Malakoff, Alam Flora Win Top Sustainability and Waste Management Awards
Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Malakoff Corporation Berhad and its subsidiary Alam Flora Sdn. Bhd. received top sustainability and waste management awards at the Malaysia Sustainability and CSR Awards 2026.
- This marks the fourth consecutive year both organizations have been recognized for their commitment to sustainability and corporate social responsibility.
- Malakoff received the ESG and Human Capital Leadership Award, while Alam Flora won the Sustainable Impact and Employee Empowerment Award.
Malakoff Corporation Berhad and its subsidiary Alam Flora Sdn. Bhd. solidified their industry leadership by securing top honors at the Malaysia Sustainability and CSR Awards 2026. This achievement marks the fourth year in a row both companies have been recognized for their unwavering commitment to sustainability and corporate social responsibility.
At the 11th edition of the awards, Malakoff was presented with the ESG and Human Capital Leadership Award in the Best Energy Generation Company category. Alam Flora took home the Sustainable Impact and Employee Empowerment Award for Best Waste Management Company. These accolades highlight the organizations' dedication to environmental, social, and governance principles.
Malakoff Group CEO Syahrunizam Samsudin stated that the continuous recognition reflects the group's strong operational discipline embedded in its sustainability and human capital strategies. He emphasized that achieving this for four consecutive years is not accidental but a direct result of well-planned strategies, sustained capital discipline, and organizational trust. He also noted 2025 as a significant year for their ESG roadmap, marked by the issuance of their inaugural ASEAN Sustainability SRI Sukuk Murabahah and their listing on the FTSE4Good Bursa Malaysia Index.
Syahrunizam further elaborated on Alam Flora's sustainability efforts, mentioning the launch of 308 new waste collection vehicles integrated with advanced carbon reduction technology in 2025. The company also successfully diverted 6,826 tons of waste from landfills through active recycling and manages the RISE KL facility, capable of processing up to 50 tons of recyclables daily. These initiatives underscore their commitment to innovative waste management and environmental protection.
Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.