AOMG Statistics Training 2012
The ASEAN Oleochemical Manufacturers Group (AOMG) was formed in 1986 to promote co-operation and coordination among the oleochemical manufacturers in the ASEAN region. Among the objectives of AOMG is the compilation and dissemination of information of common concern as well as to provide facilities for consultation and exchange of views between and among members. Agreement to participate in the AOMG Statistics is one of the pre-requisite of membership. Credibiilty and reliability of information is necessary to determine industry performance and trends and in fulfilling AOMG objectives. Towards this end, AOMG has drawn up the "AOMG Statistic Compilation Training Guide" for members to follow consistently.
Ms Lim Yee Mein, Director, Natural Oleochemicals Sdn Bhd was elected AOMG Statistics Chairperson at the AOMG Interim Meeting on 14 November 2011. Mr Tan I Tjhang, CFO of PT Soci Mas was elected deputy.
A statistics re-training was arranged for 30 April 2012 at the Renaissance Kuala Lumpur Hotel to facilitate understanding of the procedure and guidelines of the Statistics Compilation. Mr MF Lok who was a previous chairperson was invited to conduct the training. The training was attended by representatives from member companies mainly from Malaysia and Indonesia.
Ms Lim thanked Mr MF Lok for conducting the statistics re-training saying, "The challenge is to ensure all members to submit the statistical report within the quarterly deadlines. This needs the commitment and co-operation from all AOMG members especially the senior financial manager."
