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MDBC SUSTAINABILITY AWARDS 2014 (MSA’14)<br />
Shortlisted companies in the MSA14 Innovation Pioneer Segment, from left MaxGrip, &samhoud, Shell Malaysia, Mega Fortris Malaysia, ISC<br />
Innovators <strong>and</strong> Besi APac, together with Netherl<strong>and</strong>s Ambassador Harry Molenaar, Minister YB Datuk Seri Maximus Ongkili <strong>and</strong> MDBC Chairman<br />
Zainul Rahim (4th – 6th left).<br />
emerged as the sustainability <strong>and</strong><br />
innovation leaders in their fields.<br />
Best <strong>Business</strong> Sustainability by<br />
a Multinational Company<br />
Winner: Dutch Lady Milk Industries<br />
Dutch Lady showed a commitment<br />
to environmental sustainability,<br />
corporate social responsibility <strong>and</strong> contributions<br />
to the Malaysian economy.<br />
Specifically, they have developed strategies<br />
to enhance self – sufficiency<br />
in their sector. Their CSR programs<br />
are unique with a strong emphasis on<br />
empowering local entrepreneurs. By<br />
purchasing sustainable raw materials,<br />
reducing consumption of energy,<br />
water <strong>and</strong> waste at their production<br />
facilities, Dutch Lady has also proven<br />
their commitment to environmental<br />
sustainability. They implement sound<br />
business plans <strong>and</strong> ensure satisfactory<br />
returns to their shareholders, as well<br />
as contribute to the growth of the local<br />
economy.<br />
Best <strong>Business</strong> Sustainability by<br />
a Small & Medium Enterprise<br />
Winner: Asian Perlite Industries<br />
Asian Perlite Industries’ holistic<br />
approach <strong>and</strong> profitable venture seamlessly<br />
linked economic, social <strong>and</strong><br />
environmental benefits. This company<br />
aims to increase the production<br />
of flower <strong>and</strong> vegetables per square<br />
Asian Perlite Industries’ Luuk Runia receiving the award for<br />
the Best <strong>Business</strong> Sustainability by an SME from Minister<br />
YB Datuk Seri Maximus Ongkili, Netherl<strong>and</strong>s Ambassador<br />
Harry Molenaar <strong>and</strong> MDBC Chairman Zainul Rahim.<br />
Minister YB Datuk Seri Maximus Ongkili receiving a token<br />
of appreciation from MDBC Executive Director Marco Winter<br />
(right) , Netherl<strong>and</strong>s Ambassador Harry Molenaar (2nd left)<br />
<strong>and</strong> MDBC Chairman Zainul Rahim (far left).<br />
meter in Cameron Highl<strong>and</strong>s to reduce<br />
any further destruction of the highl<strong>and</strong>s.<br />
They also focus on the reduction<br />
of chemicals in flowers <strong>and</strong> vegetables<br />
by introducing new products from The<br />
Netherl<strong>and</strong>s.<br />
The MSA Innovation Pioneer<br />
Segment<br />
Winner: &samhoud<br />
An energetic company, &samhoud<br />
truly believes in their company culture;<br />
for them, empowerment from the<br />
start promotes innovation. The company<br />
encourages new ideas <strong>and</strong> gives<br />
their people ownership from ideation<br />
to implementation. The leadership provides<br />
constant mentoring <strong>and</strong> coaching<br />
to all employees to make sure that they<br />
are motivated <strong>and</strong> that these innovations<br />
are aligned with the purpose of<br />
&samhoud.<br />
Special Jaffar Indot Award on<br />
Corporate Governance<br />
Winner: Dato’ Mizanur Rahman Ghani<br />
Dato’ Mizanur is an active member<br />
of various organizations involved<br />
in <strong>Sustainable</strong> Development <strong>and</strong><br />
Corporate Responsibility including<br />
Chambers of Commerce. In addition<br />
to going above <strong>and</strong> beyond what is<br />
required by his regular job, he has made<br />
a big impact on the local business community.<br />
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