The year 2025 was marked by significant challenges. Ongoing political and economic instability, escalating climate risks — with 2025 projected to be among the warmest years on record globally — and an increasingly complex operating environment have reinforced the urgency of corporate sustainability.
Maison Denis is a family-owned company whose history will soon span 165 years. Its activities today are organised across three principal geographic areas and business segments:
- Asia-Pacific, primarily focused on Food & Beverage activities;
- Japan, a multi-business area including a highly regulated Health Sciences activity;
- Europe and the Indian Ocean, a multi-business area primarily driven by Consumer Goods Distribution activities.
This ESG report is strictly limited to the Food & Beverage activities in Asia-Pacific that are under the operational control of Denis Asia Pacific Pte Ltd. This perimeter represents the core of Maison Denis' operations and constitutes a coherent and mature scope for ESG reporting.
Other business areas fall outside the scope of this report. The Japan Health Sciences activities are preparing their first standalone ESG report, covering the 2025 financial year, to be published in 2026. Activities in Europe and the Indian Ocean are currently undergoing a restructuring phase and are therefore not yet in a position to support ESG reporting aligned with current regulatory expectations.
Within the defined reporting perimeter, we have remained focused despite external headwinds. We recognise that the transition to net-zero emissions and the responsible management of environmental and social impacts are central to the future of the Food & Beverage sector. Leveraging our manufacturing expertise, rigorous quality management and commitment to product innovation, Denis Asia Pacific continues to strengthen the foundations of a resilient and sustainable growth model.
By embedding ESG considerations into our business strategy, we align our Food & Beverage operations with global sustainability efforts. Through clear policies, well-defined targets and tangible actions, we work closely with stakeholders to advance our ESG priorities and contribute to a more sustainable food system.
Like all responsible businesses, Denis Asia Pacific is committed to minimising its environmental footprint while maximising its positive social impact. We continuously assess our influence on environmental and social resources across our value chain, with the objective of creating long-term value for customers, employees, partners and communities.
As Chairmen and custodians of the business, we set the strategic direction and ensure that sustainability is deeply integrated into our corporate vision within the reporting perimeter. Establishing the right tone at the top is our responsibility, and this commitment cascades through every level of the organisation. Our leadership fosters an environment in which sustainability is not viewed as an obligation, but as a core principle guiding both short- and long-term strategic decisions.
Our role extends beyond governance. We actively champion social responsibility, business value creation and regulatory compliance, while empowering management teams to define and deliver sustainability objectives aligned with the Food & Beverage business model and recognised industry best practices.
Sustainability has long been embedded in the values of the Denis family. Our journey towards a more sustainable future is both a natural evolution and a reaffirmation of our long-standing commitment to responsible entrepreneurship. We firmly believe that protecting the planet and contributing positively to society are shared responsibilities, and we are committed to playing our part for future generations.
