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Denis Asia Pacific Pte Ltd (DAP), part of the Denis Group established in 1892, is a leading player in the food and beverage industry. Based in Singapore, the company manages renowned brands such as Ayam Brand, Alce Nero, duChef, Guinea’s Food, MyKenzen, Noblekitchen, and Richman.
As a member of the U.N. Global Compact Network Singapore since 2016, DAP has integrated sustainability into its core business values, aligning with the UNGC’s ten principles under the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework. The company’s ESG Committee, led by the Chairman, two CEOs, and senior management, oversees sustainability strategies, policies, and progress.
Green Infrastructure for a Sustainable Future
DAP is committed to achieving Green Mark certification for all its buildings and facilities by 2030. The Singapore office was the first to receive the BCA Green Mark, followed by the Malaysian facility. This certification, which follows globally recognized environmental design and performance standards, promotes reduced energy, water, and material usage while enhancing indoor environmental quality. Additionally, DAP’s factories and logistics centers in Malaysia are certified under ISO 14001, a key standard within the EU’s Eco-Management and Audit Scheme.
To further minimize its environmental impact, the company annually assesses its manufacturing operations through an Environmental Management System. In 2018, DAP launched a Solar Project at its main industrial and logistics site in Taiping, Malaysia, installing 4,065 solar panels. This initiative supplies approximately 25% of the site’s electricity, cutting carbon emissions by 1,300 tCO₂e annually—equivalent to 10% of the company’s total reduction target. With continued efforts, DAP aims to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 15%.
Ethical Sourcing and Sustainable Practices
DAP prioritizes responsible sourcing, particularly in its use of palm oil and tuna. The company enforces strict food safety measures, ensuring its products contain sustainable, BPA-free can linings and only mercury- and radioactivity-free tuna sourced from the Pacific. As a founding member of the East Asia Alliance for Sustainable Palm Oil (SASPO), DAP adheres to a “responsible use” policy, incorporating only certified sustainable palm oil or alternative vegetable oils. Currently, 99.5% of the company’s palm oil ingredients and products are sustainably certified, with a goal of reaching 100% certification.
To further its environmental impact, DAP has reduced its packaging materials by 19%, substituting them with recycled packaging cartons. For three consecutive years, the company has decreased packaging usage while increasing production, demonstrating its commitment to efficiency and waste reduction. Across its facilities, DAP also implements waste segregation, allowing 86% of its waste to be repurposed, reinforcing its mission to promote a circular economy.
By embedding sustainability into its operations, Denis Asia Pacific Pte Ltd continues to prove that responsible business practices not only benefit the planet but also drive long-term profitability and brand value.
