Key Initiatives
We are fully committed to becoming an agent of change for the benefit of present and future generations.
Deepavali Hamper Distribution: A Gift of Unity and Support for the Ladang Dovenby Community
In the spirit of Deepavali, our Kanthan Plant organised a hamper distribution event on Monday, 28 October, for the local community of Taman Dovenby, Sg. Siput. This initiative aimed not only to provide essential support for underprivileged families but also to strengthen the bond between YTL Cement and the local community.
UIRC Roadshow at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia: A Stepping Stone for Young Researchers
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) recently hosted the University-Industry Research Consortium (UIRC) Roadshow, continuing its mission to foster collaboration between academia and industry. The event, held at the university’s Faculty of Science and Technology, drew enthusiastic participation from students and faculty members, underscoring the growing interest in limestone karst studies.
Sustainability in Action: National Environment Day Celebrated with Green Initiatives in Langkawi
The Langkawi Plant team and The Penang Port Commission (PPC) jointly organised the Program Penghijauan Sempena Hari Alam Sekitar Negara 2024 on 22 October 2024.
Kedah Cement Jetty Sdn Bhd in Langkawi hosted the event, with support from the Forestry Department of Kedah, showcasing collaborative efforts in environmental stewardship and community engagement.
Universiti Malaysia Sabah Hosts Second University-Industry Research Consortium (UIRC) Roadshow
The Faculty of Science and Natural Resources at Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) recently hosted the second University-Industry Research Consortium (UIRC) Roadshow, aimed at strengthening academic-industry collaboration and promoting research in the limestone karst field. The event saw active participation from geology students and lecturers.
First University-Industry Research Consortium (UIRC) Steering Committee Meeting Sets Strategic Direction
The UIRC recently held its first Steering Committee Meeting, approving several significant initiatives of the research consortium. The UIRC, launched by YTL Cement and the Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE) in 2023, represents a landmark partnership between universities and industries. Over the next five years, the UIRC will provide scholarships to up to 40 Master’s and PhD students, supporting research endeavours focused on the sustainability of tropical limestone karst landscapes in Malaysia.
First Aid Training for Langkawi School Teachers
Our Langkawi Plant team recently organised a first aid training session for local teachers from Langkawi schools. The training was conducted by Power Solutions Training Management PLT for teachers from Sekolah Kebangasaan Ewa and Sekolah Kebangsaan Penghulu Ahmad.
Langkawi Plant Celebrates Hari Raya Aidiladha with Local Community
Our Langkawi team recently organised a Hari Raya Aidiladha celebration at the Langkawi Plant Housing Surau for 200 community members. 30 employees from the plant volunteered for the event, distributing 150 kg of meat to communities from across Teluk Yu, Ewa, Kampung Belibis, and Kubang Badak.
Tanah Kita, Masa Depan Kita: Sahut Citra Hari Alam Sekitar Sedunia 2024 Dengan Aktiviti Kemasyarakatan
CHEMOR, 22 Jun 2024 – BUILDS, bahagian tanggungjawab sosial korporat (CSR) YTL Cement, yang merupakan kumpulan pembekal bahan binaan terbesar di Malaysia bersama Global Environmental Centre (GEC), menganjurkan inisiatif kelestarian alam sekitar dengan menjayakan Program Kutip Sambil Riadah (KUDAH) bersempena dengan Hari Alam Sekitar Sedunia 2024 di Kebun Komuniti Taman Chemor Idaman, Perak
First University-Industry Research Consortium Roadshow Held in Universiti Malaysia Kelantan Kampus Jeli
The University-Industry Research Consortium (UIRC) recently embarked on its first roadshow at Universiti Malaysia Kelantan Kampus Jeli (UMK Jeli) to promote the UIRC initiative to geology and geoscience students. Nearly 200 students and 10 lecturers from the Faculty of Earth Science participated in the event.
Kanthan and Langkawi Plants Bring Cheer to Students Through Back-to-School Programme
Our colleagues in Kanthan and Langkawi Plants recently organised their annual back-to-school programme to foster the spirit of learning and spread cheer among young learners. This initiative, under the BUILDS Community and Potential pillars, aims to support children's access to quality education.
Malaysia’s First University-Industry Research Consortium
YTL Cement and the Ministry of Higher Education (KPT) have jointly launched the country’s first University-Industry Research Consortium, in collaboration with five top local universities: Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah, Universiti Malaysia Sabah dan Universiti Malaysia Sarawak.
Restoring Langkawi’s Coral Reefs
The Kedah Department of Environment, alongside Rakan Alam Sekitar (RAS), celebrated Hari Alam Sekitar Negara 2023 (HASN 2023) at Jerumuk Island. The event is a collective commitment towards fostering community awareness and responsibility in preserving and conserving Langkawi’s marine ecosystem through a coral rack planting activity.
BUILDS’ Second Recycling Open Day
On the 14th of October 2023, the momentum of sustainability continued to grow as BUILDS hosted its second Recycling Open Day at Wisma YTL Cement. This remarkable event, in collaboration with Geo Alam Environmental, aimed to inspire and promote sustainable waste management practices, all in conjunction with Hari Alam Sekitar Negara 2023.
HASN Celebrations at Kolej Vokasional Kuala Kangsar, Perak
We collaborated with Kolej Vokasional Kuala Kangsar (KVKK) to organise a host of activities in conjuction with HASN 2023 which was officiated by the Perak Department of Environment (DOE) Director. The event was aimed at fostering environmental awareness and combating environmental pollution, as well as empowering students and the Perak community to embrace a sustainable lifestyle.
Kloth Woman Up Programme
We held our first Recycling Open Day in December 2022. This initiative was a collaborative effort by Geo Alam Environmental (GAE) and YTL Hotels in collaboration with our CSR arm, BUILDS. We collected more than 2,400 kg of recyclable items, which were sold for RM1,580.00. All proceeds were donated to Kloth Malaysia Bhd.