First Engineering Plastic

No. 23, Jalan Persiaran Teknologi, Taman Teknologi Johor, Johor, 81400 Senai.

Business Background

First Engineering Limited is a leading manufacturer of ultra-precision moulds and plastic components for high technology engineering applications.
Founded in 1979 in Singapore, FEL offer an integrated suite of solutions including product design, tooling, production and assembly services predominantly for hard disk drives, PC peripherals, optical related products, medical equipment, business machines and automotive industries.

Solar PV System

In 2012, FEP agrees to host the solar system together with an established local solar developer, Synergy Solar Development. The system was installed on a large metal roof of over 100,000sqft and is interconnected to the grid at 11kV switchgear. During its completion in 2012, it is the largest rooftop solar in Malaysia.

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Solar PV Sytem

1,372 kWp

Est. Annual Solar-generated Electricity

1,646 MWh

Estimated Annual CO2 Reduction

1,152 tonnes

Estimated annual savings*

Approx. RM600,000

Completion time

6 months

Asset Management

You own it. We manage it.

Ditrolic Energy takes the measured, stable and independent approach to managing assets. Our asset management team holds a wealth of market knowledge that can only be attained through years of experience and success. We work closely with clients to understand their energy efficiency objectives and requirements and deliver the performance and service they deserve.
With 300 MW of clean energy asset under long term management, we’re one of the largest asset management company in Malaysia.

Plant/Asset Performance Supervision

Combining expertise, processes and technologies, our asset performance supervision assures that your systems have the needed capability for optimal operating performance to meet today’s dynamic business and production goals. We utilise the digital landscape to integrate, analyse, visualise and capture data to improve the reliability and availability of your energy efficiency investments.

Asset Performance Reporting

We offer a data-rich report that provides unsurpassed depth and breadth to your asset performance. We inform you of how well your assets are meeting their expectations and objectives. Otherwise, we will provide you with enough information to facilitate strategic and financing decisions for continuous improvement.

Management of O&M Provider

We manage your operation and maintenance, overseeing all tasks and ensuring they fulfil their performance guarantees and are charged adequately. We have the upper hand in experience, being quick to solve unforeseen issues with creative and cost-effective remedies. By leveraging our skills, you have the time and energy to focus on running your business effectively.

Warranty Administration

Ditrolic Energy extends its capabilities to offer a wide range of warranty administration services, including service programs, customer service support, claims processing and service contracts. Our warranty programs are comprehensive and tailored to suit various sectors, including local businesses, government, industrial factories and more.

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Solution

Operation & Maintenance

Protecting the future performance of your clean energy assets.

Rely on decades worth of experience and an industry-leading team of technicians, engineers, managers and support staff to optimise the performance of your renewable generation assets. We believe operation and maintenance is key in reaping the benefits of lower energy costs and energy efficiency. Hence, we provide a complete O&M solution that lets you understand and mitigate the long-term issues that could impact your asset’s performance and value.

Our solution

Real-Time System Monitoring

Each of our systems comes with an online monitoring system that lets you access your energy performance whenever and wherever. The system is updated at a 15-minute interval, offering owners and our support team direct notification of any potential issues or threats.

Technical & Financing Monitoring

Continuous monitoring ensures your assets are baselined to deliver the expected outcomes of your energy needs and ROI objectives. Our O&M specialists bear the experience to guarantee a professional and thorough approach in proposing workable, cost-effective solutions for continuous improvement and high returns

Final
Inspection

A detailed inspection is fundamental in ensuring the successful operation of your system. All parts and components will be reviewed by our professional Quality Control Inspectors, emphasizing safety-critical elements and regulatory compliance. This will include inspection of roof flashings, conduits, service panels and your online monitoring system.

Scheduled Maintenance

From years of industry experience, our experts have constructed a comprehensive maintenance plan that remains tried and true. We are flexible in our approach and tailor our services to meet your schedule and demands.

Spare Part Management

Ditrolic Energy sources high-quality system parts and components that are equipped with the best technology. Our vast network of industry-leading manufacturers allows us to act quickly and minimise unnecessary downtime. We offer warranty claims servicing, equipment replacements and logistics arrangements for repairs or installations as and when required.

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Energy Efficiency

Innovative strategies for ultimate performance.

Switching to clean energy is the first step towards energy independence. Moving forward, owners must have proficient control over their energy consumption, maintaining a balance between low energy use, low cost and high productivity.
Introducing our smart integrated system that uses intelligence to secure efficiency, turning insights into savings. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology and software, our digital systems have been proven to significantly boost flexibility and cost savings while minimising downtime and error.

Smart Integrated System For
Energy Efficiency Malaysia

Solar & Storage

CHP & Backup

Utility, Rate & Load

LED

HVAC

From Retrofit to Results

Retrofits for Energy Efficiency Malaysia

Our team can assess your system and building conditions and present opportunities for upgrading the energy performance of your assets. We champion innovation by proposing various creative solutions that cater to our client’s needs, including reducing operational costs and decreasing energy demand.

Energy Efficiency Management

Maximise your energy savings through our energy efficiency monitoring and management services. We provide you with an overview of your energy performance so you can make better business decisions for efficiency and save on reduced operational expenditures.

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Operation & Maintenance

Operation Guaranteed, Value Assured

With more than 8 years of experience in constructing and operating solar power plants, O&M is an integral part of our experience.

Real-Time System Monitoring

Allow system owner login portal to monitor electricity generation results by showing energy production & consumption day/week/year
Real-time monitoring with data collected at every 15-minute interval and stored in the main server
System failure warning alert

Technical & Financial Monitoring

To ensure the system is operated at its optimum level
To take immediate corrective action for any failure to minimise the troubleshooting expenses
To maximise return on investment

Final Inspection

To ensure all the components are functioning properly in a safe manner
Inspection of roof flashings, conduit, and service panel to ensure code-compliant installation
Review online monitoring system to ensure power production is occurring as expected

Scheduled Maintenance

Comprehensive O&M schedule to keep solar PV systems operating properly
Flexible maintenance schedule to suit the specific client and building needs
A comprehensive maintenance plan consisting of continuous maintenance tasks

Spare Part Management

Full responsibility for providing all spares needed for our clients
Maintain our own central stock holding of spares and replacement parts for all the components of a solar system
Always sourcing the best technology, regardless of brand or manufacturer
Warranty claims servicing, equipment replacement, and logistics for repairs or replacements, as and when required

Engeneering Procurement & Construction (EPC)

Made for Efficiency, Designed for Reliability

We’ve constructed individual projects larger than 50MW and became the first local company to install more than 100MW solar power in this region.

Proven Track Record

Ditrolic Energy comprises a large team of experienced in-house technical staff covering all areas of construction. This allows the company to guarantee project implementation while maintaining a high quality of installations. Developing innovative technologies characterised by high energy yields, reliable operation in challenging climates and low raw material consumption, we offer photovoltaic solutions from a single source.

Project Management

During this stage, we practice initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing the work of a team to achieve specific goals and meet specific success criteria at the specified time. The primary challenge is to accomplish all of the project goals within the given constraints.

Health, Safety & Environment

Next, we conduct interviews with on-site personnel to confirm identified potential environmental concerns and the limited environmental, health and safety compliance assessment to provide effective due diligence for industrial transactions.

Quality Assurance & Control

Moving on, we ensure that the approaches, techniques, methods and processes designed for the projects are implemented correctly. This part monitors and verifies the processes used to manage and create the deliverables

Project Execution

This stage is to deliver the project’s expected results (deliverables and other direct outputs). Typically, this is the longest phase of the project management lifecycle, where most resources are applied.

Regulatory Compliance

We are committed to ensuring the high quality of solar installations and improving the photovoltaic (PV) industry standards and prudent utility practice. Our guidelines are designed to be implemented in conjunction with the relevant Global Standards.

Finance

Navigating Renewable Energy Financing

Renewable energy projects have various innovative financing options, but each carries a unique set of interconnected legal, tax, property, insurance, and financial issues. Ditrolic Energy helps navigate these complex waters with services tailored to investors or project developers.

Keeping Your Project Bankable

Our team is experienced in developing both the legal and financial aspects of a solar project installation and operation.

We have deep familiarity with all the stakeholders in the solar value chain, the business models, the regulatory issues, and the various government incentives. We negotiate these intricacies while maintaining a sharp focus on overall strategy.

Deal Structuring

Raising Of Equity

Long Term Debt

Non-recourse project Finance

Construction Bridging

Mezzanine Loan

Design & Development

Making Solar Bankable. All From A Single Point

We begin a solar project by supporting your early development activities. By communicating with all parties involved – investors, project developers, owners, etc., we help our clients gain the bigger picture and lay the steps needed to ensure long-term profitability. With broad financial structuring capability, we will support you with the financing of your solar investment.

Your Partner To Success

We can also support you in achieving and maintaining profitability for large-scale PV system power plants – from choosing the right site to full-scale operations.

Pre-feasibility Studies

The main objective of a feasibility study is to determine the outcome result –whether or not it will work and is worth doing economically.

Environment Due Diligence (EDD)

To identify the types of environmental liabilities that could be implicated
To understand the limitations of a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment
To consider using additional due diligence methods

Design & Engineering

This stage is to study, research and develop ideas to customise our systems for customers’ increased efficiency and improved performance while being cost-effective.

Site Assessment

To review historical records dating back to the property’s first developed us
To carry out checks with regulatory bodies on past spills or fire incidences
Site survey to understand current operations and operations carried out on adjacent facilities and the surrounding areas

Regulatory Compliance

Ahsanul Muznebin

Country Manager, Ditrolic Energy Bangladesh

Mr. Ahsanul has over 13 years of experience in Sales, Operation & Maintenance, Project Management, Erection, Commissioning, Testing, Sourcing, Procurement, Stakeholder Management, Logistics, Distribution, Vendor Management, Tender doc preparation, Risk Management & Sustainable Business Development & evaluation arena along with 2 years of research experience in renewable energy sector.

Mr. Ahsanul is a result-oriented Project Management professional, driven by the desire to excel in business by utilising new concepts, along with expertise in sustainable business development & channel development. Established record of accomplishment of consistently increasing revenues, the market shares that impacting profitability &
assured operational excellence with innovative thoughts & techniques.

Demonstrated confirmed expertise in surpassing goals, attaining corporate objectives and exceeding customer expectations in highly competitive industries & sound in Vendor Management, forecasting, planning, logistics, admin, communication, commercial & customer Service work.

Mr. Ahsanul holds a Bachelor Science in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Khulna University of Engineering & Technology, Bangladesh.

Emmanuel R. Yu

Executive Director, Ditrolic Solar Philippines Inc.

Mr. Emmanuel is responsible for the project development, investment, construction, operation, and maintenance for potential target customers in Philippines’s region of the group.

He started his career as Professor in Dept of Electronics and Communication of University of East, Philippines. He was a chairman of solar system company, and he was also a President of a household appliances wholesaler.

Anthony Sun

General Manager, Ditrolic Energy (Shanghai) Co. Ltd

Mr. Anthony is responsible for the project development, investment, construction, operation and maintenance for potential target customers in China region of the group.

He has 14 years of experience in photovoltaic industry, including five years of overseas working experience. He has rich knowledge and practical experience in the upstream and downstream supply chain and project investment, contract performance, delivery, operation and maintenance of new energy industry.

Loke Kar Hoe

Head of Project Delivery & Operation

Mr. Loke is the Head of Project Delivery & Operation (PDO) of Ditrolic Energy.

A seasoned Project Manager with an illustrious career spanning 16 years, showcasing extensive expertise in a diverse range of construction and development projects. His multifaceted experience includes overseeing projects in various sectors such as township, high-rise, hotel & resort, mixed development, factory development, outlets expansion and interior design & renovation. Mr Loke has collaborated with multinational companies across several continents, including Africa, UAE, Europe, China, Singapore, and Malaysia.

One of Mr. Loke’s key strengths lies in his in-depth knowledge of Project Delivery and Contract Management, ensuring the successful execution and delivery of projects within stipulated timelines and budgets. His hands-on experience in managing complex projects across different geographies has honed his skills in navigating diverse regulatory environments and cultural landscapes.

Mr. Loke holds a Master’s Degrees in Project Management and Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management from Sheffield Hallam University, United Kingdom.

Angie Leong

Head of Commercial & Industrial Projects

Ts. Angie Leong is the Head of Commercial & Industrial Projects at Ditrolic Energy, bringing over 17 years of extensive experience in electrical engineering. Her career includes 12 years in project management and 5 years specialising in solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. Accredited as a Professional Technologist by the Malaysian Board of Technologists (MBOT) and a Chartered Engineer (CEng) by the Engineering Council (UK) through the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), Ms. Angie exemplifies a commitment to professional excellence and industry standards.

In her role, Ms. Angie specialises in managing end-to-end project execution for solar PV installations, with a strong emphasis on timely delivery, cost efficiency, and maintaining the highest standards of quality assurance. Her leadership has been pivotal in the successful commissioning of numerous grid-connected solar PV systems for the commercial and industrial sectors across Malaysia.

Ms. Angie’s approach is deeply rooted in safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, ensuring that every project delivers client-centric solutions that consistently exceed expectations. Her professional credentials and proven track record position her as a passionate advocate for advancing sustainable energy development in Malaysia and beyond.

Noor Azzizan

Head of Engineering and Utility Projects

With over 12 years of experience in the renewable energy sector, Azzizan has built a robust expertise in the development, engineering, and execution of solar energy projects. His portfolio spans a diverse range of projects, from mid-scale commercial and industrial (C&I) solar installations to large-scale utility projects, including a landmark 136 MWp development. This extensive experience has equipped him with a deep understanding of the technical, operational, and regulatory complexities within the renewable energy landscape.

In addition to his engineering and project management capabilities, Azzizan plays a pivotal role in supporting business development teams. He provides critical technical insights, evaluates project feasibility, and contributes to strategic planning, ensuring seamless alignment between technical solutions and business objectives. His ability to bridge the gap between engineering and business strategy has been instrumental in delivering successful and impactful outcomes.

Over the years, Azzizan has cultivated strong skills in stakeholder management, resource optimisation, and innovative problem-solving, working on projects of varying scales and complexities. He is passionate about driving the adoption of sustainable energy solutions, leveraging his expertise to contribute to global clean energy goals.

Dedicated to innovation and continuous improvement, Azzizan remains committed to advancing the renewable energy sector. His collaborative approach, coupled with a focus on delivering excellence, ensures that every project not only meets but exceeds expectations, leaving a lasting impact on the path to a greener future.

Kishok Gupta

Head of Environmental, Health, Safety & Sustainability

Mr. Kishok is an experienced and dedicated Head of Environment Health Safety & Sustainability with a passion for creating positive environmental and social impacts. With 9 years of expertise in the field, he has successfully developed and implemented
comprehensive environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs for various organisations.

He holds a major in OHS Management System and started his career in the year 2014 as an OHS Practitioner and an on-going experience in renewable energy sector, notwithstanding 3 years of working experience in both high-rise projects and oil & gas construction. He has a proven track record of ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards while driving continuous improvement in sustainability practices. He possesses a deep understanding of environmental management systems, risk assessment methodologies, and sustainable development principles.

Mr. Kishok is a highly organised and detail-oriented professional, capable of managing complex projects and leading cross-functional teams. With excellent communication skills, he effectively communicates the importance of EHS and sustainability initiatives to all levels of the organization, driving awareness and engagement.

Wong Choon Fuan

Acting Regional Lead, Utilities Scale Segment

Mr. Wong is the Acting Regional Lead in Utility Scale Segment at Ditrolic Energy, brings extensive expertise in the renewable energy sector, specifically in utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) projects. With over five years of experience in renewable energy field, Wong has been instrumental in managing and executing numerous large-scale solar PV installations. Based in Johor, Malaysia, Wong’s impressive portfolio includes overseeing commercial and industrial rooftop grid-connected systems, with capacities accumulative of more than 20 MWp. His role encompasses project tender submissions, mechanical design, site monitoring, and ensuring timely project progress, highlighting his comprehensive understanding of the renewable energy landscape.

Mr. Wong holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering from University Malaysia Pahang.

Chan Wan Yin

Chief Financial Officer

Ms. Chan Wan Yin is a seasoned finance professional with over 25 years of global experience spanning corporate finance, investment management, and strategic development across Asia and the United States of America.

As the Chief Financial Officer of Ditrolic Energy, Ms. Chan oversees the Group’s finance-related matters across five markets: Malaysia, Singapore, Bangladesh, China, and the Philippines.

Previously, Ms. Chan held leadership roles at Yinson Green Technologies, Touch’n Go, Navis Capital Partners, and Maybank, where she was instrumental in formulating corporate strategies, establishing private equity funds, and driving operational improvements. Her early career at Goldman Sachs, Ernst & Young, and Arthur Andersen laid a strong foundation in financial reporting, internal controls, and audit for top-tier asset managers and institutions.

Ms. Chan is a Fellow CPA (Australia), a registered Singapore Chartered Accountant, and a member of the US AICPA. She is recognised as a strategic and empathetic leader, known for building high-performing multicultural teams, forging strong stakeholder relationships, and being a collaborative strategist who drives operational excellence and impactful change. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business (Accounting) from Monash University, Australia.

Jacky Lee

Executive Director (Special Projects)

Mr. Jacky Lee holds multiple pivotal roles within Ditrolic Energy, exemplifying his versatile expertise and leadership in the renewable energy sector. As the CEO of Construction at Ditrolic Solar, he oversees major projects and ensures the highest standards in solar PV installations. Additionally, he serves as the Executive Director of Ditrolic Solar (Sabah) Sdn Bhd, where he spearheaded Ditrolic Energy’s strategic expansion into East Malaysia.

In his role as the Managing Director of Ditrolic OMS Sdn Bhd, Jacky is responsible for the comprehensive asset management of the company’s diverse portfolio, ensuring optimal performance and longevity of solar assets.

Jacky’s extensive professional experience in engineering makes him an invaluable asset to the company. His all-encompassing skills span every stage of project development, from initial design and installation to the ongoing maintenance of large-scale solar PV projects, solidifying Ditrolic Energy’s position as a leader in the industry.solution, Michelle is driving the next phase of company growth through designing net zero energy roadmap for our corporate clients.

Michelle Ong

Executive Director (Commercial Operations)

Ms. Michelle Ong is one of the key drivers behind Ditrolic Energy’s business and company growth. She improved and expanded the company’s sales programme from a field sales force orientation to a broader market approach, improving returns and profit for the group.

With 15 years of hands-on experience in large-scale solar PV projects across Asia, she is a strong proponent for strategic and comprehensive renewable energy and sustainable business initiatives. These include introducing low carbon and low-cost power solutions to Malaysia and bringing innovative clean energy products and services to the region.

As proof of her competency and expertise, she has led around 400 Solar PV deployment projects, developed close to 400MW of Solar PV projects and pioneering net zero solutions for our clients. Leveraging on Ditrolic Energy’s EnerLoop solution, Michelle is driving the next phase of company growth through designing net zero energy roadmap for our corporate clients.

Tham Chee Aun

Group Chief Executive Officer

Mr. Tham Chee Aun is the founder and CEO of Ditrolic Energy Group, a regional clean energy company, with over 14 years of experience in the field of solar and renewable energy in Malaysia and beyond.

As one of the early starters of the industry, he has broad experience in business development, project execution, corporate and project structuring as well as wide exposure in renewable energy finance and contracts. In his capacity as the Group CEO, he provides strategic direction to the company and manages operations in the key strategic area of the group businesses.

To date, Mr Tham Chee Aun has successfully developed and owned more than 350MW of projects in various countries such as Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines, Indonesia and Bangladesh. He also sits on the board of a Chinese and European Fortune 500 Independent Power Producer subsidiary.

Tham Chee Aun holds a Bachelor’s Degree of Engineering in Electrical & Computer System.

Phoon Hee Yau

Chief Operating Officer

Mr. Phoon Hee Yau is a seasoned senior executive with over 24 years of experience across the clean energy, infrastructure, industrial, manufacturing, and utilities sectors. A Fulbright Scholar and MIT ASEAN Scholarship recipient, he recently completed a full-time Executive MBA at MIT. His strong foundation in the energy industry, developed through roles at Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) and KNM Renewable Energy, equips him to guide teams and drive business growth.

Mr. Phoon also holds a Professional Certificate in Grid-Connected Solar Photovoltaic (PV) technologies from the Renewables Academy (RENAC) in Berlin, sponsored by the German Ministry for the Environment. His career is defined by successful corporate ventures and business development initiatives, consistently delivering significant value. Known for his adaptability and collaborative leadership style, Mr. Phoon excels at building and coaching high-performing teams. He is committed to advancing clean and sustainable solutions, making a meaningful impact on the industries he leads.

Sam Ong

Independent Advisory Board Member

Before joining Ditrolic Energy as an Advisory Board Member, Mr. Sam Ong held the position of Chief Financial Officer at Vena Energy—the largest independent power producer (IPP) in the Asia-Pacific region focused on renewable energy. His previous roles also include serving as CFO of SMRT Corporation and Deputy CEO of Hyflux Ltd.

With a career spanning over three decades Mr. Ong has held leadership roles across Asia and the USA, embracing global responsibilities. His extensive experience in managing financial and commercial teams within the energy and water infrastructure industries showcases his dedication to fostering innovation and sustainability through an entrepreneurial spirit.

Mr. Ong holds an MBA from Drake University, USA, and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Alberta, Canada.

Valerie Speth

Non-independent Non-Executive Director

Dr. Valerie Speth is the Co-Lead APAC for the Climate Infrastructure Group which invests and manages investments and portfolio companies of the Global Renewable Power Fund 3 (4.8 Billion USD) and the Climate Finance Partnership (673 Mio. USD). As a qualified mechanical engineer, she brings more than 15 years’ of experience in the renewable power sector in Europe and APAC. Prior to joining BlackRock, she was the CEO of a global wind and solar developer for APAC and hold senior leadership positions in strategy, M&A and portfolio management. Dr. Valerie was placed in the “Top 40 under 40” in 2019, 2020 and 2021 by the Capital business magazine in Germany.
Dr. Valerie holds an engineering diploma from University of Stuttgart, a Master of Engineering Management as a Fulbright Scholar from Duke University, a PhD in Business from St. Gallen University, a Personal Leadership Certificate from Stanford Graduate School of Business and an International Director Certificate from INSEAD.

Jacky Lee

Non-independent Executive Director

Michelle Ong

Non-independent Executive Director

Tham Chee Aun

Non-independent Executive Chairman

Mr. Tham Chee Aun is the founder and CEO of Ditrolic Energy Group, a regional clean energy company, with over 14 years of experience in the field of solar and renewable energy in Malaysia and beyond.

Tham Chee Aun holds a Bachelor’s Degree of Engineering in Electrical & Computer System.

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