Yayasan Sime Darby Contributes RM1 Million For Cyclone-Related Flood Relief In Northern Sumatra

Yayasan Sime Darby (YSD) has committed RM1 million in humanitarian aid to support communities affected by cyclone-related floods in Northern Sumatra, Indonesia. The contribution, made possible through the continued support of Sime Darby Berhad, SD Guthrie Berhad and Sime Darby Property Berhad, will be channelled through MERCY Malaysia to deliver targeted relief to affected communities.

The rare cyclone triggered severe floods and landslides across 51 districts and cities. As of December 2025, Indonesian officials reported 1,106 fatalities, 217 missing persons and more than 1.05 million displaced individuals.

From January to June 2026, YSD and MERCY Malaysia will provide post-disaster assistance including the construction of temporary shelters, installation of clean water support systems and community latrines in Aceh Tamiang. Hygiene kits and essential non-food item kits will also be distributed to affected families in Aceh Tamiang, Langkat and Padang Pariaman. The initiative includes the deployment of MERCY Malaysia’s rapid assessment teams to support on-ground delivery.

The contribution builds on YSD’s long-standing partnership with MERCY Malaysia, with a total commitment of RM12.2 million since 2014 supporting international and domestic humanitarian responses.