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When Sufryiadi joined Asian Agri in 2006, he wasn’t just looking for a job, he was looking for growth. “I was drawn to the oil palm plantation sector for its technical challenges and national importance. Asian Agri felt like the right place to build a meaningful, long-term career,” he recalls. At just 25, soon after […]
Gabriella Carissa Putihardjo believes that growth, like any good recipe, takes time, effort, and a commitment to learning. Whether she’s troubleshooting paper machines or trying out a new bake on the weekend, Gabriella approaches both with the same mindset: be curious, keep improving, and never stop experimenting. As a Paper Process Specialist at APRIL in […]
Forestry has always been a game of patience and long-term vision, shaped by the careful management of resources that take years, even decades, to mature. For Gustavo Martins, APRIL Group’s Tree Improvement Head, the appeal of forestry lies precisely in these challenges. Born into a family rooted in agriculture in Brazil, Gustavo developed an early […]
The 2025 RGE Bankers’ Forum convened over 200 regional and international banking partners at Singapore’s Fullerton Hotel to discuss “Sustainable Growth for a New World Order”. Together, we explored evolving market trends, global risks, and long‑term strategic opportunities. Senior leadership from RGE shared how the group is expanding its global footprint, diversifying across regions and […]
At a recent panel hosted by the Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA), Craig Tribolet, Deputy Director of Sustainability at APRIL, addressed a challenge many resource-based industries in ASEAN are facing: how to balance sustainability with business growth. He acknowledged the external pressures – from regulatory shifts to evolving consumer expectations – but made one […]
As global industries shift towards more sustainable packaging, paperboard is emerging as a viable alternative to plastic. However, the challenge lies in creating materials that offer the same durability, protection, and functionality, without compromising sustainability goals. BoardOne, APRIL and Asia Symbol’s high-performance paperboard solution, is bridging this gap. With growing consumer awareness, stricter government regulations, […]
Through joint venture Singa Renewables, Royal Golden Eagle and TotalEnergies have entered into a Co-Investment Agreement to develop and operate a solar photovoltaic power plant with a battery energy storage system in Riau, Indonesia. The Agreement was signed by Imelda Tanoto, Managing Director of RGE, and Helle Kristoffersen, President of Asia and Member of the […]
Sustainable fashion may dominate headlines today, but when Sachin Malik first joined the textile industry 17 years ago, it was a far less urgent priority. Over nearly two decades, he’s watched the conversation shift, from small-scale initiatives to a sweeping transformation of the entire value chain. “When I started in this industry, sustainable fashion was […]
From navigation through the water to communication with each other, sound is an essential element to the survival of the underwater marine mammals of Howe Sound. Industrial activities can produce noise that disrupt these natural behaviours, harming these mammals and the ecosystems they live in. At Woodfibre LNG, leadership in conservation means taking proactive, scientifically-informed […]
What are the biggest opportunities and challenges for scaling nature-based investments? How can we ensure that investments build the necessary capacity within local communities, governments, and organisations to manage and sustain conservation efforts in the long run? These were some of the key questions that Lucita Jasmin, Group Sustainability Director at RGE, addressed at the […]