Growing Sustainably: Gustavo Martins on Genetics, Innovation, and the Future of Forestry

Growing Sustainably: Gustavo Martins on Genetics, Innovation, and the Future of Forestry

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 […]

RGE Bankers’ Forum 2025: Sustainable Growth for a New World Order

RGE Bankers’ Forum 2025: Sustainable Growth for a New World Order

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 […]

Staying the Course: Growth and Sustainability are Not Competing Priorities

Staying the Course: Growth and Sustainability are Not Competing Priorities

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 […]

How Paperboard is Shaping the Future of Packaging

How Paperboard is Shaping the Future of Packaging

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, […]

RGE and TotalEnergies to Develop Green Energy through Singa Renewables

RGE and TotalEnergies to Develop Green Energy through Singa Renewables

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 […]

How APR is Making Sustainable Fashion More Accessible

How APR is Making Sustainable Fashion More Accessible

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 […]

Leadership in Conservation: Protecting Marine Mammals through Innovative Practices at Woodfibre LNG

Leadership in Conservation: Protecting Marine Mammals through Innovative Practices at Woodfibre LNG

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 […]

How the Private Sector Can Flex its Ability to Support Conservation Efforts

How the Private Sector Can Flex its Ability to Support Conservation Efforts

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 […]

Celebrating Excellence in Innovation and Sustainability: BoardOne and Vinda Win Prestigious Awards

Celebrating Excellence in Innovation and Sustainability: BoardOne and Vinda Win Prestigious Awards

In a demonstration of commitment to quality and sustainability, RGE’s BoardOne and Vinda have recently been recognised for contributions and innovations within their industries. BoardOne Recognised in Sustainable Packaging BoardOne has been awarded the prestigious PackindoStar 2024 Award in the Sustainability Packaging category, a testament to their dedication to environmental responsibility and sustainable innovation. The […]