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Wonda Coffee Bags New World Record Title in Guinness World Records

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Tan Heng Hong
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Oliver Kau Marketing Manager of WONDA Coffee; Amy Gan, Vice President of Marketing of Etika Sdn Bhd; Qhourunissa, freestyle footballer and Yip Chong Wai Jacob, official adjudicator of Guinness World Record showcasing the certificate from Guinness World Records for 'The Largest Online Video Chain of People Performing Football Kick-ups'

WONDA Coffee becomes the first to create the longest football juggling video in the world

Kuala Lumpur, 28 February 2023 – WONDA Coffee, one of Malaysia’s leading ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee brands that offers the smooth taste of freshly brewed coffee in a can, has successfully made its mark in the Guinness World Records for ‘The Largest Online Video Chain of People Performing Football Juggle’, participated by football enthusiasts across Malaysia.

The record title was presented by an official adjudicator from Guinness World Records to Amy Gan, Vice President of Marketing of Etika Sdn Bhd – earning themselves yet another magnificent triumph and significant milestone.

In conjunction with the last FIFA World Cup, WONDA Coffee had organised its #WONDABolaCorner campaign to connect fellow Malaysians at every corner with their fervent enthusiasm for football by encouraging them to participate in an activity that would leave a historical significance while highlighting one of the country’s best-sellers, WONDA Kopi Tarik.

Amy Gan, Vice president of Marketing of Etika Sdn Bhd delivering her speech at the certificate presentation ceremony of Guinness World Records

As football is a game that can be played almost everywhere, WONDA Kopi Tarik likewise has given Malaysians an exciting experience to indulge in its freshly brewed coffee throughout this campaign with a presence at every corner to accompany them while watching “The Most Watched Game on Earth” – acting as the enabler in uniting Malaysians to achieve world recognition via football platform despite not making It in the World Cup.

Malaysians are known for their devotion to football, hence WONDA attempted to bring them together to break the previous record for “The Most People in an Online Chain Passing a Football” by taking it a step further and doing a football juggle. To juggle a football requires a certain level of skill as it is not as easy as just passing a ball. In an effort to galvanise more Malaysians into this exciting motion, some of Malaysia’s world-class football talents such as Mohd Faiz Subri, Safiq Rahim, Qhouirunnisa, Steffi Sidhu and others had also initiated the effort to spark further excitement among Malaysians to achieve historical moments together with WONDA Coffee.

Amy Gan mentioned that WONDA Coffee has been determined to unite Malaysians by transcending geographical boundaries across the country via social media to create history like never before – which is to attempt the Guinness World Records involving all Malaysians to record a video of themselves juggling the football for a minimum of two kick-ups without dropping it.

“The initiative has been a massive success that can be validated by the overwhelming response and mass participation of Malaysians which far surpassed our initial expectations. We truly appreciate and would like to thank everyone for the tremendous support throughout this activity and we hope it will contribute to connecting communities at every corner through the shared goal of breaking worldwide records.

“We are very honoured to have been awarded such privileged recognition and undoubtedly, the endorsement was another feather in our cap after the year-long efforts in championing the spirit of togetherness among Malaysians towards a more united Malaysia with WONDA Coffee. It spells further excitement for WONDA Coffee as it strengthens our position as one of the leading RTD Coffee brands and our excellence in appealing to local consumers,” added Amy.

In the past, Etika has been credited with setting significant industry milestones, and after breaking a number of records, the company is committed to setting more in the future.

For more information on the feat achieved by WONDA Coffee, please visit

Sun Life Malaysia Brighter Health Screening Programme Sheds Light On Alarming Stats: 41% of Adult Malaysians Show Elevated Blood Glucose Levels

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Tan Heng Hong
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Need For Improved Awareness On Recognising Risk Factors And Early Detection of Diabetes

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – 28 February 2023 – Sun Life Malaysia, a life insurance and family takaful company, recently announced the findings from its 2022 nationwide blood glucose screening community outreach initiative – the Brighter Health Screening Programme. The results showed that 41% of the 6,892 screened, equating to 2 in 5 Malaysians aged 18 years and older, had elevated blood glucose readings[1].

The findings also showed that over 40% of adults over age 40 screened had high blood glucose, compared to around 15% for 18 to 30 year olds. Elevated blood glucose levels typically indicate an individual may be at-risk for Type 2 diabetes and these individuals are recommended to conduct further blood glucose tests with the doctor for a diagnosis.

Raymond Lew, CEO & President_ Country Head of Sun Life Malaysia

Commenting on the findings, Raymond Lew, CEO and President/Country Manager of Sun Life Malaysia said, “Sun Life Malaysia is committed to empowering Malaysians to lead healthier lives. We believe that prevention is always better than cure and we work collaboratively with our partners and stakeholders to educate and share relevant knowledge, particularly among underserved communities, to bridge the awareness gap.”

“2022 marks the fourth year since we embarked on the programme. The findings reaffirm our mission – we have to continue our efforts to raise awareness about diabetes, improve understanding of the risk factors and promote early detection given the high prevalence of prediabetes and diabetes in Malaysia,” he added.

Additionally, the findings of 40% of adults aged 40 and above having higher than normal blood glucose readings reveal a hard truth about the relationship between diabetes risk and age. Research has shown that diabetes risk increases with age, and this is partly due to the natural aging process and changes in metabolism that occur with age. This signals a need for individuals aged 40 and above to take preventive measures by regularly monitor their blood glucose levels to detect the risks of developing diabetes and prevent diabetes from the onset.

The findings also saw a higher percentage of younger adults, defined as people from age 18 to 30, had elevated blood glucose levels which could imply a worrying trend that the epidemic is putting more young people at risk. As such, it is important to ramp up efforts to educate the Malaysian youth that the risks of developing diabetes are influenced by lifestyle factors, such by being overweight, not exercising or having high blood pressure.

The screening programme also revealed the following insights:

  1. 1 in 5 people (28%) with high blood glucose are undiagnosed for diabetes, indicating a lack of awareness and risk for prediabetes.
  2. 75% of diagnosed diabetes patients had elevated blood glucose, indicating poor diabetes management.
  3. 2 in 5 people (37%) with high blood glucose had income below RM4000 per month (B40 Household Group).
  4. 72% out of the total 6,892 screened reported no diagnosis or doctor confirmation of diabetes.

For 2022 Brighter Health Programme, Sun Life Malaysia partnered with Walnut Wellness, Roche Malaysia, AM PM Pharmacy, Health Lane Family Pharmacy and MOG Eyewear (MOG), to offer complimentary blood glucose screenings across 204 participating pharmacies nationwide. The programme conducted a total of 6,892 screenings for participants aged 18 to 70 across a three-month period (22 August to 30 November 2022).

For more information on Sun Life Malaysia, visit www.sunlifemalaysia.com or follow our social media pages.

[1] Screening conducted using finger-prick tests.

Huge Crowd At Coolblog Mytown Explained Of A Unicorn Sighting!

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Tan Heng Hong
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Huge crowd was seen at Coolblog’s MyTOWN Shopping Centre outlet taking pictures using the AR unicorn filter - which was introduced in conjunction with the launch of Coolblog's Magical Unicool drinks.

KUALA LUMPUR, 28 FEBRUARY 2023 – Pioneering kiosk-based Halal dessert and beverage brand, Coolblog reaffirmed that the long queue and massive crowd gathering spotted at Coolblog’s MyTown outlet following key influencer, Anidajaafar’s video that went viral recently was due to a unicorn being sighted at the outlet.

Customers at Coolblog were having fun experiencing the unicorn-sighting with the AR filter as seen in key influencer Anidajaafar’s viral video.

To further clarify, the unicorn that was “sighted” was an Augmented Reality (AR) unicorn which can be found through a QR Code at all Coolblog stores in conjunction with the brand’s recently launched Magical Unicool series.

Key influencer Anidajaafar trying out the AR filter to “catch” the unicorn in order to participate in Coolblog’s social media contest.

The Unicorn-inspired series which symbolised fantasy and fairytale was an inspiration that led Coolblog to create the series. Consisting of three aesthetically-pleasing drinks with Fluffy Cloud Bits, Unicool Magical, Unicool Dazzle and Unicool Twinkle are aimed at enlightening their customers’ gloomy day, while sparking joy in their mood!

Through this initiative, Coolblog hopes to not only elevate the mood of their customers who stepped in to the store but to also double the magical experience with a limited time promotion, where customers who share the images on their social media and tag Coolblog’s Facebook and Instagram will be able to enjoy a free drink voucher*.

Coolblog had expressed their surprise in seeing how Malaysians are especially interested in the unicorn-sighting initiative, and have requested their fans to expect more that are both delicious and interesting to come in the coming months!

*Terms and condition apply

For more information on Coolblog and their promotions, please visit:

Website: https://www.coolblog.com.my/

Facebook: Coolblog.my

Instagram: CoolblogMalaysia

TikTok: coolblogmalaysia

Twitter: CoolblogMY

McDonald’s Malaysia Wins the Best Employer Award by Kincentric For Eighth Time Running

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Tan Heng Hong
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The leading quick service restaurant also received Special Recognition for its commitment to Building Purposeful Talent

KUALA LUMPUR, 22 February 2023 – McDonald’s Malaysia was recently awarded two prestigious Human Resource awards, including the Best Employer Award 2022 and the Building Purposeful Talent Award 2022 by Kincentric. This marks the eighth time the quick service restaurant received Kincentric’s Best Employer Award, as a recognition of McDonald’s continuous commitment to human resources management and talent development. At the same time, it also marks the first time McDonald’s was given Special Recognition for its commitment to Building Purposeful Talent.

“We are honoured with the recognition given by Kincentric and certainly it would not have been possible without the commitment of our employees for making McDonald’s such a great place to work at.  An organisation is only as good as its people, and McDonald’s biggest assets are our employees who have time after time, shown dedication to our customers and the communities that we serve,” said Managing Director and Local Operating Partner, McDonald’s Malaysia, Dato’ Azmir Jaafar.

Kincentric’s Best Employer Award is awarded to organisations that have showcased competence and compassion as well as organisational agility in terms of their people practices as well as continuous business growth. “The award is indeed a reflection of McDonald’s Malaysia’s ongoing commitment and efforts in cultivating talents, providing necessary training as well as skill development programmes to support the national agenda of producing a highly skilled workforce,” added Dato’ Azmir.

At McDonald’s, employees are continuously engaged through the company’s Employee Value Proposition (EVP), which focuses on treating employees as an extended family and the company helps them to be on the path to exceptional careers. It focuses on the three core values of EVP, which includes family and friends, flexibility, and their future. This is strongly supported by its strategic career planning initiatives and programmes to assist each individual to grow and fulfil a satisfying, lifelong career for themselves.

Among the training and skills development programmes that the company offers is McDonald’s Vocational Apprentice Program under the National Dual Training System (SLDN), in collaboration with the Department of Skills Development and Ministry of Human Resources (MoHR), which helps youths to build a meaningful career beyond an “over-the-counter” job.

This 18-month industry-oriented training programme comprises of 70 percent practical training and 30 percent theoretical lessons. Participants are fully sponsored to be part of the programme, and to date McDonald’s Malaysia has trained more than 3,500 youths. A majority of the youth that have completed the programme are now employed by McDonald’s as Crew Trainers, with some already moving up the career ladder to become Crew Leaders and Restaurant Managers.

To further reach out to youths, McDonald’s Malaysia recently released an original drama series on Instagram Reels to capture the attention of those actively seeking employment. As part of its digital recruitment campaign, the company released the nine-episode mini drama series entitled “Kau Sundaeku” on Instagram Reels in December 2022, with each episode being one-minute long. The slice of life drama series revolves around a restaurant manager and three crew members from diverse backgrounds who find a home and the sense of belonging working at McDonald’s.

Marrybrown Joins Menu Rahmah Initiative For All To Enjoy “Something Different” At An Affordable Price

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Tan Heng Hong
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Yang Berhormat Datuk Seri Salahuddin Ayub, Minister of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living and Dato’ Joshua Liew, Chief Executive Officer of Marrybrown officiated the launch of Marrybrown's Menu Rahmah meals.

The largest homegrown Halal QSR chain launches affordable meals as a way of giving back to the community and in appreciation of Malaysians’ continuous support. 

JOHOR BAHRU, 27 FEBRUARY 2023 – Largest homegrown Halal Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) chain, Marrybrown has officially announced its participation in the Menu Rahmah programme initiated by the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN). The initiative was kick-started with a launch ceremony officiated by Yang Berhormat Datuk Seri Salahuddin Ayub, Minister of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living at Marrybrown Paradigm Mall JB.

Marrybrown’s Menu Rahmah’s single meal is priced at RM5.00, where fans can choose between Menu Rahmah Burger Ayam or Menu Rahmah Nasi Kari with a bottle of Dasani Drinking Water. Customers can enjoy these fan-favourites at an affordable price starting today while stocks last. Available for dine-in or takeaway, the Menu Rahmah meals can be purchased at 12.00pm to 2.00pm and 6.00pm to 8.00pm daily at Marrybrown’s outlets nationwide.

YB Datuk Seri Salahuddin Ayub trying out Marrybrown’s Menu Rahmah meals at Marrybrown Paradigm Mall, Johor Bahru.

YB Datuk Seri Salahuddin Ayub commented that as the initiative is a privately driven effort, the importance of the participation from industry players is undeniable to make affordable meals available to more people within the low-income group.

“Since the launch of Menu Rahmah in January 2023, we have received positive feedback from the public and various industry players. Participation from industry players is vital for us to make this initiative more impactful, and collaborations with major brands such as Marrybrown is a great force to reach out to more people in need. We are pleased to join forces with Marrybrown as they hold the same beliefs which is to uplift communities in need as best they can,” said YB Datuk Seri Salahuddin.

Dato’ Joshua Liew, Chief Executive Officer of Marrybrown shared that as a brand that strives to provide “something different” to customers, they believe that all Malaysians regardless of income background should have the opportunity to indulge in good food as well.

“As a homegrown brand, we always do our part to reach out to the community in need and this time, we are pleased to work closely with the government to be a part of this meaningful initiative. This came at a timely opportunity for us to reach out to those in need while making our delicious goodness available to more people. Marrybrown is always happy to serve our customers regardless of background, and through our effort in launching Menu Rahmah meals, we hope our presence nationwide can allow more people to indulge in simple yet satisfying meals without breaking the bank,” said Dato’ Joshua.

In addition to the launch, Marrybrown Charities Association handed over 2,000 pieces of Menu Rahmah vouchers to Encik Mohamad bin Hapil, Director of Social Welfare Department Johor (JKM), which will be distributed to underprivileged groups for them to enjoy the meals. To provide more customers access to Menu Rahmah, Marrybrown will be opening three outlets in Tanah Merah, Kelantan; Bukit Tiram, Johor and Malaysia Heritage Studios, Melaka.

Marrybrown currently serves millions of customers in more than 500 restaurants across 16 countries with the objective of delivering the highest standard of quality, service, cleanliness and value for the perfect dining experience.

For more information on Marrybrown, MB App, promotions and delivery services, please visit:

Website: https://marrybrown.com/

MB App: https://mbapp.marrybrown.com/

Facebook: Marrybrown Malaysia

Instagram: Marrybrownmy

YouTube: Marrybrown TV

Five Reasons Why Fernleaf Malaysia is Committed to Meeting the Protein Needs of Malaysians

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Tan Heng Hong
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With all of today’s modern conveniences and technology, it’s more important than ever to get the proper nutrition to keep up with your growth and active lifestyle. Even though all nutrients are essential for growth, there are three types of nutrients for growth that you must be aware of: carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. When we talk about protein these days, many people envision someone with large muscles leaving the gym after a workout. Although the statement is correct in principle, the function of protein in our bodies extends beyond muscle building. Protein is in fact a crucial component of any diet, whether for adults or kids, as it serves as one of the main building blocks of the cells in our bodies. 

Fernleaf Protein+ milk powder is one of Fernleaf’s newest products, introduced recently in Malaysia, that aims to help, and support Malaysians’ protein requirements. Irene Cheah, Marketing Director of Fonterra Brands (M) Sdn Bhd said, “Fernleaf Protein+ milk powder, a delicious and creamy high protein blend of milk powder and soy is suitable for the whole family from age 1 and above. It contains three types of protein that can help Malaysians to have adequate protein for their body, as part of a balanced diet.”

Nutritionist Surainee Wahab

Even though most people understand the basics of protein, many are unaware that inadequate protein intake can impact the growth and operation of our cells. Nutritionist Surainee Wahab has outlined five main reasons why Malaysians should ensure that they consume adequate protein daily.

  1. MAINTENANCE OF TISSUES – Our bones, muscles, skin, nails, and hair are all made from protein. Apart from repairing damaged cells, formation of hormones and enzymes, and transporting oxygen into red blood cells, protein also helps the body to build muscle mass, which makes it an important macronutrient to be consumed as an energy source on a regular basis along with right amounts of carbohydrates and fats. 
  2. SUPPORTS THE BODY DEFENCE SYSTEM – For both adults and children, getting enough protein helps the body to repair itself and recover from injuries. Protein also helps to support the body defence system to prevent unwanted infections and illnesses. Protein deficiency and malnutrition can have devastating effects on a person’s health, ranging from stunted growth and muscle loss to lowered body defence and problems with the heart and lungs.
  3. OUR BODIES DO NOT NATURALLY PRODUCE ESSENTIAL AMINO ACIDS – Since our bodies do not produce essential amino acids, it must be consumed through diets containing protein. Essential amino acids are important to ensure our body can function at an optimum level. 
  4. HELPS MAKE A MEAL MORE SATIATING – High-protein foods such as protein-enriched dairy products help to make it easier to achieve the recommended daily intake, especially in cases where there is a lack of appetite, meal skipping, or picky attitudes towards food. Protein helps make a meal more satiating and supports in maintaining a healthy weight.
  5. BUILDING BLOCK FOR MUSCULAR GROWTH – A high-protein diet aids in muscle gain. Protein is the fundamental building block for muscle growth. You can improve your muscle-building results by combining appropriate workout with a proper protein-rich diet. That is why protein is frequently associated with bodybuilders, gyms, and massive biceps.

“Milk is a great source of high-quality protein as it contains all the essential amino acids needed for the body to function optimally. Often, milk consumption is associated with numerous health benefits, including an increased intake of beneficial vitamins and minerals like calcium and phosphorus, which can help to build and maintain healthy bones and muscle mass,. Milk can also be fortified with vitamin D, which aids in calcium absorption,” said Surainee.

Cheah further explained the rationale behind the new product development and launch: “As a global dairy nutrition company with strong presence in Malaysia for almost 50 years, Fonterra is constantly innovating to meet the nutritional needs of everyone in the family. Our ambition over the years is to make a difference in the lives of 30-over million Malaysians and help to build a healthier society. With our well-loved family brand, Fernleaf, we bring the goodness of New Zealand dairy to Malaysian households, providing nutritious yet affordable products that contribute to a balanced diet.”

Start your day energised. Drink a glass of nutritious milk today! Introducing the new Fernleaf Protein+ milk powder, made with a unique blend of milk from New Zealand grass-fed cows, and three types of protein (whey, casein, and soy). Fernleaf Protein+ milk powder is delicious, creamy and is suitable to be enjoyed by the whole family from 1 year old and above. Each glass of Fernleaf Protein+ contains 10g of protein, which is 90% more protein than regular milk powder*. It is enriched with calcium, vitamin B2, and vitamin D, supporting you to meet your daily protein and nutritional needs!  

Fernleaf Protein+ is available in two convenient sizes: 800g pouch (RM31.00) and 280g pouch (RM11.70). Though we can obtain protein from a variety of foods, including fish, chicken and eggs, by complementing our diets with protein-rich foods like Fernleaf Protein+ milk powder, however, we no longer have to devote a significant portion of our mornings for prepping and cooking. With a price of around RM1.40 per glass, everyone now has an affordable option for adequate daily protein intake and can reap the health benefits of a high-protein diet. To prepare, add three tablespoons of Fernleaf Protein+ milk powder to one glass (200ml) of warm water and stir well. You can drink it as is or make it into a popsicle, smoothie, protein bar, or many other things so you can enjoy it anywhere and at any time. 

Fernleaf Protein+ is now available on Shopee (Fernleaf Official Shop) and Lazada (Fernleaf Flagship Store), as well as at major hypermarkets and stores nationwide.

*Referring to Fernleaf Family milk powder, per 100g 

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Morinaga buys majority stake in local Vietnamese distributor to expand infant and toddler milk sale

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Tan Heng Hong
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Morinaga has bought a 51% stake of Morinaga Le May Vietnam JSC, a major distributor of Japanese goods in Vietnam, for VND 106 billion or USD 4.5 million. The Japanese company started selling its infant and toddler milk in Vietnam in 2020 through a local agent.

According to company data, sale volume in Vietnam reached an average annual growth of 33% in the period from April 2012 to March 2022 based on the total for the Hagukumi, Chil-mil, and KODOMIL series.

Morinaga is expanding abroad to capture sales opportunities in emerging market. Vietnam has proven to be an important market and local consumers are receptive to imported infant nutrition products from Japan and South Korea. In 2021, South Korea exported South USD 19.54 million worth of milk powder to Vietnam.

Local Vietnamese dairy companies such as Vinamilk are upgrading their own infant formula with Japanese ingredients, a move that reinforces consumer association of Japanese products and ingredients as high in quality.

 

JOIN THE FUN WITH OREO X BLACKPINK FROM 23-26 FEBRUARY AT SUNWAY PYRAMID ORANGE CONCOURSE

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Tan Heng Hong
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Kuala Lumpur, 13 Feb 2023 – As fans gear up for the much anticipated BLACKPINK concert in Kuala Lumpur, the hunting for the limited edition OREO x BLACKPINK cookies stops as OREO x BLACKPINK brings the cookies to you for four (4) days at Sunway Pyramid, Orange Concourse.

OREO X BLACKPINK – Mona Shamili, Narmeen Khan, Tan Min Yen with MAD G Dance Crew

OREO x BLACKPINK promises an exciting event featuring various booths and activities where fans of both OREO and BLACKPINK can purchase the limited edition sandwich cookies and play themed games.

By purchasing the limited edition sandwich cookies, attendants can redeem the OREO x BLACKPINK merchandise such as pins and stickers.

OREO X BLACKPINK – Narmeen Khan, Managing Director, Malaysia & Singapore atMondelēz International

Participate in the Twist, Lick & Dunk games to receive an OREO product, bask in the themed pop-up cafe, and join the BLINKs for a party. There will be play dance engagements happening at the event launch and specific hours throughout the weekend!

As part of the celebrations, OREO is also collaborating with local premium ice-cream maker Inside Scoop to sweeten the event. Fans who attend the 4-day event at Sunway Pyramid have a chance to enjoy decadent ice-cream with OREO purchase.

Invited guests are encouraged to wear their best black, pink, or blue ensemble. Weekend attendants who wear pink stand a chance at receiving a gift!

For more information and the latest updates on OREO x BLACKPINK, head to OREO.mysg (Instagram) & OreoMalaysiaSingapore (Facebook)

 

CP Foods’ Cage Free and Fresh eggs become the first fresh egg products certified Carbon Footprint of Products in Thailand

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Tan Heng Hong
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Friday 24 February 2023 – Twenty-three egg product items of Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited (or CP Foods) have been certified the “Carbon Footprint Reduction Label” or “Global Warming Reduction Label” from Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (Public Organization) or TGO for its efforts in mitigating carbon greenhouse gas emissions in food production. These carbon reduction products demonstrate the company’s commitment to achieving its Net-Zero emission goal by 2050 and strive to offers consumers choices of environmentally friendly food products.

Mr. Somkid Wannalukkhee, CP Foods’ Head of Layer Business, attended the accredited ceremony hosted by TGO to honor and recognize the company’s consistent reduction of greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain and its products have been verified in accordance with TGO-eligible reduction criteria to broaden Thai consumer choices of low-carbon eggs. These 23 egg categories are the first egg products certified “global warming reduction” label in Thailand.

Mr. Kiatchai Maitriwong, Executive Director of TGO, recognized that CP Foods is a leading food company with the foresight and dedication to reduce greenhouse gas emissions throughout value chain. The global warming reduction certificate is beneficial for both the environment and consumers demand more eco-friendly choices.

Mr. Somkid said that the Company is on the pathway to reduce carbon emission toward the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions to Net Zero by 2050. The company consistent mitigate greenhouse gas emission by optimizing its production efficiency including feed use; energy efficiency enhancement; promoting renewable energy, and use of recycled material in egg packaging, etc. This make its fresh egg together with cage free products are the first egg product in Thailand to attain the global warming label. Additionally, the label help consumers well informed decision about low carbon food items. In 2022, it is subsequently that the egg production had reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 617 000 tons of CO2 equivalent.

CP Foods egg product are from layer hens raised in the closed housed equipped with world class technology, smart and automation system. The egg packaging made from 100 percent of recycled paper meanwhile PET plastic packaging use 80 percent recycled plastic in the layer that is not in direct contact with eggs.

In addition, CPF encourages the use of renewable energy in its system of food production. The production process of 7 layer complexes nationwide use electricity from biogas system converting chicken manure into electricity and additionally install solar panels to generate electricity for use in production processes. The company is pioneering one layer complex by using 100 percent renewable energy by this year to support the Net Zero.

Up to now, over 800 CP Foods’ food products, including fresh pork, chicken, shrimp, and animal feed, are certified with Carbon Footprint Label and 50 products are earned the global warming reduction label from TGO.

HEINEKEN Malaysia Reports 2022 Financial Results

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Tan Heng Hong
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Full year performance above pre-pandemic levels.

  • Revenue increased by 44% to RM2.86 billion (FY21: RM1.98 billion)
  • Profit Before Tax (PBT) increased by 85% to RM595 million (FY21: RM321 million)
  • Net profit increased by 68% to RM413 million (FY21: RM246 million)

24 February 2023 – Heineken Malaysia Berhad (HEINEKEN Malaysia) announced its financial results for the full year ended 31 December 2022 (FY22), reporting an increase in revenue and profit as compared to the same period in 2021 (FY21) as the Group recovers above pre-pandemic levels with reopening of on-trade and entertainment channel and Malaysia’s international borders.

HEINEKEN Malaysia’s revenue rose 44%, mainly attributable to an increase in sales volume following the reopening of international borders, increased on-trade consumption, as well as a positive mix impact from premium portfolio growth. The spike in revenue growth in 2022 was mainly due to lower comparison against 2021 as the brewery was closed for 11 weeks due to the Movement Control Order. Correspondingly, Group PBT increased by 85%, as the Group bounced back post-COVID with a gradual recovery of the on-trade business, as well as improved revenue, productivity and cost management.

Group Revenue and PBT performance have risen above pre-pandemic levels, where Revenue was at RM2.32 billion and PBT were at RM412 million in 2019, an indication that its business is seeing solid recovery.

For the fourth quarter ended 31 December 2022 (4QFY22), Group revenue grew by 14% to RM792 million versus the same quarter in 2021 (4QFY21). The revenue growth was mainly driven by a boost in sales volume from increased on-trade consumption and earlier festive sell-in for Chinese New Year 2023. At the same time, Group PBT increased by 24% to RM154 million due to sustainable revenue growth as well as efficiency gains through cost and value initiatives.

Roland Bala, Managing Director of HEINEKEN Malaysia

Roland Bala, Managing Director of HEINEKEN Malaysia commented, “Despite the volatile business environment last year, we are pleased to see good recovery on our business performance as we bounce back above pre-pandemic levels. With the reopening of on-trade, entertainment channels and international borders, our One Strong Winning Team adapted to the new market realities through various strategic initiatives in order to drive sustainable growth. At HEINEKEN Malaysia, we are driven by our purpose of brewing the joy of true togetherness to inspire a better world. I take this opportunity to thank our employees, customers and consumers for their incredible support which enabled our accelerated recovery.”

HEINEKEN Malaysia’s core brands continued to be Malaysia’s consumers favourite brands as they had a triple win at the Putra Brand Awards 2022. Heineken® and Tiger Beer won Gold, while Guinness achieved Bronze. Notable campaigns during the year include Heineken®’s ‘When you Drive, Never Drink’ where they advocated responsible consumption, and the Heineken® Hotel Takeover at KLoé Hotel where consumers experienced the Heineken®-themed hotel. In the Lunar year of the Tiger, Tiger Beer launched ‘The Year We ROAR Together’ Chinese New Year campaign. The brand also hosted the Tiger Street Food Festival championing street food culture, the Tiger Crystal Fire Starter platform for fans to discover new passions, and the ‘Cheers to the Bold’ campaign during the football season. It was also an exciting year for Guinness as the brand launched the all-new Guinness Draught in a Can. Guinness’s key campaigns also included the House of Guinness, a hub to experience the magic of Guinness, and the Guinness St. Patrick’s Festival 2022. To close the year, Guinness Malaysia launched its first-ever flagship outlet, Arthur’s Storehouse at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur.

The Board at HEINEKEN Malaysia has proposed a single tier final dividend of 98 sen per stock unit for the year ended 31 December 2022, subject to the approval of shareholders at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting. The single tier dividend will be paid on 20 July 2023 to shareholders registered at the close of business on 21 June 2023.

The total dividend for the year ended 31 December 2022 is 138 sen per stock unit comprising:

  • a single tier interim dividend of 40 sen per stock unit which was paid on 11 November 2022; and
  • a proposed single tier final dividend of 98 sen per stock unit.

The Group witnessed encouraging recovery in business performance in the last quarter of 2022 following the full re-opening of on-trade business. However, the Group expects the business environment in 2023 to remain challenging given the continued pressure from global supply chain disruptions, recessionary pressures from leading economies, rising input costs, currency fluctuation and rising inflation that could impact consumer purchasing power. The Group will remain responsive to the volatile business environment and new market realities, with a focus on delivering our EverGreen strategy, in order to continue to invest behind our brands and capabilities, as well as future-proof the business to unlock efficiencies and reinvest in growth drivers.

Roland commented, “Furthermore, we know that we can only thrive if our people, the planet and the communities around us thrive. Hence, we will also focus on our Brew A Better World sustainability agenda, which includes making a positive impact in the environment and the communities where we operate.

“We welcome the stance taken by the Government not to increase the excise duties on beer in the latest Budget 2023 review announced today as any hike in excise rates will further fuel illicit alcohol demand. As it is, Malaysia’s excise rate for beer and stout ranks second highest in the world. Illegal trade and smuggling have caused the Government to incur tax revenue losses and pose health hazards to consumers with unregulated illicit alcohol. That is why HEINEKEN Malaysia remains committed to supporting and working closely with the authorities to address the issue of illicit alcohol holistically,” said Roland.

Guided by HEINEKEN’s Brew A Better World sustainability strategy, the Group also is committed to raising the bar by driving a positive impact on the environment, social sustainability and the responsible consumption of alcohol.

On environmental sustainability, the Company took a major step towards the commitment towards net zero carbon emissions in production by 2030. In March 2022, HEINEKEN Malaysia transitioned to 100% renewable electricity at its Sungei Way Brewery in Petaling Jaya In 2022, through the Malaysian Renewable Energy Certificate (mREC) programme. Compared with its 2018 baseline, the Company reduced carbon emissions in production by 49% in 2022 and is on track to cut emissions by 86% by 2025.  The Group recently launched a renewed commitment on water conservation called the Towards Healthy Watersheds 2030 roadmap, by committing towards clean, safe, and sustainable watersheds, with an investment of RM6 million in phase four of its W.A.T.E.R Project. The Company also achieved Zero Waste to Landfill since 2017 and works with partners to recycle or upcycle 100% of all its waste generated from production.

For more information on HEINEKEN Malaysia and the Company’s initiatives, please visit www.heinekenmalaysia.com.

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