30th March 2026
ISF Champions a New Milestone with Launch of EcoGen Building and Second Cogeneration Plant in Port Klang Factory
The landmark unveiling ceremony was led by Mr. Toshio Fujimori, Chief Executive Officer of ISF (Third from right). He was accompanied by several management representatives, including Mr. Takashi Ishigami, Director/Executive Advisor (third from left), Mr. Takashi Iijima, Chief Technology Officer (second from left), Ms Khoo Yoke Lian, Chief Marketing Officer (second from right), Mr. Lew Hoe Shyang, Senior General Manager of Manufacturing (First from left), and Mr. Chong Lai Thiam, General Manager of Manufacturing (First from right).
30 March, 2026 – ISF today officially launched its EcoGen Building and a new Cogeneration Plant at its Port Klang factory, marking a transformative milestone in the company’s commitment to sustainability and its carbon-neutral goal.
The launching ceremony, held in the new EcoGen Building, was led by Mr. Toshio Fujimori, CEO of ISF, alongside key partners in the Cogeneration Project, including Dr. Lim Daw Yuen, Head of Sime Darby Energy Solutions Sdn Bhd & Sime Darby Joy Industries Sdn Bhd (SDJoy) (A Subsidiary of Sime Darby Industrial (Malaysia)) and Mr. Seishi Ikematsu, Managing Director of Kawasaki Gas Turbine Asia.
A Dual Philosophy: "Eco by Design, Gen by Inspiration"
The EcoGen facility is a three-story glass-walled complex that serves as a hub for both people and technology. It houses a modern canteen, employee rest areas, training and meeting rooms, and a corporate gallery titled "The Art of Refining." The site also features a sheltered car park, while the highlight of the EcoGen facility is the new cogeneration plant that was just commissioned in Feb 2026.
The facility is defined by two core philosophies:
- “Eco” reflects ISF’s commitment to sustainable development. As the building undergoes assessment of GreenRE-certified building, it integrates solar PV panels, rainwater harvesting systems, and EV charging points with dedicated parking. These resource-efficient features are designed to enhance energy efficiency, conserve resources, and reduce overall environmental impact.
- “Gen” reflects a focus on operational and energy efficiency. This is inspired by the neighbouring high-efficiency Cogeneration (Cogen) Plant, which simultaneously produces electricity and useful heat to support improved energy performance for ISF’s manufacturing operations.
ISF Advancing Energy Efficiency through Cogeneration Plant in Port Klang
The centrepiece of the facility is a high-capacity Cogeneration Plant with the ability to generate 6.5 Megawatts of power. By utilising advanced "Combined Heat and Power" (CHP) technology, the plant simultaneously produces electricity and useful heat, representing a significant achievement in operational efficiency.
The implementation of this technology allows ISF to:
- Substantially reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
- Improve energy efficiency across its entire manufacturing operation.
"Today isn't just about a new building or a new plant; it is about a major leap forward," stated Mr. Toshio Fujimori during his keynote address. "This facility is physical proof that ISF is committed to a sustainable, carbon-neutral future. I want to give a huge thank you to our partners, Sime Darby Energy Solutions and Kawasaki Gas Turbine Asia, for your incredible technical support and partnership.”
The Cogen Plant installation is ISF’s second cogeneration facility, following the successful launch of its first plant at the Dengkil factory in January 2025. This new installation is notably larger and more powerful, reflecting ISF’s strategy to grow its business responsibly as it expands. The project was made possible through technical support and partnership with Sime Darby Energy Solutions and Kawasaki Gas Turbine Asia.
Mr Toshio Fujimori, CEO of ISF (First from right) received a custom-made miniature model of the Cogen plant during the exchange of mementoes with Dr. Lim Daw Yuen, Head SIME & SDJoy (Second from Left) together with Mr. Ikematsu, Managing Director of Kawasaki Gas Turbine Asia. (First from Left)
The launching ceremony featured a ceremonial exchange of mementoes and a landmark unveiling, followed by a guided site tour. Guests were given an exclusive look at the Cogen Plant, the green building elements and "The Art of Refining Gallery.”
"ISF EcoGen is a symbol of our future," Mr. Fujimori concluded, praising the company's engineers and staff for their dedication to innovating in the green energy sector.
