United Palm Oil Industry Public Company Limited (UPOIC)

Overview

United Palm Oil Industry Public Company Limited, with its foundation laid in 1978, stands as a notable entity in Thailand's agro-industrial sector. Primarily focused on the production and sale of crude palm oil, the company has expanded its footprint to encompass a wide range of activities related to the palm oil industry. Its operations bifurcate into two main segments: the cultivation and processing of oil palm, along with the generation of electricity from eco-friendly sources like biogases and biomasses. A notable subsidiary of Lam Soon (Thailand) Public Company Limited, United Palm Oil Industry Public Company Limited has its headquarters in Bangkok, Thailand, symbolizing a blend of traditional agricultural practices and modern technological advances. The company's operational scope, covering oil palm plantations in Krabi and Surat Thani province, reflects its significant role in Thailand's palm oil industry, ensuring a sustainable and environmentally conscious production line.

Products and Services

• Oil Palm Plantation, Crude Palm Oil, and Crude Palm Kernel Oil Processing

  This segment encapsulates the core operations of the company, emphasizing the cultivation of oil palm and the processing of the harvested fruits into crude palm oil and crude palm kernel oil. The process ensures the production of high-quality palm oil, meeting the industry's stringent standards, while adhering to sustainable agricultural practices.

• Generation of Electricity from Biogases and Biomasses

  In its stride towards embracing renewable energy sources, the company undertakes the generation of electricity utilizing biogases and biomasses. This not only underscores the company's commitment to reducing the carbon footprint but also adds a diversification to its revenue streams by tapping into the energy sector.

• Production of By-products

  United Palm Oil Industry goes beyond the primary palm oil products to offer by-products like palm kernel cakes. These by-products find significant applications in sectors such as poultry farming and animal feed production, reflecting the company's efficient utilization of all parts of the palm fruit.

• Oil Palm Seed Propagation

  The company’s involvement in oil palm seed propagation activities symbolizes its dedication to agricultural innovation and sustainability. By cultivating high-quality seeds, the company ensures the longevity and productivity of its plantations, contributing to a more sustainable palm oil industry.

• Land Concessions and Plantation Ownership

  United Palm Oil Industry holds concessions to use forest reserve land, demonstrating its pivotal role in maintaining the ecological balance while sourcing its primary raw materials. The ownership of oil palm plantations in strategic locations such as Krabi and Surat Thani province not only secures the raw material supply chain but also underlines the company’s significant footprint in Thailand's agricultural landscape.