Guthrie Rejects Fire Allegations, Says No Active Fires At Its Indonesian Estates

Guthrie has denied reports that its subsidiaries or employees caused forest and land fires in Indonesia, saying its latest ground checks found no active fires in any of its estates there.

The Rakyat Post Jake Lim · News & blogs · 4 hr ago

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It also said it found no evidence that its subsidiaries or employees started the fires.
The group said some companies named in public reports as its affiliates are not owned, managed or controlled by it.
It called for any outdated or incorrect attribution to be corrected, as it is misleading.

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Guthrie has denied reports alleging that its subsidiaries or employees caused forest and land fires in Indonesia.

Guthrie, formerly known as Sime Darby Plantation, is one of the world’s largest producers of certified sustainable palm oil.

In a statement on Tuesday (20 October), the group said its latest ground checks confirmed no active fires in any of its estates in Indonesia.

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Published: October 20, 2026 at 2:38 AM UTC
By: Jake Lim
Section: Malaysia
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