PETALING JAYA: Johor Plantations Group Bhd (JPG) has achieved a 3-star environmental, social and governance (ESG) rating under the FTSE Russell ESG Ratings framework, marking a key milestone in the group’s sustainability journey.
The ESG rating supports JPG’s inclusion in the FTSE4Good Bursa Malaysia Index, following Bursa Malaysia’s announcement on Dec11, with the inclusion taking effect on Dec 22. JPG is also included in the FTSE Bursa Malaysia Shariah Index, reflecting the group’s governance standards and adherence to syariah-compliant operations.
In addition, JPG is represented across several FTSE Bursa Malaysia indices. The group was listed in the FTSE Bursa Malaysia Mid 70 Index following the update on June 23, which consequently led to its inclusion in the FTSE Bursa Malaysia Top 100 Index. JPG is also included in the FTSE Bursa Malaysia Palm Oil Plantation Index and FTSE Bursa Malaysia Emas Shariah Index.
JPG strengthened its global sustainability standing following the announcement of the 2025 SPOTT assessment in November 2025,in which the group ranked sixth, improving from 14th place in 2024, with an overall score of 95.1%. SPOTT assesses 100 palm oil producers, processors and traders globally based on their public disclosure of organisation, policies and practices related to ESG issues.
Meanwhile, the development of JPG’s flagship Integrated Sustainable Palm Oil Complex (iSPOC) in Sedili continues to progress steadily. The project is more than 60% complete and remains on track for completion in the first half of 2026.
Upon completion, iSPOC is expected to support the group’s downstream integration strategy and strengthen its long-term operational resilience.
JPG said these ESG recognitions, index inclusions and strategic developments underscore its continued focus on responsible growth and long-term value creation as it strengthens its position as an integrated agribusiness group.
