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Ten years of safeguarding forests and empowering villages to prevent and combat forest fires. Riau Andalan Pulp and Paper (RAPP), a part of APRIL Group, held a Coordination Meeting with 52 Forest Protection Rangers across five districts, conducting trainings on fire monitoring and suppression skills, community agricultural self-sufficiency, and developing a mindset of forest and land protection in their villages. “I joined the Forest Protection Ranger Programme because my child was affected by Acute Respiratory Infection caused by forest and land fires,” shared Ihsan Kusnaidi, a Ranger from Langgam Village, Pelalawan. “That’s what moves me to be part of the ranger team.” The ranger team is a symbol of the positive synergy shared between the company and the community in the shared goal of maintaining forest sustainability. Up to 2024, RAPP has partnered with 42 villages in Riau Province, covering over 902,870 hectares of ground. Along the way, the programme has developed from a fire prevention team to a conservation programme that monitors logging, poaching, air quality, and holds conversations with the community on the dangers of land burning. After participating in the Coordination Meeting, the Rangers will be relaying the new information and techniques to their respective villages and communities, bringing full circle the goal of realising zero fires, not just for today, but for future years to come.
An integral part of Indonesia’s cultural heritage, batik not only plays a part in traditional rituals, but also holds a significant presence in the world of global fashion. To support the preservation of this timeless art while empowering the women of Pangkalan Kerinci, APRIL and Asia Pacific Rayon (APR) have teamed up to hold a joint batik training session this year. Themed “Batik Pattern Design and Colour Composition Training,” this year’s training was conducted by academics and fashionistas from the Maranatha Christian University. “It is necessary to increase design creativity to prevent batik patterns from becoming monotonous,” shares participant Ayu Ningsih of Rumah Batik Andalan Pelalawan. “We choose colour compositions and place motifs so that Riau batiks can have their own characteristics.” “We have been encouraging the growth of Batik in Riau since 2013,” says Sundari Berlian, Operational Manager of RAPP. “We need to continue to adapt to market trends to survive at the national and international levels.” Batik training such as these is a proponent in economic progress, as well as a symbol of how corporations and communities can collaborate in preserving the traditions of a land. It also drives the APRIL2030 and APR2030 initiatives in supporting gender equality and inclusive growth through empowering the women of the company and the community.
Bracell, a member of RGE’s group of companies, has opened doors to a new landmark in the city of Lençóis Paulista —the Casa Bracell Social. This space will serve as a hub for Bracell Social, a private social investment programme working towards improving public education, championing female empowerment, and supporting productive entrepreneurship. In addition to these initiatives, the space is designed to be a meeting point, offering workshops, training sessions, and curated activities. “Our intention is for Casa Bracell Social to inspire every visitor and participant to envision new possibilities, contributing to the construction of a more promising future,” says Mouana Sioufi, Manager of Institutional Relations and Social Responsibility at Bracell.
Ensuring indigenous inclusion within power engineering, Woodfibre LNG’s Operator Training Programme combines technical expertise with training for indigenous students of Squamish Nation. Participants are provided with technical knowledge and practical skills alongside cultural experiences, and armed with the confidence and expertise to embark on careers as fully-trained Process Operators at Woodfibre LNG. Learn more about programme here: https://ow.ly/XUY950UckSR
Opportunities. Equality. Empowerment. From training young women in traditionally male-dominant fields of heavy machinery at PT RAPP, to building a team of female statisticians at Sateri, we are empowering women to take control of their own narratives in their chosen professional spheres. From working to increase women leaders to 20% as part of APRIL’s 2030 goals, to the launch of the Gender Safety Advisory Committee at Woodfibre LNG, we are creating environments where women can flourish and thrive in their careers, making sure no one is left behind. This is not a single chapter, but a continuous goal that we at RGE commit to upholding, an everyday celebration of equal opportunities and recognised achievements. Here’s to the women of RGE. Empowerment starts here. hashtag#InternationalWomensDay hashtag#EmpowermentStartsHere hashtag#AccelerateAction hashtag#GenderEquality
The first seven women have graduated from RAPP's Female Excavator Operator Trainee programme, breaking gender barriers in the heavy equipment sector. The graduates, who will begin their careers as excavator operators at Estate Teso, Nagodang, and Logas, completed intensive training at the APRIL Learning Institute in Riau. Adinda Wulandari, one of the graduates, expressed her pride: “I am very grateful for this opportunity. Having knowledge of operating heavy equipment like excavators is a big step toward success,” she said, thanking the trainers who not only taught technical skills but also helped build the confidence of their students. At the graduation speech, Strategic Planning Manager Amal Fatullah Randy highlighted the programme as an investment in the future. "We want to ensure equal access and opportunities in the workforce, including in fields traditionally considered masculine," he said. “Hopefully this can be tangible proof and inspiration that gender equality can be achieved.” By providing women with equal access to career opportunities, RAPP and APRIL Group, part of the RGE family, are not only supporting gender equality but also empowering the local community. With the successful graduation of these seven exemplary students, we are proud to have made a step toward expanding opportunities for women, with the hope of inspiring future generations. #GenderEquality #FemaleEmpowerment #APRIL2030
RGE held its 2025 Townhall at Kerinci, Riau, where key leaders discussed the promising future of the business as it diversifies downstream, and invests further into the cleaner energy sector. Celebrations were followed by a Lo Hei luncheon at RGE headquarters in Singapore, bringing together colleagues from different offices and business groups to usher in a prosperous Year of the Snake.
Throwback to Jakarta Fashion Week! In partnership with four local labels, under the 'Revival of Simplicity' theme, Asia Pacific Rayon (APR) showcased the versatility of viscose, emphasising comfort, effortlessness, and ready-to-wear sustainable fashion. From modern to stylish everyday wear, the collection of 48 looks epitomises simplicity with a contemporary twist. Watch the video highlights to relive the event. #JakartaFashionWeek #APR #FashionShowcase #sustainablefashion #textile #sustainability #sustainablebusiness
RGE staff in Singapore celebrated RGE Founder’s Day through a partnership with Heartware Network to bring together nearly 500 beneficiaries, caregivers and volunteers for the ‘Tranquil Journey at the Gardens’ at Singapore’s famed Gardens by the Bay. The gathering brought together a range of Singapore’s social service organisations including Stroke Support Station, St. Andrew’s Mission Hospital (SAMH), Movement for the Intellectually Disabled of Singapore (MINDSG Ltd), Cerebral Palsy Alliance Singapore (CPAS), and Down Syndrome Association (Singapore). Mr Heng Swee Keat, Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and Coordinating Minister for Economic Policies, served as guest of honour to help announce RGE’s ‘Golden Hearts’ volunteer programme, which will provide RGE staff in Singapore the opportunity to volunteer their time to improving the lives of seniors, special needs individuals, vulnerable children, and other marginalised groups throughout the year in Singapore. #lifeatrge #goodforcommunity #HeartwareSG #rgefoundersday #rgefoundersday2023
In our journey towards a greener and more equitable world, RGE and Asia Pacific Rayon (APR) are proud to contribute to fashion sustainability through our recent collaboration with Indonesian fashion label K.A.L.A Studio. APR’s biodegradable viscose rayon provided the canvas for K.A.L.A. to create its Philo Garden collection, showcasing the use of textiles made in Indonesia. Our viscose represents our commitment to a more sustainable future for the fashion industry. Made from renewable, plantation-grown wood pulp, we believe our product is the ideal fabric option for fashion designs that not only are capable of being made into stunning apparel but preserve the environment at the same time. Together, RGE and APR are redefining fashion's future, making it more sustainable, traceable, and inclusive. We are excited about the change we are bringing to the fashion industry and can't wait to see our viscose adorning the collections of sustainable fashion brands worldwide! Join us as we continue to weave sustainability into the fashion industry!
