Sarawak Oil Palms hosts CTRE programme to boost palm oil awareness among tourist guides

Participants and SOP staff gather for a group photo after a guided tour during the CTRE programme.MIRI (April 26): Sarawak Oil Palms Berhad (SOP) recently hosted the Malaysian Palm Oil Certificate of Tourism-related Education (CTRE) programme, aimed at enhancing awareness of Malaysia’s palm oil industry among licenced tourist guides.Held in collaboration with the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC), the programme took place at SOP’s premises in Miri and welcomed over 40 tourist guides from across the region.

The delegation was led by MPOC’s Assistant General Manager of Sustainability, Promotions & Communications, Razita Abdul Razak.SOP’s Head of Sustainability, Galau Melayong, welcomed the visitor and delivered a briefing focused on the Group’s responsible practices and strong commitment to sustainability.Participants were given an introduction to various aspects of the palm oil industry, including an overview of the Malaysian sector, the health and nutritional benefits of palm oil, and in-depth discussions on sustainability efforts.



Galau also addressed common misconceptions about the industry, equipping tourist guides with accurate, balanced information to share with both local and international visitors.“This initiative by MPOC is crucial in bridging the gap between the palm oil industry and the public. By empowering tourist guides with accurate knowledge, we are enabling them to become ambassadors of truth and sustainability in their interactions with visitors,” he said.

A key highlight of the briefing was the presentation of MPOC’s educational module, developed to support the tourism industry in effectively communicating topics such as environmental impact, industry standards, and the role of palm oil in daily life.The visit concluded with a guided tour of SOP’s operations, offering participants first-hand insights into plantation management, led by the estate management team.The post Sarawak Oil Palms hosts CTRE programme to boost palm oil awareness among tourist guides appeared first on Borneo Post Online.

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