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The Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) is excited to once again host the International Palm Oil Congress and Exhibition (PIPOC 2019), which will take place in Kuala Lumpur from 19 – 21 November 2019, featuring the theme ‘Balancing Sustainability Pillars’.
In line with the theme, the biennial event is set to revolve around the vital aspects of sustainable production of palm oil, i.e. Planet, People, and Profit, with a focus on the latest research and sustainable practices in the global oil palm industry.
YAB Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, the Right Honourable Prime Minister of Malaysia, will be officiating the opening as well as presenting his keynote address. “The ever popular PIPOC is set once more to be an informative, thought provoking, and inspiring palm oil event,” said Dr. Ahmad Parveez Ghulam Kadir, the Director-General of MPOB.
“As the world’s largest palm oil congregation, PIPOC provides a platform for interaction and in-depth deliberation on various facets of the industry, from the latest policy developments to the challenges and the way forward.
“Participants are able to gain valuable opportunities to learn from experts, share their knowledge and experiences, expand their network and explore further advancements in the industry,” he added.
In addition to featuring five concurrent conferences, PIPOC 2019 will encompass an exciting line-up of activities, including technical tours and a golf tournament as well as a trade exhibition with over 400 booths displaying new industry advances, current technologies, equipment, and products.
To find out more about PIPOC 2019, please visit www.pipoc.mpob.gov.my. You may also contact Rusnani Abd Majid at T:+603-8769 4567/E: rusnani@mpob.gov.my or Nurul Aishah Musa at T: +603-8769 4568/E: nurul.aishah.musa@mpob.gov.my
About MPOB
The Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) is the premier Government agency entrusted to serve the country’s palm oil industry. Its main role is to promote and develop National objectives, policies and priorities for the well-being of the Malaysian palm oil industry. As the custodian of one of the country’s main strategic growth sectors, MPOB emphasises world-class research, development and services throughout the entire palm oil value-chain to maximise synergies between economic development and environmental concerns.
About PIPOC
The Palm Oil International Congress and Exhibition (PIPOC) is a biennial event organised by the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB). This grand event has five concurrent conferences to examine and discuss the many facets of the palm oil industry. PIPOC provides a platform for participants to interact and share information in all areas pertaining to the palm oil industry, and showcases the latest advances in the industry. PIPOC is the largest palm oil congress and exhibition attracting over 7,000 participants including visitors and more than 400 exhibition booths.