Chief Executive Officer
Chief Operating Officer
Head, Legal & Secretarial and the Company Secretary
Acting Chief Financial Officer
Head, Strategy & Corporate Services
Head, Agronomy
Head, Mills & Engineering
Plantation Controller (Sarawak Region 1)
Plantation Controller (Sarawak Region 2)
Plantation Controller (Sabah Region)
Acting Plantation Controller (Peninsular Region)
Head of Plantation, Planning & Support (Estate Administration)
Head, Sustainability
Assistant General Manager, Marketing
Head, Investor Relations & Corporate Communications
Head, Digital, Technology and Innovation
Head, Internal Audit
Chief Executive Officer
Nationality
Malaysian
Age / Gender
57 / Male
Date of Appointment:
1 October 2021
Mohamed Zainurin Mohamed Zain, 57, male, Malaysian, is the Chief Executive Officer and was appointed on 1 October 2021.
Mohamed Zainurin holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy (Honours) from Universiti Utara Malaysia (”UUM“). He is a Chartered Accountant, a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (”MIA“) and a Certified Practising Accountant (”CPA“) in Papua New Guinea.
He has over 33 years of experience in various capacities in several different industries, including: Integrated Agrifood Plantations, Halal Food Supply Chain and Halal Logistics, Food Manufacturing, Defence and Aerospace Industry.
Mohamed Zainurin has been involved in Halal Food Supply Chain and Agriculture Plantation since 2006 with Malaysian Agrifood Corporation Berhad, a Khazanah Nasional Berhad (”KNB“) wholly owned subsidiary, as Vice President of Finance and was subsequently promoted to Senior Vice President of Infrastructure Development. In 2009, he then joined KNB as Senior Vice President of the Agrifood Unit of Khazanah Research & Investment Division.
During his tenure in KNB, he was seconded to the Ministry of Agriculture of Malaysia as CEO for the Malaysian Modern Agriculture Project. In 2011, he was appointed as Group Chief Financial Officer of Malaysia Agrifood Corporation Berhad. He was thereafter promoted to Director of Operations and Business Development of a wholly owned KNB subsidiary, where he was a key personnel leading and managing several strategic collaboration initiatives for the integrated premium Vegetables, Tropical Fruits, and Halal Cold Chain Logistics business with domestic business partners and reputable foreign investors.
He was formerly the Financial Controller of New Britain Palm Oil Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary company of Sime Darby Plantation Berhad, based in West New Britain of Papua New Guinea, before joining TH Plantations Berhad as the Chief Executive Officer on 1 October 2021.
Chief Operating Officer
Nationality
Malaysian
Age / Gender
52 / Male
Date of Appointment:
10 February 2025
Alikamal Abu Hassan, 52, male, Malaysian, is the Chief Operating Officer and was appointed on 10 February 2025.
Alikamal holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Corporate Administration from MARA University of Technology Malaysia (”UiTM“) and has over 20 years of experience in the plantation industry. Before joining THP, he was the Country CEO of Planting Naturals Gold Tree B.V managing over 2,000 personnel and collaborating with more than 7,000 organic-certified farmers in Sierra Leone. He was also the Head of Upstream in Liberia and later became the Regional General Manager in Sarawak at Sime Darby Plantation, where he implemented automation initiatives and strengthened sustainability frameworks.
Currently, he is responsible for overseeing the Group’s overall plantation operations, ensuring efficiency in estate management, optimising yield performance, and driving THP’s strategic and sustainable operational initiatives.
Head, Legal & Secretarial and the Company Secretary
Nationality
Malaysian
Age / Gender
55 / Female
Date of Appointment:
1 January 2014
Aliatun Mahmud, 55, female, Malaysian, is the Head of Legal & Secretarial and the Company Secretary in THP, appointed on 1 January 2014.
Aliatun holds a Master’s in Business Administration (”MBA“) and a Bachelor’s Degree (Honours) of Laws (LLB), both from the UiTM as well as a Diploma in Syariah Law and Practice from the International Islamic University of Malaysia. She began her career at the Securities Commission of Malaysia in 1994 before moving on to gain more experience in PEREMBA (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, Messrs Hafidz & Azra (Advocates & Solicitors) and the Malaysian Resources Corporation Berhad. She joined THP on 1 October 2002 and has been with the Group for 22 years. In her current capacity, she manages all legal and secretarial matters for the companies owned as well as those managed by the Group.
Head, Strategy & Corporate Services
Nationality
Malaysian
Age / Gender
54 / Female
Date of Appointment:
1 January 2014
Maizura Mohamed, 54, female, Malaysian, is the Head of Strategy & Corporate Services in THP, appointed on 1 January 2014.
Maizura holds a Bachelor’s Degree (Honours) in Chemistry from the University of Malaya, Malaysia. She began her career with Boustead Holdings Berhad in 1995 and subsequently joined Maju Holdings Sdn Bhd as Manager of Business Development. She joined THP on 1 October 1999 as Manager in Corporate Planning and has been with the Group for more than 20 years.
She is currently the Head of Strategy and Corporate Services and is responsible for overseeing strategic and corporate matters, business planning as well as managing special projects.
Acting Chief Financial Officer
Nationality
Malaysian
Age / Gender
49 / Male
Date of Appointment:
-
Megat Rizal Ezzudin, 49, male, Malaysian, is the Acting Chief Financial Officer at THP. As the Acting Chief Financial Officer, he is responsible for managing and overseeing the Group’s financial operations.
He holds a Bachelor’s Degree (Honours) in Accountancy and Finance from the University of Warwick, United Kingdom. He is currently a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), United Kingdom.
Megat Rizal began his career with accounting firms in Dublin, Ireland and Birmingham, United Kingdom, before returning to Malaysia to join PricewaterhouseCoopers in 2004. He later joined THP’s Internal Audit Department in December 2006.
He also oversees the Procurement function, responsible for devising and implementing effective procurement strategies for the Group.
Head, Mills & Engineering
Nationality
Malaysian
Age / Gender
46 / Male
Date of Appointment:
3 February 2025
AK Kamarul Zaman bin PG Zainal Abidin, 46, male, Malaysian, is the Head of Mills & Engineering Department in THP, appointed on 3 February 2025.
AK Kamarul Zaman holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Chemical) from University of Technology Malaysia (UTM). He has over 20 years of experience in palm oil mill operations management. Prior to joining THP, he was the General Manager of Mill Operations for Olam International Limited.
In his current capacity, he is responsible for the administration and coordination of overall mill operations, ensuring alignment with the policies and objectives of the Group.
Head, Agronomy
Nationality
Malaysian
Age / Gender
59 / Male
Date of Appointment:
7 February 2020
Ahmad Anuar Sairi, 59, male, Malaysian, is the Head of Agronomy in THP, appointed on 7 February 2020.
Ahmad Anuar holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Science and a Diploma in Agriculture, both from Universiti Pertanian Malaysia. He started his career as an Agronomist with FELDA Research in 1990 and subsequently joined Austral Enterprises in 1993. He joined THP in June 1999 as an Assistant Agronomist. He was seconded to Trurich Resources Sdn Bhd in 2014 and was appointed as Head of Operation & Agronomy based in Indonesia. He returned to THP in March 2019 as a General Manager in the CEO’s Office. Ahmad Anuar holds key positions in notable committees in MPOB such as the Task Force Committee on Fruit Set and Pollinating Weevil and Working Committee on Code of Good Nursery Practice for Oil Palm Nurseries (CoPN), and also in Standards Malaysia as a Technical Committee of Oil Palm Planting Material. Ahmad Anuar was conferred the 2014 Best Agronomist Award for his contribution to the industry.
In his current capacity as the Head of Agronomy, he is responsible for providing agronomic advice, fertiliser recommendations, plantation research, as well as innovation and development support for the Group.
Plantation Controller (Sarawak Region 1)
Nationality
Malaysian
Age / Gender
58 / Male
Date of Appointment:
7 May 2025
Rozali Md. Desa, 58, male, Malaysian, is the Plantation Controller for Sarawak Region 1 in TH Plantations Berhad. Effective 7 May 2025, he is also tasked with overseeing the development of the Centre of Excellence (CoE).
Rozali holds a Diploma in Planting Industry and Management from MARA University of Technology Malaysia. He began his career in THP in 2007 and has vast experience from previous roles in KL Kepong Berhad, IOI Plantation, United Plantations Berhad, and Berjaya City Plantation.
In his current capacity, Rozali is responsible for the overall operations and performance of 10 estates in Sarawak Region 1. He also supports preliminary efforts in establishing the CoE, which is envisioned as a platform for driving best practices and continuous improvement in plantation operations.
Rozali does not have any family relationship with any director and/or major shareholder(s) of the Company nor any conflict of interest with the Company. He has not had a conviction for any offence within the past five (5) years.
Plantation Controller (Sarawak Region 2)
Nationality
Malaysian
Age / Gender
44 / Male
Date of Appointment:
1 February 2007(THP)
1 May 2025 (PC SR2)
Abang Ahmad Saifulhadi Bin Abang Iskandar, a 44-year-old Malaysian national, currently serves as the Plantation Controller for Sarawak Region 2 at THP. He was first appointed to the company on 1 February 2007, and assumed his current role on 1 May 2025.
He holds a Diploma in Planting Industry Management from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Kota Samarahan and a Bachelor's Degree in Technology and Management from UiTM Shah Alam. With over 18 years of experience in the plantation industry, he has built a solid foundation of expertise and leadership.
He began his professional journey with his first appointment at Jaya Tiasa Holdings Berhad (Oil Palm Division), where he served as Assistant Manager from November 2006 to January 2007.
In his current capacity, he oversees the administration and coordination of estate operations within Sarawak Region 2, ensuring alignment with the Group's strategic policies and objectives.
Plantation Controller (Sabah Region)
Nationality
Malaysian
Age / Gender
49 / Male
Date of Appointment:
1 November 2023
Abdullah Asya’ari Junoh, 49, male, Malaysian, is the Plantation Controller (Sabah) in THP, appointed on 1 November 2023
Abdullah Asya’ari holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Agribusiness from Universiti Putra Malaysia and an Advance Professional Diploma of Associate (“AISP“) from The Incorporated Society of Planters. He began his career as an Assistant Manager with Golden Hope Plantation Berhad in 2000 before joining Felda Technoplant in 2005. He joined THP in 2009 as a Senior Assistant Manager at Ladang Pasir Besar, Negeri Sembilan and went on to hold managerial position in several estates within the Group. He returned to HQ in January 2023 as the Head of Estate Department. Abdullah Asya’ari was appointed as the Plantation Controller (Sabah) in November 2023 and currently oversees the plantation operations in Sabah, ensures estates adhere to the company’s policies and procedures accordingly as well as motivates subordinates and the workforce.
Acting Plantation Controller (Peninsular Region)
Nationality
Malaysian
Age / Gender
39 / Male
Date of Appointment:
1 June 2025
Mohd Rizuan bin Razman, 39, male, Malaysian, is the Acting Plantation Controller (Peninsular Region) in TH Plantations Berhad, appointed on 1 June 2025.
Rizuan holds a Diploma in Planting Industry Management from the MARA University of Technology, Sabah. He began his career with THP in July 2007 as a Cadet Planter and has since held key roles across multiple estates. In 2020, he was brought back to HQ to lead the Mechanisation Unit and later served as Manager in the Operations Office and later as Head of Estates Department before being promoted to Plantation Controller for Peninsular with effect from 1 June 2025.
In his current capacity, he oversees the end-to-end estate operations across the region, focusing on productivity operational efficiency, and compliance with best practices.
Rizuan does not have any family relationship with any director and/or major shareholder(s) of the Company nor any conflict of interest with the Company. He has not had a conviction for any offence within the past five (5) years.
Head of Plantation, Planning & Support (Estate Administration)
Nationality
Malaysian
Age / Gender
56 / Male
Date of Appointment:
1 June 2025
Tuah bin Nawi, 56, male, Malaysian, is the Head of Plantation, Planning & Support (formerly known as Estate Administration) in TH Plantations Berhad, appointed on 1 June 2025.
Tuah holds a Master of Islamic Studies from Open University Malaysia and a Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Science (Hons) from Universiti Putra Malaysia. He also attended the LEEP programme (Jurisprudence) at the Faculty of Law, in Universiti Malaya. He began his career in 1999 as a Cadet Assistant with Austral Enterprises Berhad. He joined THP in 2000 as Assistant Manager in Ladang Sungai Merchong. Having served the Group for more than 24 years with extensive operational experience, he was promoted as Plantation Controller (Peninsular Region) in 2024 before he was brought back to HQ to head the Plantations & Planning Support (formerly known as Estates Department.)
In his current capacity, he oversees estate documentation, legal coordination, administrative policies, and plantation planning across all regional operations.
Tuah does not have any family relationship with any director and/or major shareholder(s) of the Company nor any conflict of interest with the Company. He has not had a conviction for any offence within the past five (5) years.
Head, Sustainability
Nationality
Malaysian
Age / Gender
52 / Male
Date of Appointment:
15 November 2020
Samshul Bahri, 52, male, Malaysian, is the Head of Sustainability in THP, appointed on 15 November 2020.
Samshul holds a Bachelor’s Degree (Honours) in Agribusiness from Universiti Pertanian Malaysia and a Diploma in Planting Industry Management from the MARA University of Technology. He began his career in THP on 1 July 1999 as an Executive in the Estate Department. In 2010, he was posted to the Sarawak Regional Office as an Operations Manager and rose the ranks within the 8 years to Assistant General Manager before returning to the HQ in 2018. He was appointed as the Head of Sustainability Department in November 2020 and is primarily responsible for sustainability initiatives and innovation within the Group.
Assistant General Manager, Marketing
Nationality
Malaysian
Age / Gender
47 / Male
Date of Appointment:
1 January 2023
Mazrul Muhammad, 47, male, Malaysian, is the Assistant General Manager of Marketing in THP, appointed on 1 January 2023.
Mazrul holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration (Marketing) from UiTM. He began his career as a Business Development Executive with MM Vitals Sdn Bhd in 2001 rising through the ranks to Head of Marketing and subsequently moved to IOI Plantations as the Marketing Manager in 2011. He joined THP in 2013 as the Senior Manager, Marketing.
He has been with the Group for 11 years and was appointed as Assistant General Manager of Marketing in 2023. In his current capacity, he is responsible for the trading and marketing of the Group’s products.
Head, Investor Relations & Corporate Communications
Nationality
Malaysian
Age / Gender
54 / Male
Date of Appointment:
21 February 2024
Asmad Putra Abdul Samad, 54, male, Malaysian, is the Head of Investor Relations and Corporate Communications in THP, appointed on 21 February 2024.
Asmad Putra holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from Washington University, St Louis, United States of America. He started his career in 1993 as a Branch Executive with the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers, Melaka. He has held several corporate communications positions in organisations such as Golden Hope Plantations Berhad, Negara Properties Berhad, MISC Berhad and Pantai Holdings Berhad from 1997 2009. He joined the Sime Darby Group in 2010 as the Senior Manager, Corporate Communications and was promoted as the Head of Corporate Branding in Sime Darby Plantations Berhad in 2018.
<Asmad joined THP on 21 February 2024 and was appointed as the Head of Investor Relations and Corporate Communications responsible for overseeing the Group’s Investor Relations and Corporate Communications functions.
Head, Digital, Technology and Innovation
Nationality
Malaysian
Age / Gender
56 / Male
Date of Appointment:
7 April 2025
Encik Noor Azhar Kamaruddin, 56, Male, Malaysian, is the Head of Digital, Technology and Innovation in THP, appointed on 7 April 2025.
Encik Noor Azhar holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Electronic and Electrical Engineering from the University of Portsmouth, England. He brings over 24 years of experience in IT strategy, transformation, and operations across various sectors, including telecommunications, plantation, insurance, and digital banking.
Before joining THP, he was the Chief Technology Officer at MyAngkasa Digital Sdn Bhd. He led digital transformation initiatives and spearheaded the establishment of the digital banking platform including the MyAngkasa Digital E-Wallet, aimed at serving over 6.5 million cooperative members nationwide.
He was also a Chief Information Officer at FGV Holdings Berhad and held senior positions at Celcom Axiata, Axiata Group, Telekom Malaysia, and Etiqa (formerly Malaysia National Insurance Berhad).
He is currently the Head of Digital, Technology and Innovation, overseeing the full spectrum of digital strategy, technology transformation, and IT operations for the Group.
Head, Internal Audit
Nationality
Malaysian
Age / Gender
45 / Male
Date of Appointment:
1 January 2024
Mohd Izray Ibrahim, 45, male, Malaysian, is the Head of Internal Audit Department in THP, appointed on 1 January 2024.
Mohd Izray holds a Bachelor’s Degree of Science (Honours) in Plantation Technology Management and a Diploma in Planting Industry Management both from MARA University of Technology Malaysia. He is an Associate Member of the Institute of Internal Auditors (“IIA“) and the Associate Member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiner (“ACFE“). He began his career with the Golden Hope Plantation Berhad as an Internal Audit Executive in 2002 and thereafter joined Felda Technoplant in 2005. He joined Boustead Holdings Bhd in 2010 as Assistant Manager in Group Internal Audit.
He is currently the Head of Internal Audit Department. He is responsible to prepare and implement a risk-based audit plan including assessing, reporting and suggesting improvement for the Group’s key operational and financial activities and internal controls.