UK Stakeholders Group Embracing the MSPO 2.0 Certification Scheme
With a focus on addressing challenges in the palm oil industry, the webinar underscored UK stakeholders' growing interest in MSPO, recognising its pivotal role in global supply chains.
In a recent webinar held on 30 January 2024, organised by the Malaysia Palm Oil Council (MPOC), the British High Commission and the UK Government's International Forests Unit came together to discuss the important role of the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) certification scheme in meeting UK and global sustainability requirements. The panel of speakers included David Wallace, Deputy British High Commissioner in Malaysia, and Belvinder Sron, CEO of the MPOC, among others. The webinar, attended by industry experts and UK business stakeholders, shed light on the way forward for sustainable palm oil production and consumption.
Gaining Insight into the Importance of MSPO
The webinar featured a detailed discussion on traceability and market access in the palm oil industry, with speakers exploring the challenges of traceability, emphasising the importance of transparency in supply chains and the need for pragmatic solutions to share information in a workable format.
The webinar highlighted the increasing interest of UK stakeholders in sustainable Malaysian palm oil, acknowledging its crucial role in global supply chains. Since 85% of 2022 palm oil imports in the UK are certified as RSPO-segregated, the focus is on addressing remaining challenges, particularly in traceability and assurance for derived products and by-products such as palm kernel expellers and palm-based oleochemicals. MSPO has emerged as a promising solution in bridging these gaps, providing a comprehensive framework for certified Malaysian sustainable palm oil production.
Shaping a Sustainable Future
The webinar highlighted the increasing interest of UK stakeholders in sustainable Malaysian palm oil, acknowledging its crucial role in global supply chains. Since 85% of 2022 palm oil imports in the UK are certified as RSPO-segregated, the focus is on addressing remaining challenges, particularly in traceability and assurance for derived products and by-products such as palm kernel expellers and palm-based oleochemicals. MSPO has emerged as a promising solution in bridging these gaps, providing a comprehensive framework for certified Malaysian sustainable palm oil production.
Moving Forward with MSPO
The webinar catalysed ongoing dialogue and cooperation between UK business stakeholders and the Malaysian palm oil industry. With MSPO at the forefront, there is immense potential to strengthen partnerships further, enhance sustainability practices, and create a more resilient and equitable Malaysian palm oil sector.
For more information on MSPO and its role in sustainable Malaysian palm oil production, visit the MPOC website and explore the available resources.
