MIRI, 25 April – Sarawak Oil Palms Berhad (SOP) recently hosted the Malaysian Palm Oil Certificate of Tourism-Related Education (CTRE) Programme in collaboration with the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC), aimed at enhancing awareness of Malaysia’s palm oil industry among licensed tourist guides.Held at SOP’s premises in Miri, the session welcomed over 40 tourist guides from across the region, led by Assistant General Manager, Sustainability, Promotions & Communication, Razita Abdul Razak. The visitors were received by SOP’s Head of Sustainability, Galau Melayong, who delivered a brief Sustainability Talk, highlighting the Group’s responsible practices and commitment to sustainability.
Participants were introduced to various aspects of the industry, including an overview of the Malaysian palm oil sector, the health and nutritional benefits of palm oil, and a focused discussion on sustainability efforts. Common misconceptions were also addressed, equipping tourist guides with accurate, balanced information for both local and international visitors.
Galau said “This initiative by MPOC is crucial in bridging the gap between the palm oil industry and the public. By empowering tourist guides with accurate knowledge, we are enabling them to become ambassadors of truth and sustainability in their interactions with visitors.”
A key highlight was the presentation of MPOC’s educational module, developed to support the tourism industry in communicating effectively on topics such as environmental impact, industry standards, and the role of palm oil in daily life.
The visit included a guided tour of SOP’s operations, offering firsthand insight into its plantation management, led by the Estate Managers.
SOP is proud to support MPOC’s educational efforts and remains committed to fostering public understanding, transparency, and positive engagement around the palm oil industry.