Sapura Resources Berhad
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2020-02 to 2021-01, 2023, 2024)
Reporting Period: 2020-02 to 2021-01
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Business Development & Strategic Partnerships/Collaborations
- Quality Management
- Customer Satisfaction
- Corporate Governance, Ethics and Integrity
- Occupational Health & Safety
- Development of Human Capital
- Supply Chain Management
- Community Development
- Waste Management
- Energy Management
- Water Management
- Fair and Inclusive Workplace
Environmental Achievements
- 29% reduction in electricity consumption in the Property Segment compared to the previous year
- 10% reduction in electricity consumption in the Aviation Segment
Social Achievements
- Reduced employee attrition rate from 26% in FY2020 to 13.6% in FY2021
- Provided 53 internship positions, with 3 interns absorbed into the workforce
Governance Achievements
- Introduced two new policies: Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Policy and Guidelines on Entertainment and Gift Expenses
- Established a Subsidiaries Governance Framework (SGF)
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted business operations, particularly in the aviation and MRO segments
- Supply chain disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic
- Increased vacancy rates in the property market
- Decreased aircraft movement affecting aviation and MRO revenue
- Cash flow pressure and weak macroeconomic environment
Mitigation Strategies
- Implemented cost optimization measures and scaled down operations in less profitable segments
- Developed new strategies for hangarage, ground handling, and ancillaries
- Re-engaged a former client and collaborated with firms with extensive international networks
- Initiated an invitation to a major ground support equipment (GSE) supplier to set up a base at SZB
- Introduced sanitisation services, thermal scanner systems, and online document systems in the property segment
- Introduced disinfectant services and provided full PPE to employees in the aviation segment
- Negotiated with joint venture partner and financial institutions for more favorable terms on Master Lease Agreement (MLA) and borrowings
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 44 suppliers evaluated in Aviation Segment, 25 in MRO Segment (FY2021)
Responsible Procurement
- Procurement Policies and Procedures
- Supplementary SOPs for Aviation
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Bursa Malaysia’s Sustainability Reporting Guide (2nd Edition), UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Certifications: IS-BAH Stage 2 accreditation
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 2
- SDG 3
- SDG 4
- SDG 8
- SDG 9
- SDG 10
- SDG 12
- SDG 13
- SDG 17
The report maps sustainability initiatives to these SDGs.
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Economic Performance
- Community
- Anti-Corruption and Governance
- Supply Chain Management
- Health and Safety
- Diversity
- Human Capital Development
- Data Privacy
- Energy Management
- Emission Management
- Water Management
- Waste Management
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced water consumption (increase attributed to lifting of Movement Control Order)
- Diverted 3.4 tonnes of waste from disposal
Social Achievements
- No work-related fatalities
- LTIR of 0.6
- 3287 total training hours (increase from previous years)
- No substantiated complaints concerning human rights violations or breaches of customer privacy
Governance Achievements
- Established a formal Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy
- Enhanced the position and independence of the Integrity and Governance Unit
- Established Guidelines on Corporate Social Responsibilities, Donations and Sponsorship
- Established a Register of Gifts, Hospitality and Entertainment
- Adopted a Whistleblowing Policy
- Adopted a Workplace Sexual Harassment Policy
- Established a Directors’ Fit and Proper Policy
- Appointed Dr. Yap Lang Ling as a female board member
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Challenging economic environment impacting economic performance
- Overall rental revenue declined due to reduction of space rented by an anchor tenant
- Highly competitive private aviation market
- Surging fuel prices impacting private aviation demand
- Behavioral shift towards teleconferencing reducing demand for private aviation
- Growing environmental concerns of private jet flights
- Property supply glut risk exacerbated by preference for green buildings
- Group’s financial and legal exposure to obligations arising from Permata Sapura’s MLA
Mitigation Strategies
- Pivot in tapping the SME market through innovative product offerings
- Continued engagement with joint venture partner for Permata Sapura
- Enhanced marketing efforts in attracting tenants to Permata Sapura
- Continuous review of investment portfolio to ensure long-term viability
- Improving financial position and performance
- Implementing various strategies to uphold effective risk management
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Prioritising local suppliers (67% of supplies sourced locally)
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Bursa Malaysia Sustainability Reporting Guide
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2024
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Economic Performance
- Anti-Corruption
- Health, Safety and Security
- Supply Chain Management
- Data Privacy
- Waste Management
- Energy Management
- Emission Management
- Water Management
- Diversity
- Community/Society
- Human Capital Development
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced waste directed to disposal by 0.2 tonnes through recycling initiatives.
Social Achievements
- Provided 26 internship positions.
- Conducted 2,954 training hours for employees.
Governance Achievements
- Established a Conflict of Interest Policy and Procedures.
- Revised and updated the Board Charter.
- Amended and updated the Code of Conduct and Ethics for Directors.
- Implemented a Whistleblowing Policy.
- Adopted a Workplace Sexual Harassment Policy.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Challenging financial position due to losses and high debt levels.
- Soft Klang Valley office market with oversupply and competition.
- Cautious market sentiments and downward pressure on demand for office spaces.
- Highly competitive private aviation market with aggressive expansion and competitive pricing.
- Risk of non-renewal of agreements by existing customers in private aviation.
- Increase in energy costs and tenant demand for energy efficiency and redundancy features.
Mitigation Strategies
- Increased sub-tenancy rate at Permata Sapura to approximately 91%.
- Issued a letter of offer to a related party for potential vacancy at Permata Sapura.
- Continuous review of business practices and investments.
- Improved engagement with business partners and stakeholders.
- Continuous review of position as a private aviation service provider.
- Active engagement with joint venture partner on MPS’s business plans.
- Increased marketing activity and engagement with prospective tenants.
- Proposed fundraising of RM33.5 million through renounceable rights issue.
- Proposed settlement of debt via issuance of RCSLS to JSB.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Prioritising local suppliers meeting price, quality, performance, and ethical standards.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Water disruption due to climate change-induced events.
Transition Risks
- Increased energy costs and tenant demand for energy efficiency.
Opportunities
- Increased appeal of green buildings and properties near MRT/LRT corridors.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad Main Market Listing Requirements, Sustainability Reporting Guide 3rd Edition
Certifications: GreenRE (Gold) for Permata Sapura
Third-party Assurance: No assurance
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- GreenRE (Gold) Certification for Permata Sapura