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The Star
15-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
Coffee chain partners with NGO to reforest Kinabatangan
Zus Coffee and Ape Malaysia teams at Kampung Sukau, Kinabatangan, marking the beginning of their collaboration. A LOCAL coffee chain began its reforestation journey with planting 500 native trees in Kampung Sukau, Kinabatangan, Sabah. The initiative by Zus Coffee marked a milestone in its larger pledge to plant 5,000 trees in partnership with Animal Projects and Environmental Education (Ape Malaysia). It is aimed at preserving the natural environment and nurturing a healthier ecosystem for future generations. The trees were grown from seed and the saplings supplied by the skilled hands of Kampung Sukau villagers. Their deep knowledge of plant life not only ensured the saplings' quality but also strengthened the community's role in the restoration process. These saplings were then nurtured in Ape Malaysia's nursery – home to 22 native species – before being carefully prepared for field planting. Each tree represents more than carbon absorption – it symbolises hope, healing, and the power of collective action. The first 500 were planted on-site by Ape Malaysia's and Zus' teams. The 'Kopi to Kinabatangan Canopy' initiative aims to not only restore lost forest corridors but also protect vital biodiversity, empower rural communities and reimagine how brands can contribute meaningfully to real-world climate solutions. The brand said the restoration effort would not have been possible without the support of over 341,000 Zus Coffee app users who backed the pledge. With the collective effort, an area that was once a logging site devoid of natural tree cover is now showing signs of recovery. Orang utan nests and elephant feeding activity have already been spotted in the vicinity – a promising sign that life is returning. 'Sustainability isn't just a buzzword for us, it's a responsibility. 'We know we can't solve the climate crisis alone, but we believe every step counts,' said Zus Coffee chief operating officer Venon Tian. 'This reforestation effort is our way of showing that doing good for the planet can be deeply rooted in who we are as a brand.' Ape Malaysia project manager Mark Louis Benedict said, 'This reforestation site is an important wildlife habitat area. 'The trees we've planted today will support food chains, restore these once degraded habitats, and gradually rebuild a thriving ecosystem. 'The early signs are very encouraging.'
Tatler Asia
23-06-2025
- Business
- Tatler Asia
The Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow 2025 in numbers: a tech-driven generation shaping Asia's future
Who are the Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow? 34 The average age of this year's honourees. 65% vs 33% vs 2% The percentage of male, female, non-binary and other honourees on the 2025 list. 143 143 of this year's honourees, or 71 per cent, are owners of their companies. 33 The number of honourees in Technology, our biggest category this year. 159 million The total social following of these young leaders. $3 billion The total amount of disclosed funding in USD that the honourees' companies have attracted since their founding. 95% The most common goal of this year's honourees is to expand their networks through the Gen.T community. 50% Science & Technology is the top cause supported by this year's honourees, with 50 per cent of them voting so. Read more: Meet the Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow who have become today's Asia's Most Influential honourees Above Venon Tian leads Zus Coffee with a vision of making speciality coffee affordable for everyone using a tech-driven approach to keep prices down (Photo: Fady Younis) Above Constant travel expenses drove Caecilia Chu to set up YouTrip, a fintech startup dedicated to simplifying overseas spending for travellers (Photo: Affa Chan) How do we select the Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow? 18 The key criterion for selecting a Gen.T Leader of Tomorrow is their achievement in the last 18 months. 7 The number of months taken to put together this year's list. 840 The total number of nominations we received for this year's list. 39 The size of the Tribe, a panel of industry heavyweights who helped nominate and vet candidates. The Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow 2025 will be unveiled on July 4 at 10am GMT+8. While you wait, discover last year's honourees. NOW READ Johnathan Hanh Nguyen: a destiny that could not be refused 'Green handshakes' for sustainable growth Namia River Retreat Founder: 'Honouring Vietnamese traditions is at the core of identity'
Daily Express
21-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
ZUS, Ape to plant 5,000 trees
Published on: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 Published on: Wed, May 21, 2025 Text Size: ZUS Coffee and Ape teams at Kg Sukau, marking the beginning of their collaboration. Kuala Lumpur: ZUS Coffee has launched a major reforestation initiative in Sabah's Kinabatangan region by planting 500 native trees in Kampung Sukau, as part of its larger pledge to plant 5,000 trees in collaboration with conservation organisation Animal Projects & Environmental Education (APE Malaysia). The initiative, titled 'Kopi to Kinabatangan Canopy,' marks a significant step in the homegrown coffee chain's commitment to environmental sustainability and community empowerment. The project aims to restore degraded forest corridors, support local biodiversity, and strengthen rural involvement in environmental conservation. ZUS Coffee Chief Operating Officer Venon Tian said the reforestation effort reflects the brand's wider responsibility to the environment. 'Sustainability isn't just a buzzword for us; it's a responsibility. We know we can't solve the climate crisis alone, but we believe every step counts. This reforestation effort is our way of showing that doing good for the planet can be deeply rooted in who we are as a brand,' he said. The saplings comprising 22 native tree species which were cultivated from seeds and young plants by the residents of Kg Sukau, whose traditional knowledge played a vital role in the preparation and quality of the trees. Advertisement APE Malaysia's nursery provided a nurturing environment for the saplings before they were transferred to the planting site. APE Malaysia Project Manager Mark Louis Benedict said the planting site was once a degraded logging area. However, it is now showing signs of ecological recovery. 'This reforestation site is an important wildlife habitat area. The trees we've planted today will support food chains, restore these once degraded habitats and gradually rebuild a thriving ecosystem. The early signs are very encouraging,' he said. Wildlife activity including orangutan nests and signs of elephant feeding has already been recorded near the site. This offers hope that the area is on the path to regeneration. The project has received overwhelming support from the ZUS community, with over 341,000 app users backing the pledge to support reforestation efforts. ZUS expressed its gratitude to APE Malaysia, the Kg Sukau villagers and all volunteers and users involved, stating that the initiative is a meaningful step in healing the environment and protecting biodiversity for future generations. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Borneo Post
20-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Partnership to reforest Kinabatangan with 5,000 native trees
ZUS hopes to help preserve the natural environment and nurture a healthier ecosystem for future generations through the tree planting project in Kinabatangan. KOTA KINABALU (May 20): ZUS Coffee has officially kicked off its reforestation journey with the planting of the first 500 native trees in Kampung Sukau, Kinabatangan — a milestone in its larger pledge to plant 5,000 trees in partnership with Animal Projects & Environmental Education (APE Malaysia). More than just a corporate initiative, this is ZUS Coffee's commitment to environmental stewardship. It reflects ZUS' belief that creating a better tomorrow starts with the choices we make today. Through this project, ZUS hopes to help preserve the natural environment and nurture a healthier ecosystem for future generations. Rooted in collaboration, the trees were grown from seeds and young saplings supplied by the skilled hands of villagers from Kg Sukau. Their deep knowledge of local plant life not only ensured the saplings' quality but also strengthened the community's role in the restoration process. These saplings were then nurtured in APE Malaysia's nursery — home to 22 native species — before being carefully prepared for field planting. Each tree represents more than carbon absorption; it symbolises hope, healing, and the power of collective action. The first 500 were planted on-site by APE Malaysia's field team, and the ZUS team — hands in soil, hearts aligned with purpose. As a proudly homegrown Malaysian brand, ZUS has always believed that the brand's growth should go hand in hand with giving back to the land that shaped us. The 'Kopi to Kinabatangan Canopy' initiative aims to not only restore lost forest corridors but also protect vital biodiversity, empower rural communities, and reimagine how brands can contribute meaningfully to real-world climate solutions. This restoration would not have been possible without the incredible support of over 341,000 ZUS Coffee App users who backed the pledge. Thanks to the collective spirit, an area that was once a logging site void of natural tree cover is now showing signs of recovery. Orangutan nests and elephant feeding activity have already been spotted in the vicinity — a promising sign that life is returning. 'Sustainability isn't just a buzzword for us — it's a responsibility. We know we can't solve the climate crisis alone, but we believe every step counts. This reforestation effort is our way of showing that doing good for the planet can be deeply rooted in who we are as a brand,' said Venon Tian, Chief Operating Officer of ZUS Coffee. Mark Louis Benedict, Project Manager at APE Malaysia, shared, 'This reforestation site is an important wildlife habitat area. The trees we've planted today will support food chains, restore these once degraded habitats, and gradually rebuild a thriving ecosystem. The early signs are very encouraging.' ZUS extends sincere thanks to APE Malaysia for their expertise and vision, to the Kg Sukau community for their invaluable support, and to every volunteer and ZUS user who turned intention into impact. This project is a small but meaningful step in restoring what has been lost — and in safeguarding what matters for the generations to come.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
ZUS Coffee to open 200 stores across Southeast Asia
Malaysian coffee chain ZUS Coffee plans to open nearly 200 new stores across Southeast Asia in 2025, as reported by Bloomberg. ZUS became Malaysia's largest coffee chain within five years of its launch in November 2019. Chief operating officer Venon Tian states that the brand will launch 80 new outlets in the Philippines and six new locations in Singapore, along with its inaugural stores in Thailand and Indonesia in 2025. ZUS has taken the place of Starbucks as Malaysia's largest coffee chain, with 743 stores compared to Starbucks' 320. ZUS currently operates around 120 stores in the Philippines, supported by an investment from Filipino billionaire Frank Lao, and four in Singapore. The brand also has a presence in Brunei, operating under a franchise model. In September 2024, ZUS Coffee raised RM250m ($57.5m), which facilitated its expansion into Singapore and Brunei. Tian attributes ZUS Coffee's success to its market-specific offerings, such as palm sugar-flavoured drinks in Malaysia and purple yam-flavoured coffee in the Philippines. He added that 'Covid accelerated our business model,' noting how the pandemic boosted a technology-focused approach. With approximately 70% of sales conducted online through deliveries and pickups, ZUS Coffee's strategy, along with the cost-effective construction of its physical stores, allows it to offer coffee at prices 20% cheaper than competitors. Tian added: 'You've got the convenience store, which sells your coffee at five ringgit and below. Then you have premium mass coffee selling at 11 ringgit and above. 'So ZUS positioned itself between that price point. It's about how we make quality coffee accessible to most people.' "ZUS Coffee to open 200 stores across Southeast Asia" was originally created and published by Verdict Food Service, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
