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- Recognized for achievements in sustainability management, OCI TerraSus wins Gold Award at the Sarawak Environmental Award

-  100 employees participate in flood recovery efforts in Sarawak in January and donate approximately KRW 55 million

- OCI TerraSus, a subsidiary of OCI Holdings, hosts "Safety Day" in February to raise employees' safety awareness

OCI Holdings announced on the 26th that it is intensifying its ESG initiatives through its Malaysian subsidiary, OCI M, now rebranded as OCI TerraSus, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to sustainable management at its key global hub in Malaysia.

The new company name, OCI TerraSus, reflects the company’s commitment to bring continuous progress and sustainability through its technologies and efforts. "Terra", derived from Latin, means "earth" and "Sus" is short for "Sustainable," representing the company's identity.

OCI Holdings, along with OCI TerraSus, is actively engaged in various initiatives to strengthen ties with the local community and fulfill its corporate social responsibilities.

OCI TerraSus wins Gold Award at the 11th Sarawak Environmental Award

Last month, OCI TerraSus won the Gold Award at the 11th Premier of Sarawak Environmental Award (PSEA).

The PSEA (Premier of Sarawak Environmental Award), a prestigious environmental award organized by the Premier of Sarawak, has been held biennially since 2001. This year’s Award which evaluated environmental activities in 2023 and 2024, took place at the Imperial Hotel in Kuching, the capital of Sarawak, and marked the largest event to date, with 212 major government departments and corporates participating.

OCI TerraSus upholds sustainable and eco-friendly management as a core value by strictly adhering to a comprehensive environmental management plan for Malaysia’s Ministry of Environment EIA (Environmental Impact Assessment) approval and obtaining ISO 14001 certification, the environmental management system standard established by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

Many key political and financial figures, including Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan attended the award ceremony. 

An OCI Holdings representative stated, “We are delighted to receive the Gold Award, which recognizes our commitment to environmentally sustainable practices and our strong ESG communication capabilities. As a leading company in Malaysia, OCI TerraSus will continue to strengthen its partnership with Sarawak in the fields of environmental sustainability and renewable energy.”

OCI TerraSus currently produces and supplies solar polysilicon using 100% eco-friendly, hydroelectric power to the global market.

OCI TerraSus shows commitment to social responsibility through Sarawak flood relief efforts

OCI Holdings, together with OCI TerraSus demonstrated its commitment toward social responsibility by assisting in the recovery efforts for the most devastating flood in Sarawak, Malaysia.

They provided relief supplies worth 80,000 MYR (approximately 25 million KRW), including toothbrush and toothpaste sets from Bukwang Pharmaceutical and towels, to Bintulu residents who had taken shelter in evacuation centers. Furthermore, a donation of relief supplies such as school supplies was made for over 2,000 students at nearby schools.

In addition, under OCI TerraSus, a donation of 100,000 MYR (approximately 30 million KRW) was made to Girl Guides Association, an organization operated by a network of prominent female leaders in Sarawak. This donation will support programs that help underprivileged women and children in the region.

Cha Jeong-Whan, Senior Vice President of OCI Holdings, who participated in the flood relief efforts, said, "OCI TerraSus is one of the company’s key global production hubs. It plays a crucial role in OCI Group’s mission to create a sustainable future. We will continue working alongside local communities to increase awareness of well-being among Sarawak residents and carry out various corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects for Sarawak’s development."

Holds the First “Safety Day” Event to promote workplace safety 

OCI TerraSus hosted its “Safety Day” event on the morning of the 20th of last month at its production site in Bintulu, Sarawak. This event aimed to raise awareness about the importance of safety culture, emphasizing that safety is a shared value among both management and employees.

The program included national ceremony, safety briefings, opening remarks, establishment of safety policies and goals, safety pledge, expert training, panel discussions, exemplary employee awards and the announcement of the new company name. 

Around 600 people gathered at the event promising their commitment to following safety regulations by chanting the slogan "THINK SAFE, WORK SAFE, ALWAYS SAFE, GOAL ZERO!" 

Key executives including OCI Holdings Chairman Lee Woo-Hyun, Vice Chairman Kim Teak-Joong, OCI TerraSus CEO Dato Dr. Anas Alam Faizli, as well as key officials from Malaysia’s Ministry of Human Resources, Sarawak Police Department and Bintulu Fire Department attended this meaningful event.

Chairman Lee, in his opening speech, emphasized the importance of safety, stating, “Our OCI Group has built a long history since 1959 and we fully understand the uncompromising importance of safety. Moving forward, I urge all employees to make safety a top priority. The company will do its utmost to provide a safe working environment for everyone.”

OCI TerraSus plans to internalize a sense of safety among employees through safety-related events such as Safety Day and safety training, while also working continuously with relevant organizations to prevent workplace accidents.