Updates

APRIL Chairman Received Token of Appreciation from GCNS

1 November 2016 - Congratulations to the winners of the Singapore Apex Corporate Sustainability Awards 2016. Pictured at the top are the winners with Mr Masagos Zulkifli bin Masagos Mohamad, Minister for the Environment and Water Resources. On the bottom right is Mr Bey Soo Khiang, APRIL Chairman receiving a token of appreciation from GCNS Vice President Mr Ho Meng Kit for being a valued donor.

Quality Education For A Better Life

Quality education is an important factor in the drive towards poverty alleviation and a better life. Education is one of the three thrusts of Tanoto Foundation as it aims to battle poverty. It has a multi-prong programme that involves empowering students, educators, institutions and infrastructure.

Yus Herman's Kerinci Legacy: SMAF Buses

When APRIL Group's Indonesia operations PT RAPP started operations in Pangkalan Kerinci in the early 1990s, it not only provided employment for thousands and contributed to improving the socio-cultural and economic vibrancy of the area, but created many opportunities for locals via partnerships.

Sateri confirms machinery orders to expand VSF capacity by 1 million tonnes

On August 8, 2016, Sateri confirmed orders for machineries to expand its Viscose Staple Fibre (VSF) production capacity by 1 million tonnes. This will position Sateri as the largest VSF producer in the world by 2020. The total investment in the expansion is expected to exceed RMB10 billion (USD1.5 billion).

Apical expands into Europe

Apical Group, one of the world's largest palm oil exporters, made a strategic acquisition of Spain-based Bio-Oils on July 5, 2016. Apical Group now holds 67.7% stake, which is valued at USD 49 million.