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About this Report
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About this Report
Table of Contents 
About this Report	
2  
Scope and Boundary
2
Reporting Framework
2
Assurance
2
Feedback
2
Forward-Looking Statements
2
01.
Sustainability Governance 
Structure	
18 
 
Corporate Governance and Ethical Business Practices
19
Risk Management and Business Continuity
21
05.
Human Capital	
39  
Health and Safety
39
Occupational Health and Safety (“OHS”) Systems
39
COVID-19 response
40
Health and Safety Performance Indicators
41
Employee Engagement and Satisfaction
45
Talent Attraction and Retention
46
Diversity and Inclusion
47
09.
Intellectual Capital	
60  
Nutrition, Health and Wellness
60
Data Protection
61
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Manufactured Capital	
49  
Quality and Safety
49
10.
Financial Capital	
51  
Economic Performance
51
11.
Social & Relationship 
Capital	
52 
 
Brand Image and Reputation
52
Customer Satisfaction
52
Human Rights
53
Supply Chain Management
54
Community Engagement and Development
54
12.
About PPB	
4  
Corporate Vision, Mission and Values
4
Our Businesses at a Glance
5
Our Sustainability Journey
8
FY2022 at a Glance
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PPB’s Material 
Sustainability Matters	
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Materiality Assessment Process
24
Materiality Matrix
24
Mapping our Material Sustainability Matters
26
07.
Natural Capital	
28  
Climate Change
28
Energy Efficiency and Adoption of Renewable Energy
30
Waste Management
33
Water Management
34
Sustainable Packaging
37
08.
PPB’s Sustainability 
Approach	
11 
 
Our Sustainability Policy
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United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (“UN SDGs”)
12
Sustainability Targets
14
Value Creation Model
16
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A Message from the 
Chairman of the 
Sustainability Steering 
Committee	
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02.
Stakeholder 
Engagement	
22
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Conclusion	
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Abbreviations	
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GRI Content Index	
63
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A Message from the Chairman of the Sustainability Steering Committee
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About this Report
(GRI 2-1, GRI 2-2, GRI 2-3, GRI 2-4, GRI 2-5)
A Message from the Chairman of 
the Sustainability Steering Committee
PPB Group Berhad (“PPB”) and its subsidiaries (“the Group”) are 
pleased to present our 2022 Sustainability Report (“Report”). 
This Report employs the International Integrated Reporting 
Framework (“<IR> Framework”) which holistically incorporates 
the six essential capitals relevant to the Group’s business 
strategy, governance, and value creation. It also includes 
the Value Creation Model which entails our commitments 
and pillars that strengthen our overall position. This year, we 
updated our Sustainability and Human Rights policies, as 
well as developed new policies on Climate Change, Waste 
Management and Nutrition – all of which were approved by 
the PPB Board in February 2023. In striving to make a positive 
impact, our Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) 
initiatives reinforce our commitment to make a difference within 
our business and externally. 
Scope and Boundary
The scope of this Report takes into consideration the ESG 
initiatives and performance across our five main business 
segments in Malaysia: Grains and Agribusiness, Consumer 
Products, Film Exhibition and Distribution, Property, and 
Environmental Engineering and Utilities as well as PPB’s 
headquarters in Kuala Lumpur. Focusing on the period between 
1 January 2022 and 31 December 2022, this Report covers the 
financial year 2022 (“FY2022”).
The Group entered into an agreement in 2022 to dispose 
of its interest in CWM Group Sdn Bhd (“CWM”) under the 
Environmental Engineering and Utilities segment. With the 
completion of the divestment in November 2022, the Group 
has exited the sewage treatment, flood mitigation and water 
engineering business. Moving forward, the Environmental 
Engineering and Utilities segment will be removed from our 
reporting. For disclosure purposes in this Report, ESG data 
from CWM will cover the period from 1 January to 30 September 
2022. 
For the abbreviations used in this report for the Grains and 
Agribusiness segment, please refer to Page 62.
Reporting Framework
This Report was prepared with reference to Bursa Malaysia’s 
Main Market Listing Requirements and the Sustainability 
Reporting Guide (3rd edition). We also referred to the Global 
Reporting Initiative (“GRI”) Standards when preparing the 
Report and have further aligned our ESG efforts with the United 
Nations Sustainable Development Goals (“UN SDGs”). 
Assurance
The data in this Report has not been independently verified by 
a third party. The Group is currently working on implementing 
an internal review process, with the goal of incorporating third-
party assurance into future reporting.
Feedback
We welcome feedback from our stakeholders to improve our 
reporting and sustainability practices. All comments or enquiries 
about this Report can be directed to:
Email: 
corporateaffairs@ppb.com.my
Telephone no.:
603-2726 0088
Office address: PPB Group Berhad (Sustainability Department),
Letter Box No. 115, 12th Floor UBN Tower,
No. 10 Jalan P. Ramlee, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, 
Malaysia.
Forward-Looking Statements
This Report contains forward-looking statements, which may 
be identified by words or phrases such as ‘should,’ ‘would,’ 
‘target,’ and ‘will’. Such statements should not be interpreted 
as a guarantee of future operational practices or initiatives, 
as actual results may differ significantly from these forward-
looking statements due to challenges that may arise in an ever-
changing business and operating environment.
Dear Valued Stakeholders
2022 remained a challenging year for most businesses, 
mainly as a consequence of the war in Ukraine whereby we 
witnessed intense volatility in commodity prices, high inflation 
and rising interest rates. These macro developments have 
tested the resilience of our company and we wrapped up 2022 
on a positive note despite the presence of unprecedented 
challenges. We continue to stay focused on our strategic efforts 
to drive the long-term sustainability of our core businesses.
 
We are pleased to present our Sustainability Report which 
reflects our achievements and progress in all our business 
segments for the financial year 2022. This year, we have 
incorporated the International Integrated Reporting Framework 
(“<IR> Framework”) citing the six essential capitals namely 
Natural Capital, Human Capital, Manufactured Capital, Financial 
Capital, Social and Relationship Capital and Intellectual Capital 
relevant to our business model and value creation.
 
Sustainability is an integral part of achieving our vision to be a 
market leader in our core businesses reputed for our sustainable 
quality products and services. Our 5-year Sustainability 
Roadmap (2022 to 2026) has shaped the direction of the 
Group in achieving our ESG targets and initiatives. In 2022, 
we developed three new standalone policies on Climate 
Change, Waste Management and Nutrition, which outline our 
commitments in these respective areas. The three new policies, 
together with our updated Sustainability Policy and Human 
Rights Policy were approved by the PPB Board in February 
2023. 
 
Our ESG contributions are strategically aligned with nine 
UN SDGs where we believe we can make the greatest impact. 
We have also invested in the community, particularly in 
supporting vulnerable groups to address challenges during the 
transition from pandemic to endemic.
 
Our key senior management team is driving our sustainability 
commitments by adopting sustainability targets in all our 
business segments. We engage our employees through CSR 
activities and awareness training on subjects related to the 
Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (“TCFD”) 
and zero waste.
 
Additional highlights of the Group’s sustainability efforts in 
FY2022 include:
• PPB has been listed in the FTSE4Good Index Series since 
2018 and has improved overall score rating in environment, 
social and governance areas.
• Invested more than RM3.0 million into CSR initiatives 
benefiting more than 16,000 community members.
• Zero fatalities were recorded across the Group.
• 88% of non-hazardous waste was diverted from landfills.
• 46% increase in employee training hours.
• Additional commitments made for FY2023 to expedite the 
adoption of renewable energy. 
As we look ahead to the future, the Group will continue 
capitalising on the fundamentals built in 2022 in the areas of 
people, technology and sustainability, as well as investing in 
building non-financial capitals that drive long-term value for all 
stakeholders. 
Lim Soon Huat
Managing Director 
Chairman of the Sustainability Steering Committee
23 March 2023

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About PPB
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About PPB
About PPB
(GRI 2-6)
Corporate Vision, Mission and Values
VISION STATEMENT
To be a market leader in our core businesses reputed for our 
sustainable quality products and services.
MISSION STATEMENT
To strengthen our leadership position in our core businesses in 
Malaysia, expand regionally for further growth, invest in related 
activities for greater synergy and increase shareholder value, 
in a socially and environmentally responsible manner through 
management excellence.
CORPORATE OBJECTIVES
• Create Value for Shareholders
	
Optimise sustainable returns on investment for shareholders.
• Strengthen Market Position
	
Enhance and strengthen leadership position in our core 
operations and related businesses to capitalise on scale 
and integration for optimum cost-efficiency.
• Capitalise on Synergies
	
To seek synergy and leverage on the Group’s operations to 
optimise growth and strength.
• Improve Efficiency and Productivity
	
Leverage on technology and embrace innovation to further 
drive operational efficiency to ensure best-of-class operating 
standards.
• Secure Future Growth
	
Expand our core operations and create new business 
opportunities 
through 
prudent 
and 
forward-looking 
investment strategies in new and emerging trends as well 
as market segments both locally and regionally.
• Uphold Corporate Social Responsibility
	
Embrace responsible corporate citizenship focused on 
generating economic returns with positive contributions to 
the community.
• Care for the Environment
	
Practise sensible and proper environment-friendly standards 
in our business operations in accordance to legal and 
regulatory requirements.
• Uphold Good Corporate Governance
	
Observe optimum standards of transparency, accountability 
and integrity in our business practices and corporate 
performance.
• Build Organisational Agility
	
Enhance agility in business and operational practices to 
meet ever-changing business demands.
• Develop Human Capital
	
Build leadership and people capabilities that drive 
organisation success.
• Drive Customer Centricity
	
Be customer-focused in our product and service offerings to 
build customer loyalty.
PPB Group Berhad (“PPB”) is an investment holding and property investment company listed on the 
Main Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad, the Malaysian stock exchange. Incorporated in 
Malaysia in 1968, the PPB Group today is a conglomerate with total assets and market capitalisation 
of RM28.93 billion and RM24.81 billion respectively as at 31 December 2022. 
About PPB
(GRI 2-6)
Our Businesses at a Glance 
GRAINS & AGRIBUSINESS
CONSUMER PRODUCTS
FLOUR MILLING
FFM Group operates five flour mills in Malaysia with a total 
milling capacity of 2,820 mt/day. Overseas, FFM Group operates 
two flour mills in Vietnam, and one in Indonesia. In Thailand, 
the Group operates a 670 mt/day flour mill through its 43.4% 
associate, Kerry Flour Mills Limited. FFM Group also has 20% 
interest in eight associates in China engaged in flour milling.
ANIMAL FEED MILLING
FFM Group is one of the key feed millers in Malaysia and 
operates five feed mills in Peninsular and East Malaysia with a 
total production capacity of 66,000 mt/month.
LIVESTOCK FARMING
FFM Farms Sdn Bhd operates 2 broiler breeder farms with a 
combined estimated production capacity of 3.05 million broiler 
chicks per month, and a layer farm with an estimated monthly 
production capacity of 20.5 million eggs to complement the 
Group’s animal feed milling operations.
CONSUMER PRODUCTS DISTRIBUTION
FFM Marketing Sdn Bhd (FMSB) has established a strong 
distribution network and currently distributes a wide range of 
fast-moving consumer goods under its own brands as well as 
other international and local brands. FMSB has 13 warehouses 
with a total warehousing capacity of 450,000 sq ft.
BAKERY
The Italian Baker Sdn Bhd operates a state-of-the art baking 
plant in Pulau Indah with five fully automated production lines 
using the latest American and European technology. The 
production lines comprise 10,000 loaves-per-hour and 6,000 
loaves-per-hour bread lines; a 24,000 rolls-per-hour line; a 
15,000 cake-per-hour line; and a 6,000 buns-per-hour line.
FOOD PROCESSING 
FFM Further Processing Sdn Bhd (FFP) operates two 
production lines at its HACCP-certified plant located in Pulau 
Indah, Klang. FFP specialises in producing a wide range of 
frozen food under the “Marina” brand. The “Marina” brand 
offers a premium selection of ready-to-eat sausages, chicken 
nuggets and burgers.

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FILM EXHIBITION & DISTRIBUTION
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PROPERTY
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Business Segment
Business Division
Location
Grains and Agribusiness
FFM Berhad (HQ)
Sungai Buloh, Selangor
Flour and Feed Milling
FFM Berhad (Pulau Indah)
Johor Bahru Flour Mill Sdn Bhd 
FFM Grains & Mills Sdn Bhd
Pulau Indah, Selangor
Prai, Penang
Pasir Gudang, Johor
Flour Milling
Johor Bahru Flour Mill Sdn Bhd
FFM Grains & Mills Sdn Bhd 
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Kuching, Sarawak
Animal Feed Milling
FFM (Sabah) Sdn Bhd
FFM Feedmills (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Kuching, Sarawak
Livestock Farming
FFM Farms Sdn Bhd
Gurun, Kedah 
Trong, Perak
Sua Betong, Negeri Sembilan
Consumer Products
Consumer Products Distribution
FFM Marketing Sdn Bhd
12 branches across Malaysia
Sungai Buloh, Selangor
Bakery
The Italian Baker Sdn Bhd
8 branches across Malaysia
Pulau Indah, Selangor
Food Processing
FFM Further Processing Sdn Bhd
Pulau Indah, Selangor
Film Exhibition and 
Distribution
Cinema Operations
PPB Leisure Holdings Sdn Bhd
Golden Screen Cinemas Sdn Bhd (HQ)
GSC Movies Sdn Bhd
Cinead Sdn Bhd
Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Property
Property
PPB Property Development Sdn Bhd
PPB Hartabina Sdn Bhd
South Island Mining Company Sdn Bhd (Plantation)
Seletar Sdn Bhd (Plantation)
Cathay Screen Cinemas Sdn Bhd
Cathay Theatres Sdn Bhd
Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan
Bedong, Kedah
Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Business segments covered under the scope of the Sustainability Report
Legend: 
• Grains and 
Agribusiness
• Consumer Products
• Film Exhibition and 
Distribution
• Property
FILM EXHIBITION
Golden Screen Cinemas Sdn Bhd is the leading cinema 
exhibitor in Malaysia and operates the largest cinema chain 
in the country with 491 screens at 52 locations in major cities 
nationwide. In Vietnam, the Group operates at 19 locations 
with a total of 111 screens.
FILM DISTRIBUTION
GSC Movies Sdn Bhd acquires and distributes films to cinemas 
and sub-licences movie content to television (pay TV & free 
TV), over-the-top (OTT) platform and hotel operators. It is 
the largest local distributor of Chinese, independent English 
and foreign language films, and distributes films to cinemas 
throughout Malaysia, Brunei, Vietnam and Cambodia. GSC 
Movies distributed a total of 74 films in 2022.
PPB Properties, which encompasses the property-based 
activities of PPB Group Berhad, is committed to giving 
homeowners, business operators, and investors a range 
of value-crafted residential, retail, and commercial spaces 
designed to meet the community’s needs. 
INVESTMENT PROPERTIES
PPB owns and manages five retail/commercial properties 
namely:
• Cheras LeisureMall in Taman Segar, Kuala Lumpur
• Cheras Plaza in Taman Segar, Kuala Lumpur
• Megah Rise Mall in Taman Megah, Petaling Jaya
• New World Park in Lorong Swatow, Georgetown, Penang
• The Whiteaways Arcade, Beach Street, Penang
PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT
The Group’s most recent property development project is 
Megah Rise, a mixed development in Taman Megah, Petaling 
Jaya which consists of 228 condominium units and a retail 
podium.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
The Group also provides project management services for 
property development projects under various PPB Group 
companies and affiliates. The major projects include:
• Southern Marina Residences in Iskandar Puteri, Johor
• The LINC, Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur

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About PPB
(GRI 2-6)
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
Environment
• Published first Sustainability 
Statement.
• Began reporting on electricity 
consumption for each business unit.
Social
• Zero fatalities across the Group set as 
target.
Governance
• Conducted materiality assessment.
• Benchmarking exercise against 
industry peers.
• Conducted ESG gap analysis.
Environment
• Introduced time-specific short-term and long-term targets 
for energy use intensity and carbon emissions reduction 
for flour and animal feed milling division.
• Converted majority of cinema concessions’ plastic 
packaging to biodegradable options.
• Oil palm entities fully MSPO certified.
Social
• Implemented Human Rights Policy in the supply chain.
• Established food traceability list for items prepared in-
house for cinema concessions.
• Obtained HACCP certification for 7 cinema concessions.
• Achieved zero fatalities across the Group.
Governance
• Implemented Group Anti-Bribery and Corruption 
Framework and Policy.
• Updated Group’s Whistleblowing Policy and Procedures.
• Added ’Pandemic impact and business continuity’ as a 
material matter in the Group’s materiality matrix.
Environment
• Developed new policies on Climate Change 
and Waste Management which were 
adopted in February 2023.
• Invested more than RM4 million in 
renewable energy.
Social
• Updated Human Rights Policy and 
developed Nutrition Policy which was 
adopted in February 2023.
• Achieved zero fatalities across the Group.
• A total of 23 cinema concessions have 
obtained HACCP Certification as at the end 
of 2022.
Governance
• Continued implementation of 5-year 
Sustainability Roadmap.
• Updated Sustainability Policy.
• Updated materiality assessment.
Environment
• Adopted Sustainability Policy.
• Commissioned energy audit/ reduction for flour and 
animal feed milling and cinema divisions.
• Began reporting Scope 3 (business travel) emissions for 
flour and animal feed milling division.
• Cinema division reduced water consumption by 4.3%.
• Commissioned water footprint assessment/ reduction plan 
for cinema and property divisions.
Social
• Adopted Human Rights Policy.
• Livestock farming division achieved 30.8% reduction in 
accidents.
• Cinema division launched nutritional information for GSC’s 
hot foods.
Governance
• PPB Group Berhad included in FTSE4Good Index Series.
Environment
• Commissioned carbon footprint 
assessment for flour and 
animal feed milling and cinema 
divisions.
• Began reporting on Scope 1 
and Scope 2 emissions, and 
emissions intensity for flour and 
animal feed milling and cinema 
divisions.
• Established Sustainability 
Steering Committee.
• Cinema division launched single 
use plastic bottle recycling at its 
cinemas.
Social
• Livestock farming division 
achieved 31.6% reduction in 
accidents.
Governance
• Established CSR Task Force. 
Environment
• Introduced energy use intensity targets 
for flour and animal feed milling, livestock 
farming, cinema and property divisions. 
• Introduced target to convert 
fluorescent to LED bulbs at all chicken 
houses in livestock division.
• Began reporting on Scope 3 (business 
travel) emissions for cinema division.
• Flour and animal feed milling and 
cinema divisions implemented 
applicable and practicable 
recommendations in energy reduction 
plan.
• Cinema and property divisions 
implemented applicable and 
practicable recommendations in water 
reduction plan.
Social
• Zero fatalities across the Group set as 
annual target.
Governance
• Reviewed Group materiality 
assessment and carried out benchmark 
study for key business units.
Environment
• Adopted UN SDG 13: Climate Action.
• Completed conversion of fluorescent to 
energy saving LED bulbs at applicable 
chicken houses.
• Invested more than RM9 million in 
renewable energy and energy saving 
initiatives. 
• Developed a 5-year sustainability 
roadmap for the Group to close the gaps 
identified through the gap analysis.
Social
• Achieved zero fatalities across the 
Group.
Governance
• Reviewed and consolidated the 
number of material matters to 20.
• Conducted a materiality reassessment. 
• Conducted a gap analysis against the 
FTSE4Good indicators as well as the 
GRI Standards to strengthen our ESG 
performance and reporting.
Our Sustainability Journey

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PPB’s Sustainability Approach
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About PPB
About PPB
(GRI 2-6)
FY2022 at a Glance
Key Highlights
PPB’s Sustainability Approach
(GRI 2-22, GRI 2-23, GRI 2-24)
PPB is a diversified conglomerate, and we aspire to achieve 
sustainable excellence in all our business activities by 
integrating sustainable practices into everyday business and 
aligning them with the company’s vision and core values. 
Our Sustainability Policy
In FY2022, we updated our Sustainability Policy to better 
articulate how we embed ESG practices in our operational 
activities. The policy, which is founded on three core aspects 
- Environment, Human Rights and Labour Practices, and Ethics 
and Marketplace - guide our efforts in addressing ESG issues 
that are important to the Group. The policy has been approved 
by the Board of Directors in February 2023 and is available 
on our corporate website at www.ppbgroup.com. To further 
elaborate on our sustainability commitments, the revised policy 
on Human Rights and new policies on Climate Change, Waste 
Management and Nutrition were adopted at the same time and 
these policies can also be viewed on our website.
Environmental 
The Group recognises the importance of environmental 
protection, climate action and biodiversity conservation for the 
sustainability of our business and strives to:
• Comply with all applicable environmental and biodiversity-
related regulations;
• Consider ESG practices in decision-making processes and 
activities;
• Improve operational efficiency to minimise environmental 
and climate impact;
• Conduct assessment for biodiversity or environmental 
impacts arising from our operations when required, as well 
as mitigate disturbance to the habitat and wildlife; and
• Educate and promote environmental and biodiversity 
awareness among stakeholders.
Human Rights & Labour Practices
The policy outlines our commitment to good workplace 
practices based on the following principles:
• Non-Discrimination
• Fair Employment Conditions
• Health and Safety
• Workplace Security 
• Privacy/ Data Protection
• No Child or Forced Labour or Human Trafficking
• Community Rights
Ethics & Marketplace
We conduct our business with integrity, transparency and 
accountability to safeguard the Group’s assets and enhance 
long-term shareholder value through:
• Code of Conduct and Ethics
• Product Quality, Food Safety and Halal Compliance
• Clear and Transparent Labelling
• Supplier Engagement
• Privacy and Data Protection 
Listed on FTSE4Good Index Series 
since 2018 and has improved overall score rating in all three 
areas (i.e. environment, social and governance)
> RM4 million 
invested in renewable energy
Zero
fatalities recorded
across the Group
• GSC received the Platinum award in the Entertainment Category, Putra Brand Awards 
2022.
• FFM Grains & Mills (Pasir Gudang) was presented with the SIFIRI (See It, Fix It & Report It) 
award by ARYZTA AG.
• Megah Rise Residensi awarded the GreenRE Gold Certification.
100%
of PPB Group’s operations 
assessed for Anti-Bribery 
and Corruption risks
Completed the installation of 
solar panels 
at two operation sites
Invested 
> RM3 million
into the community

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PPB’s Sustainability Approach
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PPB’s Sustainability Approach
PPB’s Sustainability Approach
(GRI 2-22, GRI 2-23, GRI 2-24)
PPB’s Sustainability Approach
(GRI 2-22, GRI 2-23, GRI 2-24)
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (“UN SDGs”)
The UN SDGs are a set of 17 goals established by the UN General Assembly to promote a global agenda on sustainable development. 
As a conglomerate, we recognise our role in achieving these goals and have strategically aligned our ESG contributions with nine 
(9) goals where we can make the greatest impact by leveraging our core business operations and collaboration opportunities.
SDGs
Target Alignment
Our Contributions in FY2022
1.4	
Equal rights for all to ownership, 
basic services, technology and 
economic resources
• 54 single parents and underserved communities were trained on 
baking, sewing and organic farming. Additional average monthly 
income generated per participant was about RM476.
• Contributed 5 laptops and 5 desktop computers to a welfare 
home to aid 26 students in their online classes and assignments.
• Assisted 27 families and 4 welfare homes in the payment of their 
outstanding utility bills.
2.1	
Ensure access by all people, in 
particular the poor and people 
in vulnerable situations to safe, 
nutritious and sufficient food all 
year long
• RM604,000 worth of food aid distributed to 5,108 recipients 
within 12 welfare homes, RM1,415 worth of food aid to 1 welfare 
home for the elderly, distributed groceries and festive aid to 
1,000 B40 families in conjunction with Deepavali.
• RM645,000 worth of aid to about 8,400 families and 320 
affected staff during the floods.
• Contributed 600 packs of milk powder to 25 orang asli children 
in Sg. Gabai, Ulu Langat for a period of 6 months.
3.8	 Achieve health coverage, including 
financial risk protection and access 
to quality healthcare services for all
• RM6,000 worth of medical care for underserved communities.
6.1	
Achieve universal and equitable 
access to safe and affordable 
drinking water for all
6.2	 Achieve access to adequate and 
equitable sanitation and hygiene 
for all
• 16 sets of sanitation facilities for 7 rural villages in Pahang.
8.3	 Encourage the growth of micro-, 
small-, and medium-sized 
enterprises
8.5	 Achieve full and productive 
employment and decent work for 
all
• Provided rent-free kiosk space at Cheras LeisureMall for 7 
charitable organisations to sell their wares and raise 
awareness of their causes.
• Supported 49 musicians by engaging them to perform at 
GSC’s Jin Gastrobar every Friday and Saturday from August to 
December 2022.
• 100% employees received annual performance review and 
RM586,858 was allocated for employee engagement activities.
10.2	 Empower and promote the social, 
economic and political inclusion of 
all
• Donated RM30,000 to the National Autism Society of Malaysia, 
the Early Autism Project Malaysia and the Autism Café Project in 
support of autism awareness.
• Launched sensory-friendly movie screenings with reduced 
volume and dimmed lighting, with halls specially designed for 
children with autism. 
SDGs
Target Alignment
Our Contributions in FY2022
12.2	 Achieve the sustainable 
management and efficient use of 
natural resources
12.5	 Significantly reduce waste 
generation
• 88% of non-hazardous waste diverted from landfill.
• Organised 5 virtual awareness talks on Zero Waste Living for 
employees of the Group.
13.2	 Integrate climate change measures 
into policies and planning
13.3	 Improve human and institutional 
capacity on climate change
• Developed new Climate Change Policy with commitment towards 
Net Zero which was approved by the Board in February 2023.
• 18 management staff from the Group trained on the Task Force 
on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (“TCFD”) framework.
• 35 staff volunteered in the stream restoration activity organised 
by PPB at Taman Tugu.
16.5	 Substantially reduce corruption 
and bribery in all their forms
16.6	 Develop effective, accountable and 
transparent institutions at all levels
• ZERO cases recorded on bribery and corruption. 
• 100% of the Group’s operations were assessed against anti-
bribery and corruption risks.
• Developed ”Due Diligence Guideline for Procurement” to assess 
bribery and corruption risks of our supply chain.

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PPB’s Sustainability Approach
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PPB’s Sustainability Approach
PPB’s Sustainability Approach
(GRI 2-22, GRI 2-23, GRI 2-24)
PPB’s Sustainability Approach
(GRI 2-22, GRI 2-23, GRI 2-24)
Sustainability TARGETS
The Group establishes annual targets for our business segments to monitor the Group’s ESG performance throughout the reporting 
period. This enables us to prioritise our goals and reset and realign them to meet the expectations of our stakeholders.
Segment
Business 
Division
2022
2023
Target
Performance
Additional Target
HUMAN CAPITAL
Health & Safety
All
All
Zero fatalities1 across the Group 
(annual target).
Achieved
-
Grains & 
Agribusiness, 
Consumer 
Products
All
To reduce Lost Time Accident 
Rate (LTAR) to 0.26 by 2025, using 
2022 as baseline year (0.44).
NATURAL CAPITAL
Energy Use
Grains & 
Agribusiness
Flour & 
animal feed 
milling
Flour mills
Reduce energy use intensity2 (kWh/ MT) 
for wheat milled by 5% by 2025 from a 
baseline of 80.63 kWh/MT (FY2020).
In progress
-
Feed mills 
Reduce energy use intensity3 (kWh/
MT) for feed production by 5% by 
2025 from a baseline of 27.14 kWh/ MT 
(FY2020).
In progress
-
FFM Pulau Indah (FFM PI) mill to 
complete its solar energy project (1,283 
kWp capacity) in 2022.
Achieved
-
Grains & 
Agribusiness
Livestock 
farming
Breeder farms
Energy use intensity to achieve at least 
5.90 kWh/ 100 parent stock.
Not achieved 
(6.06 kWh/ 100 
parent stock)
Energy use intensity to achieve at 
least 5.90 kWh/ 100 parent stock.
Layer farm
Energy use intensity to achieve at least 
1.12 kWh/ 100 commercial layers. 
Achieved
(0.97 kWh/ 100 
commercial layers)
Energy use intensity to achieve at 
least 0.97 kWh/ 100 commercial 
layers.
Consumer 
Products
Bakery
The Italian Baker Sdn Bhd, Pulau Indah 
(TIB) to complete its solar energy 
project (1,302.48 kWp capacity) in 
2022.
Achieved
Food 
Processing
FFM Further Processing Sdn Bhd 
(FFP), Pulau Indah to complete its 
solar energy project4 (1,122 kWp 
capacity) in 2023.
Film Exhibition 
& Distribution
Cinema
Energy use intensity to not exceed 
55 kWh/ show.
Achieved
(52 kWh/ show)
Energy use intensity to not exceed 
52 kWh/ show.
Segment
Business 
Division
2022
2023
Target
Performance
Additional Target
Property
Property5
Energy use intensity to not exceed 
6.8 kWh psf for all buildings under 
management and office spaces.
Not achieved 
(7.55 kWh psf)6
Energy-use intensity to not exceed 
6.8 kWh psf7 for all buildings under 
management and office spaces.
Water Use
Grains & 
Agribusiness
Livestock 
farming
Breeder farms 
Water use intensity to achieve at least 
0.15 m3/ 100 parent stock.
Achieved
(0.15 m3/ 100 
parent stock)
Water use intensity to achieve at 
least 0.15 m3/ 100 parent stock.
Layer farm 
Water use intensity to achieve at least 
0.03 m3/ 100 commercial layers.
Achieved
(0.02 m3/
commercial layers) 
Water use intensity to achieve at 
least 0.02 m3/ 100 commercial 
layers.
Property
Property
Water use intensity to not exceed 
0.32 m3 psf for all buildings under 
management and office spaces.
Achieved
(0.14 m3 psf)6
Water-use intensity to not exceed 
0.14 m3 psf7 for all buildings under 
management and office spaces.
Carbon Emission
All
All
To collect data for GHG Scope 1 
emissions for disclosure in SR 2022.
Achieved
 
To commence tracking data for GHG 
Scope 3 emissions (business travel) for 
disclosure in SR 2023.
In progress
 
Grains & 
Agribusiness
Flour & 
animal feed 
milling
Short term (5 years) 
Reduce GHG emissions8 by 3% by 
2025 from baseline of 40,858 t.CO2e 
(FY2020).
In progress
Long term (10 years)
Reduce GHG emissions by 5% by 2031.
Waste Management
Grains & 
Agribusiness, 
Consumer 
Products
All9
To set up waste management system 
and disclose recycled and non-recycled 
waste data in SR 2022.
Achieved
 
Film Exhibition
& Distribution
Cinema
To collect waste data (used cooking oil) 
for disclosure in SR 2022.
Achieved
(29,478 kg)
To expand on type of waste data 
collection for disclosure.
MANUFACTURED CAPITAL
Quality & Safety
Grains & 
Agribusiness
Flour 
milling
To obtain 100% FSSC 22000 certification 
for all of our flour mills. JBFM KK is the 
last of our mills to be certified.
In progress
(Expected 
completion in 2023)
INTELLECTUAL CAPITAL
Nutrition, Health and Wellness
Film Exhibition 
& Distribution
Cinema
To introduce new snacks and food 
that are healthier
(Note: Targets reporting on the Environmental Engineering & Utilities segment has been discontinued following the divestment of CWM in 2022.)
1	 Covers all fatalities (employees and non-employees) which occur in any of the Group’s premises.
2	 Annual energy use intensity for flour will depend on the type of wheat used and products’ specification by customers. 
3	 Annual energy use intensity for feed production will depend on the type of feed milled (i.e. pelletised or non-pelletised).
4	 The site is shared with Kart Food Industries Sdn Bhd.
5	 Excludes Cathay Screen Cinemas Sdn Bhd and Cathay Theatres Sdn Bhd.
6	 Includes 3 months actual usage of newly launched Megah Rise Mall.
7	 Excludes Megah Rise Mall. Updated target including Megah Rise Mall will be further determined.
8	 Annual GHG emissions for feed production will depend on type of feed milled (i.e. pelletised or non-pelletised).
8	 Remaining business divisions to disclose waste data.

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PPB’s Sustainability Approach
PPB’s Sustainability Approach
(GRI 2-22, GRI 2-23, GRI 2-24)
PPB’s Sustainability Approach
(GRI 2-22, GRI 2-23, GRI 2-24)
FC
Financial Capital
MC
Manufactured Capital
HC
Human Capital
NC
Natural Capital
IC
Intellectual Capital
SRC
Social & Relationship 
Capital
OUR INPUT
OUR output
OUR BUSINESS
• Revenue: RM6.26 billion*
• Profit before tax: RM2.25 billion
• 5 new consumer products launched
• Total milling capacity of 2,820 mt/day and 66,000 mt/day for 
flour and feed mills respectively
• Estimated 3.05 million broiler chicks and 20.5 million eggs monthly
• 825,979 shows screened at cinema circuit
• Various certifications achieved including HACCP, ISO, FSSC and Halal 
standards
• Launched Megah Rise Mall
• Integration of competency framework as part of performance 
management to strengthen people’s capabilities
• 100% employees received annual performance review
• Transparency of job opportunities across the Group to broaden career 
aspiration and enhance retention of talent pool
• 46% increase in staff training hours
• Safe and conducive working environment
• Zero fatalities recorded across the Group
• Completed solar project at two operation sites
• 88% of non-hazardous waste diverted from landfill
• Water use intensity targets achieved for Property and Livestock Farming
• 24% reduction in plastic used in packaging from 2020
• GSC received the Platinum award (Entertainment Category) at the Putra 
Brand Awards 2022, FFM Grains & Mills (Pasir Gudang) was presented 
with the SIFIRI (See It, Fix It, Report It) award by ARYZTA AG, Megah 
Rise Residensi awarded the GreenRE Gold certification
• Product innovation for consumers with special dietary restrictions 
• Launched GSC Rewards for members and cinemagoers
• Engaged with more than 16,000 community members through CSR 
activities
• Raising autism awareness in partnership with the National Autism Society
• Rent-free kiosks at Cheras LeisureMall in partnership with seven charitable 
organisations
• Upskilling single mothers and vulnerable communities through job trainings
• Food aid programme for targeted communities and homes 
• Suppliers engaged in Human Rights Policy
SRC
• More than RM3 million contributed to the 
community 
FC
• Total assets: RM28.9 billion
• Market capitalisation: RM24.8 billion
MC
• Grains & Agribusiness:  
5 local flour & animal feed mills 
• Consumer Products:  
2 factories with 6 production lines
• Film Exhibition & Distribution:  
491 screens at 52 sites
• Property:  
Development projects and property/ 
property management services located in 
northern, central and southern Peninsular
HC
• A diverse workforce of over 6,000 
employees across the Group
• Average 15 hours of training per employee
• Invested more than RM586,000 in staff 
engagement activities
• Updated the Human Rights Policy
NC
• 145,182,275 kWh of energy consumed
• 857,462 m3 of water used
• More than RM4 million invested in solar 
energy projects
• Two new policies on Climate Change and 
Waste Management which were approved 
by the Board in February 2023
IC
• New policy on Nutrition which was approved 
by the Board in February 2023
• R&D on healthier and more nutritious 
consumer products
• Robust cybersecurity measures to protect 
sensitive corporate data
VALUE CREATION MODEL 
Our Vision
To be a market leader in our core 
businesses reputed for our sustainable 
quality products and services.
Our 5-Year 
Roadmap
Our ESG Roadmap outlines 
the goals and targets for 
the Group to improve our 
corporate procedures and 
ESG performance, based on 
FTSE4Good.
Our
Sustainability
Pillars
Our Mission
To strengthen our leadership position in 
our core businesses in Malaysia, expand 
regionally for further growth, invest in 
related activities for greater synergy and 
increase shareholder value, in a socially 
and environmentally responsible manner 
through management excellence.
Our Commitments
	Sustainability Policy 
	Human Rights Policy
	Climate Change Policy
	Waste Management Policy
	Nutrition Policy
Driven by
Guided by
Aligned with
Environmental 
Impact
Working
Environment
Community 
Investment
* Including discontinued operations
Marketplace 
Engagement

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Sustainability Governance Structure
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Sustainability Governance Structure
Sustainability Governance Structure
(GRI 2-9, GRI 2-11, GRI 2-14, GRI 2-27, GRI 205-1, GRI 205-2)
Sustainability Governance Structure
(GRI 2-9, GRI 2-11, GRI 2-14, GRI 2-27, GRI 205-1, GRI 205-2)
A robust governance structure provides the Group with accountability and transparency across its business operations, including 
sustainability practices. 
Board of Directors (“BoD”)
• Oversight responsibility to deliver sustainable value to stakeholders through the principles, policies*, objectives, 
and strategies of the Group.
Sustainability Streering 
Committee (“SSC”)
• Develop and drive the implementation of sustainability policies* and strategies, plans and project budgets. 
• Review and report on progress against sustainability strategies, targets, plans and budgets. 
• Develop an annual Sustainability Statement/ Report. 
• Identify, communicate and promote best sustainability practices in the Group.
• Meets twice a year and reports to the Board.
CSR Task Force
• Assist the SSC in devising strategies and reviewing, managing, implementing and tracking the Group’s community 
investment programmes. 
• Meets at least twice a year and reports to the SSC.
Environment 
Social
Arts & Culture
Our three-tier sustainability governance structure is led by our 
Board of Directors (“BoD”) who are responsible for incorporating 
ESG into the Group’s strategy formulation as outlined within 
the Board Charter (“the Charter”). The Board oversees all 
sustainability issues and ensures that ESG principles guide 
PPB's long-term business direction. 
A Sustainability Steering Committee (“SSC”) assists the BoD in 
developing initiatives, policies and action plans. Headed by the 
Managing Director of PPB and consisting of the Group Head of 
Sustainability, PPB’s Department Heads as well as CEOs and 
Sustainability Officers across all business segments, the SSC 
meets and reports their progress to the Board bi-annually.
The SSC is in turn supported by the Corporate Social Responsibility 
(“CSR”) Task Force which comprises representatives from 
PPB’s headquarters and the main business segments. The Task 
Force assists the SSC in the implementation of sustainability 
initiatives at an operational level and supports the Group’s 
community investment strategy, which is built on three pillars – 
Environment, Social, and Arts and Culture - thereby supporting 
youth education and development, living skills and standards 
enhancement, environmental awareness, and health activities 
among others.
Corporate Governance and Ethical Business 
Practices
PPB’s corporate governance provides a structure for decision-
making and accountability to uphold ethical practices and 
promotes sustainability across all businesses. Strong corporate 
governance supported by various group-wide measures, 
procedures and policies also play a role in effective risks 
management, which is crucial in the face of growing concerns 
around climate change and social inequality. 
Leading with Integrity
Our BoD is guided by the Board Charter and the principles 
of the Malaysian Code of Corporate Governance ("MCCG"). 
The Charter outlines the roles and responsibilities of the BoD. 
The Group practises non-discrimination and inclusivity when 
considering candidates for director or management positions, 
and selection is made based on performance, experience and 
merits. In FY2022, we also adopted a Directors’ Fit and Proper 
Policy which sets out the selection criteria and approach for the 
appointment and re-election of directors.
To incorporate a culture of ethics and integrity within our 
workforce, our directors and employees are guided by the 
various policies, which include the Code of Conduct and Ethics 
("the Code"). New employees are briefed on the Code and 
provided with relevant policies and supporting documents 
during the onboarding process.
1. 
Group 
Anti-Bribery 
and 
Corruption 
Policy 
and 
Procedures (“ABAC P&Ps”)
	
In line with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 
2009 (“MACC”), the Group has developed comprehensive 
ABAC P&Ps that assert the Group’s zero-tolerance 
approach to all forms of bribery and corruption and lists 
the ABAC principles for managing bribery and corruption 
risks. 
	
The key ABAC policies and procedures include: 
• 
Conflict of Interest;
• 
No Gift Policy;
• 
Hospitality and Entertainment;
• 
Dealing with Public Officials;
• 
Dealing with Business Associates;
• 
No Facilitation Payment;
• 
Charitable Donations and Sponsorships; and 
• 
Third Party Due Diligence.
	
Further to the above, the Group has a strict No Political 
Donation Policy and does not make political contributions 
to any political party, officials or candidates. 
	
Periodic ABAC risk assessments are conducted to identify, 
assess and manage bribery and corruption risks to which 
the Group may be exposed to. In 2022, 100% of the 
Group’s operations underwent a bribery and corruption 
risk assessment of which the adequate procedures have 
been put in place to manage the Group's risk. To further 
strengthen our internal controls, and to manage third 
party risk more effectively, we have developed a Due 
Diligence Guideline for Procurement to assess the bribery 
and corruption risks of our potential and existing Business 
Associates, in particular for medium and high risk third 
parties.
	
The ABAC P&Ps are applicable to all Group Personnel 
(directors and employees) and to our Business Associates, 
including joint venture entities, vendors, suppliers and 
any third parties working for or on behalf of the Group. 
Any non-compliance with the ABAC P&Ps may subject 
the employees to disciplinary action, including but not 
limited to the termination of employment. For Business 
Associates, any non-compliance may subject them to 
termination of contract.
	
As part of our effort to support transparency and good 
governance, the ABAC P&Ps are published on the Group’s 
corporate website. Additionally, to ensure continuous 
awareness, the ABAC training is held on a regular basis, 
during the onboarding of new employees, or during 
the annual refresher training. The same is applicable 
for our directors. The training materials are provided in 
both English and Bahasa Malaysia and the training is 
conducted either via classroom training or e-learning. In 
2022, we achieved 100% completion of ABAC training for 
all employee categories10 (Management, Executive and 
Non-executive) in the Group. Furthermore, we have also 
printed, distributed, and displayed ABAC posters at PPB’s 
headquarters and all our subsidiaries. 
	
Any real or suspected bribery and corruption incidents 
can be reported via the Group's Whistleblowing channel. 
During this financial period, we recorded zero cases of 
bribery, including zero requests for facilitation payments.
	
The Risk Management and Integrity Department (“RMID”) 
shall oversee the design, implementation, management, 
and continuous improvement of the Group’s ABAC P&Ps. 
Internal control systems and procedures designed to 
prevent bribery and corrupt gratification are subject to 
regular audits by either PPB’s Internal Audit Department, 
or an appointed external third party, to ensure that they 
are effective in practice. 
*	
Sustainability policies include Human Rights Policy, Sustainability Policy, Climate Change Policy, Waste Management Policy and Nutrition Policy.
10	 Certain employees were exempted from the ABAC refresher training, e.g. those who have resigned (serving notice) or retired in year 2022.

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Sustainability Governance Structure
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Sustainability Governance Structure
2. 
Whistleblowing Policy and Procedures
	
This policy provides a channel for individuals, including personnel in the Group, business associates and members of the 
public to report any incidents of negligence or malpractice. It is designed to offer protection to whistleblowers who disclose 
such concerns provided the disclosure is made in good faith and with the reasonable belief of the whistleblowers making 
the disclosure that it shows malpractice or impropriety. The identity of the whistleblower making the allegation may be kept 
confidential so long as it does not hinder or frustrate any investigation. Depending on the type/ nature of the reported case/ 
complaint, the Audit and Risk Committee holds the highest authority to form an investigating panel which may consist of the 
relevant business division/ personnel best placed to address the reported issue. 
3. 
Code of Conduct and Ethics (“the Code”)
	
Established in 2018, the Code acts as a guideline for standards of behaviour and our core values while working for or dealing 
with the Group. The Code is compiled as part of the Employee Handbook which is provided to each employee.
Regulatory Compliance
	
The Group monitors and takes necessary action to comply with the applicable laws and regulations. This is critical to building 
confidence among our stakeholders and maintaining our reputation with them.
	
Our key applicable laws and regulations include, but are not limited to: 
• Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and 
Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001
• Malaysian Code on Corporate Governance (“MCCG”) 
2021
• Price Control & Anti-Profiteering Act 2011
• Securities Commission Malaysia Act 1993
• Bursa Securities Main Market Listing Requirements
• Electronic Commerce Act 2006
• Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009
• Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988
• Capital Markets & Services Act 2007
• Evidence Act 1950
• Food Act 1983
• Statutory Declaration Act 1960
• Companies Act 2016
• Income Tax Act 1967
• Personal Data Protection Act 2010
• Occupational Safety & Health Act 1994
• Contracts Act 1950
• Limitation Act 1953
• Powers of Attorney Act 1949
• Specific Relief Act 1950
• Copyright Act 1987
• Entertainment Duty Act 1953
• Sales and Service Tax Act 2018
• Trademarks Act 2019
• Poisons Act 1952
• Feed Act 2009
• Competition Act 2010
• Employees’ Social Security Act 1969
• Employees’ Provident Fund Act 1991
• Employment Act 1955
• Industrial Relations Act 1967
• Whistleblower Protection Act 2010
	
In 2022, there were no major regulatory non-compliances at the business segments, except for one reported case11 under our 
cinema division; and an allegation12 by the Malaysia Competition Commission that FFM Berhad had engaged in agreements 
and/ or concerted practices to fix the quantum of poultry feed prices in breach of the Competition Act 2010. 
Sustainability Governance Structure
(GRI 2-9, GRI 2-11, GRI 2-14, GRI 2-27, GRI 205-1, GRI 205-2)
Sustainability Governance Structure
(GRI 2-9, GRI 2-11, GRI 2-14, GRI 2-27, GRI 205-1, GRI 205-2)
Risk Management and Business Continuity
The Group’s operational risks are managed and monitored by 
the Enterprise Risk Management (“ERM”) system in place. The 
scope of the Group’s risk assessment encompasses strategic, 
governance, legal and compliance, operations, cyber, financial, 
asset security, health, safety and environment. The Board has 
ultimate responsibility for overseeing the risk management 
process, which is monitored by the Audit and Risk Committee 
(“A&RC”). The A&RC is further assisted by the Risk Management 
and Integrity Department (“RMID”). A control self-assessment 
system is also in place for management to monitor critical risk 
areas using internal control checklists.
The risks are measured using risk parameters approved by the 
Board. Any risks identified are documented in a risk register 
that includes the nature of the risk, its description, the causes 
and consequences, the existing controls and management 
action plans to mitigate the said risk. The risks are identified 
through risk assessment workshops, emails or meetings. 
A key risk indicator (“KRI”) dashboard is used to monitor the 
risk performance and provide an early signal of increased risk 
exposure.
ESG related risks would include:
• 
Compliance with regulatory requirements;
• 
Supply Chain Disruption (e.g. natural disasters, adverse 
weather);
• 
Health & Safety hazards;
• 
Product Safety and Quality (e.g. compliance with food 
safety regulations); and
• 
Fluctuation of Commodity Prices (e.g. due to global 
shortage of grains as a result of adverse weather at 
planting area & political changes).
Additionally, the Group has been implementing the Business 
Continuity Management (“BCM”) programme in phases for each 
business segment. The BCM was established to enable us to 
respond to interruptions arising from both internal and external 
factors and continue operating our critical business operations. 
Elements of the BCM include: 
• 
Emergency Response Plan;
• 
Disaster Recovery Plan;
• 
Crisis Communication Plan;
• 
Crisis Management Plan; and
• 
Business Continuity Plan.
In FY2022, we successfully rolled out the BCM programme in 
the Property segment in the central and northern regions.
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Stakeholder Engagement
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Stakeholder Engagement
Stakeholder Engagement
(GRI 2-29)
As a conglomerate with diverse business segments, our ability to create and sustain long-term value is dependent on our stakeholder 
relationships. The Group is able to make key business decisions and meet stakeholder expectations through multiple engagement 
channels.
For this reporting period, the Group re-evaluated its key stakeholder groups where the total number of stakeholder groups deemed 
most relevant came up to nine (9). 
A
As and when required
F
Bi-annual
G
Annual
H
Once every 2 years
I
Ongoing monitoring
B
Ad-hoc
C
Throughout the year
D
Monthly
E
Quarterly
Employees
Areas of Interest
• Pandemic SOPs and advisory
• Career development 
opportunities
• Diversity and inclusivity
• Work-life balance and 
employee wellbeing
• Training and development
• Remuneration, fair 
compensation
• Recognition
• Occupational safety and health
Channel of Engagement
• Performance appraisal
• Employee engagement 
survey
• Employee review and 
reward
• Virtual poster
• Training courses
• Festive celebrations
• Family Day
Areas of Interest
• Integrity pact
• Sales opportunities
• Timely payment
• Company’s reputation and 
financial standing
• ESG initiatives, Human Rights 
Policy, Anti-Bribery and 
Corruption Policy, Code of 
Conduct and Ethics
• Value for Money
Channel of Engagement
• Email
• Forum
• Physical, virtual and  
on-phone engagements
• Performance review
Areas of Interest
• Legal and regulatory 
compliance and disclosures 
(national and local)
• Submissions to the Registry of 
Companies
• Security and safety
• Business ethics and integrity
• Food safety and quality
Channel of Engagement
• Corporate social 
responsibility initiatives
• Emails and on-phone 
engagements, video 
conferencing
• Regulatory filings and 
reporting
• Ministerial visits/
engagement/ dialogues
• Industry and regulatory 
working groups
Areas of Interest
• Supporting the vulnerable and 
communities in need
• Environmental protection
• Clean water supply
• Community engagements
• Employee volunteerism
• Local talent development
• Health and wellness, safety
Channel of Engagement
• CSR initiatives and 
projects, in-kind 
sponsorships and cash 
donations
• Website
• Site visits to orang asli 
communities
• Autism and mental health 
awareness
• GSC International 
Screens and film festivals
• Plastic recycling initiatives
Areas of Interest
• Company’s performance and 
business strategy
• New projects/ launches and 
future prospects
• Corporate brand events
• Environmental impacts, Human 
Rights
• Product safety and service 
quality
• Corporate social responsibility
• Nutrition, health and wellness
Channel of Engagement
• Analyst briefings 
• Website
• Press releases and 
briefing
• Physical, virtual and 
on-phone engagements
• Media engagement day
Areas of Interest
• Strong corporate governance
• Statutory & regulatory 
compliance
• Ethics and integrity
• Accreditation status
Channel of Engagement
• Compliance audit
• Meetings
• Physical, virtual and  
on-phone engagements
Areas of Interest
• Financial performance and 
reputation
• ESG commitment 
• Business strategy
• Compliance
• Risk management
• Prompt loan repayment
Channel of Engagement
• Physical, virtual and  
on-phone engagements
• Annual Report and 
Sustainability Report
• Analyst briefings
• Investor Updates
• Annual General Meeting
• ESG questionnaire
Areas of Interest
• Company’s reputation and 
brand image
• Customer relationship 
management
• Timely service and response
• Product safety and quality
• Innovative offerings and variety
• Halal-certification
• Nutrition, health and wellness
• Responsible labelling and 
marketing
• Transparency and integrity
• Affordability
Channel of Engagement
• Tenancy terms and 
agreement
• Landlord/ tenant 
communication and 
meeting
• Customer feedback, 
queries and satisfaction 
survey
• Brand website
• Consumer relationship 
marketing
• Corporate/
brand campaigns, 
advertisements and 
promotions, social media
• Product packaging
Customers
Areas of Interest
• Risk management
• Whistleblowing Policy
• Audit Committee report
• Group financial results
• Sustainability matters
• Business strategy
• Statutory & regulatory 
compliance
• Anti-Bribery and Corruption 
Policy
Channel of Engagement
• Annual Report
• Online communication 
(website)
• Other communication 
channels
• Financial reports
• Board meetings
• Analyst briefings
• Investor Updates
• Annual General Meeting
Shareholders
Stakeholder Engagement
(GRI 2-29)
Vendors/ Suppliers
Certification
Bodies
Financial 
Institutions
Government/
Regulatory Bodies
Local Communities
Media

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PPB’s Material Sustainability Matters
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PPB’s Material Sustainability Matters
PPB’s Material Sustainability Matters
(GRI 3-1, GRI 3-2)
Materiality Assessment Process
Material sustainability matters significantly impact our stakeholders and our organisation's ability to generate long-term value. 
Materiality assessments are performed to identify and evaluate key ESG issues that could present the biggest opportunities and 
risks for our business operations and to our major stakeholders. This assessment enables the Group to chart its decision-making, 
strategies, targets and reporting in terms of the categorisation of these important sustainability issues.
Identification of 
Material Matters
1
In addition to analysing global 
trends and investor requirements, 
the material sustainability matters 
were determined based on their 
relevance to the Group and 
stakeholders during the current 
reporting period.
The Sustainability Steering 
Committee and Board of Directors 
received a presentation of the 
materiality matrix for review and 
approval.
4
Verification of the 
Materiality Matrix
Through the use of the proper 
survey tools, internal and external 
stakeholders were appointed 
to rate the importance of the 
business and stakeholders to the 
various sustainability issues.
2
Stakeholder 
Engagement
The responses were compiled 
and analysed to create a 
materiality matrix, which helped 
to rank the importance of various 
material sustainability issues.
3
Analysis 
of Inputs
PPB’s first materiality assessment was conducted in 2016. 
Since then, we have made it our objective to continually 
review the material topics to reflect changes in the priorities 
of the Group or our stakeholders. We understand that periodic 
assessments are important to ensure that our businesses and 
operations remain relevant to the identified issues. In 2022, a 
survey was carried out to re-evaluate and identify significant 
sustainability issues relevant to the Group and our stakeholders 
in comparison to the previous year. From the evaluation, it was 
concluded that our material sustainability matters adequately 
represented stakeholder interests and required no changes.
Materiality Matrix
As part of the materiality assessment, we engaged with our 
stakeholders to complete the surveys. We included external 
stakeholders for the first time this year, to obtain a more accurate 
view of our material matters. To collect responses and compile 
the data, the materiality assessment was conducted through an 
online form with both external and internal stakeholders, with 
the latter including members of the SSC and key employees of 
the Group. Following that, a materiality matrix was created to 
visualise the relative importance of the material sustainability 
matters to the operations of the Group and to our major 
stakeholders. The SSC, which includes the Managing Director 
of PPB and CEOs of the business segments and ultimately the 
BoD, reviewed and approved the updated materiality matrix.
Based on the analysis of input from the Group, we updated the 
material matters according to priority. In comparison to FY2021, 
the top nine material matters this year were similar; Quality and 
Safety, Health and Safety, Corporate Governance and Ethical 
Business Practices, Brand Image and Reputation, Customer 
Satisfaction, Economic Performance, Data Protection, Employee 
Engagement and Satisfaction13, and Risk Management and 
Business Continuity14. These high priority material issues are 
typically linked to the responsibility of both customers and 
employees, which is crucial in fostering trust among the Group's 
stakeholders.
This year, Quality and Safety was ranked number one according 
to priority, moving up one place from FY2021 to replace Health 
and Safety. With the country transitioning to the endemic phase, 
some of the COVID-19 preventive measures have been relaxed 
in compliance with the country’s SOP. Meanwhile, greater 
priority was given to delivering quality products and services 
to achieve excellence in both our operations and customer 
satisfaction. Brand Image and Reputation increased by two 
places from last year while Talent Attraction and Retention 
moved up by six places. 
13	 Reworded from “Labour Management and Satisfaction”
14	 Reworded from “Business Risk Management and Continuity”
PPB’s Material Sustainability Matters
(GRI 3-1, GRI 3-2)
Importance to the Group
Medium
Medium
Very High
Very High
Importance to Stakeholders
20
19
18
17
15
14
16
13
12
10
11
9
8
7
1
4
2
5
3
6
Environmental 
Impact
12
Climate change
16
Energy efficiency
17
Waste management
18
Water management
19
Sustainable packaging
Working
Environment
2
Health and safety
8
Employee 
engagement and 
satisfaction
10
Talent attraction and 
retention 
13
Diversity and inclusion
Community 
Investment
14
Nutrition, health and 
wellness
15
Human rights
20 Community 
engagement and 
development 
1
Quality and safety
3
Corporate governance 
and ethical business 
practices
4
Brand image and 
reputation
5
Customer satisfaction
6
Economic performance
7 
Data protection
9 
Risk management and 
business continuity
11
Supply chain 
management 
Marketplace 
Engagement

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PPB’s Material Sustainability Matters
07	
PPB’s Material Sustainability Matters
PPB’s Material Sustainability Matters
(GRI 3-1, GRI 3-2)
PPB’s Material Sustainability Matters
(GRI 3-1, GRI 3-2)
Mapping our Material Sustainability Matters
Financial Capital
FC
Manufactured 
Capital
MC
Human Capital
HC
Natural Capital
NC
Intellectual 
Capital
IC
Social & 
Relationship Capital
SRC
Employees
Certification 
Bodies
Vendors/ 
Suppliers
Shareholders
Financial Institutions
Media
Customers
Government/ 
Regulatory Bodies
Local 
Communities
Subjects
Capital of 
Value Creation
GRI Indicators
Relevant Stakeholders
UN SDGs
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACt
Climate 
Change
NC
GRI 305: Emissions
Energy 
Efficiency
NC
GRI 305: Energy
Waste 
Management
NC
GRI 306: Waste
Water 
Management
NC
GRI 303: Water and Effluents
GRI 306: Waste
Sustainable 
Packaging
NC
GRI 305: Materials
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Health and 
Safety
HC
GRI 403: Occupational Health 
and Safety
Employee 
Engagement 
and Satisfaction
HC
GRI 402: Labour/ Management 
Relations
Diversity and 
Inclusion
HC
GRI 405: Diversity and Equal 
Opportunities
GRI 406: Non Discrimination
GRI 202: Market Presence
Talent Attraction 
and Retention
HC
GRI 404: Training and Education
MARKETPLACE ENGAGEMENT
Quality and 
Safety
MC
GRI 416: Customer Health and 
Safety
Subjects
Capital of 
Value Creation
GRI Indicators
Relevant Stakeholders
UN SDGs
MARKETPLACE ENGAGEMENT
Corporate
Governance
and Ethical
Business
Practices
HC
GRI 205: Anti-Corruption
Customer
Satisfaction
SRC
Non-GRI
Economic
Performance
FC
GRI 201: Economic Performance
Brand Image 
and
Reputation
SRC
Non-GRI
Data Protection
IC
GRI 418: Customer Privacy
Risk 
Management 
and Business 
Continuity
MC
Non-GRI
Supply Chain
Management
SRC
GRI 204: Procurement Practices
GRI 308: Supplier 
Environmental Assessment
GRI 414: Supplier Social 
Assessment
community investment
Human Rights
SRC
GRI 412: Human Rights 
Assessment
Nutrition, 
Health & 
Wellness
IC
GRI 416: Customer Health and 
Safety
GRI 417: Marketing and 
Labelling
Community 
Engagement 
and 
Development
SRC
GRI 413: Local Communities

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Natural Capital
08	
Natural Capital
Natural Capital
(GRI 302-1, GRI 302-3, GRI 302-4, GRI 303-1, GRI 303-4, GRI 303-5, GRI 305-1, GRI 305-2, GRI 305-3, GRI 305-4, GRI 305-5,
GRI 306-1, GRI 306-2, GRI 306-3, GRI 306-4, GRI 306-5)
Natural Capital
(GRI 302-1, GRI 302-3, GRI 302-4, GRI 303-1, GRI 303-4, GRI 303-5, GRI 305-1, GRI 305-2, GRI 305-3, GRI 305-4, GRI 305-5,
GRI 306-1, GRI 306-2, GRI 306-3, GRI 306-4, GRI 306-5)
Our business relies on a wide spectrum of raw materials and 
natural resources such as energy, water, land, and agricultural 
products. It is critical for businesses to understand the value 
of natural capital and to invest in sustainable practices that 
preserve these resources for future generations.
Scientists also describe a set of nine critical thresholds relating 
to environmental processes that, if crossed, could result in 
irreversible changes to the Earth’s ecosystem. These nine 
boundaries are:
• Climate change
• Biodiversity loss
• Land use change 
• Nitrogen and phosphorus cycles
• Ocean acidification
• Freshwater use
• Chemical pollution
• Ozone depletion
• Atmospheric aerosol loading 
Hence, there is an intricate balance that must be achieved 
in the ecosystem if we are to live in a safe and healthy 
environment and ensure long-term values for all stakeholders. 
We have reviewed and evaluated our action plans and targets 
for biodiversity and have found that there are no areas of 
high biodiversity identified in our operations in FY2022. The 
Group has not converted any land for agricultural use for more 
than five years. However, we believe that it is still important to 
continue monitoring the impact of our operations and to prevent 
any negative impacts on biodiversity or natural habitats. Thus, 
we remain steadfast in our efforts to protect and preserve the 
planet in any way we can. 
Climate Change
The World Economic Forum (“WEF”) Global Risk Report has 
continuously rated climate change, natural disasters and 
extreme weathers as the top global risks over the past five 
years15. PPB Group recognises that climate change has an 
impact on our value chain and has gradually intensified our 
efforts to achieve climate resilience, including conducting a 
carbon footprint assessment for our most energy-intensive 
business segments which has allowed us to set emission and 
energy reduction targets.
Climate resilience as a whole falls under the purview of 
the BoD assisted by the SSC. In February 2023, the Board 
approved a separate Climate Change Policy to supplement our 
Sustainability Policy. This acts as a mandate for the Group to 
adapt to climate-related risks and to mitigate GHG emissions. 
The policy can be found on our website at www.ppbgroup.com. 
The Group has embraced risk mitigation strategies such as:
• Aspiring to achieve Net Zero and continuously improve GHG 
emissions reporting. 
• Adopting renewable energy, green technology and 
environmental practices within our operations where 
feasible. 
• Aligning with the TCFD framework and introduction of near- 
and medium-term emission reduction targets and initiatives.
This year, the Group recorded a combined emission of 106,671 
t.CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions accounting for 85% of the total. 
We recorded a total increase of 42% from the previous year.
For Scope 1 and 2 emissions, it is further discussed under the 
Energy Efficiency section (page 30). 
Currently, only the flour and animal feed milling, and cinema 
divisions are reporting on Scope 3 emissions (business travel). 
The remaining divisions will commence reporting on emissions 
from business travel in FY2023.
Scope 1 
(t.CO2e)
Scope 2 
(t.CO2e)
Scope 3 
(t.CO2e)
Total 
Emissions 
(t.CO2e)
FY2020
7,379
66,487
60
74,222
FY2021
7,634
67,352
182
75,169
FY2022
15,611
90,883
177
106,671
Scope 1 emissions16 are those caused directly by the Group's 
vehicles’ fuel consumption and stationary combustion. Overall, 
Scope 1 emissions have increased over the last financial year 
from 7,634 t.CO2e to 15,611 t.CO2e. This is due to the inclusion of 
two additional reporting segments (Property and Environmental 
Engineering and Utilities) in this year’s report, as well as the 
adoption of a more comprehensive data compilation system 
at both the Grains and Agribusiness and Consumer Products 
segments. 
15	
https://www.weforum.org/reports/global-risks-report-2023/
16	 Scope 1: Emissions data from fuel has been calculated based on actual fuel purchased. When such data is not available, an estimated fuel volume is 
calculated based on the purchase price, using average petrol and diesel prices for each reporting year. Emissions from carbon fuel sources have been 
calculated using emission factors from the 2006 IPCC Guidelines for National Greenhouse Gas Inventories.
Scope 2 emissions17 represent indirect GHG emissions associated with electricity generation from the grid and steam/chilled water18 
purchased. The increase of 35% in Scope 2 emissions from the previous year is mainly due to the cinema division resuming full 
operations in the transition to the endemic phase and the opening of cinema sites comprising six new GSC cinemas and six MBO 
cinemas acquired by GSC in 2021 which were re-opened during this reporting year.
Scope 2 Emissions by Business Division (t.CO2e)
66,487
67,352
90,883
Group Total
4,889
4,719
5,849
Property
192
165
113
Environmental Engineering & Utilities
10,906
10,394
31,647
Film Exhibition & Distribution (Cinema)
Consumer Products (Food Processing)
2,163
2,741
6,499
5,501
5,806
Consumer Products (Bakery)
Contract Manufacturing
131
1,395
1,364
1,778
Consumer Products (Distribution)
8,182
7,560
6,510
Grains & Agribusiness
(Livestock Farming)
34,292
35,486
36,439
Grains & Agribusiness 
(Flour & Animal Feed Milling)
FY2020
FY2021
FY2022
17	 Scope 2: Emissions data from grid electricity has been calculated using the emission factor from the 2017 CDM Electricity Baseline for Malaysia 
by 
the 
Malaysia 
Green 
Technology 
Corporation 
(https://www.mgtc.gov.my/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/2017-CDM-Electricity-Baseline-
Final-Report-Publication-Version.pdf). For the avoidance of doubt, Combined Margin (CM) of 0.585 tC02e/MWh; 0.330 tC02e/MWh and  
0.525 tCO2e/MWh are applied in Peninsular Malaysia, Sarawak and Sabah respectively.
18	 Emission factor of 0.608 kgCO2e per kWh is applied for chilled water purchased based on 2019 average carbon intensity of electricity in Malaysia,  
source: International Energy Agency (IEA).
19	 Products Manufacturing Sdn Bhd, our contract manufacturing entity, ceased operations in November 2020.
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Natural Capital
08	
Natural Capital
Natural Capital
(GRI 302-1, GRI 302-3, GRI 302-4, GRI 303-1, GRI 303-4, GRI 303-5, GRI 305-1, GRI 305-2, GRI 305-3, GRI 305-4, GRI 305-5,
GRI 306-1, GRI 306-2, GRI 306-3, GRI 306-4, GRI 306-5)
Natural Capital
(GRI 302-1, GRI 302-3, GRI 302-4, GRI 303-1, GRI 303-4, GRI 303-5, GRI 305-1, GRI 305-2, GRI 305-3, GRI 305-4, GRI 305-5,
GRI 306-1, GRI 306-2, GRI 306-3, GRI 306-4, GRI 306-5)
Emission Intensity for Flour, Feed and Wheat (t.CO2e/ MT)
0.277
0.222
0.097
0.284
0.232
0.086
0.255
0.212
0.074
FY2020
FY2021
FY2022
Wheat Milled (t.CO2e/MT)
Feed (t.CO2e/MT)
Flour (t.CO2e/MT)
Cinema Emission Intensity (t.CO2e/ show)
FY2020
0.0380
FY2021
0.0491
FY2022
0.0302
Sulfur oxides (“SOx”) and nitrogen oxides (“NOx”) are two main 
air pollutants that impact the Group’s environmental footprint. 
Four of our flour and animal feed mills, as well as FFM Further 
Processing have annual stack monitoring to ensure the air 
emissions are below the allowable standards set by regulators. 
Scope 3 emissions20 include all emissions from operations or 
assets that are not owned or controlled by the Group but are 
part of our value chain. Based on the GHG Protocol, there are 
15 categories of Scope 3 emissions. This reporting period only 
covers our initial efforts in tracking business travel (employee 
land and air travel) recorded under the flour and animal feed 
milling and cinema divisions. For this reporting period, Scope 3 
makes up only 0.17% of the total Group emissions due to limited 
data.
Energy Efficiency and ADOPTION OF RENEWABLE 
ENERGY
The Group has continued to implement projects to improve 
energy efficiency and promote the use of renewable energy. 
These include solar power generation improvements to 
increase the proportion of renewable energy consumption 
to replace fossil fuels. Three additional installations of solar 
panels have been planned under the Grains and Agribusiness 
and Consumer Products segments, while FFM Sabah is 
currently using solar panel streetlighting in its operations. Each 
business operation that has been completed, or is in the midst 
of planning, has cited the initial cost and feasibility assessment 
as major challenges in undertaking these projects.
Additionally, FFM Sabah has replaced the side metal cladding 
of its granaries with a transparent material that allows in natural 
lighting, which in turn reduces electricity consumption. The flour 
and animal feed milling divisions plan to convert all fluorescent 
tube lights and bulbs to LED lighting. Certain mills have also 
installed motion sensors and infrared sensors to control lighting 
and ventilation fans.
Meanwhile, the cinema division uses a building management 
system to manage the efficiency of air conditioning units to 
reduce electricity consumption. Individually dedicated projector 
rooms for each hall will be introduced in new cinemas, with each 
projector room to be cooled by air conditioning supplied from 
the halls. In addition, some processes at the cinema operations 
have also been automated, such as lights and projectors that 
automatically turn-off once a cinema hall becomes empty, and 
air-conditioning that switches off half an hour before the end of 
20	 Scope 3: Emission factor for passenger vehicles and business air travel were obtained from the 2006 IPCC Guidelines for National Greenhouse Gas 
Inventories.
the last show. The division also plans to use laser projectors, 
which are expected to reduce electricity consumption by about 
70%. The cinemas carry out regular cleaning and maintenance 
of their air handling units ("AHU") to ensure they run at optimum 
capacity. 
The Property segment has replaced conventional lighting 
with LEDs and optimised the chiller temperature to a set level 
for improved energy savings in some of its assets. At Cheras 
LeisureMall, we have installed EV charging bays to encourage 
the use of electric or electric-hybrid vehicles. We are also 
looking to install EV charging bays at our sites in the northern 
region.
For FY2022, the Group recorded 145,182,275 kWh of electricity 
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08	
Natural Capital
Electricity Usage by Business Division (kWh)
116,542,252
118,265,008
145,182,275
Group Total
8,357,170
8,066,116
9,998,437
Property
328,774
282,328
193,369
Environmental Engineering & Utilities
18,971,256
18,118,764
44,132,134
Film Exhibition & Distribution (Cinema)
Contract Manufacturing
224,148
11,109,497
9,403,966
9,924,089
Consumer Products (Bakery)
Consumer Products (Food Processing)
3,697,325
4,685,364
2,384,716
2,331,544
3,171,830
Consumer Products (Distribution)
13,987,074
12,923,899
11,128,485
Grains & Agribusiness
(Livestock Farming)
61,179,617
63,441,066
61,948,567
Grains & Agribusiness 
(Flour & Animal Feed Milling)
Natural Capital
(GRI 302-1, GRI 302-3, GRI 302-4, GRI 303-1, GRI 303-4, GRI 303-5, GRI 305-1, GRI 305-2, GRI 305-3, GRI 305-4, GRI 305-5,
GRI 306-1, GRI 306-2, GRI 306-3, GRI 306-4, GRI 306-5)
Natural Capital
(GRI 302-1, GRI 302-3, GRI 302-4, GRI 303-1, GRI 303-4, GRI 303-5, GRI 305-1, GRI 305-2, GRI 305-3, GRI 305-4, GRI 305-5,
GRI 306-1, GRI 306-2, GRI 306-3, GRI 306-4, GRI 306-5)
21	 Products Manufacturing Sdn Bhd, our contract manufacturing entity, ceased operations in November 2020.
21
Wheat and Feed Energy Use Intensity (kWh/ MT)
Feed (kWh/MT)
Wheat Milled (kWh/MT)
27.1
80.6
FY2020
29.8
85.4
FY2021
28.5
85.4
FY2022
Cinema Energy Use Intensity
kWh/Screen
100,000
90,000
80,000
70,000
60,000
50,000
40,000
30,000
20,000
10,000
0
2,000
1,800
1,600
1,400
1,200
1,000
800
600
400
200
0
Shows/Screen
FY2020
55,962
45,297
89,882
FY2021
FY2022
855
538
1,682
84
50
65
kWh/ Screen
kWh/ Show
Shows/ Screen
Waste Management
We apply the concept of a circular economy in our waste management, improving the Group’s ability to achieve resource efficiency 
while reducing our rate of natural resource depletion. The Group understands the importance of reducing our waste generation, 
and our commitments are outlined in our Waste Management Policy which we adopted in February 2023 and is available on our 
website at www.ppbgroup.com. 
FY2020
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Natural Capital
08	
Natural Capital
We continue to improve our solid waste management by 
identifying key waste categories and waste streams, as well 
as enhancing data collection and scope, which allow us to 
recycle waste and reduce waste generation. Our hazardous 
waste including Industrial Effluent Treatment System (“IETS”) 
sludge, used oil rags, used lubricant oil and used hydraulic 
oils is handled by registered agencies, with more than 90% of 
the hazardous waste being either recovered or recycled. We 
strive to reduce the environmental impact of our operations and 
ensure full compliance with relevant laws and regulations such 
as the Environmental Quality Act 1974. We have recorded zero 
non-compliance with any environmental laws and regulations 
for this reporting year. 
One-third of the food produced globally for human consumption 
is lost or wasted. Our Group prioritises improving yield within 
our food production plants to reduce the volume of unsold 
products, and we have also initiated programmes to minimise 
food loss and waste. For example, in our Consumer Products 
segment, a programme has been established to repurpose 
expired bakery products as animal feed. For FY2022, a total 
of 4,753.92 MT of food waste was diverted from landfills. For 
the same reporting period, our cinema division, which sells its 
used cooking oil (“UCO”) to local biodiesel collectors, recorded 
29,478 kg of sold UCO.
Natural Capital
(GRI 302-1, GRI 302-3, GRI 302-4, GRI 303-1, GRI 303-4, GRI 303-5, GRI 305-1, GRI 305-2, GRI 305-3, GRI 305-4, GRI 305-5,
GRI 306-1, GRI 306-2, GRI 306-3, GRI 306-4, GRI 306-5)
Natural Capital
(GRI 302-1, GRI 302-3, GRI 302-4, GRI 303-1, GRI 303-4, GRI 303-5, GRI 305-1, GRI 305-2, GRI 305-3, GRI 305-4, GRI 305-5,
GRI 306-1, GRI 306-2, GRI 306-3, GRI 306-4, GRI 306-5)
In 2022, FFM 
headquarters 
at Sungai Buloh 
initiated a recycling 
programme at the 
office by setting 
up recycling bins 
and posters with 
information on 
recycling to create 
awareness. In 
addition, FFM 
Waste Management 
Guidelines 
applicable to our 
FFM offices and 
warehouses were 
established.
Our livestock division plays a significant role in the Group’s 
waste management efforts. FFM Farms produces composted 
chicken manure-based organic fertiliser under the brand name 
"Origanic". Composting helps to divert organic waste from 
landfills, where it would emit methane and contribute to climate 
change. Manure from FFM Farms is transformed into a valuable 
resource that serves as an alternative to synthetic fertilisers, 
closing the loop in the circular economy. 
The increase in waste generated for this reporting year is mainly 
due to improvements in reporting and scope. The Grains and 
Agribusiness, Consumer Products and Film Exhibition and 
Distribution segments have reported their waste data for FY2022. 
Due to the relaxation of COVID-19 SOPs, cinemas resuming full 
operations and the opening of cinema sites, waste generated for 
the cinema division has shown a significant increase.
Waste Generated (MT)
Hazardous Waste
Non-Hazardous Waste
FY2021
FY2022
25,730
1,874
296
112.75
Total:
25,843
Disposal Method of Non-Hazardous Waste
FY2022
TOTAL
25,730 MT
12  |  0.1%
211  |  1%
3,158  |  12%
693  |  3%
Incinerated
Landfilled
Recycled
21,656  |  84%
Composted 
(off-site)
Reused
Water Management
PPB recognises the importance of managing one of our most 
important natural resources, water. This is true even though the 
Group has not identified that any of its operations are located 
within water-stressed areas. Our efforts include monitoring our 
water consumption and ensuring the quality of effluents and 
treated wastewater discharged are well within the limits set by the Department of Environment ("DOE") under the Environmental 
Quality (Industrial Effluent) Regulations 2009.
Our water efficiency efforts are guided by annual targets and rely on continuous improvement and innovation, for example, through 
rainwater harvesting, reducing water flow intensity and conducting routine maintenance to check for water leakages. 
Additionally, the Group conducts water-saving awareness campaigns for our employees using posters, signage, and banners.  
A time-specific reduction target will be set for the Grains & Agribusiness and Consumer Products segments for water-use intensity 
in 2023 upon evaluating the respective sites’ feasibility to improve on water-use intensity.
Total:
2,170
Water Usage by Business Unit (m3)
812,026
713,781
857,462
Group Total
211,572
132,970
152,381
Property
8,912
9,574
9,502
Environmental Engineering & Utilities
65,383
54,303
175,353
Film Exhibition & Distribution (Cinema)
Contract Manufacturing
1,712
30,290
35,184
40,570
Consumer Products (Bakery)
39,382
53,687
Consumer Products (Food Processing)
23,429
19,698
34,510
Consumer Products (Distribution)
310,566
290,543
259,295
Grains & Agribusiness
(Livestock Farming)
160,162
132,127
132,164
Grains & Agribusiness 
(Flour & Animal Feed Milling)
FY2020
FY2021
FY2022
22	 Products Manufacturing Sdn Bhd, our contract manufacturing entity, ceased operations in November 2020.
23	 2020 and 2021 water consumption data of the Group total and Property segment have been restated due to calculation error. 
24	 Water consumption for Property includes usage by the tenants.
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Natural Capital
08	
Natural Capital
Natural Capital
(GRI 302-1, GRI 302-3, GRI 302-4, GRI 303-1, GRI 303-4, GRI 303-5, GRI 305-1, GRI 305-2, GRI 305-3, GRI 305-4, GRI 305-5,
GRI 306-1, GRI 306-2, GRI 306-3, GRI 306-4, GRI 306-5)
Natural Capital
(GRI 302-1, GRI 302-3, GRI 302-4, GRI 303-1, GRI 303-4, GRI 303-5, GRI 305-1, GRI 305-2, GRI 305-3, GRI 305-4, GRI 305-5,
GRI 306-1, GRI 306-2, GRI 306-3, GRI 306-4, GRI 306-5)
The Group consumed a total of 857,462 m3 of water in FY2022, which is an increase of 20.1% from the previous year. This is mainly due 
to cinemas resuming full operations and the opening of cinema sites under the Film Exhibition and Distribution segment. 
Besides municipal water, our livestock farming division also uses surface and ground water for washing the chicken houses and as 
drinking water (treated) for the birds. Meanwhile, our operations at FFM Sabah and FGM Kuching harvest rainwater in water tanks 
equipped with meters, for landscape watering and washing purposes. The Group’s water usage by source in 2022 is presented 
below:
Water Withdrawal by Source (m3)
Water Discharge Data (m3)
FY2020
Total:
812,026
5%
17%
78%
FY2021
Total:
713,781
6%
24%
70%
FY2022
Total:
857,462
4%
20%
0.03%
76%
Municipal Water
Surface Water
Ground Water
Rainwater Harvesting
Our bakery and food processing divisions under the Consumer Products segment, track their levels of water discharge where 
periodic performance and compliance monitoring are conducted to ensure the effluents discharged are within the prescribed legal 
requirements.
FY2020
5,603
3,698
5,236
24,450
29,286
29,960
FY2021
FY2022
Food Processing
Bakery
Prior to discharge, effluents are properly treated. They include chemical, physical and biological treatments. 
Chemical Treatment
pH adjustment
pH adjustment uses chemicals to alter the pH levels of the effluents. Adjusters used depend on 
whether the effluents are acidic or alkaline. 
Coagulation and 
Flocculation
Coagulation and flocculation are processes used in succession during the water treatment process. 
Coagulation neutralises the effluents while flocculation allows the solids to bind together so that they 
can be easily separated from the final discharge. 
Physical Treatment
Clarifier (Separation)
Separation occurs after the flocculation process and this process involves the continuous removal of 
solids while filtering the wastewater.
Biological Treatment
Conventional Activated 
Sludge
This process is used to reduce the concentration of organic matter, i.e. BOD and COD in wastewater.
Parameters
Units
Limits25 (Standard B)
Bakery
Food Processing
pH
5.5 - 9.0
7.3
7
Chemical Oxygen Demand (“COD”)
mg/L
200
19.92
91.61
Biological Oxygen Demand (“BOD”)
mg/L
50
6.04
30.16
Suspended solids
mg/L
100
7
29
Oil and grease
mg/L
10
-
1
(Note: COD and BOD data were taken from an average value of monthly wastewater monitoring analysis)
Sustainable Packaging
Packaging plays a crucial role in reducing our negative impact on the environment. To remain current with customer trends, 
expectations, and concerns, we aim to minimise the environmental impacts of our product packaging through packaging efficiency 
programmes. Our sustainable packaging efforts have mostly focused on the Grains and Agribusiness and Consumer Products 
segments, which are under the FFM Group.
Hence in 2022, FFM funded a feasibility study for the collection of films and flexible plastic packaging, led by Resource Recycling 
Systems Inc. (RRS) and the Penang Green Council (PGC). The purpose of this study is to expand Malaysia’s plastic circular economy 
and the results from the study will be presented in early 2023.
Our sustainable packaging approach includes reducing the amount of plastic, cardboard and paper used. A total reduction of  
779.1 MT (24.2%) of plastic and 556.5 MT (20.8%) of cardboard in packaging use has been recorded since 2020.
Packaging Material Data (MT)
Cardboard
Plastic
FY2020
FY2021
FY2022
3,218
2,803
2,677
2,508
2,120
2,439
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Natural Capital
In line with the Malaysia Plastics Sustainability Roadmap 
2021–2030 and Malaysia moving into an Extended Producer 
Responsibility (“EPR”) scheme in 2026, the Grains and 
Agribusiness and Consumer Products segments have been 
collecting primary and secondary packaging data in 2022 via 
a Packaging Data Questionnaire. The collected data will be 
used to identify opportunities to further reduce our packaging 
footprint by downgauging our packaging which also presents 
cost savings opportunities. For this reporting year, total primary 
paper packaging recorded was 38.50 MT, while secondary 
paper cardboard was 2,120 MT. 
Our Consumer Products Distribution division distributes the 
following products which utilise sustainable materials:
Natural Capital
(GRI 302-1, GRI 302-3, GRI 302-4, GRI 303-1, GRI 303-4, GRI 303-5, GRI 305-1, GRI 305-2, GRI 305-3, GRI 305-4, GRI 305-5,
GRI 306-1, GRI 306-2, GRI 306-3, GRI 306-4, GRI 306-5)
-	
Pro-Dental B has a new line of toothbrushes with handles 
made from bio-based rice husk materials called “Green 
Spark”.
-	
Goodmaid’s plastic bottles are composed of virgin and 
recycled plastic.
In our cinema division, we have converted the majority of our 
cinema concessions’ conventional plastic wares and packaging 
to biodegradable options. The division has also rolled-out a 
single-use plastic bottle recycling programme in 10 cinemas 
in the Klang Valley. The division plans to further expand this 
initiative, as well as launch reward-based reverse vending 
machines which was deferred due to the pandemic. 
Human Capital
(GRI 401-1, GRI 401-2, GRI 401-3, GRI 403-1, GRI 403-2, GRI 403-5, GRI 403-7, GRI 403-9, GRI 404-1, GRI 404-2, GRI 404-3, 
GRI 405-1, GRI 406-1)
Every employee is an important asset to the Group. We care 
for the physical and mental well-being of our employees, and 
it is our responsibility to provide a safe and healthy workplace 
where rights are respected. Additionally, we aspire to further 
enable our employees to align their career journey with their 
personal purpose and value.
In FY2021, we launched our Employee Engagement Survey 
to gather input from employees at all levels in terms of their 
experiences in the aspects of leadership, talent focus, agility 
and other factors that contribute to a conducive workplace. 
Based on the feedback, we focused on various initiatives to 
set a solid foundation and build the right culture for the Group 
during the past year. 
We launched the Group-wide competency framework in FY2022, 
which aims to align the desired behavioural expectations with 
the harmonised job structure, and to build a cohesive culture 
that will enable our businesses to thrive. 
As part of this transformational journey, we continue to invest 
in system digitalisation. An end-to-end HR business process 
system was introduced across the Group and we continue to 
roll-out the system in phases. The system aims to enhance 
employees’ experiences in people-related processes including 
onboarding, performance management, talent development 
and reward planning. In the long term, workforce data from the 
system will enable management to obtain strategic insights and 
make data-driven decisions to better engage the workforce. 
The Group has made progress in two material areas, viz safe 
and healthy workplace, and diversity and inclusion.
Health and Safety
Achieving zero workplace fatalities has always been the 
collective objective across all our business units. We are 
pleased to report that we have achieved this objective in 
2022 and attribute it to the health and safety risk management 
practises that are tailored to our diverse business operations. 
Our goal is to promote a risk-free workplace. 
The Group periodically assesses the health and safety risks 
associated with all current operations as outlined in the Group’s 
ERM Framework and overseen by the Risk Advisory Committee 
("RAC"), which is chaired by the Managing Director of PPB and 
submits reports to the A&RC and the BoD. To emphasise the 
importance of health and safety in the Group, the BoD has in March 
2023 appointed PPB’s Managing Director to have oversight of the 
management of the Group’s health and safety risks.
Across all its divisions, the Group offers relevant staff members 
specialised training in health and safety. In 2022, a total of 1,781 
employees received health and safety related training, while 
315 acquired the Health and Safety Certificate.
Our livestock farming and property (construction and 
plantations) divisions both held dengue awareness sessions for 
their workers during the year. 
Occupational Health and Safety (“OHS”) Systems
To maintain the safety and well-being of employees, contractors 
and subcontractors at the sites across the Group, robust OHS 
systems are needed. In accordance with the Occupational 
Safety and Health (Amendment) Act 2022, the relevant Group 
subsidiaries have worked towards updating current OHS 
systems to comply with the new requirements.
Weekly and twice-weekly toolbox meetings are held respectively 
at construction sites of the property division and operations of 
the Grains & Agribusiness segment, on OHS-related issues 
and highlights the importance of maintaining a secure working 
environment.
Grains and Agribusiness and Consumer Products
From our baseline in 2022, we are setting a target to achieve 
a 40% Lost Time Accident Rate (“LTAR”) reduction by 2025 
and maintain zero fatalities in the Grains & Agribusiness and 
Consumer Products segments. To ensure health and safety at 
the workplace, we also took measures such as:
Safety and Health Committee empowerment course
Monthly OSH workplace inspections
Competency training for workers involved in 
high-risk work
Implemented BBS (Behavioral Based Safety) 
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Human Capital
Human Capital
(GRI 401-1, GRI 401-2, GRI 401-3, GRI 403-1, GRI 403-2, GRI 403-5, GRI 403-7, GRI 403-9, GRI 404-1, GRI 404-2, GRI 404-3, 
GRI 405-1, GRI 406-1)
Human Capital
(GRI 401-1, GRI 401-2, GRI 401-3, GRI 403-1, GRI 403-2, GRI 403-5, GRI 403-7, GRI 403-9, GRI 404-1, GRI 404-2, GRI 404-3, 
GRI 405-1, GRI 406-1)
In 2022, we developed and implemented the FFM Group 
Environmental, Health & Safety (“EHS”) Policy, as well as 
conducted site audits at all of our 27 operating sites in 
Malaysia. Our EHS policy specifically mentions protecting our 
employees by establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy 
workplace and working procedures through ongoing hazard 
aspect identification, risk assessment and the application of risk 
controls to prevent illness and injury.
At our operations, we use a Hazard Identification, Risk 
Assessment and Risk Control ("HIRARC") system to recognise, 
evaluate, reduce and manage any workplace risks. In 2022, a 
few of our business operations such as FFP, FFM Sabah, TIB 
Pulau Indah and FFM PI, updated their HIRARC. 
Film Exhibition and Distribution
We are in the process of implementing the OSH measures set 
out below, which are targeted for completion in 2023:
Conduct training
Appoint OSH Coordinators
Review existing OSH policies, employee handbook
Develop OSH SOPs to implement control measures 
Conduct HIRARC for cinema operations and HQ
Conduct awareness talks and training on safety & 
health at the work place 
Emergency Response Teams (“ERT”) have been set up at 33 of 
our cinemas, while implementation is ongoing at the remaining 
sites. In addition, OSH committee meetings will be held at all 
cinemas on a quarterly basis. We plan to organise training 
and awareness talks on workplace safety and health for our 
employees in 2023.
Property
The Property segment has full-time safety officers or safety 
representatives on duty at all pertinent operations. At 
construction sites, a Health, Safety and Environment (“HSE”) 
committee meets monthly, and produces a monthly risk report. 
In addition, we also conduct periodical HSE audits on our 
buildings to identify potential risks in the operations and put in 
place necessary safeguards to mitigate these risks.
The segment has safety guidelines in place and is working 
towards developing a policy, committee SOPs and contractors’ 
guidelines, to affirm our commitment to health and safety.
COVID-19 response
The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted lives globally, and while 
we entered the endemic phase in 2022, the Group continued 
to implement several safety measures that included routine 
workplace sanitisation, providing face masks, self-test kits, 
and sanitising gel to employees, as well as work-from-home 
arrangements. By the middle of the year 2022, our COVID-19 
measures were relaxed per MKN/MOH’s guidelines.
The Group has in place a nationwide assistance programme 
that combines government SOPs, management accountability, 
personal accountability and aid for staff members who require 
support both mentally and financially.
Health and Safety Performance Indicators:
Recorded Accidents by Business Division
30
23
19
Group Total
0
0
0
PPB HQ
2
0
0
Property
3
8
8
Grains & Agribusiness 
(Livestock Farming)
Grains & Agribusiness 
(Flour & Animal Feed Milling)
2
4
2
3
3
1
10
4
6
Film Exhibition & Distribution (Cinema)
Environmental Engineering & Utilities
0
2
2
Consumer Products (Food Processing)
0
0
Consumer Products (Distribution)
8
4
0
Consumer Products (Bakery)
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09	
Human Capital
Human Capital
(GRI 401-1, GRI 401-2, GRI 401-3, GRI 403-1, GRI 403-2, GRI 403-5, GRI 403-7, GRI 403-9, GRI 404-1, GRI 404-2, GRI 404-3, 
GRI 405-1, GRI 406-1)
Human Capital
(GRI 401-1, GRI 401-2, GRI 401-3, GRI 403-1, GRI 403-2, GRI 403-5, GRI 403-7, GRI 403-9, GRI 404-1, GRI 404-2, GRI 404-3, 
GRI 405-1, GRI 406-1)
A total of 19 accidents were recorded in FY2022, which is a 
drop of 17.4% from 2021. 
Two major injuries (Level 4, Permanent Disabilities) were 
recorded at our mills for this reporting period. Both accidents 
occurred due to failure to observe established work  
procedures. To mitigate future accidents, we have taken the 
following preventive actions:
• 
Conducted re-training for all relevant staff on adherence 
to SOPs and work method statements.
• 
Conducted training for all relevant staff on hazard 
identification focused on Behavioural Based Safety (BSS) 
method.
• 
Reviewed HIRARC and ERP to cover emergencies and 
abnormal operating conditions.
• 
Re-trained all managers, workers including contractors 
on the requirements of Job Safety & Environment 
Analysis (JSEA), Isolation & lockout/ tagout (“LOTO”) 
implementation and process.
• 
Implemented engineering control methods such as an 
additional service switch stop button.
• 
Reviewed and amended the work instruction/ related 
SOPs (including the safety element/ Stop Work Authority).
Other recorded injuries in the Group comprised sprains, 
fractures and other minor injuries caused by falls or stumbles. 
We have conducted appropriate investigations, reviewed the 
results, and strengthened safety measures at the relevant 
divisions where the injuries have occurred. 
During the reporting period, no accidents were recorded at PPB 
headquarters, the Property segment, or the Consumer Products 
(Distribution) and Consumer Products (Bakery) divisions.
Average No. of Lost Days per Accident by Business Division
24.73
26.48
46.79
Group Total
0
0
0
PPB HQ
87.5
0
0
Property
8.67
22.13
13.63
Grains & Agribusiness 
(Livestock Farming)
Grains & Agribusiness 
(Flour & Animal Feed Milling)
17
23.5
36.5
8.67
25.33
35
25.5
39
89.83
Film Exhibition & Distribution (Cinema)
Environmental Engineering & Utilities
0
66.5
26
Consumer Products (Food Processing)
0
0
Consumer Products (Distribution)
36
26
0
Consumer Products (Bakery)
Average number of lost days per accident = Total lost workdays / number of recorded accidents
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Lost Time Accident Rate by Business Division
(Number of accidents per 100 employees [full-time equivalents])
0.59
0.41
0.3
Group Total
0
0
0
PPB HQ
1.02
0
0
Property
0.61
1.69
1.71
Grains & Agribusiness 
(Livestock Farming)
Grains & Agribusiness 
(Flour & Animal Feed Milling)
0.16
0.23
0.09
1.14
1.2
0.77
0.91
0.34
0.45
Film Exhibition & Distribution (Cinema)
Environmental Engineering & Utilities
0
1.45
0.25
Consumer Products (Food Processing)
0
0
Consumer Products (Distribution)
0.89
0.46
0
Consumer Products (Bakery)
Lost-time accident rate = Number of accidents * 200,000 / (average number of employees for the year * 48 working weeks *  
44 working hours per week)
Human Capital
(GRI 401-1, GRI 401-2, GRI 401-3, GRI 403-1, GRI 403-2, GRI 403-5, GRI 403-7, GRI 403-9, GRI 404-1, GRI 404-2, GRI 404-3, 
GRI 405-1, GRI 406-1)
Human Capital
(GRI 401-1, GRI 401-2, GRI 401-3, GRI 403-1, GRI 403-2, GRI 403-5, GRI 403-7, GRI 403-9, GRI 404-1, GRI 404-2, GRI 404-3, 
GRI 405-1, GRI 406-1)
Employee Engagement and Satisfaction
The Group is committed to respecting the rights of our employees as they are key to our long-term sustainability. We endeavour to 
ensure employee satisfaction through proactive employee engagement. This fosters a good employee-management relationship 
which helps us retain our workforce, as well as increase productivity and morale within the Group, thereby creating a better working 
environment. 
This year, the Group recorded a total of 6,007 employees, including both permanent and contract staff. About 18% of our employees 
work on a part-time basis - mainly in the cinema operations, to cater to the cyclical nature of the business.
Employees by Employment Type
7,000
6,000
5,000
4,000
3,000
2,000
1,000
0
Total: 4,768
FY2020
4,083
685
FY2021
Total: 5,297
1,079
4,218
FY2022
Total: 6,007
1,574
4,433
Contract
Permanent
We respect the rights of our employees to take parental leave26. In 2022, a total of 161 employees took parental leave. 159 employees 
returned to work after their leave ended, and of these, 95% remain employed with us after 12 months.
Parental Leave
FY2022
FY2021
FY2020
Male
Female
Number of employees who took Parental Leave
94
67
129
141
Employees who returned after Parental Leave
100%
97%
100%
100%
Employees who returned to work after Parental Leave and were still 
employed 12 months after their return to work
98%
91%
94%
96%
A performance-based appraisal system has been established to review our employees’ performance against key position-specific 
indicators. Through these appraisals, we provide merit-based recognition and rewards, including welfare compensation and 
benefits that are strategically devised to promote the general well-being of our employees while recognising performance and 
seniority which will boost employee morale and motivate the team. 100% of our employees received an annual performance review 
in FY2022. 
26	 Refers to maternity and paternity leave.
FY2020
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Human Capital
To further improve our management-employee relationship, 
we conducted multiple employee engagement activities 
throughout the financial year. In FY2022, we allocated 
RM586,858 towards our employee engagement initiatives. We 
also conduct an Employee Engagement Survey every other 
year to measure employee satisfaction, with the next survey 
scheduled for 2023.
As a measure to increase our employee satisfaction, the Group 
has made enhancements to employee benefits. This year, we 
revised a few employee benefits across our business units:
• 
Revised Group Term Life and Group Personal Accident 
insurance policies for all eligible employees, including 
non-executive employees.
• 
Introduced the Employees Assistance Programme in 
partnership with the Malaysian Mental Health Association 
(MMHA), an intervention programme designed to help 
employees cope with personal issues that may be 
adversely affecting their mental well-being.
• 
Provided CSR leave to enable employees across the PPB 
Group to drive societal change and contribute to CSR 
activities.
Human Capital
(GRI 401-1, GRI 401-2, GRI 401-3, GRI 403-1, GRI 403-2, GRI 403-5, GRI 403-7, GRI 403-9, GRI 404-1, GRI 404-2, GRI 404-3, 
GRI 405-1, GRI 406-1)
Human Capital
(GRI 401-1, GRI 401-2, GRI 401-3, GRI 403-1, GRI 403-2, GRI 403-5, GRI 403-7, GRI 403-9, GRI 404-1, GRI 404-2, GRI 404-3, 
GRI 405-1, GRI 406-1)
In addition to the yearly provision of inpatient and outpatient 
medical benefits and insurance coverage to all levels of 
employees, the Employee Assistance Programme ("EAP") 
was introduced to the workforce across the Group effective 
January 2022 in partnership with the Malaysian Mental 
Health Association ("MMHA"). Employees needing this type 
of support are encouraged to connect directly with MMHA, 
which will assign qualified psychotherapists or counsellors 
(whichever applies based on the case scenario) to take 
the employees through the recovery journey. The Group 
also works with a third-party administrator to enable our 
employees to access medical benefits and enjoy cashless 
treatment via a mobile phone app.
The Group provides an array of occupational and non-
occupational healthcare services and programmes to 
employees.
Non-occupational healthcare services include dental, 
optical, and health screening subsidies which are part of 
the standard provision to promote employees’ general 
well-being.
At FFM, a few business units have conducted medical 
surveillance for their employees such as health surveillance 
for laboratory and premix staff (FFM Sabah), medical 
check-ups related to ergonomic illness (FGM Kuching, 
audiometric testing and chemicals exposure monitoring 
for the QA/ QC department (JBFM KK).
Healthcare Benefits
Talent Attraction and Retention
Providing effective training and development opportunities 
for our employees is critical to the growth of our businesses 
and ensures that our workforce is dynamic and up-to-date 
on industry trends. We expanded our training programme to 
include e-learning platforms and online courses in response 
to the increased push for digitalisation caused by COVID-19 
disruptions. With the advent of remote working and learning, 
more employees received relevant training than in previous 
reporting periods.
Our 
Human 
Resources 
department 
offers 
meaningful 
development programmes and opportunities based on 
employee discussions and established training plans. During 
the reporting period, the available training topics ranged from 
leadership skills and role-based developments to workshops 
on harassment and discrimination. The Group organised two 
virtual workshops on “Harassment and Discrimination” for 
218 managerial staff from PPB headquarters and the business 
segments to equip them with basic knowledge on how to manage 
complaints on the subject matter. Another two workshops on 
the same topic were also held and were open to all employees 
of the Group. At the cinema division, seven virtual workshops 
on “Bullying and Harassment” were conducted for 231 of its 
staff from GSC HQ and its cinemas. The Group recorded a total 
of 92,419 training hours for all employees (full-time and part-
time), with 43,542 training hours conducted virtually in FY2022. 
Total Training Hours 
92,419
For Full-Time Employee:
71,126
For Part-Time Employee:
21,293
Average Training Hours per Employee
FY2020
9.52
FY2021
10.53
FY2022
15.39
Training Hours by Gender
40%
60%
Female
Male
At PPB, we endeavour to create and retain a high-performing 
workforce with an emphasis on merits and skills in our 
recruitment and promotion processes.
We also strive to maintain a strong presence in the job market 
through employer branding via social media, participation in 
career fairs and providing internship programmes to graduates.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Group strives to build a diverse and inclusive work culture 
in which each employee is respected, valued and given equal 
opportunities based on merit. The Group is guided by the 
principles as expressed in the Universal Declaration of Human 
Rights. We have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination 
based on race, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, 
disability or other defining factors; and this has been 
incorporated into our Human Rights Policy, which is available 
on our website at www.ppbgroup.com. 
We comply with all applicable labour laws, rules and regulations 
in the countries the Group operates, including the Malaysian 
Employment Act 1955, the Industrial Relations Act 1967 on 
freedom of association, collective bargaining, and regulations 
governing key issues such as child labour and forced labour. 
There were no instances of child labour, forced labour or human 
rights violations reported during the year. All our employees 
have legal contracts and we do not employ any individual 
below the age of 16.
The Group focuses on creating a conducive workplace for our 
employees and has taken steps to cultivate an inclusive work 
culture. Three differently abled employees work at FFM, which 
makes up about 0.07% of the Group’s permanent workforce. 
Furthermore, we also encourage fair representation of women 
in top managerial positions throughout the Group; in FY2022, 
35% of management and 25% of the BoD of PPB Group Berhad 
comprised of women. Subsequently, we have increased our 
representation of women on the BoD to 33% in January 2023.
Fair employment opportunity is assured to all groups, and we 
strive to provide a safe and mutually respectful workplace 
environment that is free from violence, harassment, humiliation 
and intimidation. Any cases of harassment and discrimination 
will be addressed through the Grievance Channel which 
prevents reprisals against the reported employee.
We are also committed to local employment and creating 
employment opportunities for locals where practical. 92% of 
our workforce are Malaysians and only 8% are non-Malaysians. 
Training Hours by Employment Type*
70%
Non-
Executives
10%
20%
Management
Executives
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Manufactured Capital
09	
Human Capital
Human Capital
(GRI 401-1, GRI 401-2, GRI 401-3, GRI 403-1, GRI 403-2, GRI 403-5, GRI 403-7, GRI 403-9, GRI 404-1, GRI 404-2, GRI 404-3, 
GRI 405-1, GRI 406-1)
 This year, we recorded a full-time voluntary turnover rate of 22.6%. 
Employee Category
Gender (Directors)
Age Group (Directors)
Nationality
Total Employee Strength
Gender (Employees)
Age Group (Employees)
Ethnicity
Male
70%
Female
30%
Male
75%
Female
25%
74%
4,433
26%
1,574
Female
Permanent
Contract
Male
Management
Executive
Non-Executive
423
415
228
122
3,534
1,285
44%
11%
18%
8%
10%
45%
Age 30 - 50
Age > 50
Chinese
Indian
Others
Age < 30
75%
8%
Above 60
Non-Malaysian
25%
Below 60
64%
Bumiputra
92%
Malaysian
Manufactured Capital
(GRI 416-2)
Across all our business segments, we acknowledge the 
essential value of our products and services and how they 
may contribute to sustainable development. As such, we 
realise that efficient use of manufactured capital leads to 
flexibility, responsiveness to market demands, innovativeness 
and sensitivity to the overarching environment that surrounds 
us. Through this realisation, we strive to fulfil our purpose of 
delivering quality products and services while maintaining our 
dedication to sustainable practices.
Quality and Safety
The Group takes responsibility for ensuring that our products 
and services are safe and of the highest quality. Consistency 
in providing excellent service and products enables us to meet 
our customers' expectation which in turn, significantly influence 
our overall business performance. We practise strict adherence 
to international quality and safety standards throughout our 
operations. Furthermore, we take extensive measures to 
ensure that the products we offer meet applicable standards, 
especially our food products, where food safety and handling 
are our top priorities.
To demonstrate our commitment, we obtained relevant food 
regulations and standards certifications for our food-related 
divisions, including HACCP Certification (MS1480:2007), 
HACCP Codex Alimentarius Certification, GMP Certification 
(MS1514:2009), FSSC 22000, and ISO 22000 Food Safety 
Management System ("FSMS"). On top of that, we are Halal-
certified by the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia 
(JAKIM) as well.
Food Regulations
and Standards
HACCP Certification 
(MS1480:2007)
GMP Certification 
(MS1514:2009) 
HACCP Codex 
Alimentarius Certification
ISO 22000 Food Safety 
Management System 
(“FSMS”)
FSSC 22000
Halal-certified
We are pleased to report that in FY2022, there were zero 
incidents of non-compliance concerning food safety or product 
quality across the Group. 
Grains and Agribusiness & Consumer Products
Flour and Animal Feed Divisions
We introduced a few enhancements at our FFM PI mill by 
upgrading our bulk loading system, packaging line and bulk 
tanker. We have set up pallet inverters and allergen grain 
monitoring and testing to prevent allergen contamination, as 
well as installed a patent-approved check weigher for 25kg and 
1kg flour bags to meet new regulations and improve weighing 
accuracy. Furthermore, foreign seed removal in cleaned wheat 
for bagging has been improved by adjusting cleaning machines. 
At our FGM Pasir Gudang mill, an automated packing line has 
been installed for 1kg flour products. 
At our feed division, we have set up a quality assurance (“QA”) 
station to closely monitor product quality during the production 
process.
Our flour mills will be 100% FSSC 22000 certified when our 
JBFM KK mill in Sabah, obtains the certification in 2023. 
We provide refresher training on quality and safety to relevant 
employees, as well as introduction training on ISO 9001:2015 
and FSSC 22000 for new hires. The FSSC 22000 training 
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10	
Manufactured Capital
Property
To maintain the quality of 
our properties, we have 
established digital asset 
management for Cheras 
LeisureMall, Cheras Plaza, 
The 
Linc, 
Megah 
Rise, 
New World Park and The 
Whiteaways Arcade. We 
established 
a 
platform 
to receive feedback for 
improvements 
from 
our 
customers 
through 
our 
Facebook and Instagram 
pages. For Megah Rise 
Residensi 
in 
Selangor 
and 
Southern 
Marina 
Residences 
in 
Johor, 
we use a mobile application for facility management. In terms 
of sustainable development, our Megah Rise Residensi was 
awarded the GreenRE Gold Certification. The certification 
ensures energy optimisation, water efficiency during construction 
and building operation, environmental protection through site 
selection, materials used, emissions calculation, and other green 
building features. 
Manufactured Capital
(GRI 416-2)
In FY2022, FGM PG received the SIFIRI (See It, Fix It, Report 
It) Supplier Award from ARYZTA AG, a reputable international 
bakery company based in Schlieren, Switzerland with 
operations in Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. FGM 
PG was the only supplier across Asia selected to receive this 
food safety award.
Livestock Farming
In the livestock farming division, our layer farms are 
ISO 9001-certified, while both our breeder and layer farms 
are certified under the Skim Amalan Pertanian Baik Malaysia 
(“myGAP”), which demonstrates our commitment to follow the 
best agricultural practices. We collect data on the mortality rate, 
body weight, uniformity and egg production rate of our parent 
stock and commercial layers to ensure their health.
Frozen Food Processing
At FFM Further Processing, we have increased our Adenosine 
Triphosphate (“ATP”) test on equipment by 30% post-cleaning 
to ensure cleanliness is up to standard. We have also included 
photos at chicken inspection stations as a guide for operators 
on the inspection of Skinless Boneless Breast (“SBB”) fresh 
chicken. In addition, we have doubled the number of samples 
tested for our sausage products during production to minimise 
the risk of contamination, thus ensuring the finished products 
meet our quality and safety standards.
Bakery
The Italian Baker, which is under the Consumer Products 
segment, introduced tamper-evident bread bag packaging for 
all Massimo bread loaves. The laser-sealed packaging, which is 
a first in Malaysia, is designed with product safety in mind and 
eliminates the possibility of tampering. The introduction of the 
packaging showcases our commitment to addressing growing 
concerns about product safety and integrity.
In case of product defects at our Grains and Agribusiness and 
Consumer Products segments, we established a traceability 
system to identify the product batch and distribution chain, 
following our principal recall SOPs if necessary.
Film Exhibition and Distribution
As of the end of 2022, the cinema division has obtained HACCP 
System (MS 1480:2019) certification for a total of 23 cinema 
concessions and GSC HQ, while another 11 cinema concessions 
are fully HACCP-compliant and preparing for certification.  
A further 16 cinema concessions are expected to be fully 
HACCP-compliant in 2023. 
To ensure good popcorn quality, we provide a popping 
evaluation programme for all poppers, cinema managers 
and area managers. We improved our supplier audit with the 
implementation of a root cause analysis and corrective action 
verification procedures. A product traceability procedure has 
also been established to determine the root cause of product 
defects if any, and the procedure is continuously improved. 
Financial Capital
(GRI 201-1)
In increasing our financial health, the Group is also mindful of 
the balance needed when aligning wealth performance with 
sustainable growth. In terms of our economic performance, we 
strive to create a business that goes beyond monetary gain and 
makes a positive impact on people’s lives.
Economic Performance
Generating long-term value creation for stakeholders allows us 
to sustain our business and uphold leadership in all markets in 
which we operate. The Group commits to practising financial 
discipline in management across our operations to ensure 
business stability. Our economic performance enables us 
to continue delivering quality products and services to our 
customers and to meet their evolving expectations.
PPB’s Managing Director’s explanation of the Group’s 
performance and fuller information on our economic 
performance can be found in the Managing Director’s Review 
(pages 18-26) and audited financial statements (pages 68-167) 
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Social & Relationship Capital
12	
Social & Relationship Capital
Social & Relationship Capital
(GRI 204-1, GRI 413-1)
Social & Relationship Capital
(GRI 204-1, GRI 413-1)
Consumer products and services are our commodities but 
people are our business. We adopt a stakeholder-centric 
approach to business, accounting for the relational capital 
necessary for any successful operation. We shape our business 
to incorporate corporate citizenship to identify societal areas 
where we can make a positive impact and contribute to a more 
sustainable operating environment for all.
Brand Image and Reputation
In the current technology landscape, online presence and digital 
marketing are crucial to maintaining brand recognition amongst 
tech-savvy youth, especially for consumer-based businesses. 
We regularly update the corporate websites of our respective 
business units to showcase new products and service launches. 
Our Grains and Agribusiness and Consumer Product segments 
are supported by comprehensive Point of Sales Marketing 
("POSM") procedures to ensure brand dynamics and relevance 
to consumer trends and expectations.
As a leader in the domestic cinema industry, GSC has maintained 
a strong social media presence across various platforms to 
introduce new movie experiences or initiatives. These include:
GSC Rewards
In July 2022, GSC introduced a new customer loyalty programme 
to reward members with exclusive invitations, giveaways and 
members-only events through GSCoins.
Hydro Run
GSC collaborated with Air Selangor to organise a fun run event 
for families at IOI City Mall, Putrajaya.
In FY2022, the Group recorded zero cases of non-compliance 
issues 
with 
marketing 
communications 
and 
labelling 
requirements for our products and services across all business 
divisions. 
In recognition of the Group's ability to differentiate ourselves from 
competitors, our business units have received several honours.
Golden Screen Cinemas
• Platinum award in the Entertainment Category, Putra Brand 
Awards 2022
• 1st Runner-up in Malaysia’s 100 Leading Graduate Employers 
2022 in the Media and Entertainment Category 
FFM Grains & Mills, Pasir Gudang
• SIFIRI (See It, Fix It, Report It) Supplier Award 2022 by 
ARYZTA AG 
Property
• Megah Rise Residensi was awarded the GreenRE Gold 
Certification
Customer Satisfaction
We take great pride in providing our clients and customers 
with high-quality products and services. To further improve our 
customers satisfaction with the Group’s services, we organise 
customer engagement initiatives and conduct annual surveys 
to collect valuable feedback for future improvements.
GSC Big
In partnership with Hong Leong Bank, GSC has launched GSC 
BIG, a proprietary premium large format screen for enhanced 
viewing experience for cinema-goers.
We primarily engage with institutional customers through meetings and physical audits of our facilities in our Grains and Agribusiness 
and Consumer Products segments. Annual customer surveys are distributed to major clients, and we have also established customer 
complaint and survey procedures across all branches to gather data for review.
At our cinema division, we have been conducting customer satisfaction ("CSAT") surveys since December 2021, to obtain feedback 
on customers’ movie-going experiences. Quick Response (“QR”) codes from our CSAT surveys are prominently displayed at all 
cinema exit walkways and washrooms to provide easy access to our customers.
Our property division has implemented the Net Promoter Score (“NPS”) at Megah Rise to gauge unit owners’ experiences during the 
vacant possession stage. For other properties under the Group’s management, we have two additional channels of communication 
with customers, which include QR codes via Business WhatsApp and social media pages.
Business Segment
Metrics
FY2022 Performance
Grains & Agribusiness 
and Consumer Products
Annual Customer Survey
326 valid customer complaints recorded across all 
divisions and branches.
Film Exhibition 
& Distribution
CSAT via QR codes
A total of 888 (per 100,000 admissions) customer 
feedback and 45 (per 100,000 admissions) customer 
complaints received. 
Property
NPS
8.6 out of 10.
Human Rights
We believe it is our responsibility to uphold human rights within 
all areas of operations in the Group, and we maintain the utmost 
respect for the rights of the indigenous people of Malaysia, the 
foreign workforce, and other marginalised communities. 
The Board has oversight on human rights matters within the 
Group’s operations and is assisted by the SSC. At our flour and 
animal feed milling divisions, FFM PI and FGM Sarawak are 
members of Sedex and have pledged to apply the UN Guiding 
Principles on Business and Human Rights and Organisation for 
Economic Cooperation and Development (“OECD”) Guideline 
for Multinational Enterprises in their operations. 
Our Human Rights Policy, which was established in 2018 and 
is guided by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, was 
updated and approved by the Board in February 2023. The 
policy outlines our commitment to the following and is available 
on our website at www.ppbgroup.com. 
• Non-Discrimination
• Fair Employment Conditions
• Health and Safety
• Workplace Security
• Privacy/Data Protection
• No Child or Forced Labour and Human Trafficking
• Community Rights
The Group’s Code of Conduct and Ethics (“the Code”) are 
briefed to new employees during the induction process. 
The Code is contained in the Employee Handbook, which is 
provided to all employees and accessible on both a shared 
drive, as well as our corporate website at www.ppbgroup.com.
We have a grievance mechanism and a whistleblower channel 
in place for internal and external stakeholders to raise concerns 
about inappropriate behaviour or misconduct within the Group. 
We take all allegations of potential misconduct very seriously 
and take all necessary steps to resolve issues. 
Due to our strict adherence to national labour laws and 
regulations, as well as our Human Rights Policy, we are proud to 
say that the Group has reported zero breaches or violations of 
human rights laws throughout our operations for this reporting 
period.
In the cinema division, all new and the majority of existing GSC 
cinemas are wheel-chair friendly, with ramps and elevators to 
facilitate moviegoing for people with disabilities. Similarly, at 
Cheras LeisureMall, we have dedicated restrooms, as well as 
mall entrances with ramps and parking bays specifically for the 
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Supply Chain Management
The group performs vendor performance evaluations to 
assess suppliers based on established criteria. At our property 
division, the assessment is conducted on a project-by-project 
basis and validated by our internal procurement team prior 
to the retention of vendors for further engagements. We are 
committed to responsible procurement by working with supply 
chain partners who share our commitment to sustainability, 
whenever possible. In FY2020, the Group implemented our 
Human Rights Policy which includes any subsequent updates, 
in our supply chain. 
Our support for local small and medium enterprises (“SME”) 
extends beyond contract awards and material purchases, as 
we strive to promote ESG practices among our suppliers and 
to support a thriving local economy. In FY2022, about 92.5% of 
the Group’s suppliers are local to our areas of operation, and 
we are working towards a consolidation of the total proportion 
of spending on local suppliers for all business segments in the 
next reporting year. 
Our three oil palm plantations, with an average size of 291 
hectares, have achieved Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil 
(“MSPO”) certification and recorded a total production of 
8,749.30 MT of fresh fruit bunches in FY2022. The Group 
utilised a total of 17,435.40 MT of palm oil for our operations 
in the reporting period, of which 3.14% were Roundtable on 
Sustainable Palm Oil (“RSPO”) certified. More than 90% of our 
palm oil purchased come from suppliers with No Deforestation, 
No Peat and No Exploitation (“NDPE”) policy. 
PPB also owns an 18.6% equity interest in Wilmar, one of Asia’s 
largest integrated agribusiness groups. Wilmar has been a 
RSPO member since September 2004 and is committed to 
achieving 100% RSPO certification for all its own estates and 
mills by 2025. More information on the certification progress 
can be found on the Wilmar website (https://www.wilmar-
international.com/sustainability/certification/rspo-certification).
Community Engagement and Development
Giving back to the community has been a top priority for 
the Group, particularly under the prevailing challenging 
circumstances. As Malaysia entered the COVID-19 endemic 
phase, we continued to work towards a more sustainable future 
for all stakeholders by making meaningful contributions to local 
communities.
Social & Relationship Capital
(GRI 204-1, GRI 413-1)
Social & Relationship Capital
(GRI 204-1, GRI 413-1)
PPB had established two funds to benefit those in need 
which Kuok Foundation Berhad (“KF”) was appointed to 
manage:
PPB-KF Welfare Fund for Perlis, a RM10 million endowment 
fund was established in 2010 to benefit the poor and 
underprivileged in Perlis. In 2022, the fund disbursed 
RM488,990 to provide vouchers for school items to 2,770 
students, and a donation to one welfare home. A cumulative 
total of more than RM2.8 million has thus far been spent 
on school uniforms and shoes for more than 12,000 
primary and secondary school children in need under the  
PPB-KF annual Educare Project, as well as 90 study grants,  
199 scholarships and cash donations to welfare homes. 
PPB50 Fund, a RM20 million fund was set up in 2019 to 
commemorate PPB’s 50th anniversary. In 2022, a total of 
RM345,096 was disbursed for a Food Programme in which 
665 students in need from 35 secondary schools in Sungai 
Petani, Kedah were provided with daily RM3 meal vouchers. 
A total of RM255,117 was spent on the PPB50 Educare 
Programme and Back To School Programme where 1,982 
students in need from Melaka, Sg Petani, Pahang and the 
Klang Valley were provided with essential school items. 
Financial aid was also given to 1,126 students from B40 
families in Bentong, Pahang to pay for their school and 
book fees. Donations totalling RM190,000 were approved 
for Sekola Baroka activities in Johor Bahru and Pendidikan  
360 workshops in Kuala Lumpur. More than RM2.3 million 
has been disbursed since the Fund’s inception.
Our employees are encouraged to contribute to the Group's 
corporate social responsibility ("CSR") efforts to give back to 
the community. Employees who volunteer during working 
hours are eligible for CSR Leave of up to five days per year or 
Replacement Leave for outside of working hours. 
In 2022, the Group has carried on with our usual range of 
community contributions and engagement efforts, some of 
which are listed in the next page. 
The Group’s CSR initiatives during the year are set out under the following pillars: 
women and youth
Baking for a Better Future
PPB continued with its flagship ”Baking for a Better Future” project aimed at empowering marginalised groups with baking skills for 
employment or entrepreneurial opportunities. Under this project, several initiatives were organised in FY2022, including:
Women & Youth
Indigenous 
Communities
Arts & Culture
Vulnerable 
Communities & 
Families
Baking Competition
We worked with the Dignity for 
Children 
Foundation 
and 
bake 
X dignity to organise a year-end 
competition for students currently 
enrolled in their baking classes. The 
judging panel consists of experts and 
representatives from PPB and FFM, 
and the grand prize winner received 
an oven and baking utensils.
Persatuan STAND
Persatuan STAND is a social enterprise 
that trains young adults with special 
needs for jobs. PPB donated baking 
equipment and amenities as they 
relocated to a new pie bakery (Stand 
Pie Me), allowing the NGO to increase 
production volume and accommodate 
a larger number of students.
EZY Bakery Workshop
PPB became the founding sponsor 
for a baking studio at Subang Jaya 
Goodyear Court 2 aimed at upskilling 
the B40 community through free 
baking classes, which started in March 
2023.
Supermum
For Supermum’s Batches 3 and 
4 participants, PPB organised a 
Business Training workshop. The 
workshop 
topics 
included 
basic 
accounting, branding and baking tips 
and were facilitated by staff from our 
subsidiaries. PPB ordered 616 jars 
of cookies and 86 cakes baked by 
Supermum graduates for our CSR 
initiatives to support the participants.
Ibupreneur Academy
We 
maintained 
our 
collaboration 
efforts with Ibupreneur to establish 
the 
Ibupreneur 
Academy, 
which 
empowers vulnerable women through 
an 8-module training course. To 
support their training needs, PPB 
renovated the Academy’s baking 
studio and FFM sponsored the baking 
equipment.
PPB and PPB Property collaborated to organise bazaars in 
November and December 2022 to provide trainees under the 
"Baking for a Better Future" initiatives with an opportunity to sell 
their products and boost their income. The bazaars also offered 
the trainees a valuable learning experience and exposure.
“Hello, We Can!” x My Mind on Film
As part of GSC's ongoing efforts with "Hello, We Can!", GSC 
and HELP University's Centre for Mental Health and Wellness 
(“CMHW”) held a competition for high school students and 
young adults to create short films to raise mental health 
awareness while encouraging creativity. The competition 
winners were given the opportunity to create a public service 
announcement on mental health issues in Malaysia, which was 
shown in GSC cinemas in November 2022.
The Group contributed more than 
RM3 million in community investments during 
the reporting period, of which RM1.9 million 
(60%) was spent on COVID-19 related initiatives. 
Contributions to registered non-profit organisations 
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Social & Relationship Capital
(GRI 204-1, GRI 413-1)
In addition to CSR projects, donations were also made to the 
following social events:
• Introduction to Short Form Content
• How Content Makes or Breaks
• Giving Your Videos an Edge with Editing
• Finding Your Voice and Style
• Promoting Your Content Online
• Donated 19,000 units of Massimo Burrosa Pound 
Cake and 19,000 units of Massimo Chiffon in a Cup 
for participants and volunteers at the Sukma XX MSN 
Games 2022.
• Donated 500 units of Massimo Cream Rolls for SJK (C) 
Jinjang Annual Sports Day.
• Supplied 18 bottles of Seri Murni Cooking Oil to Crew 
Skills Culinary School of Asia for the Battle of the Chefs 
2022 competition.
• Sponsored 200 units of Massimo Burrosa Pound Cake, 
204 units of Kart’s RTE and 60 sets of V-Soy Multi-Grain 
Soya Bean Milk for the closing ceremony of PIXEL 
2022.
• Contributed 500 units of Massimo Burrosa Pound 
Cake, 504 units of Kart’s RTE and 120 sets of V-Soy 
Multi-Grain Soya Bean Milk for participants of Merbauan 
Science and Technology Day 2022.
Grains & Agribusiness/ 
Consumer Products segments
Creative Content Workshop & Competition
PPB continued its efforts in empowering youth by collaborating 
with GSC with support from TikTok, in organising a workshop on 
"Content Creator Day with GSC". This workshop equipped youth 
with a passion for filmmaking and storytelling, with technical skills 
to discover new and inspiring ways to create effective, impactful 
as well as engaging unique content. Five social media influencers 
were invited to share their experiences and tips on creating 
engaging content. Among the topics covered were:
Indigenous Communities
Empowering The Indigenous Community
We have worked with Malaysia's indigenous communities for 
the past eight years to address their basic needs and improve 
their living conditions. PPB worked with Yayasan Kajian dan 
Pembangunan Masyarakat ("YKPM") to help four villagers start 
a fruit orchard on 4.5 acres of vacant land in Kg. Keruing, Pekan 
in Pahang. We also provide eco-farming and bookkeeping 
training to ensure sustainable long-term self-management by 
the communities.
In addition, by providing the necessary building materials, 
we aided in the construction of sanitation facilities for rural 
communities in Pekan and Kuala Rompin in Pahang. PPB 
contributed the materials to construct 16 sets of sanitation 
facilities, each of which includes one toilet, one bathroom and 
one wash basin with a mirror.
Arts and Culture
GSC International Screens & Film Festivals
GSC International Screens advocated for the promotion of 
world cultures through films since December 1999. In 2001, this 
was expanded further with film festivals hosted in collaboration 
with foreign embassies. In FY2022, GSC hosted a total of 
eight international film festivals featuring prominent films from 
Japan, France, the Czech Republic, Korea and Latin America. 
GSC also maintained its embassy-organised standalone 
appreciation screenings, such as Europe in Cinema and the 
Japanese Weekend Film Show. Under the GSC International 
Screens banner, four titles were screened in our cinemas viz 
“The French Dispatch”, “The Family”, “Just Remembering” and 
“See How They Run.”
Arts and Culture Appreciation
In conjunction with the Georgetown World Heritage Festival, 
our property division organised a series of workshops, 
a photography competition and a photo exhibition. The 
photography competition, which attracted 400 entries, is a 
platform for youth and photo enthusiasts to capture through 
their lenses, the beauty and culture of Georgetown and Penang. 
Megah Rise Mall Mural Painting
The property division partnered with two local universities in a 
mural painting project. Students from the arts and design faculty 
were invited to submit mural designs for the Megah Rise retail 
space. The designs of shortlisted candidates were featured 
at Megah Rise mall’s opening in December 2022. These 
candidates received RM1,000 each as a token of appreciation.
Support Local Musical Talent
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the 
arts and cultural heritage sectors across Malaysia. As part of our 
ongoing efforts to assist struggling musicians, PPB supported 
GSC’s launch of “JIN After Dark”, a weekly live performance 
event at JIN Gastrobar. The event, which is free to the public 
and held on weekends, provides a regular venue for local 
musicians and bands to perform, enabling them to supplement 
their income and recover from the pandemic. This initiative was 
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Social & Relationship Capital
Social & Relationship Capital
(GRI 204-1, GRI 413-1)
Social & Relationship Capital
(GRI 204-1, GRI 413-1)
Vulnerable Communities & Families
Autism Awareness 2022
GSC launched a campaign called “Loving Autism” in April for 
autism awareness, beginning with the screening of two films 
about the disorder, “The Specials” (re-run from 2020) and 
“The Reason I Jump”. GSC also deployed long-term sensory-
friendly screenings in July 2022, making films accessible to 
neurodivergent audiences on a monthly basis. 
The campaign received extensive media coverage, including 
articles in major newspapers, online portals, and magazines. 
GSC donated RM30,000 to organisations such as the National 
Autism Society of Malaysia, the Early Autism Project Malaysia, 
and the Autism Café Project to further support this cause.
Community Charity Kiosk @ Cheras LeisureMall
Although Malaysia is transitioning to the endemic phase, local 
NGOs remain vulnerable to economic disruptions. Our property 
division helped by providing free kiosk space at Cheras 
LeisureMall for seven charitable organisations/ NGOs to sell 
their wares while also raising awareness of their causes. 
Zero to Hero Project
PPB sponsored 30 participants from the B40 community for a 
6-day intensive sewing course facilitated by the Persatuan Seni 
Jahitan Kreatif Malaysia (“PSJKM”). During the pandemic, many 
from the B40 group were unemployed and found it difficult to 
earn a stable income due to limited employment opportunities. 
This course has helped to empower those in need with sewing 
skills, upskill them for entrepreneurship and provide a means to 
generate a side income to cover the rising cost of living.
Regenerative Satellite Farm
PPB invested in a sustainable initiative by PWD Smart 
FarmAbility Enterprise (“PWD”) by sponsoring five satellite 
farms for welfare homes or recipients in need. The satellite farm 
is a symbiotic regenerative soil aquaponic system whereby 
recipients can harvest organic vegetables and fresh tilapia fish 
for a more balanced diet. They can also sell any excess in their 
neighbourhoods, thereby providing income opportunities to 
the homes or recipients.
The satellite farm consists of six growing towers with at least 
four types of regenerative organic vegetables including red 
watercress, sayur manis, Brazillian spinach and a canvas pond 
at the centre that houses 100 tilapia fishes. The recipients of 
the satellite farms were Pertubuhan Warga Emas Kenang Budi 
KL, En Yuan Old Folks Home Sg Way, Persatuan Kebajikan 
Kasih OKU Selangor, Pusat Pemulihan Dalam Komuniti (“PDK”) 
Semenyih, and a group of single mothers residing at PPR 
Pinggiran Bukit Jalil. 
Mooncake Donation & Distribution
In conjunction with the Mid-Autumn Festival, FFM and the 
Asia Crisis Response Alliance (“ACRA”) donated 297 sets of 
mooncakes to underprivileged communities in the Klang Valley 
and Bukit Mertajam.
Christmas Toy Bank 2022
In conjunction with Christmas Day and the year-end festive 
season, the Group continued with its annual CSR activity by 
collaborating with retail malls under PPB Properties to invite 
shoppers to contribute gifts to underprivileged children. We 
collected a total of 589 gifts, which were distributed to 283 
children from 11 homes within the Klang Valley and Penang. 
Festival Celebrations
PPB celebrates the four main festivals with the underprivileged and 
marginalised communities by organising lunches, outings, activities, 
distributing festive goodies and fulfilling some of their wishes. 
Group’s COVID-19 Initiatives
GROUP’S TOTAL COMMITMENT FOR COVID-19 INITIATIVES & DISASTER RELIEF
AS AT 31 DECember 2022
RM1.9 Million
Flood Aid: RM645K
•	 Cash Relief for 320 Staff
•	 6,917 Packs of Food & 
Cleaning Products
•	 300 Packs of Diapers & 
Sanitary Pads
•	 1,230 Sets of School 
Uniforms & Shoes
Hello 
We Can 
Campaign: 
RM81K
Learning Aids: 
RM71K
•	 1 Orang Asli 
Centre
•	 1 Welfare 
Home
Utility Assistance: 
RM24K
•	 27 Families
•	 4 Welfare Homes
Medical Care: 
RM6K
Disaster 
Preparedness and 
Relief: RM38K
•	 5 Awareness 
Sessions on Flood 
Safety & Survival
Food Aid: RM683K
•	 5,108 Recipients
•	 12 Welfare Homes
• 1 Grocery Store 
(Manned by Refugees)
• 1,100 Hot Meals
Livelihood/ Upskilling: 
RM324K
•	 46 Entertainers
•	 30 Women for Creative 
Sewing
• 1 Home Tailor
• 5 Regenerative Satellite Farms
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Intellectual Capital
(GRI 417-1, GRI 418-1)
Intellectual Capital
(GRI 417-1, GRI 418-1)
The protection of our intangible assets facilitates the 
improvement of the business and ultimately contributes to 
the bottom line. These assets result in the convergence 
of information and knowledge that tie sustainability and 
intellectual value together, where issues such as cybersecurity, 
data protection and others are brought to light.
Nutrition, Health and Wellness
Nutritionally balanced products help consumers foster a 
healthier lifestyle. As obesity is becoming an increasingly 
prominent issue within Malaysian society, and with consumers 
becoming more conscious of the contents of what they 
consume, we aim to provide nutritious choices and transparent 
information for them to make informed decisions on the 
products they consume. We also acknowledge that some 
products, particularly processed foods and beverages, may 
have a negative impact on consumers’ health and wellness.
The Group is committed to marketing our products responsibly 
by providing accurate and relevant information to customers. We 
strive to provide clear nutritional information to our customers 
by displaying nutrition tables on our product packaging, as well 
as on our website, enabling them to make informed choices. 
We practise responsible marketing and advertising of our 
products by strictly adhering to Food Act Regulations such as 
the Malaysian Food Act 1983 and Malaysian Code of Advertising 
Practice.
To this end, we have developed a Nutrition Policy that addresses 
our commitment to enhance accessibility to nutritious food 
and practise transparency through clear and transparent 
labelling. The policy which will be adhered to by marketing 
communications and implemented in products developed by or 
for our Grains and Agribusiness, Consumer Products and Film 
Exhibition and Distribution segments, has been approved by 
the Board in February 2023 and is available on our website at 
www.ppbgroup.com. 
Grains and Agribusiness & Consumer Products
The flour milling division specialises in consumer-packed flour 
products such as Blue Key self-raising flour, superfine white 
flour, and Cap Sauh flour, which are enriched with vitamins 
and minerals to provide a more nutritious cooking and baking 
experience. We also offer alternative flours for those with 
dietary restrictions or certain allergies, with a range of whole 
wheat flour, atta flour and stabilised wheat germ.
Meanwhile, 
the 
research 
and 
development teams at our bakery and 
food processing divisions continuously 
seek to develop enhanced products. 
At The Italian Baker, our Massimo loaf 
comes in a variety of choices; wheat 
germ, 100% whole wheat, fine wholemeal 
and seeded multigrain with barley, a 
multigrain loaf with a nutritious blend of 
barley, flaxseed, chia seeds, sunflower 
seeds and black sesame that is packed 
with vitamins and minerals. Barley is rich 
in antioxidant tocotrienols which help 
protect from dangerous free radicals, as 
well as cholesterol-busting beta-glucans.
The Consumer Products Distribution division offers a range of 
selections including the V-Soy soy milk products: the original 
option, zero-sugar-added, low sugar option, golden-grain 
option and multigrain option, to provide nutrition and variety to 
our consumer base. 
Film Exhibition and Distribution
An information board with nutritional facts and allergen alerts 
for hot foods prepared by the cinema division is displayed at 
GSC cinema concession counters nationwide. This is to enable 
customers who are health-conscious or have food intolerances 
to make better-informed choices. Pre-packed items, which 
contain nutritional information on their packaging, are not 
included in the list.
Data Protection
Data privacy and protection are fundamental to our efforts to 
digitally transform our services. We value the relationship and 
trust we have with our customers and take our commitment to 
protect their personal data very seriously. The Group strives to 
ensure our cybersecurity measures are dynamic and effective 
in responding to potential risks and threats.
We are compliant with the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 
Group-wide. We implement good cybersecurity practices such 
as cloud migration, Active Directory (“AD”) harmonisation, 
IT service management (“ITSM”), incident management, 
asset management, patch management, and standardisation 
of antivirus solutions and firewalls. Furthermore, we have 
standardised antivirus and firewalls with an advanced threat 
hunting system procedure to help us identify and manage any 
potential breach in the data systems.
Our employees receive training on cybersecurity to reduce 
the risk of inadvertent data breaches or leakages. We provide 
cybersecurity awareness training through an Annual Phishing 
Simulator. Our Film Exhibition and Distribution segment 
maintains an annual cybersecurity assessment and source 
code review through penetration testing on all platforms. 
Data Protection
Cloud Migration
Incident Management
Active Directory (AD) 
Harmonisation
IT Service Management 
(ITSM)
Standardised Sophos Antivirus and Firewall
Asset Management
Patch Management
In FY2022, there were no substantiated complaints concerning 
leaks or breaches of customer privacy or loss of customer data. 
However, there was an incident reported without any loss of 
sensitive corporate data, which was verified by the external 
cybersecurity consultant.

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Conclusion
PPB continues to make our mark in the industry with our contributions to social well-being, environmental health, and a just economy. 
Moving forward, we aspire to strengthen the fundamentals built in the areas of sustainability, people and technology, in order to 
achieve long-term value for all stakeholders.
Flour mills
Johor Bahru Flour Mill Sdn Bhd (Kota Kinabalu)
JBFM KK
FFM Grains & Mills Sdn Bhd (Kuching)
FGM Kuching
FFM Grains & Mills Sdn Bhd (Pasir Gudang)
FGM PG
FFM Berhad (Pulau Indah)
FFM PI
Johor Bahru Flour Mill Sdn Bhd (Prai)
JBFM Prai
Animal feed mills
FFM (Sabah) Sdn Bhd
FFM Sabah
FFM Feedmills (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd
FFM Sarawak
FFM Grains & Mills Sdn Bhd (Pasir Gudang)
FGM PG
FFM Berhad (Pulau Indah)
FFM PI
Johor Bahru Flour Mill Sdn Bhd (Prai)
JBFM Prai
GRI 
Indicator
Content of Disclosure
Page 
Number
General Disclosures
2-1
Organisational details
2
2-2
Entities included in the organisation’s sustainability reporting
2
2-3
Reporting period, frequency and contact point
2
2-4
Restatements of information
2
2-5
External assurance
2
2-6
Activities, value chain and other business relationships
4-7
2-9
Governance structure and composition
18
2-11
Chair of the highest governance body
18
2-14
Role of the highest governance body in sustainability reporting
18
2-22
Statement on sustainable development strategy
11
2-23
Policy commitments
11
2-24
Embedding policy commitments
11
2-27
Compliance with laws and regulations
20
2-29
Approach to stakeholder engagement
22-23
Material Topics
3-1
Process to determine material topics
24
3-2
List of material topics
25
3-3
Management of material topics
Throughout
Economic
201-1
Direct economic value generated and distributed
51
204-1
Proportion of spending on local suppliers
54
205-1
Operations assessed for risks related to corruption
19
205-2
Communication and training about anti-corruption policies and procedures
19
Environment
302-1
Energy consumption within the organisation
30-32
302-3
Energy intensity
33
302-4
Reduction of energy consumption
30-31
303-1
Interactions with water as a shared resource
34-36
303-4
Water discharge
36-37
303-5
Water consumption
35-36
305-1
Direct (Scope 1) GHG emissions
28
305-2
Energy indirect (Scope 2) GHG emissions
29
305-3
Other indirect (Scope 3) GHG emissions
30
305-4
GHG emissions intensity
30
305-5
Reduction of GHG emissions
28
306-1
Waste generation and significant waste-related impacts
33-34
306-2
Management of significant waste related impacts
33-34
306-3
Waste generated
34
Conclusion
Abbreviations
GRI Content Index

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GRI 
Indicator
Content of Disclosure
Page 
Number
Environment (continued)
306-4
Waste diverted from disposal
34
306-5
Waste directed to disposal
34
Social
401-1
New employee hire and employee turnover
48
401-2
Benefits provided to full-time employees that are not provided to temporary or part-time employees
46
401-3
Parental leave
45
403-1
Occupational health and safety management system
39-40
403-2
Hazard identification, risk assessment, and incident investigation
40
403-5
Worker training on occupational health and safety
39
403-7
Prevention and mitigation of occupational health and safety impacts directly linked by business 
relationships
42
403-9
Work-related injuries
42
404-1
Average hours of training per year per employee
46-47
404-2
Programmes for upgrading employee skills and transition assistance programmes
46
404-3
Percentage of employees receiving regular performance and career development reviews
45
405-1
Diversity of governance bodies and employees
47-48
406-1
Incidents of discrimination and corrective actions taken
47
413-1
Operations with local community engagement, impact assessments, and development programmes
54-59
416-2
Incidents of non-compliance concerning the health and safety impact of products and services
49
417-1
Requirements for product and service information and labelling
60
418-1
Substantiated complaints concerning breaches of customer privacy and losses of customer data
61
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