CSR

On 2nd October 2024, Coraza held a blood donation campaign in collaboration with Hospital Seberang Jaya. Under the theme “Your Blood, Their Hope,” the drive saw over 80 employees registering, with around 40 successfully donating blood. The blood donation event is one of Coraza’s annual activities that consistently receives an overwhelming response The setup included six beds at our company’s lobby, ensuring a smooth process for all donors. The event concluded with a token of appreciation presented by our CFO to Dr. Kavitha from Hospital Seberang Jaya, in recognition of the hospital’s support and partnership in making the campaign a success.

On September 28th, 2024, Coraza organized a tree planting event at Taman Negeri Bukit Panchor in collaboration with Jabatan Perhutanan Pulau Pinang. The event was kicked off with a short speech from our CEO, Mr Lim Teik Hoe who expressed the importance of sustainability and community involvement. Following the speech, he planted the first tree, a Merbau, Malaysia’s national tree, symbolizing the start of our efforts to enhance the park. We planted a total of 50 rare trees, which were procured across Malaysia by Jabatan Perhutanan. In addition, we sponsored 5 stone chairs and installed Solar LED lights for 15 of the park’s pondok. We also planted 5 Hibiscus Tiliaceus to beautify the park. To further improve the park’s appearance, we painted the parking curb, restoring its vibrant colours. The event concluded with the presentation of a token of appreciation to Jabatan Perhutanan for their support in making this initiative a success.

On September 16th, 2024, in celebration of Malaysia Day, Coraza organized a friendly bowling tournament under the theme “Pins Fall, Champions Rise.” The event brought together 65 employees at Ole Ole Super Bowl, Mydin Bukit Mertajam. Our Head of Operations, Mr. Jeffrey Kor, kicked off the event with an opening speech. The bowling lanes buzzed with cheers and laughter as colleagues from various departments swapped their work routines for the excitement of the game. The tournament was wrapped up at around 12:30 p.m., marking the end of the games but not the fun. Cash prizes were awarded to top 15 players, with our CEO, Mr Lim Teik Hoe presenting the first prize and Mr. Jeffrey Kor awarding the second. Although only a few walked away with prizes, every participant left the event with smiles, having built closer bonds with their colleagues.

It is the tropical fruit season right now with lots of Durian, Rambutan and Mangosteen! We recently celebrated a sweet event with tropical fruits served to all our employees, supporting our local fruit growers. The aroma of King of Fruits, Durian filled the air, creating an exciting and festive atmosphere. All employees joined together as one, taking a break from work to enjoy the Durian with the Queen of Fruits, Mangosteen, as well as rambutans.

These are moments that everyone will cherish as they enjoyed these fruits during the event. We wish to thank the committee and those who volunteer to skillfully cut open the durian for their dedication in making this event a memorable one.

On June 2nd, 2024, Coraza Futsal Tournament brought together 98 players from 12 men’s teams and 2 women’s teams at the Jessel Ball Pearl City Sports Centre. Our Head of Operation, Mr. Jeffrey Kor kicked off the event with a welcome speech. The futsal court buzzed with cheers, laughter, and friendly competition as colleagues across departments traded workstations for the thrill on the court. The games fostered unity, with players from diverse backgrounds coming together through their shared love for the sport. The final whistle blew at 2 pm, signaling the end of the games but not the fun. Although there were cash prizes for the winners, every participant left the court with a smile on their face having formed closer connections with their colleagues.

On 3rd May 2024, Coraza had a Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration for all the employees. Our Hari Raya celebration in this month of Syawal featured a delectable Jamuan Raya, a traditional feast featuring a spread of authentic Malay delicacies. As they are enjoying their feast, live music filled the atmosphere, creating a truly festive ambiance. Evening highlights included a karaoke session, where colleagues showcased their hidden talents.  Many donned beautiful Hari Raya attire, adding to the festive spirit.  This event fostered cultural understanding and strengthened bonds between colleagues.

On 22^nd April 2024, we welcomed 11 students from the School of Mechanical Engineering at Universiti Sains Malaysia as part of the agenda in their LEAN SIX SIGMA course to study how practical industry applications work. The students underwent a comprehensive factory tour and learned about real-world engineering applications in our production processes. During their visit, the students had the opportunity to interact with our engineers and technicians, gaining insights into the day-to-day challenges and innovations in the field. They observed the implementation of LEAN principles in our operations, witnessing firsthand how these strategies improve efficiency and quality.

Coraza is dedicated to strengthening the talent pipeline in the engineering industry by equipping students with practical skills and knowledge to complement their academic learning. We believe in supporting the development of local engineering talent through initiatives with prestigious institutions. By fostering strong partnerships with universities and offering hands-on experiences, Coraza is committed to nurturing the next generation of engineers who will drive innovation and excellence in the industry.

Coraza organized a two-part series of team-building events themed “Bond to Win.” The first session targeted management and managers, while the second focused on the executive level. The first session took place in December 2023, followed by the second in April 2024.

The activities included a variety of interactive exercises, workshops, and collaborative tasks designed to enhance communication and cooperation within and between teams. These activities helped facilitate connections among team members, fostering lasting bonds and improving teamwork and work practices.

The first day of the events focused on goal-setting sessions and strategic planning exercises. The second day aimed to enhance employee engagement and secure commitments to achieve targets. The activities were designed to clarify roles and responsibilities, helping participants understand their contributions to the overall success of the team. Participants were encouraged to take ownership of their roles and commit to achieving specific targets.

At the end of the events, participants returned with renewed strategies and motivation, aligning their efforts towards shared objectives. This clarity enabled team members to align their efforts more effectively with the company’s goals and objectives. The team-building events not only improved teamwork and collaboration but also provided a platform for personal and professional growth, setting the stage for continued success and progress within Coraza.

On 23 March 2024, Coraza joined millions around the world in observing Earth Hour, the global movement to raise awareness about climate change. From 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM, we turned off all non-essential lighting plant-wide as a symbolic gesture highlighting our commitment to environmental sustainability.

At Coraza, we are proud to go beyond this single hour by actively pursuing initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint on an ongoing basis. We encouraged all employees to participate from home as well by taking simple steps like turning off lights and unplugging unused electronics.

Together, we demonstrated that small, collective actions can make a real difference for our planet. As we continue our sustainability journey, Coraza remains committed to a sustainable future. We look forward to even greater participation in Earth Hour 2025 and initiatives to come.

Coraza, in collaboration with Seberang Jaya Hospital’s Blood Bank Unit, organized an extraordinary blood drive event at the Nibong Tebal plant. The team enthusiastically participated in the drive and made it a great success. This initiative aimed to raise awareness about the critical importance of blood donation and inspire Corazians to champion this life-saving cause. The blood donation event is one of Coraza’s annual activities that consistently receives an overwhelming response. With anticipation of more frequent occurrences in the near future, we look forward to organizing it regularly. In addition to raising awareness about the significance of blood donation, we were able to uphold Coraza’s commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) by giving back to the community.

On August 28, 2023, a dedicated group of 22 individuals from Coraza came together at the Eden Centre with a shared mission of helping to sort recyclables at the Eden Handicap Service Centre Bhd. With guidance from our Environmental Officer and the support of our CSR Chairperson, this initiative embraced the theme, “Coraza: A Hero for a Better World.” The campaign’s impact reached far and wide in Coraza, resulting in the collection of 7 large cages filled with various materials, like plastics, paper, aluminium, and e-waste. 

Our commitment extended beyond sorting recyclables as we also donated Wishlist items such as milk, coffee, biscuits, Milo, and even a water heater. As we reflect on this experience, we’re reminded of the positive changes that could be achieved together. Our journey towards a better world continues, and we eagerly anticipate future opportunities for collective impact.

We recently attended the National Robotics and Innovation Competition (INORO) 2023 at Dewan Kolej Vokasional Kulim. The event, themed “Industrial Revolution 4.0,” was sponsored by Kolej Vokasional Kulim, in collaboration with other vocational colleges and the Vocational Education & Training Division. We gladly contributed RM5,000 to support this competition. Additionally, one of our managers served as a jury member, and our HR Manager received appreciation from the Education Minister. This event further strengthens our collaboration with Kolej Vokasional to develop a skilled workforce and foster talent in Malaysia.

On 5 June 2023, World Environment Day was observed, and Corazian hosted a tree planting event with the theme “The Roots of a Sustainable Future” in partnership with Majlis Bandaraya Seberang Perai (MBSP). We were honoured to have ADUN Jawi, YB H’ng Mooi Lye and the MBSP Landscape Director, En. Shaqhrony bin Mohd Yusoff as our VIP guests. During the event, we planted Caesalpinia Ferrea saplings, symbolizing our commitment to a greener and more sustainable future. This act of tree planting not only contributes to the preservation of the environment but also creates a positive impact on the surrounding community for generations to come. In total, 20 trees were planted at Bukit Panchor park, with the participation of 50 Corazian individuals.

20th May 2023 – It’s was Coraza’s Futsal Day!! Both male and female colleagues gathered together, laced up their sneakers, and prepared to showcase their skills on the futsal court. Laughter and cheering filled the venue as the futsal action unfolded, providing a well-deserved break from the usual work routine.

Coraza recognizes the importance of promoting employment opportunities for local youth and is proud to continue its participation in the career fair organized by Universiti Sains Malaysia. This fair provides an excellent platform for the company to showcase job opportunities and support the development of local talent in the engineering industry, aligning with Coraza’s CSR responsibility towards promoting education and economic growth within the community.

Coraza is dedicated in providing opportunities for undergraduate students to gain valuable industry exposure and experience. The recent visit by the three Universiti Sains Malaysia students as part of their Industrial Experimentation course was welcomed by Coraza, and the company is proud to support the development of future engineers. By collaborating with local higher education institutions, Coraza aims to contribute to the growth of the talent pipeline in the engineering industry and support the development of local talent.

Corazians started the beautiful Sunday morning at Pantai Bersih!! We were excited with our beach clean-up activity with collaboration of Majlis Perbandaran Seberang Prai (MPSP). MBSP sponsored us with cleaning tools and disposed the trash collected after the clean-up activity. After a morning exercise and traditional breakfast, we folded-up our sleeves and grabbed the necessary tools such as gloves and rubbish bags to start our day by clearing the lovely beach from any waste. We were pleased that the public members were also motivated to join us for the cleaning activity. This beach clean-up event brought us closer to the reality of environmental damage. Nevertheless, it was a great way to have fun with colleagues by boosting team spirit and at the same time protecting the planet in maintaining our natural environments.

Coraza successfully conducted a Blood Donation Campaign by collaborating with Hospital Seberang Jaya (Blood Bank Unit). Corazians were encouraged to donate blood and we applaud those who eagerly volunteered to donate theirs. Besides raising awareness on the importance of blood donation, Coraza upheld its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) to give back to the community.

Coraza CSR Committee organized Coraza 9 Sides Soccer Tournament 2022 on 15 May 2022. All of them were excited as it has been some time since they had an outdoor sporting event since the pandemic. The weather was also ideal for the soccer event. By hosting sports event as such, we were able to boost our employee’s retention by building a sense of community and to increase morale among Coraza’s employees. This event that was organised outside the formal construct of the office enabled the employees participating in this event to forge a personal rapport among. The players were speaking comfortably with each other though some of them has barely spoken a word to each other, prior to the event being held. Players were also able to build strong relationships with each other as they learn to work together with their peers to achieve their common goal. On top of it, soccer is an event that teaches to follow commands and take direction. Players are forced to respond intuitively to changes in the game and on the field which helps to foster a high level of trust, respect and understanding. This provides the players with opportunity to demonstrate leadership on top of boosting their self-confidence.

Coraza visited an orphanage home in Bukit Mertajam on 15 April 2022 for Raya festive. We met with the children and interacted with them. All SOP as per MKN and KKM guidelines were always adhered strictly. The children were excited when we visited them as they love socialising with people. Most of the kids here are curious, optimistic and energetic. They were well interactive and welcomed us with open hands. We enjoyed listening to all their stories as well as speaking to them. We did not even notice how fast the time has passed as we were enjoying our time there interacting with them. Since it was during the fasting month, we were not able to dine in with them. As such, we were only able to treat them KFC for them to break their fast for Iftar. At the end of the event, the children were given “Duit Raya” packet.