr Mike Mollenkamp,VP of Operations Mr Bill Troy and VP of R&D Dr Gerald McNeill.
Fairoz Aziz spent nine months in the European
lab in 2011. He is also positive about his experience
and feels it is important that the European and Asian
organisations exchange knowledge on technologies
and developments to the advantage of both.
In July 2012, three colleagues started
simultaneously in the exchange programme.
Evelyn Koh (Quality Assurance), Sin Yi Hoe
(Quality Control) and Wai Seng Wong (Research
& Development) are currently working on
extending their knowledge and experience
to the benefit of our increasingly global
organisation.£
A picture of perfect smiles, thanks to the vital exchange.
Experience a world of
knowledgeable difference.
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at
Creative Studio Asia
Chef Frederic Oger
showing a demo while
participants eagerly look on.
T
he overwhelming response for Creative Studio Asia’s “Secret Spices” workshop led the team
to conceptualise a workshop on innovative fillings themed “Fill To Thrill” that was attended
by customers from eight different nationalities on 19 and 20 September 2012.
Led by Innovation Manager Mr Imro’t Zand, the team taught the participants on the various
innovative fillings in bakery and confectionary applications. They had a lesson on oils and fats as
Raspberry Rose Macaroon.
well as the latest trends in the food industry.
The first day of the workshop saw artisanal Chef Frederic Oger captivating
participants with six different types of artisanal products with aerated, chewy, multilayered, soft and flowing, spongy and cool melting fillings. Chef Frederic, who is from
France, has earlier worked as Executive Pastry Chef in some renowned hotels across
the globe. He is currently based in Kuala Lumpur as a tutor in pastry arts.
On the second day, the participants were led by Application & Technical Manager
Mr Balachandar Selvamohan in developing industrial products inspired by Chef
Frederic’s artisanal desserts. The industrial-translated products maintained similar
properties like aeration, soft flowing and cool melting as artisanal products but with
longer shelf life and durability. Mr Bala said that the industrial translation is to provide
new ideas for customers who are in search of product innovation.
Partners from Rikiveta Singapore delivered a special presentation on “Food
The workshop allows participants in groups and
Emulsifiers and their Application in Food Industry” while partners from Givaudan
get hands-on knowledge product development.
provided the required flavours for the concept.
Ms Anel Janse van Vuuren from Kees Beyers Chocolates, South Africa commended the workshop for being informative to
unsolved queries she had previously. She said, “The intensive two-day workshop was rewarding as it had made the participants
understand the different types of innovative fillings which can be introduced to their products in future.”
All participants were each given a certificate of attendance after the workshop
which ended with an exciting tour around the production site and sumptuous tasting
session on products made by the participants. Seeing the event’s success, the concept
will be extended for many more customers in October and December 2012.£
Team Manager Mr Bala guiding the participants with
the industrial application of Chef Oger’s desserts.
Delightful smiles from the participants
with IOI Loders Croklaan Asia’s team.
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Ting Hsin & Wei Chuan’s Visit
to
IOI Loders Croklaan Asia
Taking a quick tour around the well-equipped Creative Studio.
A
delegation from Ting Hsin International Group &
Wei Chuan Food Corporation, Taiwan visited IOI
Loders Croklaan Asia on 15 September 2012 to explore palm
oil business opportunities with IOI and to learn about the
specialty oils and fats business. The delegation was
welcomed by IOI Group Executive Chairman Tan Sri Dato’
Lee Shin Cheng and Executive Director Mr Lee Yeow Seng
at its facility in Pasir Gudang, Johor.
Ting Hsin International Group’s Group Chairman
Mr Wei Ying Chiao and Wei Chuan Foods Corporation’s
Chairman Mr Wei Yin Chun were among the delegates who
were present.
During their visit, the delegates showed special interest
in the production of human milk fat replacer Betapol® which
uses advanced enzymatic lipid modification technology.
The delegates were also impressed with the factory’s large
scale commercial operations and the technologies. The
delegates visited IOI Loders Croklaan Asia’s Creative Studio
and toured its 18-acre factory.
Mr Teo Kok Leong delivering a brief presentation on the company.
Ting Hsin International Group is a Taiwanese-owned
company based in Tianjin, PR China. It is China’s largest
instant noodle maker, and owns the Kang Shi Fu brand,
also known as Masterkong or Ting Yi through its partly held
associate, Tingyi (Cayman Islands) Holding Corporation.
Wei Chuan Food Corporation is a Taiwan-based
manufacturer of Chinese condiments, canned goods, drinks,
and frozen goods. Its more popular, widely recognised
products include canned pickles, soy sauce and oyster
sauces, and frozen dumplings and wontons.
The visit was a fruitful effort to strengthen sustainable
trade and investment opportunities between both companies
as IOI Group has market access to a number of items
originating in both countries. It was a timely initiative to
deepen existing economic and trade relations between both
countries.
The team had rounds of discussions after the presentation.
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Ms Susan Holzner (right) attending to a visitor’s queries.
F
What a successful collaboration.
rom 18 to 20 September 2012, IOI Loders
Croklaan Latin Americas made its appearance
at the Food Ingredients South America 2012
(FISA 2012) held in Sao Paolo, together with
Mastersence, its business agent from Brazil.
Customers from different countries around South
America traveled far to Sao Paolo to visit the annual
exhibition to seek new leads in business opportunities
and technical feeds.
General Manager of IOI Loders Croklaan Latin
Americas Ms Susan Holzner and Application and
Technical Support team member from IOI Loders
Croklaan Asia Ms Tey Meei Shya were present to
provide commercial and technical support at site.
IOI Loders Croklaan delivered a talk titled
“The Filling Mystery” at a customer seminar on
18 September 2012 organised by Mastersense. 60
guests from different regions learnt to
develop different texture of filings with
our fats.
FISA 2012 was a success and will
drive IOI Loders Croklaan’s growth in this
important and fast developing market.
Joining
Forces
at FISA 2012
Mr Marcelo Gouveia (centre) from Mastersense
with chocolate and fats sample.
No rebel forces in sight at the expo.
IOI Loders Croklaan Asia’s
Hari Raya Gathering
O
n 30 August 2012, IOI Loders Croklaan Asia’s employees celebrated a wonderful
Hari Raya Gathering in front of the main office building. The event was
organised by the Human Resources Events committee to foster a better relationship
among employees.
The highlight of the event was the arrival of Chief Operating Officer
Mr Michael van Sallandt who came in full Baju Melayu attire which included
songkok and samping. He was cheered by
the employees and given a round of
applause. Everyone enjoyed a great time
feasting with colleagues.
The employees made a beeline
for the delicious food.
CEO Mr Michael van Sallandt (2nd from left)
was cheered for being such a good sport.
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Datuk Seri Chor (left) officiating the Ops Raya launch together with Datuk Wan (right).
K
eeping road users safe and ensuring adequate safety
manpower on duty are a recurring theme each year
whenever there is a major festival around the corner. Witnessed
by the Fire and Rescue Department Director-General Datuk
Wan Mohd Nor Ibrahim, the Ops Raya 2012 was launched by
Housing and Local Government Minister Datuk Seri Chor Chee
Heung in IOI Mall Puchong.
Road users were assured that there will be over 9,000
firefighters patrolling the roads and highways to rescue accident
victims as part of Ops Raya 2012. Patrol units will also monitor
the 151 black spots identified as accident-prone areas.
At the launch, the crowd
was treated to a simulated
accident crash involving two
cars and a motorcycle as fire
fighters demonstrated rescue
procedures.
Flagged Off at
IOI Mall Puchong
IOI Mall General Manager Mr Ronnie Francis (left)
receiving a Fire Certificate from Datuk Seri Chor.
VIPs present at the launch.
Fire fighters in action.
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No auntie, this is not the
palm reading counter,
it’s a glucose test kiosk.
Even Spidey
agrees that
good health is
important!
Measuring
blood pressure.
Get Healthy
Live a Fit Life!
and
H
ealth-conscious residents turned up in
droves to attend the “Health Expo” conducted
by Hope On Wheels and Adventist Community Health
Centre in IOI Mall Puchong on 15 and 16 July 2012.
Armed with a mission to create health awareness
to the Puchong community, the team provided
complimentary health screening to the public. The
visitors took the opportunity to check their Body Mass
Index (BMI), blood pressure and glucose levels,
percentage of body fat and “Health’s Age”. The results
were interpreted by health counselors with proper advice
given to each individual on how to adopt a healthier
lifestyle.
In addition, there were Healthy Living cooking demonstrations,
hydrotherapy activities and massage training.
Children were happily occupied in the designated Children’s
Corner. They were taught how to choose the right food, the
importance of drinking quality water and many more
healthy tips. The children were also exposed to
their danger of smoking via interesting
experiments. These proved to be effective
as some of them swear against smoking
and will persuade their grandparents
and parents to quit smoking!
Healthy Living
cooking
demonstrations.
Children’s corner helped
to keep them occupied
while their parents take
the health test.
Patiently waiting for their turns
during health counseling.
IOI MALL
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Canines’
Day ut
Proud canine owners came from all over
Malaysia with their pets in tow. A total of 110
different dog breeds was paraded and
groomed to vie for top honours in the seven
categories offered:
Parading the pedigree in front of the judges.
A
dorable yelps and barks were
heard at Centre Atrium in IOI Mall
Bandar Putra, Kulai as it held the “IOI Mall
5th Dogs Show 2012” on 15 July 2012. The
show was also the 333rd and 334th “MKA
All Breed Championship Show” by Malaysian
Kennel Association (MKA). The judges were
Mr Robert Dawson from Philippines,
Mr Keith Brown from New Zealand and
Dr S.R. Dev from Malaysia.
Best Minor Puppy in show
Best in Show (All Breed)
Best Puppy in Show
Best Junior in Show
Best Intermediate in show
Best Veteran in Show
Best Malaysia Breed in Show
Upon registration, the participants
were given a goody bag each
consisting of dog food sponsored by
PROFormance Pet. Owners and their
four-legged friends received their
prizes from the judges, much to the
crowd’s delight.
“Look at my beautiful tresses!”
Prizes up for grabs.
Owners grooming their pets.
Aww... such an adorable puppy.
How much do you weigh?
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Bubur Lambuk Galore
at
IOI Mall Kulai
F
or six consecutive years, IOI Mall Bandar Putra,
Kulai organised its ‘Pertandingan Bubur
Lambuk Antara Masjid/Surau & Majlis Berbuka
Puasa Bersama Anak-Anak Yatim’ inconjunction with the Ramadan month
celebration. Co-organised with Majlis Agama
Islam Kulaijaya, the event received good response
with nine participating teams from various masjid and
surau in the area.
Judged by En Sharulizam Bin Othman and Mdm Enon
Binti Hj Wan Ibrahim for their cleanliness, Bubur Lambuk recipe
and dish presentation, Surau Al-Ehsan was declared the winning
team, while second place went to Surau Ibnu Sina and Surau Al-falah
came in third.
The other participating teams were from Masjid Kg Melayu Bkt
Batu, Surau Al-Muhajir, Pergerakan Wanita Umno, Kumpulan WI,
Surau Ibnu Hiban and Surau Taman Aman. The Bubur Lambuk
was then distributed to IOI Mall’s visitors.
IOI Mall staff also joined in the fun by preparing dodol
and selling it to the public at RM5 per packet. The funds
collected were then distributed to the orphans.
The event also saw 21 students showcasing their
talent during the Azan Competition in front of two Uztaz
judges from Majlis Agama Islam Kulaijaya. Muhammad Mukhlis
B Abdul Razak and his brother Muhammad Munir Bin Abdul
Razak won the first and second prize, and Fathul Fansuri Mohd Esa
emerged as the third prize winner.
Later in the evening, IOI Mall staff joined 50 orphans to buka puasa
together. The children received RM50 cash each as well as hampers courtesy
of IOI Mall.
Making dodol
for charity.
Participants with their
special bubur lambuk.
Breaking fast together.
HOTEL
BERITAIOI
Marriott Putrajaya Adopts
Hotel Environment
O
ne reason the air is cleaner and fresher at Putrajaya Marriott Hotel & Spa is because as of
17 September 2012, guests will be enjoying a smoke-free zone! The smoke-free policy is implemented
in an effort to maintain good health and a healing environment for all walks of life.
According to General Manager of Putrajaya Marriott Hotel Mr Simon Yong, “We are taking the bold
initiative towards providing a healthier environment for all our guests by providing a smoke-free
environment for them. For your information, all Marriott International Lodging brands in the USA and
Canada became smoke-free as of 16 October 2006 and they have had numerous positive feedbacks from
guests and we are almost certain that our guests will do too.”
A majority of guests favour a non-smoking hotel
environment, hence this preference has been applied
by not allowing smoking within the building and
providing designated smoking areas outside the
building to accommodate the needs of guests who
smoke. Smoking is now strictly prohibited in and
around the hotel public areas such as the lobby,
restaurant and lounges, banquet halls, restrooms as
well as other air-conditioned facilities within the
hotel.
Concurrently, Marriott Putrajaya Hotel will
continue its efforts and remain committed to make the
hotel a safe and clean environment to welcome its
guests
and associates.
Spacious and breezy, smoke in comfort
at the Outdoor Smoking Hut.
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Mooncake
Mania
T
he early dusk of 20 September 2012 was
filled with a magical aura as the team at
Putrajaya Marriott Hotel & Spa created an escape to
a folklore tale. They brought in Mooncake Festival
early and organised an evening corporate cocktail at
the Executive Lounge themed Mooncake Mania.
Corporate clients and in-house guests were greeted with
an oriental touch of Chinese lanterns décor and hotel associates in traditional Chinese
wear. All the guests were treated to a light selection of delicious gourmet finger foods
including foods symbolic to the festival such as pomelo, mini yams, and mooncake
that got everyone going for second helpings as they sampled Summer Palace
Restaurant’s home-made Crystal skin mooncakes, especially the one with durian paste
filling! The air was filled with classic hits serenaded by strollers from the Philippines.
General Manager of Putrajaya Marriott Hotel Mr Simon Yong explained the idea of
the theme, “It would be a great fun and cultural experience for all while we get
acquainted.” To that a long-stay guest commented, “This is such an interesting concept
and we are very delighted to be invited. My missus and I got to know the team at
Marriott Putrajaya better and it made me feel more at home while away from home.”
Everyone enjoyed the evening thoroughly and thought the event was put together
very well to bring an excellent group of people together.
HOTEL
BERITAIOI
Ramadan
Charity
Kids from Nur Barakah.
E
very year during the month of Ramadan, Palm Garden
Hotel organises its annual Ramadan Charity for
underprivileged children. This year, 50 children from Teratak
Nur Barakah and Shepherd’s Home were feted at the Perdana
Ballroom on 26 July 2012.
Teratak Nur Barakah is located in Shah Alam
and currently has 35 children aged from six to 12
years old while Shepherd’s Home is located in
Dengkil and cares for 15 children aged eight
years old and above.
The event started with the welcome of the
adorable children by the management and staff
of Palm Garden Hotel and a warm welcoming
speech by General Manager of Palm Garden
Hotel Mr Anthony Wee. Then everyone broke fast
together while being entertained by the hotel’s
Ghazal band, Mahligai Ghazal. The hotel’s
associates and invited guests took the opportunity
to serve and mingle with the children and their
guardians. The associates also performed the
Maghrib prayers with the Muslim children from
Teratak Nur Barakah.
The children also received not just one packet
but four packets of duit raya each thanks to the management and
staff of the hotel as well as the hotel’s guests.
The children were very happy with the
four raya packets and the attention given.
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Hari Raya Charity
Open House
I
n conjunction with the Hari Raya
Aidilfitri and Hari Merdeka
celebrations, Palm Garden Hotel held
a Hari Raya Charity Open House
on 28 August 2012 for 156 children
from Sekolah Menengah Pendidikan
Khas (Cacat Penglihatan) Setapak
along with business partners from
the corporate and government sectors. The event aimed to create a memorable and fun
evening for everyone with sumptuous Raya offerings and more.
The evening kicked off with a speech from General Manager of Palm Garden Hotel
Mr Anthony Wee who shared that, “This Hari Raya and Merdeka Open House is an
annual event for Palm Garden Hotel and we invite different charitable organisations to
join us each year. And today’s event is more of a celebration for these special children
than anything else.”
The children and guests feasted on the Hari Raya
delicacies such as lemang, ketupat, rendang, lontong, ayam
masak merah, nasi tomato and much more.
One of the main collaborators of the event was Traxxfm,
the English Radio channel under Radio Television Malaysia.
The station’s own DJs Hisham, Prajit, Mary and Gary not
only became the masters of ceremony but also performed
Hari Raya and contemporary songs and games to entertain
the crowd. Independent performers from Twozhe Band and
Seri Mahligai Ghazal also lit up the air.
The students mesmerised everyone with their
beautiful vocals. After their performance, Mr Anthony
distributed duit raya to all the children. The duit raya
was contributed by the staffs and their family members
of Palm Garden Hotel and the management. Generous
individuals, Encik Rosly Ahmad and Encik Zaki, also
gave duit raya to the children.
Adding a thrilling highlight to the event was the
attendance of the Gabungan Bikers Malaysia with
some 15 Ducati and Can-Am superbikes. Some of the
children were game to experience a ride on these
powerful and beautiful vehicles.
All the children were given a goody bag each and prizes for the
games courtesy of the hotel and partners, namely Nestle, X Sunz and
Traxxfm. Palm Garden Hotel also thanked Dreamland Tours and
Limousine Services which sponsored transportation for the event. In
all, the children had a fun evening.
Mr Anthony Wee and Ms Audrey Yap helping
the children to have a memorable evening.
FOUNDATION
BERITAIOI
69 Students
Receive YAA 2012
Award presentation ceremony at Pan-Century Oleochemical Sdn Bhd, Johor
A proud day for the YAA recipients and their parents.
H
ard work paid off for 69 students as they received the Young Achievers’ Award
(YAA) in June. These all-rounders were rewarded by Yayasan Tan Sri Lee Shin
Cheng for not only scoring well in the academic examinations, but also doing exceptionally
well in extra-curricular activities.
23 top students were recognised for their excellent results in UPSR, PMR and SPM
examinations in a YAA presentation ceremony on 16 June 2012. They were
congratulated and received their YAA from Head of Operations Mr Gurdev Singh at
Pan-Century Oleochemical Sdn Bhd’s new Training Centre.
Meanwhile, on 30 June 2012, presentation ceremonies were held simultaneously
in Johor and Penang.
IOI Properties Berhad (IOIP) in Johor Bahru held its YAA presentation ceremony
in IOI Palm Villa Golf & Country Resort whereby nine deserving students received
their certificates and plaques from Senior General Manager Mr Simon Heng. Also
present were General Manager Mr Lim Beng Yeang (his son Zhi Syuen was the
gold award recipient) and HR & Admin Manager Ms Ang Siew Heong.
Well done! The YAA recipients with their proud parent.
Continues on next page. 
Award presentation ceremony at IOI Properties Berhad, Johor
Mr Simon Heng (6th from left), Mr Lim (4th from right) and Ms Ang (right) with YAA recipients.
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Continued from previous page.
69 Students Receive YAA 2012
Over in IOI Oleochemical in Prai, 37 top achievers and parents
were warmly welcomed by Executive Director Mr Tan Kean Hua to
the YAA presentation ceremony. They had done well in the UPSR,
PMR, SPM and STPM examinations. Worth noting is the fact that
13 of these students were past recipients of YAA! Mr Tan told them,
“Life doesn’t require that we be the best, only that we try our best.
When we try our best and never give up, we inevitably become the
best at the thing we are trying so hard to do.”
After the award presentation, IOI Group’s Corporate Video was
played followed by a motivational talk titled “Building Positive
Parent-Children Relationship” by Dr Alvin Tan.
Congratulations to the YAA recipients!
Dr Alvin engaging with the parents and students during the motivational talk.
Award presentation ceremony at IOI Oleochemical Sdn Bhd, Prai
Accompanied by his parents,
the only STPM recipient Lee Zhi Yuan
receiving his YAA certificate from Mr Tan.
Mr Tan (in yellow tie) with the YAA recipients.
Nine Students Adopted
into the Ranks of SAP
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August 2012 was a happy day for Sekolah Kebangsaan
Sung Siew, Sandakan as nine of its students were selected
to be part of Yayasan Tan Sri Lee Shin Cheng’s Student
Adoption Programme (SAP).
The primary school’s principal Madam Florence Chong, who witnessed the cheque presentation ceremony
held within the school’s ground, applauded IOI Group for its commitment to uphold its corporate social
responsibility and continuous support extended to the school.
Sandakan Region’s Plantation Controller Mr Baba @ Ashwin Kumar and Senior Account Executive
Madam Nalia Rudin were led on a guided tour of the school, and came away happy with the difference that
IOI Group’s contribution has made to S.K. Sung Siew.
One of the four “mushroom” sheds
donated by IOI Group.
Posing with the SAP students: Madam Florence with Ms Maureen of S.K Sung Siew (left),
and Mr Baba with Madam Nalia (right) posing with the SAP students.