The company further strengthened its global sustainability standing in the 2025 Sustainability Policy Transparency Toolkit assessment, ranking sixth with an overall score of 95.1%, up from 14th place in 2024.
JOHOR BARU: Johor Plantations Group Bhd
(JPG) has received a 3-star environmental, social and governance (ESG) rating under the FTSE Russell ESG Ratings framework, marking a major milestone in the group’s sustainability journey.
JPG in a statement yesterday said the ESG rating supports its inclusion in the FTSE4Good Bursa Malaysia Index on Dec 22, 2025, following Bursa Malaysia’s announcement on Dec 11, 2025.
The company is also listed in the FTSE Bursa Malaysia Shariah Index, reflecting strong governance standards and adherence to syariah-compliant operations.
JPG is also represented across several FTSE Bursa Malaysia indices, including the Mid 70 Index, the Top 100 Index, the Palm Oil Plantation Index, and the Emas Shariah Index, highlighting its robust market presence.
The company further strengthened its global sustainability standing in the 2025 Sustainability Policy Transparency Toolkit (Spott) assessment, ranking sixth with an overall score of 95.1%, up from 14th place in 2024.
Spott evaluates 100 palm oil producers, processors, and traders worldwide based on public disclosure of organisation, policies, and ESG practices.
Meanwhile, the development of JPG’s flagship Integrated Sustainable Palm Oil Complex (iSPOC) in Sedili has surpassed 60% completion as of December 2025 and remains on track to be completed in the first half of 2026.
According to the statement, iSPOC will support the group’s downstream integration strategy and strengthen its long-term operational resilience.
“Overall, these ESG recognitions, index inclusions, and strategic developments underscore JPG’s continued focus on responsible growth and long-term value creation as it strengthens its position as an integrated agribusiness group,” it said. — Bernama
