TOGETHER
WE SUSTAIN

Message From Our Group Managing Director
And Chief Executive

Message From Our Group Managing Director And Chief Executive

Dato’ Lee Yeow Chor Dato’ Lee Yeow Chor

Dato’ Lee Yeow Chor

Group Managing Director and Chief Executive

Dear Stakeholders,

Against a backdrop where global trade has been impacted by geopolitical shifts, protectionism and nature’s catastrophes, uncertainties continue to grow. Together with rapid technological advancements, disruptions in supply chains and political unrests, businesses must be resilient to survive these constant challenges.

Dato’ Lee Yeow Chor

Group Managing Director and Chief Executive

We have collaborated with a major telecommunication company to enhance internet connectivity for them by installing
81 communication towers across our Malaysian plantations.

Established
an IOI ESG Digitalisation real-time tracking and analysis of our sustainability-related data that is integrated with our SAP ERP platform for transparency, improved accuracy, and auditability.

Highlights On Digitalisation

As An Enabling Tool For Sustainability

IOI’s broad strategy towards digitalisation as a tool for sustainability, based on strong leadership and alignment across all levels of the organisation, ensures that digitalisation is embedded into all our operations and businesses. The resultant enhanced daily processes due to optimised resource utilisation help increase our efficiency and accuracy. This can ultimately help IOI streamline its decision-making processes due to efficient information sharing, faster and more accurate analyses together with better identification of patterns or trends.

Economic, Environmental,

Social And Governance (EESG)

ECONOMIC (E)
  • Data Integrity and Auditability via Digitalisation
  • Sustainability Certification
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Data Privacy and Cybersecurity
  • Energy Management and Operational Eco-Efficiency
  • Palm Biotechnology and Product Innovation
  • Productivity and Product Quality
ENVIRONMENTAL (E)
  • Climate Change, GHG Emission Management, including, Low Carbon Technology
  • Sustainable Land Use and No Deforestation
  • Biodiversity and Ecosystem
  • Water Management
  • Agrochemical Management
  • Regenerative and Precision Agriculture
  • Circular Economy and Waste Management
  • Fire Management
SOCIAL (S)
  • Health and Safety
  • Human Rights and Fair Labour Practices
  • Ethical Recruitment and Responsible Employment
  • Diversity, Inclusivity and Equal Opportunity
  • Community Engagement and Social Responsibility
  • Child Rights and No Child Labour
  • Gender Equality and Women Empowerment
  • Talent Management
GOVERNANCE (G)
  • Grievance Mechanism and Transparent Communication
  • Traceability and Responsible Sourcing
  • Regulatory and Third-Party Compliance
  • Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption
  • Business Ethics and Code of Conduct

Together, Moving Towards Climate Positive

IOI’s Pathway to Net Zero by 2040

A net zero future is a mission we are actively transitioning towards and through every action that we take, is a step towards our goals. At IOI, we are charting a targeted and measured course towards 2040, a journey that transcends compliance, anchored by clear commitments and accelerated by innovation. We are reimagining the role of a global agribusiness in this climate challenged era, one that leads by action, scales with purpose and sustains through transformation.

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Together, Driving Nature Positive Impacts

Growing Sustainably,
Protecting Nature.

At IOI, we believe in integrating sustainability into every facet of our business. We are transforming how land is cultivated, how resources are used and how biodiversity is enhanced.

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Together, Empowering Progress
With Purpose

Together, Empowering Progress With Purpose

Safeguard and Uplift

At IOI, our progress is not measured by growth alone, but by the integrity of our actions and the impact we create across every employee and community we serve.

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Creating Social Value
Through Engagement
and Inclusion

Creating Social Value Through Engagement and Inclusion

Challenges and Value Created

Stakeholders

Bunge Loders Croklaan, IOI Bukit Leelau Estate, Orang Asli, GEC, and others

Challenges

Limited access to resources and alignment with stakeholders

Value Created
  • No fire
  • Welfare facilities provided: solar systems, water pump facilities, etc.
  • Sustainable livelihoods: mushroom farming, fishing through canal blocks, etc.

Stakeholders

IOI, IOI Workers’ children, Borneo Child Aid Society, Indonesian consulate

Challenges
  • Limited access to education due to remoteness of the Plantation
  • Limited teachers willing to work in plantations
Value Created
  • Children received Full-Day Zero Cost Education (both for primary and secondary education)
  • Opportunity provided for higher education

Stakeholders

IOI employees, and IOI management

Challenges

Limited access to fresh vegetables, due to remoteness

Value Created
  • Promotes healthier lifestyles and reduces food expenses
  • Fosters a sense of community, and wellbeing among employees & families

Stakeholders

IOI staff, local farmer at PT Sukses Karya Sawit

Challenges

Pest attacks and low quality of yield

Value Created
  • Improved yields and productivity through sustainable methods
  • Enhanced income and livelihood security
  • Access to quality seeds, irrigation, and modern practices

Stakeholders

IOI employees and nearby communities

Challenges

Frequent floods affecting operations and communities

Value Created
  • Transportation assistance during floods
  • Giving access to essential services

Stakeholders

IOI employees in plantations

Challenges

Fear of retaliation, limited accessibility, and possible lack of trust of the system

Value Created
  • Inclusive and accessible channels to voice Concerns
  • Promotes fairness & strengthens trust

Stakeholders

Women employees, IOI management

Challenges

Insufficient resources (time, budget, facilitators) to run women-focused programs.

Value Created
  • Women employees able to discuss and raise their concerns
  • Opportunities for career advancement

Stakeholders

IOI employees, telco company, service provider

Challenges

Hardware delivery to the site due to accessibility

Value Created
  • Improve connectivity through better internet coverage in remote areas

Stakeholders

IOI employees, various communities

Challenges

The appropriate help given to the appropriate recipient

Value Created
  • Creates goodwill and future cooperation with IOI