The beauty and uniqueness of Carey Island was on show during the inaugural Carey Heritage sports events and bird photography competition

PETALING JAYA, Oct 31 (Bernama) -- The beauty and uniqueness of Carey Island were on full display during the recent SD Guthrie (Guthrie) Carey Heritage sports events and bird photography competition. From the swift cadence of cyclists, to the rhythmic strides of runners and the quiet focus of photographers capturing elusive birdlife, Carey Island pulsed with energy, culture, and natural beauty. 

These events not only celebrated National Sports Month but also highlighted Carey Island’s rich heritage and ecological charm.

The recently concluded Carey Heritage Ride brought together over 160 cycling enthusiasts, with 18 participants taking on the 20KM route, 92 tackling the 45KM challenge, and 52 pushing through the demanding 100KM course. 

The event showcased not only athletic endurance but also the scenic charm and cultural richness of Carey Island, said Guthrie's Group Managing Director, Datuk Mohamad Helmy Othman Basha. 

“The weather was perfect, everything went smoothly, and many participants gave us positive feedback because this year’s event was well-organised, with clear pit stops, signboards, and directions.

“They were excited to discover that Carey Island is only 40 to 45 minutes from Kuala Lumpur and offers such scenic beauty,” he said, adding that the events organised aligned with October being the National Sports Month. 

Guthrie encourages its employees, friends and families to stay active and to participate in outdoor activities, including cycling, running, tennis, or volleyball. “Two weeks ago, we organised the Carey Run, and the response was very encouraging,” Mohamad Helmy said, adding that Guthrie will host cycling events every two months. 

The Carey Ride 2026 will kick off in February and will be open to the public with a minimal participation fee. 

On 12 October, The Carey Heritage Run drew more than 1,100 runners, which included members of the public and Guthrie employees, to the lush landscapes of Carey Island. The run event featured 12 categories: 21, 10 and 5 kilometre runs, for men, women and veteran men and veteran women. The run was flagged-off from 6.30 a.m. to great fanfare and festivity. 

During the run, Guthrie’s women leaders, Board Member Jenifer Thien and Chief Human Resources Officer Shahrizan Aini Shamsul Khalil, made their mark by securing 2nd and 3rd place respectively in the 10KM Women’s Veteran category — a proud moment for all present.

The run, followed the success of the Carey Heritage Bird Photography Competition, held the weekend before, during which, nature enthusiasts documented 65 bird species in stunning detail, a testament to the island’s rich biodiversity and its growing reputation as a haven for eco-tourism and conservation. Of the 65 bird species spotted last week, 34 were new ones identified during the weekend, thus bringing the tally of sighted species to about 100. 

About SD Guthrie Berhad 

SD Guthrie Berhad is a responsible global leader in Certified Sustainable Palm Oil production, employing over 83,000 people who serve the needs of food consumers and brands in 86 countries. All our palm oil is fully traceable and deforestation-free.

Our 200-year history has led us to where we are today – a leader in innovation, developing next-generation robotics and technology-driven solutions for the palm oil and agri-business sector. We are addressing demand for renewable energy through the creation of solar projects and high-performance industrial parks, drawing on our sustainability leadership to expand our horizons and create a future-ready company.

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. As the world’s first palm oil company with net-zero greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), we push boundaries with our enhanced sustainability framework, “Beyond Zero”, driving meaningful change in our sector.

Guthrie operates 234 plantation estates in Malaysia, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands, supported by 11 refineries with a combined annual capacity of four million metric tonnes. We produce 12% of all certified sustainable palm oil in the world. We produce and sell a diverse range of palm oil derivatives including oleochemicals, biodiesel and nutraceuticals, and we are actively engaged in the development and commercialisation of super high-yielding oil palm seeds that are more resistant to the challenges of climate change.

Listed on Bursa Malaysia (KLSE: SDG) with a market capitalisation of RM36.79 billion (USD8.76 billion) as of 30 October 2025, Guthrie is a strategic company of Permodalan Nasional Berhad, Malaysia’s largest unit trust company and our major shareholder. We are supported by a large institutional base of investors including Kumpulan Wang Simpanan Pekerja (Employees Provident Fund) and Kumpulan Wang Persaraan (Diperbadankan) (Retirement Fund (Incorporated)).

For more information, visit www.sdguthrie.com. 

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