berita The Official Newsletter of ISSUE NO: 69 JAN – MAR 2016 KDN NO: PP9740/05/2013(033253) For Internal Circulation Only

GOING BEYOND THE HOUR WITH IOI

IOIPG Acquires 400-acre Land IOI Pan-Cen Receives Yayasan TSLSC Gives 11 in IOI Resort City 16 ISO Certification 30 RM360,000 to 403 Students CONTENTS 02 BERITAIOI PROPERTY 11 IOIPG Acquires 400-acre Land in COVER FEATURE IOI Resort City IOIPG Wins Property Awards Going Beyond 12 South Beach Notches Top SG Mark Award the Hour with IOI 04 Recognising Service Excellence

Saturday, 19 March

CORPORATE UPDATES 06 Q2 Earnings for IOIC and IOIPG First Integrated Development Leadership Training for Plantation Managers 13 at IOI Resort City 07 Investing in UPM’s Agricultural Development 14 IOI Eco Fun Ride Attracts 1,000 Cyclists Welcoming Year of Monkey! 15 Bandar Puteri Celebrates 15th Anniversary Musical Extravaganza Marks IOI Hits the Road Bougain Villa Launch Running in KL Rat Race® 2016 OLEOCHEMICALS Refuelling the Blood Bank 16 IOI Pan-Cen Receives ISO Certification HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

Business Visit to Bangladesh 17 Welcoming Wipro from India IOI Pan-Cen Kickstarts Climate Change Succession Planning Programme Awareness 08 A Mighty Success! 18 IOI Oleo Clocks in Earth Hour & Beyond Safety First in Fire Drill 09 Positivity in Facing Challenges 19 Health Awareness Campaign 10 Honing Your Creative and Innovative Spark! Technical Training in Handling ICE

PUBLISHED BY EDITOR-IN-CHIEF WEBSITE IOI Group Karen Liew www.ioigroup.com Two IOI Square, IOI Resort, EDITOR www.ioiproperties.com.my 62502 , . Carine Yap PRINTED BY Tel: 03.8947.8888 DEPUTY EDITOR ST ENTERPRISE Fax: 03.8947.8958 Ho Hsu Wen AS 8, Jalan Hang Tuah 1, Salak South Garden, 57100 . EDITOR’S NOTE EDIBLE OILS BERITAIOI 03

20 EDITOR’S NOTE Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Since Sydney initiated the first lights-off Earth Hour in 2007, this year’s 10th annual for IOILC Earth event has risen to a shining success of global effort built up by the momentum of the Week 2016 Paris Accord in December 2016. To shine a light on climate action, over 1.23 million individual actions were taken to help Mother Earth while social reach exceeded 18.7 million people who contributed towards a cause that has grown more urgent by the IOILC Moves for MS hour. 21 New Line of Brochures IOI Group went the extra mile and took up the ‘plus’ to go beyond the hour to join the Earth Hour movement with 178 countries. Across the Group and its subsidiaries IOILC Asia Hits 10K MT Delivery Target as well as associate companies, various green actions and practices were instituted to help alleviate a worldwide problem. Whether it is educating employees on green New ISO Tank Loading Facility practices or fostering a meatless diet or employing green technology, IOI’s green efforts are showcased in our Cover Feature and respective sections. 22 IOILC Shines the Spotlight on Earth Week IOI Loders Croklaan’s (IOILC) “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” campaign which included Successful Outing at FIC 2016 the sustainable bike-to-work effort has thus far, accumulated 388.50 which will contribute towards the planting of trees in Wormerweer and Maasvlakte in IOILC Europe. This will certainly help to fulfil Earth Day Network’s goal of planting 7.8 IOI MALL billion trees come International Earth Day on 22 April 2016.

Rather than waiting for the appointed Earth Hour, IOI Group has long embedded the values of going green in our business practices. Recently, IOI Pan-Century became the first refinery and oleochemical company in Malaysia to be certified “ISO 50001” by SIRIM for implementing an energy management system in IOI Pan-Century Edible Oils Sdn Bhd and IOI Pan-Century Oleochemicals Sdn Bhd to tap into the full potential of 23 energy efficiency, savings and more (page 16). Blossoming Wishes Our emphasis on sustainability has also been acknowledged over in Singapore when our eco-friendly South Beach was conferred the only Platinum award in the prestigious Singapore Good Design Mark which honours outstanding designs that improve lives (page 12). With its good sustainability designs both from the masterplan and architecture design aspects, South Beach is estimated to save up to 17 million 24 IOI City Mall Run 2016 Off to a Great Start KWh of energy and 174,000m³ of water annually.

25 Old Master Q CNY Celebrations At the end of the day, all that matters is our mindset and our ensuing actions. Our 26 Prosperity Lions Vie for International Title willingness to adopt a healthier, sustainable lifestyle or commit to an environmentally- friendly practice will only stem from the conviction that we are custodians of Mother WWF Awareness Campaign at IOI Mall Kulai Earth, ready to make small changes that will make a big difference to safeguard Earth for future generations.

HOTEL Carine Yap 27 Festive Chinese New Year Luncheon Keep your contributions flowing in! Celebrating a Prosperous Year Ahead 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 28 Hotels Unite for Earth Hour 2016 Group and we would all like to see this newsletter as a publication that we are all proud of. Kindly forward your contributions to [email protected]. PGGC Tees Off to 29 3 ParGolf Awards Contributors Corporate Oleochemicals IOI Mall Kulai

Shanice Kong Wafli Bin Ali Eric Low Wendy Ng Irin DeCruz Kogilavani Emily Jessica Putrajaya Marriott Hotel

Plantation Loders Croklaan (Europe) Lydia Mae Hendroff Nur Azela Amir See Wai Min Jan-Paul Back Jenny Goh Palm Garden Hotel Loders Croklaan (Asia) Property Audrey Yap Jamie Au Jessica Chan Palm Garden Golf Club New Hospitality Buggy Arrives at PGGC Ling May Yuen IOI City Mall Alex Eng KC Yum Gillian Tan Katy Teo Nicholas Poon Sheena Wong Four Points by FOUNDATION Vincent Tan Sheraton Puchong Ronald Tan IOI Mall Puchong Suzanne Ng Craig Tan 30 Yayasan TSLSC Gives RM360,000 to 403 Students Katrina Lee Stephanie Wong IOI Supports Social Enterprises Zoe Pang COVER FEATURE 04 BERITAIOI GOING BEYOND THE HOUR WITH IOI

nvironmental activists have long warned The movement to spread environmental awareness began with a against climate change and the negative effects symbolic lights-off event in Sydney, Australia back in 2007. World E Wildlife Fund (WWF) initiated the event with the aim to highlight brought upon by global warming. Unpredictable the issue of climate change and inculcate awareness among the weather cycles and natural disasters such as masses. Since then, a simple, conscious decision by individuals, severe flooding and raging bushfires have all communities, households and businesses to do just a small part led to a whole new game-changer for our environment. been attributed to the rising global temperature. Put simply, as the world gets hotter, the earth (and The momentum snowballed into the annual Earth Hour, a all its inhabitants) suffers. commitment for Mother Earth which takes place every March on a global scale never yet seen before. This year, IOI Group joined an unprecedented 178 countries and territories, making it the biggest green celebration ever!

IOI Goes Green in Advocating a Sustainable Lifestyle

Since 2009, IOI Group has made a united stand to support Earth Hour and adopt a global stand against climate change. This move is in line with IOI’s long-term commitment to sustainable development and reduction in our operation’s environmental footprint.

In line with this year’s Earth Hour, March was designated as IOI’s Earth Month across the entire Group to give greater emphasis on this green movement and to encourage employees to adopt a sustainable lifestyle. Specifically in IOI HQ, a series of green activities and awareness campaigns were held throughout the month.

In addition, IOI HQ centralised the air conditioner at 25°C to lower energy consumption which further reduces our carbon footprint. Employees were Malaysians waste up to 8,000 tonnes or 8 million kilogrammes of food a day, and this amount can feed six million people. Let’s learn not to waste by stocking our encouraged to keep windows closed to minimise loss refrigerators the green way. of cool air and to dress appropriately for the weather. NEVER LEAVE THE At the same time, the “Wear Less, Pose More” photo NEVER LET ICE BUILD UP FRIDGE DOOR OPEN It forces your fridge to use more energy. when you pour milk into your cereal contest was launched to look at how employees in HQ as it wastes 7% of a fridge’s energy. “drop the heat” in their office attire! THE UPPER SHELVES

- great for leftovers FREEZING That is the same as using 830 to 2000 These activities were well-received and generated - ready-to-eat foods like yogurt or cheese 60W light bulbs each year. much environmental buzz. The Earth Month awareness THE LOWER SHELVES - foods (meat, poultry and fish) with a higher THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR safety risk are better off in the coldest section peaked on 19 March 2016 as IOI Group and its business is the warmest part as warm air enters every time the door is opened thus keep units commemorated Earth Hour by turning off all non- COOL eggs on one of the main shelves. essential lights at operating premises. FRIDGE DRAWER Store fresh produce such as fruits and vegetables separately at the bottom of the Do not fridge drawer to prevent possible cross- Allow enough space WARMEST overfill contamination of foods from above shelves. in between foods so that cold air can COLD circulate all around.

Over 10 days, Daily Green Tips were emailed to IOI employees to motivate them to make the change. Many were not aware that Malaysians waste up to 8,000 tonnes of food per day. COVER FEATURE BERITAIOI 05

“Earth Hour is an initiative to encourage individuals, businesses and governments around the world to take accountability for their ecological footprint and engage in dialogue and resource exchange that provides real solutions to our environmental challenges. Participation in Earth Hour symbolises a commitment to change beyond the hour.” www.earthhour.org

Together, We Make a Difference

Participants were convinced that healthy food can be delicious too, as they were taught to prepare rainbow pad thai salad, organic seaweed roll, pumpkin Chef Annamah Santiago (from mushroom soup, granola bars and Plantation division) demonstrating many more during Organic Cooking one of the steps in preparing Demonstrations by IOI’s in-house chefs! granola bars.

Various awareness campaigns and green projects such as tree- Selected Eco-Movie Clips planting, recycling and advocating the use of reusable food/ highlighting climate change facts and its profound impact drink containers were carried out across the Group and its on our environment were subsidiaries as well as associate companies. screened. These can be viewed at: What You Can Do About Beyond the “one hour”, IOI Loders Croklaan headlined its Climate Change “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” mantra through a series of green https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=VTfgNFz1DBM initiatives for “Earth Week” (turn to Edible Oils’ section on page Under the Dome 20). It was a timely response, particularly in the Netherlands. Documentary on China’s Pollution by Chai Jing Beginning 1 January 2016, Dutch businesses are not allowed https://www.youtube.com/ to provide free plastic bags to customers in an attempt to watch?v=MhIZ50HKIp0 decrease pollution and waste of natural resources.

A Recycling Campaign was held where recycling boxes were placed in HQ to collect toys and children’s books for selected charitable homes in Klang Valley.

Over in and , IOI Oleochemical Industries Berhad and IOI Pan-Century Oleochemicals Sdn Bhd too encouraged Wefie photo winner goes to the team from Company their employees, suppliers and business associates to go Secretarial department. green. Read more about their eco-friendly initiatives in the Oleochemicals’ section and pick up a green tip or two!

In a fitting tribute to the power in our hands to limit climate change impacts, Putrajaya Marriott Hotel and Palm Garden Hotel had guests pledging their environmental commitment on giant writing boards. All of us can play a role in building a more sustainable future. Our actions, no matter big or small, can contribute to a big difference for our future generations. HR Executive Ms Brenda Chee wins the Selfie photo category. Let us all give Mother Earth a helping hand! CORPORATE UPDATES 06 BERITAIOI Q2 Earnings for IOIC and IOIPG

Corporation Berhad (IOIC) posted a profit before Meanwhile, IOI Properties Group Berhad (IOIPG) recorded an IOI taxation (PBT) of RM876.5 million for the second operating profit of RM319.2 profit in Q2 FY2016 which is 87% quarter ended 31 December 2015 (Q2 FY2016) as compared to higher than Q2 FY2015. Its revenue also increased 100% to RM894.4 RM94.6 million a year ago. The higher PBT is driven by higher million in this quarter. contribution from plantation and resource-based manufacturing divisions as well as net foreign currency translation gain on foreign Property development’s increase in both revenue and operating currency denominated borrowings. profit are mainly attributed to the following: launch of Bandar Puteri Bangi and Bandar Puteri Warisan, higher sales from its Trilinq The plantation division’s Q2 FY2016 profit increased by 9% to development in Singapore, and residential projects in IOI Palm City RM324.4 million from RM297.3 million in the corresponding in Xiamen, the People’s Republic of China, as well as steady increase period last year (Q2 FY2015) due to improved performance of in progress works from ongoing development projects. Property the Indonesian plantation business and higher palm kernel (PK) investment benefited from the growth of its retail segment, with price realised which is offset by lower fresh fruit bunches (FFB) the additional 1.44 million net lettable area from IOI City Mall that production. In this quarter under review, average PK price realised currently enjoys more than 90% occupancy. The leisure, hospitality was RM1,631/MT against RM1,416/MT previously. and other operations segment also witnessed increase in revenue and operating profits which are derived from Four As for the resource-based manufacturing division, this quarter’s Points by Sheraton Puchong, and the District21 theme profit of RM368.6 million is 236% more than the RM109.6 million park and Icescape Ice Rink at IOI City Mall. reported last year. The higher profit is due mainly to fair value gain on derivative financial instruments of RM256.4 million (Q2 FY2015 Despite the current challenging economic – loss of RM118.6 million). Excluding the fair value gain/loss on environment, IOIC and IOIPG expect derivative financial instruments, the underlying profit of RM112.2 to perform satisfactorily for the million is 50% lower than last corresponding quarter due to lower remaining quarters of sales volume and lower margin from the oleochemicals and the FY2016. refining sub-segments.

LEADERSHIP TRAINING FOR PLANTATION MANAGERS KEY LESSONS

Leading Oneself (Role Model & Exemplary Leadership) 1 Leading the People & Realising Potential Let’s strive to be better leaders! 2 Increasing Employee Group’s Plantation division rolled out the “Leading for Engagement IOI Results” training for region’s operating unit heads and senior management, which was conducted in two groups on 26 and 27 February 2016 at The Pavilion Hotel, Sandakan. Similar training 3 was held for managers in Peninsular Malaysia last year. Developing Action Plan to Impact Front Line Results Effective leadership means optimising team members’ potential and expanding managers’ circle of influence to engage everyone in their jobs, translating the organisation’s business objectives into tangible 4 results. CORPORATE UPDATES BERITAIOI 07 Investing in UPM’s Agricultural Development

The investment, which was made in 2002, has led to the invitation of international experts in the field of agriculture for talks and reviews of UPM’s current agricultural related programmes including the institution of the IOI Professorial Chair in partnership with UPM. This involves the hosting of world-class scientists at the professor level with renowned expertise in the field of plantation crops, plant science and management of agricultural production systems to generate innovative concepts, increase and modernise capacity building while widening UPM’s appeal to future plantation managers and research and development staff.

On 23 March 2016, holder of IOI Professorial Chair, Professor Dr Alain Rival, who is CIRAD (French Research Cooperation in Agricultural Research for Development) Resident Regional Director for South East Asia, along with UPM Director of Institute of Plantation Studies Professor Dr Mohd Khanif Yusop and Coordinator of Plantation Management (Master (From left) Assoc. Prof. Dr Hafidzi Mohd Nor, Prof. Dr Alain Rival, Dato’ Lee, Programme) Associate Professor Dr Hafidzi Mohd Nor paid a Prof. Dr Mohd Khanif Yusop and Dato’ Foong. courtesy visit to IOI. Aside from thanking IOI for the generous contribution towards the field of agriculture, the visitors Group (IOI) made a contribution of RM1 million to had a fruitful discussion with IOI Corporation Berhad Chief IOI Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) to support UPM’s Executive Officer Dato’ Lee Yeow Chor and IOI Plantation objective to enhance the sustainable agricultural practices in Malaysia. Director Dato’ Foong Lai Choong. IOI Hits the Road Running in

nce again, IOI Group (IOI) supported the Kuala OLumpur Rat Race® as part of its corporate responsibility initiative. IOI contributed RM32,000 and sent Since its launch in 2000, the Kuala Lumpur Rat Race®, loosely based on two teams – one each from IOI Corporation Berhad and IOI the Carey Wall St Rat Race in New York, has been regarded as a must- Properties Group Berhad – comprising 10 employees who attend event for Corporate Malaysia. The funds raised from this year’s 16th donned running shoes for charity as they raced through edition of the race organised by The Edge Communications Sdn Bhd were 4KM of KL streets on 29 March 2016. distributed to the beneficiaries of The Edge Education Foundation. Refuelling the Blood Bank

n 1 February 2016, Bukit Leelau Palm Oil Mill organised a blood Odonation drive in support of Hospital Tengku Ampuan Afzan. Employees from the mill and neighbouring estates (Bukit Leelau, Detas and Leepang) took part in the event which also included health checks for all donors. HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT 08 BERITAIOI SUCCESSION PLANNING PROGRAMME A MIGHTY SUCCESS!

Proud recipients posing with Dato’ Lee (seated, fifth from left) and IOI management team.

development as part of the organisation’s culture. She also “Before you are a leader, success is thanked the Project Managers, Learning Facilitators and all about growing yourself. Leaderonomics CEO Mr Roshan Thiran for their support in When you become a leader, success is all guiding, and shaping the IOI managers of tomorrow. She further about growing others.” advised the SP graduates, “Every challenge is an opportunity for growth and there are really things worth striving for, things - Jack Welch - worth fighting for, despite setbacks and obstacles along the way. But it is the choices we make that ultimately define us!”

The participants’ learning journey was captured in a graduation Group (IOI) has crossed the finishing line to the official video produced by Group HR. Many nostalgic smiles could be IOI Succession Planning (SP) Leadership Development seen as they viewed the video, recalling the joy and pain of Programme with a graduation ceremony specially organised for the learning. Besides the Graduates Certificate Presentation to the IOI SP cohorts on 15 March 2016 at Putrajaya Marriott Hotel. It was SP graduates, there were four other award categories presented an auspicious event for 18 graduates who had successfully journeyed for “The Most Outstanding Leader” (Mr Siew Ching Wai); “The through the 2014/2015 leadership programme. The event was graced Most Engaging Leader” (Ms Michelle Leong) and runner-up (Mr by IOI Corporation Berhad Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Dato’ Lee Jason Tan); “The Emerging Leader” (Mr Koh Teck Guan); and Yeow Chor together with the senior management team from Corporate, “Project Presentation, Best Team” awarded to the “Do Less for Property and Plantation divisions. More” by Project Sponsor Mr Kevin Wong. The award winners each received a plaque from Dato’ Lee and IOI Properties The SP Leadership Development Programme was initiated to support Group Berhad Chief Operating Officer Mr Teh Chin Guan for and enable promising and emerging leaders at IOI to move towards their effort. being strategic and innovative while understanding the fundamentals of being a leader. The customised SP leadership programme had been an enabler for their development opportunities and in preparing them to embrace uncertainties and constant change, think more strategically, communicate and inspire across generations, create engaged work teams, and nurture them to be successful in their next career move. Indeed, it had transformed their thinking and expanded their knowledge on what it takes to be an effective leader.

Group Human Resource (HR) Senior Manager Ms Stefanie Lau in her welcome speech thanked the management for embracing people The Best Project Team receiving their award from Dato’ Lee. HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT BERITAIOI 09

Positivity in Facing Challenges

FOUR STEPS TO BEING POSITIVE 1. Awareness Realising how easy it is for the mind to be conditioned via their life experiences. 2. Ability Represents the choices you have and how you choose to react (either proactively or reactive) to a situation. 3. Alignment Establishing S.M.A.R.T. goal-setting for personal and professional improvement. The acronym Participants succeeded in twisting the balloons into various animal shapes! stands for Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Timely.

ompanies are facing harsh realities in the midst of 4. Action Taking steps to realise Ca challenging business environment. They have to your dreams. be equipped with innovative skills to meet the potential challenges ahead. And it all starts with the mindset. The interesting “balloonology” (balloon-twisting) session taught everyone to overcome their fear and believe in themselves. One can go far if equipped with the right skills. Participants Two groups of non-executive level employees attended the “Positive were each given a balloon to challenge themselves away from Mindset” programme conducted by trainer Mr Loke Kok Wah over their comfort zone. Most were initially fearful but eventually separate sessions on 4 and 16 February 2016. Having a positive succeeded in twisting the balloons into various animal shapes. mindset requires a positive outlook in life, hence the highly interactive programme also focused on the participants’ personal growth besides Judging from the participants’ response, the comprehensive examining the participants’ communication skills and work-team programme ignited their passions and dynamic characters to relationships to ensure higher work performance and efficiency. form the next batch of young leaders.

Participants were inspired to move beyond their comfort zone and in the process, discover their hidden potential. They identified the inner fear of change and ways to overcome it. It also addressed the issue of fear in connection to change and how they can overcome the obstacle.

Beginning on an affirmative note with all of them writing something positive for everyone, the training programme enabled the participants to:

• Learn to master the keys to personal success. • Align organisational goals to personal success. • Experience the power of subconscious mind to accelerate success. • Acquire practical techniques for personal leadership. • Acquire practical tools for managing self. Solving creative puzzles trains the mind to adapt to challenges. HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT 10 BERITAIOI Honing Your Creative & Innovative Spark!

n organisation needs to constantly evolve to survive in today’s Aincreasingly competitive landscape. Creativity and innovation are essential to spur the organisation ahead of the pack. Adopting an innovative way of thinking is a significant step towards better work performance.

A “Creativity and Innovation” programme was conducted for two groups on 18 and 23 February 2016 by trainer Mr Soo Hoo Yoon Hunn. The programme was designed to help the participants produce high quality work performance and find new ways in conducting their daily tasks as well as managing their workload or projects. They also picked up some tools that allow them to be more creative in their way of thinking, leading to better solutions.

Among the key lessons were:

• Be creative in developing solutions. Trainer Mr Soo interacting with the participants. • Generate innovative ideas easily. By using the power of imagination and creative thinking, we • Understand and remove barriers to creativity in their office environment. can go further in the way we think, exploring the way our mind works which helps us break through personal boundaries. Creative thinking is measured by our ability to offer solutions to issues and further improve on them.

Participants generating innovative ideas together during the session. Training material to unleash the participants’ creative thinking. PROPERTY BERITAIOI 11 IOIPG ACQUIRES 400-ACRE LAND IN IOI RESORT CITY

n 4 January 2016, IOI Properties Group Berhad (IOIPG) Meanwhile, the second SSA with Tan Sri Dato’ Lee, Puan Sri Hoong Osuccessfully acquired 400 acres of strategic landbank located and IOIPG director Dato’ Lee Yeow Chor to acquire the entire stake within IOI Resort City after minority shareholders gave the nod in Nusa Properties Sdn Bhd for RM319.83 million is to be satisfied during an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) in Putrajaya by RM31.98 million in cash and RM287.84 million in new shares. Marriott Hotel. Following this, IOIPG’s landbank in the mega development will be enlarged to 450 acres from its existing 50 In total, the deal was 74% funded by shares priced at RM2.21, with acres, paving the way for future development and further expansion the cash portion of the deal estimated to amount to RM158 million. in IOI Resort City. The acquisition will see Tan Sri Dato’ Lee’s indirect stake increase to 58.56%, from 51.47% currently. The land purchase was done through acquiring companies which own the tract. Earlier on 20 October 2015, IOIPG entered into a The land, expected to generate an indicative gross development conditional share sale agreement (SSA) with Executive Chairman value of about RM20 billion, will be used for future product offerings Tan Sri Dato’ Lee Shin Cheng and Puan Sri Hoong May Kuan to as well as the development of IOI City Mall’s second phase. acquire the entire stake in Mayang Development Sdn Bhd for RM1.26 billion. The purchase is to be satisfied by RM126.35 million in cash and RM1.14 billion via new share issuances. IOIPG Wins PROPERTY

n 16 March 2016, IOI Properties Group Berhad (IOIPG) was Mr Teh (right) receiving the All-Star Award from Sultan of while Datuk Seri Wong applauds IOIPG’s achievement. Ohonoured at the StarProperty.my Awards 2016 for its signature developments in Klang Valley. Besides affirming IOIPG’s status as one of Malaysia’s top property developers, these achievements recognised the The inaugural award show aimed to recognise organisations company’s effort in creating and adding value to its property projects. that have left a significant impact on the real estate industry with outstanding developments. It attracted more than 50 IOIPG Chief Operating Officer (COO) (Property Development) participants whose entries were judged by a panel comprising Mr Teh Chin Guan and Senior General Manager Ms Lee Yoke Har leaders of various disciplines such as architecture, real estate attended the glittering award presentation ceremony at Saujana Hotel investment trusts, geomancy sciences, landscape architecture, Kuala Lumpur to receive: sustainable building, interior design, real estate-related services, business and real estate journalism. • All-Star Award (Top Ranked Developers of the Year) • The Family–Friendly Award (Best Family-Centric Development): Honours –16 Sierra, Puchong South • The Starter Home Award (Best Affordable Home): Merit – Almyra Residence, Bandar Puteri Bangi • The Cornerstone Award (Best Landed Development): Merit – Sierra 6 @ 16 Sierra, Puchong South

The event, organised by Star Media Group Bhd, was graced by Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah. The Star Media Group Berhad Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Datuk Seri Wong Chun Wai was also present. Ms Lee accepting the award commending 16 Sierra for Best Family-Centric Development. PROPERTY 12 BERITAIOI South Beach Notches Top SG Mark Award

The 280-metre long canopy filters sunlight, solar glare and channels wind breezes onto public spaces, and harvests rainwater. It is also embedded with photovoltaic cells which convert solar energy to electricity for the towers’ external LED lighting at night.

Awed by South Beach’s out-of-the-box design and commitment to sustainability in almost all aspects of the building, Design Business Chamber Singapore (DBCS) President Mr Tai Lee Siang said, “Its unique integration of old and new architectural concepts is both fascinating and refreshing. The conservation effort also demonstrates how old historical heritage can extend its lifespan and receive new meaning and uses. We believe that many of the principles behind this iconic building can be applied to future buildings to improve urban sustainability and overall aesthetic and practical appeal.”

South Beach Club (foreground) is housed in the former NCO Club House, one of the four conserved buildings, backed by the two modern office and hotel towers. The SG Mark was organised by DBCS with the support of DesignSingapore Council to award innovative and exceptional designs that spur the imagination and enhance ingapore’s largest mixed development, South Beach, was awarded day-to-day lives. SPlatinum, the highest accolade for the Singapore Good Design Mark (SG Mark), for its “good sustainability designs both from the masterplan and architecture design aspects”. It was the only Platinum mark given out this year.

Jointly developed by IOI Properties Group Berhad and City Developments Limited, the eco-friendly iconic development combines two high-rise towers sporting modern architectural designs with four restored heritage buildings resulting in a sustainable meeting place. These distinctive components are joined by a ribbon-like canopied public pedestrian zone that is naturally ventilated rather than air-conditioned, among its key environmental green features. RECOGNISING SERVICE EXCELLENCE

Ms Sukhvinder Kaur Virk [Receptionist, Tower Ms Norminaliza Binti Mohamed Azmi [Customer Ms Sitti Fatimah [Project team] proudly accepting 4 of Puchong Financial Corporate Centre Relations Unit (CRU) Bandar Putera Klang] the award from 16 Sierra General Manager (PFCC)] receiving the award from PFCC Building being congratulated by Senior Customer Relations Mr David Choo. Maintenance Manager Mr Leong Chik Hou. Manager Ms Jessica Chan.

leading property developer, IOI Properties Group Berhad effort and success in delivering the “IOI Branded Customer Service A(IOIPG) continues to place high emphasis on maintaining a Experience”. These champions were selected based on the highest strong customer service culture by providing exemplary customer votes for excellent ratings as voted by IOIPG’s customers during the service. Three frontline employees from IOIPG townships were campaign which ran from October to December 2015. recently recognised as IOI Service Champions for their relentless PROPERTY BERITAIOI 13

FIRST INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT at IOI Resort City

Properties Group Berhad (IOIPG) launched Conezion, IOI the first integrated development in IOI Resort City, to encouraging response over the weekend of 26 to 27 March 2016. Hundreds of prospective home buyers visited the IOI Sales Galleria to find out more about the condominium component of this exciting brand new development strategically located in a world-class lifestyle destination (700m from IOI City Mall). The retail and office portions will be launched at a later date.

Lush view of Palm Garden Golf Club.

of IOI City Mall are in the pipelines. The commercial component of Conezion will be wholly-owned and managed by IOIPG whose established track record would be a significant factor in attracting major anchor tenants.

Another important feature which appealed to most customers was the provision of individual car parks for the residential (two car park bays per unit) and commercial components, with separate ingress and egress for better vehicular traffic control and overall RECOGNISING SERVICE EXCELLENCE security.

Two residential blocks comprising over 663 units were available for In terms of accessibility, Conezion is well-served by major sale, with a choice of three flexible layouts of two- or three-bedrooms highways such as SILK, LDP, MEX, SKVE, North-South Expressway and built-up size ranging between 780 and 1,278 sq ft. Customers and Besraya. The entire Conezion development (residential and were impressed with the practical and well-designed layouts that commercial) is expected to be completed by end of 2018. feature higher ceiling and large glass panels which create a sense of spaciousness, even in the smallest unit. Available views vary from golf course, the mall or UNITEN (a local university).

Residents would be able to indulge in lifestyle facilities such as swimming pool, wading pool, gymnasium, learning lab, mini theatrette and chill-out deck complete with round-the-clock security to ensure peace of mind.

In addition, Conezion’s starting selling price of RM530 psf was also a major crowd-puller as IOI Resort City commands a high potential for future growth. Several upcoming prestigious projects such as Phase II Prospective home buyers enquiring about Conezion at IOI Sales Galleria during the launch. PROPERTY 14 BERITAIOI

There were other exciting activities for all ages such as sand art, lucky draws, cycling accessories booth and the “Go Green Exhibition” by Rafflesia International and Private Schools. In addition, participants were encouraged to bring along recyclable items such as old newspapers, plastic items and aluminium cans which were donated to Tzu Chi Foundation.

Overall, the IOI Eco Fun Ride ended happily with the participants receiving medals and goodie bags upon crossing the finishing line. Everyone went home with awareness on the need to “go green” and care for our environment while leading a healthy lifestyle!

n 17 January 2016, the IOI Eco Fun Ride saw 1,000 cyclists Oshowing up early morning at the 16 Sierra township in Puchong South for the community event. The cyclists, some with families in tow, got to know the township better as well as the lifestyle living among 16 themed gardens complete with clubhouse facilities.

This fun ride, the second edition since it began in 2014, tied in with IOI Properties Group Berhad’s (IOIPG) corporate responsibility aim in fostering closer ties with the surrounding communities and promotes healthy living. IOIPG Chief Operating Officer (Property Development) Mr Teh Chin Guan flagged off the event together with 16 Sierra General Manager Mr David Choo.

The cyclists were divided into two categories, Family Fun Ride (6KM) and Fun Ride (30KM), and rode around 16 Sierra all the way to IOI City Mall before making the way back to the township. WELCOMING YEAR OF MONKEY!

arious IOI Sales Gallerias across IOI Properties Group VBerhad's townships in IOI Resort City, 16 Sierra, Bandar Puteri Puchong and Bandar Puteri Bangi welcomed Chinese New Year with residents, customers and business associates.

Hundreds thronged the respective IOI Sales Gallerias which opened their doors to exciting activities such as lion dance, IOI face-mask changing performance, traditional Chinese musical Resort performance, dough-doll making, calligraphy and fortune City paper-cutting. They were also greeted by the fabled Prosperity Monkey King and God of Fortune, and everyone enjoyed the festive spread of food and fun!

16 Sierra Bangi Puchong PROPERTY BERITAIOI 15

Bandar Puteri Puchong Celebrates th Anniversary

15 th he growth of Puchong is synonymous with IOI Properties Group The community turned up for the “15 Anniversary Fun TBerhad, which celebrated 15 years of the Bandar Puteri Puchong Carnival” and enjoyed wholesome activities such as archery, township’s vibrancy at IOI Galleria on 27 and 28 February 2016. Giant Monopoly, Giant Jenga, Twister and outdoor ATV rides. The residents sportingly participated in the “IOI Book of Records” to award the tallest man and women in Bandar Puteri Puchong, winners of Peanut Peeling and Basketball Challenges, and many more!

Jubilant team from Tempua Residents’ Association with winning mock cheques for Giant Monopoly and Lucky Draw. WELCOMING YEAR Musical Extravaganza Marks OF MONKEY! Bougain Villa Launch 8,929 sq ft up to 18,858 sq ft, and built-up area ranging from 5,708 sq ft (Type A) to 5,494 sq ft (Type B). The guests were further delighted by the panoramic views of lush green fairways and all the essentials for luxury living next to nature.

Along with large living and dining areas, there is plenty of room to unleash creativity and fashion the home according to IOI Resort Properties Group Berhad (IOIPG) launched the Bougain one’s personal wants and needs. Some interested home buyers City IOI Villa luxurious bungalows and invited its customers to commented that Bougain Villa is ideal for multi-generational a musical extravaganza themed “When East Meets West 2016” at families due to its generous space and well-planned designs for the IOI Palm Villa Golf & Country Resort in Bandar Putra Kulai, Johor exclusivity and privacy. on 10 January 2016. Thanks to the positive response, several units of Bougain Villa The event was headlined by Ms Helga Sedli, an international violinist were taken up during the launch. A showcase of homes and from Hungary who wowed the guests with her repertoire of jazz, musical sensations definitely brought a pleasing note to the ears! folk and electric music. Completing the event’s musical lineup were Chinese pipa artiste Ms Jessica Yanan Ju, Super Star runner-up Ms Elle Sooi, local percussionist Ms Peixia and Nature’s Art Angklungman En Mohammad Firdaus. This eclectic mix of artistes resulted in dazzling fusion music wafting through the serene golf-view bungalows.

During the event, guests also took the opportunity to preview the Bougain Villa show unit. With spacious and flexible layouts for luxurious family living, Bougain Villa offers five bedrooms in double-

storey bungalows that come in two designs with land areas from A harmonious blend of fusion music “when East meets West”. OLEOCHEMICALS 16 BERITAIOI IOI Pan-Cen Receives ISO Certification

accepted framework for managing energy, providing technical and management strategies for organisations to increase energy efficiency, reduce costs, and improve environmental performance.

Energy management is now in the global spotlight due to the pressing need to save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions worldwide. Energy-saving technologies and facilities are only part of the methodology to improve energy efficiency. A more sensible and systematic approach to improve an organisation’s energy performance is to establish and implement a standardised, process-based energy management structure.

IOI Pan-Cen benefits from the ISO 50001 EnMS through:

1. Efficient use of energy source. 2. Reduced energy consumption. 3. Reduced GHG emissions. n 15 January 2016, IOI Pan-Century (IOI Pan-Cen) became 4. Cost-saving. Othe first refinery and oleochemical company in Malaysia to be 5. Enhance competitiveness and company’s image. certified “ISO 50001” by SIRIM. The certification was awarded to IOI 6. Adherence to legal requirements. Pan-Century Edible Oils Sdn Bhd and IOI Pan-Century Oleochemicals 7. Conservation of natural resources. Sdn Bhd. As a sustainable energy consumer, IOI Pan-Cen has also joined Over the years, IOI Pan-Century has relentlessly driven green forces with United Nations Industrial Development Organisation initiatives in addition to the recent implementation of the ISO 50001 (UNIDO) over the years in its bid to further reduce energy Energy Management System (EnMS). The latter is a globally consumption. Business Visit to Bangladesh

rom 12 to 18 February 2016, IOI Pan-Century Oleochemicals Sdn Bhd F(IOI Pan-Cen) visited several loyal customers in Bangladesh to fortify long-term business relationship. IOI Pan-Cen holds close to 50% market share of soap noodles exported from Malaysia to Bangladesh. Mousumi Industries They covered discussions on current orders, technical matters on customised soap noodles and potential expansion of business. The team also visited potential customers including Square Toiletries, Godrej Household Products, Pran-RFL Group, Rohit Surfactants, Advance Chemicals Industries and Millat Chemicals. Overall, the team received positive feedback on current and future business cooperation.

Kohinoor Chemical

IOI Pan-Cen Chief Operating Officer Mr Gurdev Singh and Marketing Executive Mr Dev Vijayan, accompanied by The Trade International (agent) Mr K.S. Hasan, were welcomed by customers such as Kohinoor Chemical, Mousumi Industries, Keya Cosmetics, Calista Consumer & Food Products Ltd, some of whom IOI Pan-Cen were visiting for the first time since 2011. Keya Cosmetics OLEOCHEMICALS BERITAIOI 17 WELCOMING WIPRO FROM INDIA

fter a span of three years, IOI Pan-Century Oleochemicals ASdn Bhd (IOI Pan-Cen) once again hosted information technology giant Wipro Limited (India) who returned for a visit on 11 March 2016. The team comprised Technical Head Mr Vikas Dixit, Commodities Group Manager Ms Shobha Ramesh, Production Consultant Mr Satish Tokhi and Wipro-Unza Vietnam Manager Mr Sharad Kumar Saxena.

They were given a brief company presentation followed by a tour to Fatty Acid and Soap Noodle plants led by IOI Pan-Cen Chief Operating Officer Mr Gurdev Singh, Mr Chin Peng Boon (Marketing), Mr Yusop Hj Mohamed (Soap Noodle Production) and Mr Mohammed Kasman (Quality Control).

In winding up the meeting, Wipro expressed their appreciation for the kind hospitality rendered during their visit and assured that they will give IOI Pan-Cen their full support through close collaboration and finding better ways to maximise the existing business. Mr Gurdev Singh (back row, right) together with IOI Pan-Cen representatives and Wipro guests. IOI Pan-Cen Kickstarts Climate Change Awareness

Awareness campaign launch is well received by employees and visitors.

Pan-Century Oleochemicals Sdn Bhd (IOI Pan-Cen) IOI joined millions around the world on 19 March 2016 to observe Earth Hour. A symbolic ceremony was held at the Physical Refining Plant at 8:30pm as employees headed to the Splitter on 11th floor to observe an hour in darkness whereby all non-essential lights in the premises were switched off.

Prior to the event, IOI Pan-Cen held a simple ceremony on 19 March 2016 to launch an awareness campaign on climate change to educate Observing Earth Hour at IOI Pan-Cen premises. its employees, who were also encouraged to minimise electricity consumption during lunch time or when they step out of office, as well as the general public.

Several World Wildlife Fund (WWF)/Earth Hour banners available in four languages were displayed at two Main Entrances and the Pipe Gantry. The company’s intranet portal, notice boards and all desktop computers’ wallpapers also adopted similar messages as reminders of our roles in caring for the environment. In addition, informative mini leaflets were distributed to visitors, lorry/tanker drivers, suppliers and IOI Pan-Cen Chief Operating Officer Mr Gurdev Singh handing out the customers. Earth Hour leaflet to a driver. OLEOCHEMICALS 18 BERITAIOI IOI Oleo Clocks in Earth Hour & Beyond

BEFORE AFTER n line with IOI Group’s commitment to Earth Hour, IOI IOleochemical Industries Berhad (IOI Oleo) launched its own eco campaign apart from observing the one- hour non-essential lights shutdown at its premises. IOI Oleo Executive Director Mr Tan Kean Hua launched the eco-campaign on 15 March 2016, which consisted of green initiatives such as:

Main entrance • “Eat in/No driving out for lunch day” where employees were encouraged to have lunch in office as a symbolic gesture to reduce carbon emissions from vehicles. • “No plastic bag day” was introduced to reduce plastic consumption (especially for take-away food in the cafeteria) several days before Earth Hour. This Scenic overview has led to every Friday being declared the same!

IOI Oleo’s commitment to caring for the environment extends beyond Earth Hour. The company employs green technology in some operating areas for greater efficiency, leading to lower carbon emissions and cost savings. Premises Safety First in Fire Drill

ire is one of the major disasters in manufacturing facilities. FHence, fire drills are a vital part of our workplace safety that help ensure employees exit the building in a timely manner and know their teams’ designated meeting area.

Facilities with well-prepared employees and well-developed preparedness plans are likely to incur less structural damage and fewer or less severe employee injuries. Preparation is the key to any effective emergency response.

Fire drill in action.

Performing the Rescue and First Aid exercise.

In line with this, IOI Pan-Century Oleochemicals Sdn Bhd (IOI Pan-Cen) conducted the annual Fire Drill at Fractionation 2 (Fatty Acid Plant) on 28 February 2016 to equip its employees and contractors with the necessary skills and knowledge in handling a fire emergency. A total of 272 persons from IOI Pan-Cen and various contractors were involved in the 45-minute exercise, which was observed by safety personnel from IOI Loders Croklaan Asia. OLEOCHEMICALS BERITAIOI 19 Health Awareness

Campaign 4 February 2016: Keeping a Healthy Lifestyle mployees’ health and well-being are paramount to running Ean organisation efficiently with minimal interruptions to the workforce’s productivity. A happy employee is a productive employee!

With that in mind, IOI Oleochemical Industries Berhad’s Community Service team organised three health talks in early 2016 for the employees’ benefit and knowledge. The participants found the Q&A session particularly helpful, as the respective doctors answered their queries and clarified some of their doubts on health matters. Backache can be caused by many reasons such as incorrect posture, heavy lifting or strenuous tasks which strain our back. Dr Gnanasegarean Xavier taught the participants to use the “Cat Exercise” to strengthen their back and alleviate backache. 8 January 2016: Breast Cancer and Oncoplastic Surgery 8 March 2016: Colon Cancer

Breast cancer affects not only the female population, but males are also at risk of being diagnosed with it. The talk by Dr Teoh Mei Shi raised awareness on breast cancer and its early symptoms. The Breast, Endocrine & General Surgeon from Loh Guan Lye Specialists Centre, Penang also shared the steps on Colorectal cancer is a common cancer in Malaysia, although many are not aware prevention and early detection of breast cancer. of it. Dato’ Dr T Aloysius Raj from Penang Adventist Hospital discussed and shared an overview of colon cancer, its symptoms and causes, diagnosis and subsequent treatment available. Technical Training in HANDLING ICE

orkplace safety means equipping employees with the right Wknowledge in dealing with complex machines. On 18 and 19 February 2016, a total of 15 participants attended the “Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) for Technicians, Operations & Engine Drivers” training. The objective of this training was to increase the participants’ confidence to operate and supervise a power plant.

Facilitator Mr L. R. Canaraj from Reep Group Sdn Bhd explained the important components used in an internal combustion engine and gas turbine, as well as the principles of operating and maintaining the ICE plant. At the end of this training, participants were able to better understand the concept of internal combustion and the materials used in power plant. They were also provided with proper guidelines and procedures in maintaining the equipment. EDIBLE OILS 20 BERITAIOI for IOILC Earth Week 2016

s an extension of the global Earth Hour, IOI Loders Croklaan (IOILC) Europe Adedicated the week of 22 to 25 March 2016 to reduce its carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. During Earth Week, several activities revolving around the theme of “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” actively involved employees to spread awareness on what we can all do to contribute to a better environment.

The Earth Week activities were successful with active participation from many employees. IOILC aims to make these eco- friendly activities permanent, delivering a Saturday March 19 Monday March 21 continued contribution to the reduction 20:30-21:30 of CO2 emissions. Warm Sweater Day Earth Hour: lights off

Lights were switched off during Earth Hour On “Warm Sweater Day”, employees brought warm from 8:30 to 9:30pm. clothing to office as the heating was turned a few degrees lower to save gas.

Tuesday March 22 All week Vegetarian All week fill your mug Lunch bike for a tree

As the production of meat is one of the largest contributors to CO2 emissions, this day was 2 Cars are also responsible for a lot of CO emissions. The production and use of plastic cause dedicated to the reduction of meat consumption. Hence, employees are encouraged to ride bicycles to environmental pollution. To reduce plastic The company’s restaurant went “meatless” to office. During this week, the company donated 0.50, consumption, the coffee machines did not dispense encourage “Vegetarian Lunch” day and even which goes into buying trees for IOILC’s premises, for plastic cups during the entire week. Employees served tasty seaweed-burger. each kilometre that was cycled to and from the office. brought their own IOILC 2025 mugs instead. IOILC MOVES for MS

On 22 March 2016, IOILC Chief Operating Officer Dr Loek Favre handed over the cheque to the foundation’s representatives. Employees have pledged to continue moving Dr Loek Favre (second from right) presenting the mock cheque to Move for MS to raise more money for this noble cause foundation representatives (from left) Mr Fred Gebhart and Mr Marcel Koeleman. and are aiming to beat the 2015’s total amount. Loders Croklaan (IOILC) Europe continues to support MS is a disease that targets the the battle against multiple sclerosis (MS) as it successfully IOI central nervous system. Patients raised 2,844 for the Move for MS foundation. The company makes a can be affected by a number donation to the foundation for every kilometre that employees “move” of different systems, including during sporting events such as running, cycling and skating. All the blindness, muscle weakness and money goes to fund MS research, which is working on a cure and better problems with coordination. treatment of the disease. EDIBLE OILS BERITAIOI 21 New Line of Brochures

ith the introduction of a segment-oriented business structure in WEurope, IOI Loders Croklaan’s (IOILC) marketing materials are receiving a makeover to reflect the change. The new segment brochures for confectionery, bakery and animal nutrition are now available, while the brochures for savoury, dairy and candles are in the final stages of development. Specific application sheets are also produced for technical audiences.

All the materials can be found at www.ioiloders.com. IOILC Asia Hits 10K MT Delivery Target

Loders Croklaan (IOILC) Asia has achieved the company’s goal in IOI delivering 10,000 MT of specialty oils and fats for each of the first two months of this calendar year. Mr Michael van Sallandt (left) presenting meal vouchers to General Manager of Commercial & Logistics Mr Sander Fredriks, as a token of appreciation for IOILC Asia Chief Operating Officer Mr Michael van Sallandt credited his team for this employees’ hard work and contribution. milestone achievement, whom were rewarded with a celebration party on 23 February 2016.

He said, “Our team has continuously demonstrated exceptional service and excellent quality to customers. We have achieved the targets set at the beginning of the year, which is important for achieving our long-term goals in IOILC Asia. Going forward, we expect to see positive developments. This ensures IOILC Asia continue to stand out from the competition and sustain premium perceptions in the market.”

New ISO Tank Loading Facility

n 3 March 2016, IOI Loders Croklaan (IOILC) Asia unveiled its newly- Obuilt ISO tank loading facility. This new facility enhancement marked the culmination of a team effort and enabled IOILC to continue serving its clients and their rapidly expanding businesses.

“Quality and (food) safety for our customers is always our top priority. We recognise that it is important to operate and maintain a safe, clean and organised production environment. We ensure the highest level of service is consistently delivered to our customers,” said IOILC Asia Chief Operating Officer Mr Michael van Sallandt. The new facility is currently dedicated to Betapol® which mimics the unique fat composition and structure of human milk used by infant formula producers. It is completed with custody transfer mass flowmeter, food grade bag filter, inline nitrogen sparging and two-stage filling valve to perform accurate loading into ISO tank.

Mr Michael van Sallandt officiated the ribbon-cutting ceremony with Assistant General Manager of Production Mr Chan Chong Cher, Assistant General Manager of Project Mr Eng Aik Chew, Assistant Manager of Project Mr Lee Yuan Chiang and Pump House Executive Mr Rezaki Ahmad. Mr Michael van Sallandt (middle) officiating the unveiling of the new loading facility. EDIBLE OILS 22 BERITAIOI IOILC Shines the Spotlight on Earth Week

Loders Croklaan (IOILC) Asia kicked off its Earth Week, The cumulative effect of everything that people do on a daily IOI which ran from 18 to 25 March 2016, with a tree-planting basis can go a long way toward helping our environment. As activity at the company’s premises. This was followed by a week-long such, the Earth Week event gave IOILC Asia’s employees a series of awareness campaign to raise awareness about environmental chance to reduce waste and eliminate clutter at workplace, issues and sustainability. home and the community.

Sustainability practices can be achieved via three R’s – reduce, reuse and recycle. Some of the green initiatives implemented were recycling, going paperless, saving energy, and using own mug at work.

“Our goal throughout the Earth Week celebration is to raise awareness about environmental issues,” said IOILC Asia Chief Operating Officer Mr Michael van Sallandt. “In addition to raising awareness, we also want our people to take action. Individual behaviour can add up to a large environmental impact. Turning off the lights in common areas or utilising the sleep mode on your computer also go toward sustainability and energy conservation,” he added. SUCCESSFUL OUTING at FIC 2016

fats, filling fats and bakery fats. Moreover, they were interested to learn about the company’s capabilities in oils and fats innovation, and expertise in applications.

“As consumers seek low or no-trans food products, and manufacturers exploring authentic taste profiles, IOILC Loders Croklaan (IOILC) Asia participated in the Food continues to innovate without taste limitations,” said General Ingredients China (FIC) 2016 exhibition from 23 to IOI Manager of Commercial & Logistics Mr Sander Fredriks. “We 25 March 2016 to raise the industry’s interest and awareness on IOILC’s provide excellent and high quality oils and fats products that new plant in Xiamen, due to open in late 2016. can help achieve the perfect harmony and balance among formulation, taste and experience to Chinese customers.” IOILC Asia returned to this exhibition in National Exhibition and Convention Centre in Shanghai with a new image after six years. FIC was a great platform to showcase the company’s products and expertise in specialty fats, to deliver ideas and to build brand awareness in China’s food industry.

During the three-day exhibition, IOILC Asia’s booth was visited by established and potential customers, distributors and representatives from companies in chocolate confectionery, bakery and other food

categories. Visitors were impressed by its display products like coating Participating in FIC exhibition was a great opportunity to build closer business relationship with customers. IOI MALL BERITAIOI 23 Blossoming Wishes

City Mall ushered in Chinese New Year (CNY) with a revolving wishing tree which signified IOI the warmth of giving and receiving blessings of health, wealth and prosperity. Themed “Blessing in Blooms”, the magnificent 30-feet tree stood tall in Centre Court, adorned with hanging coloured ribbons and vivid lanterns – an excellent backdrop for shoppers to snap happy memories with their family and friends.

Besides being rewarded for shopping in the mall, the shoppers also enjoyed festive activities such as lion dance, Chinese traditional dance, acrobatic show, diobolo performances and majestic drums which took place from 15 January to 14 February 2016.

Mr Cheah (in grey suit) and Mr Chris Chong sharing the festive joy with the underprivileged senior citizens.

The guests were treated to an exciting drum performance and Additionally, 21 senior citizens from The Klang & Coast Chik Sin traditional dance show before adjourning to a scrumptious Thong Old Folks Home Selangor and Persatuan Rumah Kebajikan reunion dinner which included the tossing of yee sang. Each Ebenezer were invited to join in the CNY celebration. Also present guest also received a complimentary grooming session and eye- were IOI Properties Group Berhad Chief Operating Officer (Property check test with lenses prescription. They also received goodie Investment) Mr Cheah Wing Choong and IOI City Mall Complex bags, capping off a memorable CNY outing! General Manager Mr Chris Chong.

A senior citizen sitting through the grooming session at a hair salon. Tossing yee sang for good health and better year ahead. IOI MALL 24 BERITAIOI IOIIOI CITYCITY MALLMALL

“Off we go!”

Participants joining the warm-up exercise prior to flag off.

City Mall flagged off its first everIOI City Mall Run 2016 on 27 March IOI 2016. More than 600 runners set off on the scenic 6.4KM trail, exploring the nature and architecture within IOI Resort City, a mammoth integrated development that includes world-class hotels, golf course, office towers and residences.

“At IOI, we place an emphasis in creating a physical presence in the local community. As such, we constantly drive activities that gather people because we believe that a greater sense of community leads to a sustainable social well-being,” said IOI City Mall Complex General Manager Mr Chris Chong.

Winners of Women’s Open Category.

The healthy lifestyle event was well received, with Women’s Open Category Champion Ms Sheela Samivellu charmed by the beauty of IOI Resort City as she comments, “Running is a great way to discover a new place because it allows you to explore the unexplored paths.” Echoing her sentiments, Men’s Open Category Champion Mr Ahmad Luth Bin Hamizan too enjoyed the run as he found it challenging.

Winners received cash prizes and vouchers, while other lucky participants walked away with lucky draw prized as everyone

Mr Chris Chong (left) with the winners of Men’s Open Category. enjoyed a fun, healthy event! Q IOI MALL BERITAIOI 25

CNY Celebrations

Old Master Q and friends greeting everyone at IOI Mall Puchong.

Forty underprivileged families joined in the festivity as part of the mall’s corporate responsibility initiative. Besides enjoying dinner and mascots performances, they also received angpow and mandarin oranges.

(From left) Lao Fu Zi Media Sdn Bhd Director Mr Wong Kim Chun, Mr Cheah and IOI Mall Puchong Acting Complex Manager Mr Leong Chik Hou wishing everyone a prosperous year ahead!

Mall Puchong and IOI Mall Kulai celebrated Chinese IOI New Year with a mischievous twist as they hosted Old Master Q and his friend Big Potato from the popular “Lao Fu Zi” comic.

From 15 January till 22 February 2016, IOI Mall Puchong showcased the comic’s 50-year journey at the “Old Master Q’s 50th Anniversary Exhibition”. Visitors walked through the evolution of the comic series through newspapers, posters, sketches and a big wall of comic strips. A collection of rare images and hand-drawn illustrations were Mr Cheah handing out goodie bags to the invited families. also displayed, in addition to life-size caricatures of the celebrated characters. Over in Johor, IOI Mall Kulai too launched a series of CNY activities to coincide with the arrival of Old Master Q. There Complimenting the mall’s different approach towards its CNY décor, was a feng shui master’s talk, calligraphy demonstration and IOI Properties Group Berhad Chief Operating Officer (Property dance performances by the two main character mascots. Investment) Mr Cheah Wing Choong said, “Old Master Q is unique, and everybody enjoy reading the comic series including myself. This exhibition is the first of its kind in IOI Mall Puchong and Malaysia.”

Mascots and dancers entertaining the crowd at IOI Mall Kulai.

Unique exhibition on a beloved character known to many. “Lau Fu Zi” first appeared in Hong Kong newspapers back in 1962, featuring stories of Old Master Q, Big Potato and their friends in a wide range of humorous social scenarios. IOI MALL 26 BERITAIOI Prosperity Lions Vie for International Title

n conjunction with Chinese New Year, IOI Mall Kulai jointly Iorganised the “IOI Mall 7th International Lion Dance Competition” with Persatuan Kebudayaan Siang Hock Kong Malaysia and Persatuan Keturunan Yee Kulai, Johor. The event held on 9 and 10 January 2016 was aimed at promoting Chinese cultural heritage and encouraging the public to take up lion dance as a part of their active lifestyle.

Champion troupe from Muar Guan Sheng Temple, Dragon and Lion Dance received their prize from VIP guest, Johor Executive Councillor (Tourism, Domestic Trade and Consumerism) Datuk Tee Siew Kiong (back row, second from left).

Twelve troupes from Malaysia, Singapore, the People’s Republic of China, Macau, Taiwan and Vietnam were each given 10 minutes to wow the judges with their acrobatic skills on the stilts. Shoppers were amazed with the high level of lion dance performance by the professional troupes. Awareness Campaign at IOI Mall Kulai Celebrating a Prosperous Year Ahead Impressive animals made from recycled items such as newspapers, plastic bottles and steel bands.

Along with the “60+” iron sculpture on display, there were awareness articles and videos on Earth Hour for everyone’s knowledge on climate change. There were also three endangered animals (tiger, Asian elephant and crocodile) made from recycled items by students, thanks to the mall’s collaboration with Oliven School.

Mall Kulai celebrated the annual Earth Hour A team from WWF also set up IOI on 19 March 2016, together with the rest of booth to educate the public IOI Group’s entities and millions of people around the world. on various environmental Other than the obligatory one-hour switch off, the mall took concerns and raise funds for the opportunity to increase public awareness on World Wildlife its ongoing projects. Fund (WWF) through an exhibition at its main entrance. HOTEL BERITAIOI 27 Festive Chinese New Year Luncheon

n the eighth day of Chinese New Year, Putrajaya Marriott OHotel and Palm Garden Hotel held a festive luncheon for senior citizens from Rumah Caring, Kajang and The Little Sisters of the Poor, Cheras, joined by clients from the government and private sectors.

The “Mon-Key to Happiness” celebration on 15 February 2016 got off to a roaring start with lions prancing in Putrajaya Marriott Hotel's main lobby to sprinkle cheery blessings to all. After the hotel’s Director of Operations Mr Henry Chong warmly greeted everyone, the guests participated in the “Grand Yee Sang Toss” with loud wishes for good health and prosperity. The guests were treated to a sumptuous spread of Chinese delicacies, lucky draws and enjoyed stage performances by the hotels’ associates, Guests and hotel associates in particular the poco-poco dance which got everyone tapping along enjoying the to the infectious beats! Towards the end, Putrajaya Marriott Hotel’s poco-poco dance, General Manager Mr Simon Yong greeted the senior citizens at every a popular line dance originating table and presented gifts and angpow packets. It was a wonderful from Indonesia. gesture from both hotels for a memorable CNY celebration.

Celebrating a Prosperous Year Ahead Lion “monkeying” around to usher in the Year of Monkey!

Four Points by Sheraton Puchong General Manger Mr Kumar Renoo holding the prosperity platter, flanked by the hotel’s management team and associates.

n 18 February 2016, Four Points by Sheraton Puchong’s guests and Oassociates welcomed the Year of Monkey with an acrobatic lion dance performance and firecrackers display in conjunction with Chinese New Year. Performing leaps and jumps that drew gasps and awe from the audience, the “lions” ended the performance with blessings to the crowd. Over at The Eatery, the hotel associates tossed for a prosperous year ahead with 10-feet long yee sang. HOTEL 28 BERITAIOI HOTELS UNITE FOR EARTH HOUR 2016

utrajaya Marriott Hotel and Palm PGarden Hotel stood united for action against climate change as they celebrated Earth Hour on 19 March 2016 with their own theme, “This Earth Hour, Shine a Light on Climate Change”.

Other activities included a “60+ Earth Hour” mammoth logo Enjoying the performances at Putrajaya Marriott Hotel. formation using candles followed by an official Earth Hour video which was played once the lights went out. Guests turned At the stroke of 8:30pm, both hotels went dark for an hour. All non- the glow sticks given by hotel associates into cool accessories, essential lights including signages, billboards, main lobby, foyer, making the green event even merrier. The evening ended with restaurants and back corridors were switched off. Hotel guests also a dance performance by students from Management & Science took the opportunity to pen their feedback and wishes to Mother University (MSU), Shah Alam. Nature at a designated dedication board.

Before

Palm Garden Hotel's lobby. After Earth Hour dedication board filled out by the guests. HOTEL BERITAIOI 29

TEESPGGC OFF to PARGOLF 3 AWARDS

alm Garden Golf Club (PGGC) was voted one of the top three The prestigious ParGolf People’s Choice Awards were accorded in Pgolf clubs in the “Best Corporate Tournament Venue”, “Best recognition of excellence and achievements in the Malaysian golf Greens” and “Best Overall Golf Experience” categories by the course industry and served to spur golf clubs on a path to further public in an online poll conducted from January to March 2016 on improvement as well as to enhance the overall standard of the golf www.pargolfmagazine.com. industry in Malaysia.

PGGC General Manager Mr Brandon Chin (left pix, middle) was present to receive the awards from Srixon Sports Asia and Cleveland Golf at the awards presentation ceremony at the Carlsberg Brewery in Shah Alam on 30 March 2016.

New Hospitality Buggy Arrives at PGGC

IOI Properties Group Berhad (IOIPG) Chief Executive Officer Mr Lee Yeow Seng and PGGC General Manager Mr Brandon Chin were present to receive the specially-made bright red buggy from Sharp-Roxy & Service Company (M) Sdn Bhd (SRSSC) on 2 March 2016. This partnership was made possible as SRSSC adopts golf as its preferred branding platform.

The cart will serve as a mobile halfway hut to cater to the golfers’ F&B needs during their round at PGGC. It has three insulated bins for canned drinks, ice storage and fruit display, and is also equipped with pastry showcase and snack bar complete with shelves, hot flask compartment and fruit hanger. Mr Lee in the driving seat with SRSSC Managing Director Mr Takaya Wakasumi as Mr Brandon Chin looks on (second from right). The introduction of “Hospitality Buggy” will definitely make the olfers in Palm Garden Golf Club (PGGC) can now enjoy a PGGC golfers’ playing experience more enjoyable! Grefreshing drink or grab a yummy snack off the newly-unveiled “Hospitality Buggy” in the middle of their play! FOUNDATION 30 BERITAIOI

Gives RM360,000 to 403 Students

Group’s foundation, Yayasan Tan Sri Lee Shin Cheng IOI (Yayasan TSLSC) has awarded RM360,000 to 403 needy students from 29 primary and secondary schools in Peninsular Malaysia and Sabah under its Student Adoption Programme (SAP) 2016.

Yayasan TSLSC Executive Director Datin Joanne Wong and her team visited 13 of the schools in the Klang Valley and Bahau, and met with the respective school principals, headmasters and assistant principals of student affairs. Under the SAP, primary students will each receive RM800 while secondary students will receive RM1,000 per annum until he or she completes their primary and secondary education. This financial aid is directly paid towards the needs and expenses of the

student, giving priority to food, transportation, tuition and lessons in Datin Joanne (left) distributing school bags to adopted students at English and ICT. SRJK (T) Ladang Bahau, as the school’s headmaster Mr M. Thiyagu looks on (in tie).

Since the introduction of this initiative in 2008, Yayasan TSLSC has assisted over 900 students from 204 schools in Malaysia. By easing the financial burden of these lower income families, their children are able to access good basic education, maintain good grades and excel in English and ICT.

IOI Group, being the sole funder of Yayasan TSLSC, remains committed to educational assistance as its main objective. “Developing human capital, in supporting the advancement of industries in Malaysia, entails equal access to education. We hope to equip and motivate these students towards the path of A fruitful visit by Datin Joanne (third from right) and team to SK Pusat excellence,” said Datin Joanne. Bandar Puchong (1), welcomed by headmaster En Mohd Anuar Yahya and adopted students. IOI Supports Social Enterprises

Persatuan Daybreak is a home cum social enterprise in central Ipoh where the disabled are provided vocational skills training to make handicrafts and socks for sale. These disabled trainees are then successfully placed into permanent jobs in various industries.

“This is one example where we have found the products made by the disabled to be suitable, as we procure items for our foundation’s activities. Companies are able to use their purchasing power to make a difference with various social enterprises who are ready to do business,” said Datin Joanne.

She added, “Social enterprises are businesses that trade for social and environmental purposes, reinvesting their profits into their social mission. When businesses aspire to buy from social enterprises, Datin Joanne (right) handing over the cheque to Puan Sri Sandra to support Persatuan Daybreak, a social enterprise for the disabled. The tote bags were the acknowledgement from having considered social value in their distributed to IOI employees. supply chain is immense. Buying from social enterprises helps improve the lives and communities of those around them. At some Group’s foundation, Yayasan Tan Sri Lee Shin Cheng stage of your organisation’s procurement, there is likely to be a IOI (Yayasan TSLSC) has pledged RM80,000 to purchase social enterprise that supplies it.” tote bags and socks from Persatuan Daybreak, a home for the disabled in Perak. This social initiative further encouraged Yayasan TSLSC Let’s support their cause and start buying from social enterprises Executive Director Datin Joanne Wong and Persatuan Daybreak today. For more information on social enterprises, please visit: Executive Chairperson Puan Sri Sandra Lee to exchange ideas on www.socialenterprise.my and www.hati.my. social entrepreneurship.