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Barnama
24-07-2025
- Business
- Barnama
McDonald's Malaysia Marks Eigth Consecutive Win, Double Recognition At Sustainability & CSR Awards
KUALA LUMPUR, July 18 (Bernama) -- McDonald's Malaysia has been honoured with two accolades at the Sustainability and CSR Malaysia Awards 2025, marking the eighth consecutive year as a recipient of the prestigious award. The company took home the Corporate Compassion Excellence Award, and for the second consecutive year, the Long-Standing Excellence Award, further solidifying its position as a leader in community welfare and corporate social responsibility (CSR) in Malaysia. 'Through its long-standing Program Komuniti @ McDonald's, McDonald's Malaysia undertakes more than 10,000 community initiatives annually, reaching Malaysians from all walks of life. 'These efforts span initiatives such as children's welfare, educational support, food aid, festive contributions and programs supporting frontline workers, consistently reflecting the brand's dedication to touching lives and strengthening communities,' McDonald's Malaysia said in a statement today. The 10th edition of the awards was held here yesterday under the theme, 'Beyond Profits, Making Our World a Better Place', aligning with McDonald's Malaysia's longstanding commitment to supporting communities since its establishment in the country over four decades ago. The award ceremony was graced by Deputy Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad. In the statement, McDonald's Malaysia managing director and local operating partner, Datuk Azmir Jaafar, also expressed pride in the company's achievements, noting that these recognitions are a testament to the company's unwavering belief that doing good must always be at the heart of its operations. As a local operation, he said the company's responsibility extends far beyond serving meals – it is about making a genuine difference through consistent, meaningful community engagement. 'This aligns perfectly with this year's theme, 'Beyond Profits, Making Our World a Better Place'.
Barnama
24-07-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Wasco Benefits 12,000 Lives Globally In 2024, Receives CSR Award
KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 (Bernama) -- Wasco Berhad invested nearly RM800,000 in community-focused and environmental initiatives throughout 2024, benefitting approximately 12,000 individuals across its global operations. In recognition of these efforts, Wasco was named Company of the Year (Energy Solutions) for Sustainability Leadership at the Sustainability and CSR Malaysia Awards 2025, held here recently. 'The award highlights the Group's ongoing commitment to long-term community development and environmental stewardship,' said Wasco in a statement today. The award was accepted by Wasco Board Member and Chairman of the Board Sustainability Committee, Lily Rozita Mohamad Khairi, on behalf of the Group. The Group's initiatives, carried out in Malaysia, Tanzania, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Singapore, and Indonesia, were anchored on three focus areas, namely healthcare, humanity, and the environment. In total, Wasco said 55 programmes were implemented, including school infrastructure upgrades, health checks, blood donation and vaccination drives, food distribution, disaster relief, community outreach, and circular economy campaigns. Employee participation was a key driver of impact, with Wasco's workforce contributing more than 11,800 volunteer hours in 2024, demonstrating a strong internal culture of purpose and a commitment to meaningful change. In the same statement, Wasco Chief Strategy Officer Ariesza Noor, said corporate responsibility is embedded in the Group's DNA and part of its promise to deliver meaningful, measurable value for people, planet, and progress. 'This award affirms our belief that sustainability is most powerful when it is people-powered. We will continue to elevate our efforts in line with our broader Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) ambitions,' she said.
