REMA TIP TOP commitment to sustainability 

REMA TIP TOP is a globally operating system provider of services and products in the field of conveying and treatment technology as well as tire repair. For almost one hundred years, the company has built up unique expertise in materials development and industrial services and is active in the belting, material processing, surface protection and automotive sectors.

Global leader in industrial maintenance

As a global leader in industrial maintenance, REMA TIP TOP enables businesses in more than 170 countries to achieve their operational targets with a wide range of services, products and proven expertise. One of their vital goals is to advocate for industrial maintenance to prioritize repair and reuse over replacement to reduce material waste.

“Extending the life of industrial equipment is vital for both sustainability and efficiency,” says Michael Labbé, Executive Director at REMA TIP TOP. Sustainability does not just involve being kind to the environment but also being smart about resources and costs. This is where REMA TIP TOP’s maintenance experts come in and implement customer-specific strategies. 

Sustainability is the responsible way forward

“We believe in sustainability because it’s the responsible path forward, both ethically and pragmatically. Our core mission is to provide outstanding solutions that genuinely benefit our customers. When we speak about sustainability, we’re talking about ensuring our customers’ long-term satisfaction, protecting the environment, and driving efficiency,” continues Michael Labbé.

Today, experts agree that predictive and monitoring strategies are more effective and sustainable than passive, corrective maintenance. Accordingly, maintenance is not a one-off project, but a continuous process that must be systematically managed. Consistency and discipline are the key factors in achieving excellent maintenance and operational results.

Repair and refurbishment over replacement of equipment

REMA TIP TOP’s maintenance services and solutions aim to support the circular economy. “Repair and refurbishment over replacement of equipment is our premise,” emphasizes Mario Delmaestro, General Manager Operations at REMA TIP TOP Middle East, who is a proven expert in comprehensive maintenance programs. 

At REMA TIP TOP, a comprehensive maintenance plan begins with a detailed criticality plan, which serves as a guide for reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), preventive maintenance optimization (PMO), and failure mode and effect analysis (FMEA) plans. People are the most crucial component of any high-quality maintenance program, not only during the development phase but throughout the entire operational cycle.

Longer service life means less impact on the environment

By extending the lifespan of machinery and improving its efficiency, companies can lessen the strain on the environment, decreasing the need for new resources and minimizing waste. This approach enhances efficiency, reduces energy and resource consumption, benefiting both the environmental and the economic aspects. 

To improve the operational reliability and sustainability of industrial plants, REMA TIP TOP offers its customers a full maintenance service, ranging from comprehensive inspections, repairs and modernizations, eco-friendly products and materials to tailored strategies to increase efficiency. Highest maintenance standards meet almost 100 years of experience.

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ACEN is the renewable energy platform of the Ayala group. 

In 2019, Ayala acquired a listed energy platform and thereafter infused its Philippine renewable operating assets and development pipeline. The combination resulted in 532MW of generation portfolio in the Philippines, consisting of a 246MW Coal fired power plants (CFPP), 134MW of various diesel plants, and 152MW of various renewable energy plants. 

The listed platform, ACEN, aspires to blaze the trail in energy transition across Asia Pacific. ACEN committed to Net Zero GHG by 2050, and is transitioning to 100% renewables generation by 2025. The company initially set a bold target of reaching 5GW of renewables by 2025.

ACEN currently has over 4500MW of attributable capacity of which 98% is from renewable sources. In the last five years, the company expanded beyond the Philippines and has meaningful presence in Australia, Vietnam, Laos, Indonesia, India and the US. 

Pioneering Energy Transition Mechanism Initiative

Energy transition requires both the scaling up of renewables and the orderly retirement of fossil fuel plants, with primary focus on CFPPs and diesel plants. 

To this end, ACEN focused on scaling up its solar and wind energy investments and pipeline development over the last 5-6 years, and expanded its geographic footprint. The company’s attributable renewables capacity for projects in operations and under construction increased from 152MW to over 4400MW today. ACEN recently announced its 2030 vision which is to reach 20GW of renewables capacity by 2030. 

Aside from scaling up renewables, ACEN is also pioneering initiatives in early coal retirement. The company successfully implemented the world’s first market-based Energy Transition Mechanism which reached financial close in November 2022. 

The transaction involves the divestment and early retirement of the 246MW coal plant, and its transition to cleaner technology by 2040 when the CFPP completes 25 years of operations. As the operating life of CFPP’s typically reach up to 50 years, the groundbreaking ETM initiative reduces up to 50mn tons of carbon emissions.

The company may also follow a similar approach with its remaining diesel plants. Other legacy diesel plants have already been decommissioned or divested in the last two years. 

The ADB promoted the ETM concept, which leverages public and private investments with the aim of retiring coal power assets on an earlier schedule than if they remained with their current owners. ACEN decided to apply the ETM concept to the divestment of its 246MW CFPP. 100% of the net proceeds to ACEN will be used for renewable energy investments.

ACEN’s ETM was supported by debt and equity investors from the Philippines, with a total transaction value of USD 310mn. Proceeds from the ETM were used to refinance the debt, cover transaction expenses, and generate ~P7.2bn of proceeds to ACEN that will enable construction of renewable energy plants.

Energizing Change: Actis at the Forefront of Sustainable Development and COP28 Initiatives

The COP28 conference offers a huge opportunity to advance the commitment to global climate mitigation and adaptation strategies. In addition, the concept of a Just Transition – one that is carried out in an equitable manner and takes into consideration issues such as gender equality, the social context, and local employment – rightly looms larger than at any prior COP. And, given the event is being held in a region which leads world hydrocarbon output we expect a sharpened focus on transitioning out of a fossil fuel-based economy to a clean energy-based one.

Actis is already playing a significant part in helping meet the world’s climate goals. We are one of the leading investors, developers and owners of clean energy in the emerging markets. We have built 35 energy generation companies since inception, 20 of which are renewable generation businesses. We have owned and operated around 20,000 MW of clean energy across Africa, Asia and Latin America.  We have contributed to the avoidance of over 30 million tonnes of CO2. We have a focus on impact, and sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We are firm believers in the notion that values drive value; that our focus on driving for sustainability outcomes also drives financial value.   

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With the rise of the circular economy, recycling and sustainability has become key concerns of international brands and retailers who are keen to respond to consumer needs. Consumers’ awareness of environmental protection and their emphasis on sustainable development are the driving force for the textile industries to be more innovative with their current practice.  

Established in 1992, Kingwhale is a vertically integrated corporation with high performance products and integrated commercial services that range from fiber spinning, knitting, dyeing, finishing and GORE-TEX certified garment factories.

Smart Manufacturing with AI for optimal operation

As part of the global supply chain, to become a green and smart factory is an important sustainable goal for Kingwhale and its clients. First things first, efficiently utilize the resources currently owned. Followed by improving production efficiency by implementing smart manufacturing and to apply AI into its system. 

Designed for sustainable performance fabric

Kingwhale has always committed to environmental protection issues. Creative technology combined with energy-saving and environmentally friendly materials has successfully supplied the performance driven market. In order to meet client needs, Kingwhale has focused on material science to create innovative yarns and fabrics. As an example, L.I.T.(R) , the Low Impact Technology yarn, enable to dye fabric in a comparatively lower temperature compared to conventional polyester, which can save: 

• 15% in dyestuffs,
• 22% of the electricity for heating and cooling
• 50% of thermal energy used to create steam
• 60% of the water needed for dye presentation and waste-water management

L.I.T. yarn means “less waste”, “fewer resources”,” lower energy”, and has attracted the attention of the market.

Transforming Waste into Circular Economy

Focusing on a circular system in textiles, Kingwhale is innovating the future of recyclable fibers. Using post- industrial, post-consumer discarded garments or fabric waste as the feedstock that would otherwise go to a landfill or incinerated, to regenerate them into new, eco-friendly materials. This regenerated material, RevioTM, is meant to be resourceful to reduce the carbon emission, minimize environmental impact to regenerate and maximize the end-of-life use of textiles and garments.  RevioTM is not just about recycling, redefining the value of the textile industry.  

A Pioneer of Green Power

Kingwhale has joined the RE100 initiative with a goal to use 100% renewable energy by 2040, the first textile company in the Asia-Pacific region to make that commitment. Kingwhale’s renewable energy initiative started with building roof-top solar panels in all of its factories. In addition, continue to develop properties and build solar panel projects to increase the ratio of green power. Also, working on integrating renewable energy into its energy storage system. To extend its renewable energy effort, Kingwhale also co-founded an energy platform which sources and manages renewable energy assets to assist brands and manufacturers globally to manage and accomplish renewable energy strategy.

A “Sustainable” Contributor of Supply Chain

Sustainability has become a core element of brands. As part of the global supply chain, Kingwhale is not only an important strategic partner of clients but also a sustainable contributor in the supply chain to make a better future for all.

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