Overview

The speaker will present how Sustainability Management Systems (SMS) can transform palm oil production by driving cost efficiency, optimizing resource use, and fostering a sustainability culture. This session explores why SMS offers a more robust solution than traditional 3P-based standards, ensuring long-term, sustainable practices in plantations and mills.

Speaker

Amargit Singh, Managing Director, Biz Excellence Systems Sdn Bhd

Amargit Singh is an experienced managing consultant with a strong background in sustainability, ESG, and environmental management. He has over 30 years of experience providing consultancy and training services in sustainability for various industries, including plantations, mills, refineries, and biodiesel plants. His expertise extends to implementing sustainability frameworks based on ISCC, MSPO, RSPO, and ISO 14064 for GHG inventories, helping companies align with international sustainability standards while optimizing resource efficiency and reducing environmental impact.

Amargit holds an MBA from Cranfield School of Management and an M.Sc. in Engineering Business Management from the University of Warwick. He has played a key role in conducting audits, risk assessments, and sustainability training programs. He has also provided advisory services to organizations in the palm oil sector, guiding them through the complexities of sustainability certification and compliance with global standards. His work emphasizes creating robust sustainability systems that ensure long-term environmental stewardship and operational excellence.

The material presented has not been peer-reviewed. Any opinions are the presenter’s own and do not necessarily represent those of IChemE or the Palm Oil Processing Special Interest Group. The information is given in good faith but without any liability on the part of IChemE.