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SunCon Secures 67% of FY2019 Target in First Quarter
Secured 67% of FY2019 target new order book of RM1.5 billion.
Outstanding order book of RM5.7 billion.
Plans to sustain performance through ASEAN expansion strategy and internal orders.
Revenue of RM 440.0 million and profit before tax of RM 40.1 for FY2019 Q1.
Bubur Lambuk Distribution
A total of 7,000 packs of bubur lambuk will be distributed in various locations in Penang, Johor, Selangor and Kuala Lumpur..
Giving New Life to Old Plastics
More than 2,000 tonnes of plastic wastes have been transformed into bricks for the construction of shelters, housing, medical centers, and classrooms. Columbian startup Conceptos Plasticos helps changing the lives of at-risk communities with its unique and recyclable “Bloqueplas’ bricks.
The startup promotes sustainable development by addressing the environmental problem of plastic waste and the rural housing deficit in Columbia.
Driving Sustainability As a Business
China’s largest e-commerce platform by revenue has been practising sustainability as part of its long-term business strategy since its inception.
JD.com invested more than RM 605 million into the Green Steam Initiative where consumers are incentivised for choosing recyclable packaging for their orders.
Corporate partners are engaged to promote recycled packaging across the supply chain.
Superlative Sunway
Sunway’s many business units prove to be the leaders in their field with a collection of accolades from various prestigious award.
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Society
Discover the best of both worlds with this new loyalty collaboration!
This conversion initiative will allow members of both programmes to use their Enrich Miles or Sunway Pals Points for an expanding array of rewards, allowing members to enjoy more value from their programme.
Education
Forbes Asia’s 2019 Heroes of Philanthropy
Forbes Asia today announced its annual Heroes of Philanthropy list, highlighting 30 outstanding altruists in the Asia-Pacific region.. The list includes billionaires, entrepreneurs and celebrities across the region who are committed to solving some of the most pressing issues facing the Asia-Pacific.
Society
‘Tis the Season of Giving
To some, the greatest gift they may receive this festive season is food on their tables, or dignity in times of crisis..
There are many ways to give back to society. It may not always be about money, sometimes, it means more just by giving our time and energy to help the less fortunate.
Society
Five Reasons Why Autsome is Awesome
Sunway Putra Mall is paving the way for autism friendly shopping in Malaysia with their Autsome initiative aimed at supporting and raising awareness on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)..
“Autsome” or short for “Autism is Awesome” is a phrase created to educate the public and to advocate and celebrate the autism community.
Innovation
Cashless and Ticketless Parking with Sunway Smart Parking
Parking in Sunway City Kuala Lumpur will be made easier thanks to the rise of digitalisation..
Soon, it will be possible to enter and exit specific premises within the city without having to use a parking ticket..
Sustainability
Five Things You Can Do to Fight Climate Change
The climate is rapidly changing, and so should we.. By modifying how we live, we can reduce our carbon footprint, and hopefully, help slow down the effects of climate change..
Education
Light at the End of The Lost World
Deepavali, or some might call it Diwali, is celebrated for different reasons.. However, all of them symbolise the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, good over evil, hope over despair..
Healthcare
Five Reasons Why Sunway Pharmacy is Different from Other Pharmacies
Feeling under the weather and in need of a quick, pick-me-up? Visit the flagship and the 15th store of Sunway Pharmacy, officially launched at Sunway Pyramid on October 17.
Healthcare
Five Supplements to Boost Your Overall Well-Being
In an ideal world, all of us would be healthy and happy thanks to the sufficient amount of nutrients in our bodies.. To achieve this, one would need to have enough sleep, be suitably hydrated, and consume proper amount of greens and fruits consistently every day – a reality that isn’t quite possible in today’s busy and hectic world..
Education
The Recipe of Success
In January, Malaysia’s National Pastry Team made history when it won first place at the World Pastry Cup 2019 (Coupe du Monde de la Patisserie) in Lyon, France..
Led by Patrick Siau, head chef and teaching fellow at Sunway University’s School of Hospitality, the team – comprising Tan Wei Loon, Otto Tay and Loi Ming Ai – beat teams from Japan, Italy and 18 other countries.
Society
Five Mental Health Myths You Need to Stop Believing
You’ve heard them before – ‘Depression is a choice,' 'People with mental health issues should snap out of it', ‘Only teenage girls self-harm’.
Society
Driving Wellness at Work
One-third of an adult’s life is typically spent at work.. While work can be tiring and stressful at times, it can also be meaningful, as it enables a person to actively contribute to the development and well-being of themselves, their families and society.
Education
Journey to Entrepreneurship
The work of building a nation begins in the classroom.. Sarena Cheah, Managing Director of Sunway Berhad’s Property Division turned a classroom discussion into an exciting business pitching session, alongside Teach for Malaysia (TFM) Fellow Munirah Jamalludin.
Society
Does Everyone Have a Doppelgänger?
Your face is one of your most unique features and is usually what people remember you for..
With more than 7 billion people inhabiting our planet, it may not seem so unlikely that someone out there could resemble you.. But that uniqueness may not be entirely true as the probability of your “twin” walking around is higher than you might expect!
Society
Making Equal Employment Opportunity Possible
Turning 13 this year, the Sunway Job Training Programme continues to train students with learning disorder, allowing them to discover their potential as well as gaining working experience.