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The unceasing emergence of black swan events such as the COVID-19 pandemic, rising interest rates and inflation, and the Russo-Ukraine war in recent years have not only put companies’ resilience and adaptability to the test, but also led to a host of inspirations and new business opportunities. ...

The unceasing emergence of black swan events such as the COVID-19 pandemic, rising interest rates and inflation, and the Russo-Ukraine war in recent years have not only put companies’ resilience and adaptability to the test, but also led to a host of inspirations and new business opportunities. In the “Outlook” column of this issue’s CTCI Reliable E-Newsletter, CTCI Group Chairman Mr. John T. Yu shares how CTCI Group continues to innovate and grow based on the theme of “Seizing Opportunities to Reach Double Highs and Create New Success.” As evidenced by a series of accomplishments in 2022, including recording new highs in both annual operating revenue and backlog of contract, and being selected for inclusion in the Dow Jones Sustainability Emerging Markets Index, winning first place in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment under the construction and engineering category, CTCI Group has not only expanded its existing strengths in the refinery, petrochemicals, infrastructure, environmental, and energy markets on an ongoing basis, but also maintained its commitment to providing customers all over the world with faster, better, and more sustainable engineering services via various means, including fostering “green engineering” and developing the “high-tech business.”

The development of circular economy has paved a critical path to a sustainable future. In this issue, the “Discover Reliable” column details how CTCI Group built Asia’s first three-in-one “port, power, and cement factory” circular economy park for Taiwan Cement Corporation under the DAKA Renewable Resource Recycling Center Project, and unveils its experience in conducting a carbon footprint inventory and applying for footprint certification. On the other hand, the “Sustainable Future” column introduces how the CTCI team refines quality management and systematically improves management mechanisms with innovative strategies in an effort to enhance the resilience and flexibility of the organization. Meanwhile, the “Technology” column shares how CTCI created the first ever pipe cleaning robot for LNG receiving terminals through the development of innovative technology.

In the “CTCI Family” column, Eros from CTCI’s Construction Operation Department shares her experience of working in Arizona, the U.S. during an overseas assignment, including how she integrated into the local team, as well as intriguing encounters and memories while learning how to cook and playing various kinds of sports. At the same time, Eros also reveals several stress relief tips in this column. Stay tuned for more exciting content with photos!