KUALA LUMPUR, August 22 – UMW Holdings Berhad, a leading conglomerate in Malaysia, has been honored for its outstanding commitment to sustainability at the esteemed Sustainability & CSR Malaysia Awards 2023. The event, organized by ‘CSR Malaysia’ under the auspices of Pertubuhan Amal Tanggungjawab Kemapanan dan Korporat Malaysia, marks the 8th edition of the awards ceremony and is supported by the Ministry of Women, Family & Community Development, with the gracious presence of YB Dato’ Sri Hajah Nancy Shukri, Minister for Women, Family & Community Development.
UMW Holdings Berhad received the prestigious Company of the Year award for Overall Excellence in Sustainability Stewardship under the Multi-Industry Company category. This recognition celebrates UMW’s outstanding efforts and initiatives that have significantly contributed to promoting and implementing sustainable practices and environmental responsibility. In a notable achievement, UMW Holdings Berhad President and Group CEO, Dato’ Ahmad Fuaad Kenali, was selected as the first recipient of the Personality of The Year – ESG Champion Award.
Dato’ Ahmad Fuaad Kenali expressed his gratitude, stating, “We are humbled by these recognitions as they testify to our unwavering efforts to integrate sustainability into our business strategies and operations. This aligns with the growing importance of conscious consumerism and the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework. Non-financial factors, including environmental impact and social responsibility towards staff, customers, and communities, are now critical indicators of business credibility and sustainability.”
“To foster even more sustainable efforts, UMW is accelerating the implementation of the Group’s Sustainability Roadmap as part of our CREST@UMW strategic transformation framework. The roadmap outlines our commitment and action plans towards achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 while emphasizing our dedication to creating a positive social impact,” he added. UMW has continuously championed sustainability across its operations. From adopting energy-efficient practices to introducing eco-friendly products, the Group remains at the forefront of sustainable innovation.
Additionally, UMW has actively engaged with local communities, supporting initiatives that promote environmental protection and social responsibility, such as the UMW Green Shoots Initiative, aimed at planting 300,000 mangrove trees by the end of 2023. Moving forward, UMW remains steadfast in its dedication to creating innovative and impactful solutions that promote sustainability and drive positive change. The Group is committed to building upon its achievements and collaborating with like-minded partners to address pressing environmental challenges of our time.
