MSIG Insurance Bhd has strengthened its long-term commitment to coastal conservation through its ongoing partnership with the Malaysian Nature Society (MNS), facilitating a mangrove planting initiative where 20 Kelab Pencinta Alam (KPA) school eco clubs planted 1,200 saplings at the Kuala Selangor Nature Park (KNSP).
The planting activity, supported by MSIG’s sponsorship of the saplings, is part of a wider, multi-year collaboration with MNS focused on rehabilitating Malaysia’s mangrove ecosystems.
Since the partnership began in 2019, MSIG and MNS have planted approximately 10,587 mangrove saplings across Peninsular Malaysia, a number that will continue to grow with the additional 1,200 saplings planted with the school eco clubs, 1,200 saplings planted last week across Selangor, Kedah, Perak, Melaka, Johor and Kota Kinabalu, and a further 400 saplings scheduled for planting before the end of this year.
In addition to financially supporting the planting programme, many MSIG employees also took time out of their usual work routines to volunteer in MNS-facilitated planting activities in various parts of the country.
MSIG Malaysia’s Chief Executive Officer, Ang Yien Chia, stated that since 2019, MSIG has been working closely with the Malaysian Nature Society to restore these valuable ecosystems across the country.
“Together, we have planted more than 10,000 mangrove saplings in multiple states, and we remain committed to expanding these efforts each year,” noted Ang. “Our aim is not just to count the number of trees planted, but to contribute to stronger, healthier, and more resilient coastal communities in the long term.”
According to Ang, what made the event especially meaningful is the involvement of young Malaysians.
“By planting these saplings, the students not only learn about conservation—they are actively shaping Malaysia’s environmental future. We believe the next generation will continue to play a crucial role in safeguarding our natural heritage, and we are proud to support their efforts alongside MNS,” Ang explained. “We look forward to continuing this partnership to create shared value for communities, for nature, and for the generations to come.”
Speaking at the event, MSIG Malaysia’s Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Toshibumi Suzuki, emphasised the vital role of nature-based protection in supporting communities
“Our partnership with MNS reflects our belief that environmental protection and community resilience must go hand in hand. Growing up and working in Japan, I have seen how natural disasters such as typhoons and floods can severely impact people’s lives and livelihoods,” stated Toshibumi. “Malaysia experiences its own challenges with flooding, and this is why the idea of protection — both through insurance and through nature — is so important to us at MSIG.”
Toshibumi added, “Mangrove forests are one of the best examples of how nature protects us. Their strong root systems help stabilise coastlines, reduce the impact of waves and storm surges, and protect communities living in low-lying areas.
“They also support biodiversity by providing habitat for fish, birds, and other wildlife, while helping to mitigate climate change by absorbing carbon dioxide. In many ways, mangroves act as nature’s own form of insurance.”
Since 2019, MSIG and MNS have carried out mangrove replanting activities in diverse locations nationwide, demonstrating the programme’s broad geographical reach and conservation significance. These efforts contribute to the rehabilitation of degraded coastal habitats, improved biodiversity, and strengthened natural buffers for flood- and erosion-prone communities.
MSIG’s work with MNS extends beyond one-off volunteerism, reflecting the company’s long-term vision to create shared value by strengthening Malaysia’s environmental resilience.
This mangrove programme remains MSIG’s primary supported initiative under its partnership with MNS, with plans to explore additional activities aligned with ecological restoration and community resilience in the future.
