gempita - DRB Hicom

Communiqué
é-News
December 2014 • Volume 3
GEMPITA
is Now in the Army’s Possession
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DRB-HICOM
Wildlife
Conservation
Programme
at Zoo Negara
US Online
Shopping
Made Easy
with EZiPoz
DRB-HICOM
Media Golf
Challenge
2014
A Proud
Moment
Indeed
Jeep Makes
a Return to
Malaysia
My Californian
Dream and
Adventures
in Vegas
page 5
page 11
page 29
page 41
page 43
page 55
E D I TO R ’ S
M E SSAG E
E D I TO R I A L
B OA R D
A dv i s o r
Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil
E D I TO R
Shaik Abbas Ibrahim
E D I TO R I A L T E A M
Fariz Zulfa
Nadia Izuddin
Nadirah Haridan
Nur Adlina Izuddin
Suhana Mohammed
Yang Latiffa Ahmad Kamily
Zarina Mohd Nordin
H
ello and welcome to our third as well as the year end
issue of Communiqué, which is packed with
interesting stories and news on all happenings in and around
the Group for your reading pleasure.
In this issue, we feature our second media event for the year –
DRB�HICOM’s Media Golf Challenge, which was held on
November 30, 2014 at Glenmarie Golf & Country Club. This
tournament is part of the Group’s effort to strengthen ties with
the media fraternity as well as to thank them for their
continued support.
We also feature PROTON’s launch of its cool and impressive
Proton IRIZ � an affordable, safe and stylish compact car on
the road.
G R A P H I C , M u lt i m e d I A
P h oto g r a p h Y
Hanif Syed Muntazar
Muzamir Nordin
C o n t r i b u to r s
Automotive, Distribution & Manufacturing Sector
Services & Education Sector
Property, Asset & Construction Sector
Divisions in DRB�HICOM
Kelab Sukan DRB�HICOM
Surau Al�Hidayah
DRB�HICOM through its voluntary programme
called “SAHABAT DRB�HICOM” had collaborated with
PUSPAKOM in cleaning up Zoo Negara as well as worked
hand�in�hand with Bank Muamalat to feed the homeless via
the Soup Kitchen programme.
Other stories include DRB�HICOM’s 24th Annual General
Meeting, musical theatre sponsorship of P. Ramlee the
Musical, launching of Jeep, launching of the “Expressions of
Merdeka” book and many more.
The peak event of the year was the visit by the Prime Minister
to officiate the DEFTECH Complex in Pekan, Pahang where
some of the military vehicles are assembled, as well as the
official hand�over of the AV8 to the Chief of Army.
Once again, I would like to wish you season’s greetings and
a wonderful New Year ahead. Goodbye 2014 and Hello
2015.
Have an enjoyable read.
SHAIK ABBAS IBRAHIM. Editor of
Communiqué
Cover
Story
GEMPITA
is Now in the Army’s Possession
3
KLAS Inter�Divisional
Bowling Tournament
11
US Online Shopping
Made Easy with EZiPoz
13
DRB�HICOM Supports Kelab
Rekreasi dan Kebajikan
Media Pahang’s Expedition
to Mount Fansipan and Ha
Long Bay
24th Annual General
Meeting
17
Sesi Lawatan Ahli Lembaga
Pengarah dan Pihak Pengurusan
DRB�HICOM Berhad ke Ibu
Pejabat KLB dan Central Haulage,
Pelabuhan Klang
18
DRB�HICOM Rewards UPM’s
Best Student
14
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34
35
36
37
The Pos Hayat Protection
Plan Refreshed with New
Dengue Cover
Qurban @ Janda Baik
TalentCorp Visits PROTON
Careers Week at Holiday
Inn Kuala Lumpur
Glenmarie
DRB�HICOM Presents
“P.Ramlee The Musical”
39
The Most Active Private
Company in Recycling
Programmes and Activities
Transformasi: Imej
Terbaharu “Prime Mover”
KLB
Majlis Tilawah Al�Quran
Anjuran Surau Al�Hidayah
DRB�HICOM Wildlife
Conservation
Programme
at Zoo Negara
DRB�HICOM
Celebrates the Festival
of Lights with Orphans
CONTENT
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W H AT ’ S N E WS
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21
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23
KSDH Bowling Tournament 2014
25
26
PUSPAKOM Sambut Hari Habitat Sedunia
Sukan Tertutup Antara Agensi 2014
RM50 RM40. Enjoy 20% Discount for Voluntary Vehicle
Inspection Now
29
DRB�HICOM Media Golf Challenge 2014
31
ACCA & MICPA Award Presentation
32
Expressions of Merdeka Malaysia
BSN Putrajaya Night Run
41
45
46
47
49
Proton IRIZ Launch
Proton IRIZ Melangkaui Jangkaan
Stylish, Practical and Efficient – It’s the New Suzuki S�CROSS!
CTRM Capacity Enhanced � The Arrival of Autoclave 10
and 11
MotoGP di Litar Sepang Antarabangsa 2014
ISUZU NPR71UPLT Crew Cab Road Test by Tenaga
Nasional Berhad
My Californian Dream
and Adventures in Vegas
E VO L U T I O N
A Proud Moment Indeed
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53
55
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Kempen Kesihatan dan Kesedaran Kanser
Sembang Teh Tarik MODENAS Bersama Para Pelajar UiTM
Shah Alam
Pengertian dan Sejarah
Awal Muharram
7
Sahabat DRB�HICOM Lends a Helping Hand to KL’s “Street Friends”
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5
57
43
Jeep Makes a Return
to Malaysia
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ON DUTY
C OV E R S TO RY
GEMPITA
is Now in the Army’s Possession
I
t was a historical moment for DEFTECH
when the Prime Minister of Malaysia,
YAB Dato’ Sri Mohd Najib Tun Haji Abdul
Razak witnessed the handing over of the
first 12 units of the 8X8 Infantry Fighting
Vehicle 25mm (IFV25) named “Gempita”
by DEFTECH’s Chairman, YBhg Tan Sri
Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil to the
Chief of the Malaysian Army, YM Gen Tan
Sri Raja Affandi Raja Mohamed at
DEFTECH’s manufacturing plant in Pekan.
IFV25 is the first of 12 variants to be
designed, manufactured and developed by
DEFTECH. The remaining 34 units of IFV25
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will be delivered in 2015. These vehicles
are part of the 257 units of the armoured
vehicles that are designed, developed,
manufactured, and commissioned by
DEFTECH under the current contract
awarded in 2011.
Earlier on, the Prime Minister had also
officiated DEFTECH’s new building by
signing a plaque before the delegates
proceeded for a closed door briefing.
After briefing, the Prime Minister was
escorted for a plant tour, to view the entire
assembly line of the armoured vehicles.
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This is
Kathy!
DRB-HICOM Wildlife Conservation
Programme at Zoo Negara
3
8
volunteers
from
DRB-HICOM
and
PUSPAKOM had an unforgettable experience
during the DRB-HICOM Environmental Awareness
Programme at Zoo Negara in October 2014.
The day-long programme saw our Sahabat
DRB-HICOM volunteers who braved the hot
weather and rain whilst assisting zookeepers
provide daily care for the animals including
exhibit cleaning, food preparation and animal
behavioural activities.
The volunteers were also given the opportunity to
get close to some of the animals and learn as much
as they can about wildlife conservation.
To further show our support for wildlife
conservation, DRB-HICOM adopted a lovable
Bornean Orangutan named Kathy, who was more
than happy to pose for a few shots for us that day.
PUSPAKOM on the other hand adopted a
Red-legged Pademelon, continuing their wildlife
conservation efforts with Zoo Negara which
began last year.
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•
DRB-HICOM Wildlife Conser vation Programme at Zoo Negara
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DRB-HICOM Celebrates
the Festival of Lights with
Orphans
3
4 children from Rumah Kebajikan Anbu Illam
and Rumah Kebajikan Karunai Illam had a
fun night out during the DRB-HICOM Deepavali
Celebration held recently. Our management and
Sahabat DRB-HICOM volunteers also had a
memorable night as they celebrated the “Festival
of Lights” with delicious food, laughter and
dances.
The children were treated to a delicious Deepavali
spread and candy buffet prepared specially for
them and they were all smiles when YBhg Tan Sri
Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil, Group
Managing Director of DRB-HICOM presented them
with Deepavali money packets and goodies.
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In the spirit of Deepavali,
DRB-HICOM also handed out
contributions to both homes
as well as Pusat Jagaan Anbe
Sivam based in Taman Sri
Andalas, Klang.
There were special performances by
the children from both homes, but
the highlight of the night came when
the ‘Bhangra Boys’ represented by
the Sahabat DRB-HICOM volunteers
alongside some of the DRB-HICOM
Management showed their dancing
skills.
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T
he 24th DRB�HICOM Annual General
Meeting (AGM) took place at the Holiday Inn
Kuala Lumpur Glenmarie recently. Members of the
Board shared the company’s performance over
the last fiscal year as well as future plans with the
shareholders, especially in relation to the
acquisition of PROTON Holdings Berhad.
Shareholders were reassured that the firm will
generate future growth with its new impressive
lineup in the coming years. Shareholders
expressed their gratitude towards the organisation
and shared their views on the company’s direction.
The AGM was a success as all Directors retained
their positions on the Board.
24
th
Annual
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General
Meeting
KLAS
Inter-Divisional
Bowling
Tournament
I
t was a fun-filled Saturday morning on September 20, 2014 as KL Airport Services Sdn Bhd’s (KLAS)
management and staff participated in the Inter-Divisional Bowling tournament at the Airport Sports Complex
in Nilai.
The event was officiated by Mr. S. Manimaran, Head of Operations of KLAS at 8.30am, as he thanked KLAS
Sports & Recreation Club and all participants for making this tournament a success. A total of 60 staff
participated in the tournament, proudly representing their respective division, i.e. Ground Handling, Cargo
Handling, Aircraft Maintenance and Engineering, Inflight Catering, Facilities and Equipment Maintenance,
Integrated Logistics Services and Support Divisions.
The tournament had successfully closed ranks between the management and staff, as everyone cast away any
barriers or prejudgments they may have had of each other, and in the true spirit of teamwork, displayed support
and encouragement to their team members.
Integrated Logistics Services Division was the winner of the tournament, while first runner up was Inflight
Catering Division and second runner up went to the Cargo Handling Division. The event ended at 2pm, with a
sumptuous lunch for all participants and officials.
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US Online
Shopping
Made Easy
with EZiPoz
O
n November 13, Pos Malaysia Berhad launched its latest extension of online service portfolio known as
EZiPoz. A collaboration initiative with SingPost, EZiPoz is based on the concept of e-commerce
consolidator that provides cross border retail shopping experience to customers.
EZiPoz offers Malaysian online shoppers the enjoyment and convenience of shopping for products directly from
the USA by providing a free US mailing address, dynamic shipping solutions and storage facilities with
affordable connectivity services to Malaysia.
With EZiPoz, shoppers can now say goodbye to the frustrations of limitations on most US-based e-retailers that
offer free delivery or deliver only within the US. Once the merchandize arrives at the EZiPoz warehouse in the
US, the customer will be notified and prompted to make payment for shipment to a final delivery address in
Malaysia. Options provided for payment are via MasterCard or VISA with a wide range of added options for
customers to choose, from freight charges, holding fee (free up to 20 days), insurance and repacking fee.
You can check out the commercial video at POStube by clicking here.
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DRB-HICOM Supports
Kelab Rekreasi dan
Kebajikan Media
Pahang’s Expedition
to Mount Fansipan and
Ha Long Bay
T
hirty media representatives from Pahang
recently conquered Mount Fansipan, Vietnam’s
highest mountain and dived into the deepest pit of
the Ha Long Bay in Vietnam last November.
Representing the Media in Pahang were participants
from Pertubuhan Berita Nasional Malaysia
(BERNAMA), TV3, Berita Harian, New Straits Times
and Utusan Malaysia.
The expedition was organised by Kelab Rekreasi
dan Kebajikan Media Pahang with the support of
the Prime Minister’s Department and Pahang State
Government. DRB�HICOM contributed RM5,000 as
one of the sponsors for this expedition.
Present at the flag presentation ceremony recently
was Kebawah Duli Yang Teramat Mulia Tengku
Mahkota Pahang, Tengku Abdullah Sultan Ahmad
Shah and Kebawah Duli Yang Teramat Mulia Tengku
Puan Pahang, Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah
Iskandariah.
DRB-HICOM Rewards
UPM’s Best Student
D
RB�HICOM sponsored RM5,000 for the best
overall student award in the Engineering
Faculty, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM),which will
be used over five consecutive years.
At the recent UPM’s Majlis Kecemerlangan Graduan
2013/14, Mr Terence Soo, represented DRB�HICOM
to present the award to Encik Muhammad Hasif
Hazim Elias, who was the Best Overall Student in
UPM’s Engineering Faculty for the year 2013/14.
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The Pos Hayat
Protection Plan
Refreshed with
New Dengue Cover
P
os Malaysia Berhad (Pos Malaysia) and Gibraltar BSN Life Berhad (Gibraltar BSN) recently joint forces
to expand the coverage on its already successful and popular Pos Hayat Protection Plan. This initiative
serves to cater the community’s need to protect themselves against the dangerous dengue fever. Dengue-related
death cases in Malaysia have risen by 222% this year.
The refreshed Pos Hayat Protection Plan is now enhanced with additional benefits of dengue-specific cover
against hospital treatments, permanent disabilities and fatalities caused by dengue fever and will be made
available at all Pos Malaysia’s outlets nationwide. This new milestone marks a positive step towards
safeguarding the health of our communities and is designed to be extremely affordable to all customers as it is
priced at only RM0.13 per day or RM4.00 per month.
The re-launch of the enhanced Pos Hayat Plan was held on November 11, 2014 at the Prince Court Medical
Centre, Kuala Lumpur and was officiated by Pos Malaysia’s Group Chief Executive Officer, YBhg Dato’
Iskandar Mizal Mahmood and Mr Vincent Kwo, Chief Executive Officer of Gibraltar BSN.
Dato’ Iskandar Mizal Mahmood was quoted as saying that through this mutual collaboration, the organisation
aims to further solidify Pos Malaysia’s position as a “People’s First” product provider enhancing the lives of
customers of all walks of life as well as becoming the country’s “one-stop-centre” in all major cities and rural
areas.
Adding to that, Mr Vincent Kwo, CEO of Gibraltar BSN said “We look forward to collaborating with Pos
Malaysia to promote the Pos Hayat Protection Plan by raising public awareness of the dangers of dengue fever
through education programmes and dengue prevention activities in the local communities around the country.”
Contact us for more details on Pos Hayat Plan
NO.
NAME
TELEPHONE
REGION
EMAIL ADDRESS
1
Insurance Unit
03-22672267 Ext: 6533
HQ
[email protected]
2
Zuhaimi Othman
019-656 9842
Central
[email protected]
3
Azrul Shaffizam Jafri
013-7641055
East Coast
[email protected]
4
Mohd Muzamir Makhtar
012-558 7211
Northern
[email protected]
5
Joura Lian
016-810 1057
Sabah
[email protected]
6
Maliki Affandi
019-8173327
Sarawak
[email protected]
7
Che Wan Farid
012 - 797 3567
Sothern
[email protected]
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Sesi Lawatan Ahli Lembaga Pengarah
dan Pihak Pengurusan DRB-HICOM Berhad
ke Ibu Pejabat KLB dan Central Haulage, Pelabuhan Klang
P
engerusi Kumpulan DRB�HICOM, YBhg Dato'
Syed Mohamad bin Syed Murtaza telah
membuat lawatan pertamanya ke Ibu Pejabat
Konsortium Logistik Berhad (KLB) di Jalan Bukit
Kemuning dan ke Central Haulage, Pelabuahan
Klang pada November 12, 2014. Dalam lawatan
tersebut, beliau turut diiringi oleh Ahli Lembaga
Pengarah YBhg Datuk Haji Abdul Rahman bin
Mohd Ramli, YBhg Tan Sri Marzuki bin Mohd
Noor, En. Ong Ie Cheong, YBhg Dato' Ibrahim bin
Taib, serta pihak pengurusan DRB�HICOM Berhad,
YBhg Dato' Mohamed Hazlan bin Mohamed
Hussain, Pengarah Kumpulan, Perkhidmatan dan
Pendidikan, YBhg Dato' Carol Chan Choy Lin,
Pengarah Kumpulan, Hal Ehwal Korporat, En.
Khalid bin Abu Bakar, Ketua, Keselamatan
Kumpulan dan En. Shaik Abbas bin Shaik Ibrahim,
Ketua, Komunikasi Kumpulan.
Sesi lawatan tersebut telah dimulakan dengan
Sesi lawatan tersebut telah dimulakan dengan
pengenalan barisan pengurusan KLB dan
penerangan/taklimat berhubung aktiviti KLB
sepanjang 2014 dan Pelan Transformasi 3 Tahun
KLB yang dibentangkan oleh Dato' Mohd Shukrie
bin Mohd Salleh, Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif, KLB.
Selain itu, para tetamu telah dibawa untuk melihat
lokasi sekitar ibu pejabat KLB dan kawasan
gudang K3 dan K12. Di Central Haulage,
Pelabuhan Klang, para tetamu telah diberi
peluang untuk menaiki “Prime Mover” bagi
meninjau sekitar kawasan di Central Haulage.
Para tetamu juga berkesempatan melawat pejabat
operasi Haulage dan Port and Customs Clearance
(PCC).
Sesi lawatan ini bertujuan untuk para tetamu
mengenali barisan pengurusan KLB, meneroka
peluang perniagaan dan perkhidmatan KLB serta
melihat kapasiti kakitangan KLB. Sesi ini telah
berakhir pada jam 1:30 tengahari.
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DRB-HICOM Presents
“P. Ramlee The Musical”
I
t was a night to remember for everyone as we revisited the past and relived the life of one of the most iconic
figures in Malaysian history, Allahyarham Tan Sri P. Ramlee. A night dazzled with stars and showcasing
the entertaining life story of one of the most famous men in Malaysia, had the crowd amused and captivated
about his past, his relationships throughout his life, as well as how he made a name for himself and cemented
his name as one of the most prolific entertainers to have had the honour of entertaining fans of all ages.
The cast was indeed a gifted bunch and it was shown through the great chemistry they shared on stage, in
addition to the applause that filled the entire Istana Budaya. The main role of P. Ramlee was played by Tony
Eusoff, with Lisa Surihani as P. Ramlee’s first wife Junaidah, Puan Sri Datin Sri Tiara Jacquelina as the second
wife Norizan and Nadia Aqilah Bajuri as P. Ramlee’s third wife, Saloma.
The production, which was played throughout October from the 3rd until the 13th, was the third occasion P.
Ramlee life story shown in a musical theatre, in the heart of KL. DRB-HICOM was the Presenting Sponsor for
the musical, and members of the management and staff were given the opportunity to witness the spectacular
performances on the first day. The show lasted for almost 3 hours with thrilling excitement. Without a doubt
the musical was one of the best shows ever to have been presented.
Overall, the show was a huge success for the organisers, sponsors, and the audience. The play took a different
approach this time around as compared to the previous versions of the same historical display as the story was
grounded on P. Ramlee’s life from the eyes of the women he had loved and married throughout his life but most
importantly, the show featured the perspective of P. Ramlee himself.
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KSDH Bowling
Tournament 2014
B
owling enthusiasts from DRB-HICOM and its Group
of Companies turned up at U-Bowl, One Utama on
Saturday November 22 for a tournament organised by
Kelab Sukan DRB-HICOM (KSDH).
A total of 25 teams took part in the tournament. Each
team consisted of 4 members including at least 1 female
bowler. The tournament kicked off at 10am and ended at
2pm.
This exciting tournament was organised to establish
closer relationships between the DRB-HICOM Group of
Companies. It provided an opportunity for us not only to
compare bowling skills, catch up on the latest gossips
and making new acquaintances but also renewing old
ties.
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Tournament Results:
Team Category:1. Team Merpati KL,
Pos Malaysia
2. CTRM
3. Bank Muamalat
Individual Category:Women
Men
1. Nurul Ain
1. Nur Rumary
2. Nuradibah
2. Nur Hisham
3. Azimah
3. Zaidi
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Sahabat DRB-HICOM Lends
a Helping Hand to KL’s “Street Friends”
I
n November, 15 employees from DRB-HICOM
collaborated with 1Charity Soup Kitchen to
distribute food to over 200 of Kuala Lumpur’s
street friends recently.
The volunteers were all smiles as they prepared
hot and delicious ‘soto ayam’ and drinks for the
homeless and distributed packed food after the
activity.
The 1Charity Soup Kitchen programme is
different as not only packed foods were handed
out but also home cooked meals whilst setting up
an entertainment system where movies were
played for them to enjoy.
The 1Charity Soup Kitchen programme is held
every Thursday and Friday from 9.30pm to
12.00 midnight at Bank Muamalat, Jalan
Melaka, Kuala Lumpur.
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at:
Kempen Kesihatan dan Kesedaran
Kanser
B
ersempena dengan bulan kesihatan yang jatuh pada bulan Oktober lepas, PUSPAKOM telah menganjurkan
kempen kesihatan yang bertujuan untuk memupuk kesedaran berkenaan dengan kepentingan kesihatan di
kalangan warga PUSPAKOM.
Dengan bertemakan Kesedaran Terhadap Kanser, pelbagai program telah diadakan untuk warga kerja di ibu pejabat,
cawangan Kuching dan Kota Kinabalu. Antaranya adalah pemeriksaan kanser dan kesihatan, ceramah kesihatan
serta program kecerdasan badan seperti “bootcamp” dan “dance fitness”. Seramai 350 orang telah mendapat
manfaat daripada program tersebut.
Biarpun ramai orang sedia maklum berhubung dengan kanser payudara, namun masih lagi ramai yang tidak
mengambil langkah pencegahan bagi mengatasi masalah tersebut. Justeru, wujudnya kempen kesedaran ini adalah
bertujuan agar semua pihak berwaspada dengan gejala awal penyakit, agar rawatan dapat dilakukan dengan
segera. Pada masa yang sama, dengan penganjuran kempen sebegini dapat mengalakkan orang ramai untuk turut
serta di dalam program kesedaran kesihatan.
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D
alam usaha untuk menjalinkan hubungan yang erat di antara agensi serta mengamalkan
budaya hidup yang sihat, acara Sukan Tertutup Antara Agensi (Inter Agency Games)
anjuran PUSPAKOM telah diadakan untuk tahun keduanya pada November 8, 2014.
Bertempat di Sport Arena Sentosa, acara sukan ini telah berlangsung dengan meriah dan
dihadiri para penyokong dari semua agensi untuk memberi galakan dan sokongan kepada
semua pasukan yang bertanding.
Sebanyak tiga sukan telah dipertandingkan iaitu badminton, futsal, serta bola jaring. Bagi
tahun ini, pihak PUSPAKOM telah menerima penyertaan yang lebih ramai berbanding tahun
sebelumnya iaitu seramai 381 orang daripada 10 agensi. Antara agensi yang terlibat adalah
Kementerian Pengangkutan Malaysia (MOT), Kementerian Perdagangan Dalam Negeri
Koperasi Dan Kepenggunaan (KPDNKK), Suruhanjaya Pengangkutan Awam Darat (SPAD),
Kastam Diraja Malaysia (KASTAM), Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ), Jabatan Keselamatan
Jalan Raya (JKJR), Jabatan Alam Sekitar (JAS), SIRIM, Malaysian Institute Of Road Safety
Research (MIROS) dan PUSPAKOM Sdn Bhd.
Sukan Tertutup
Antara Agensi
2014
Acara yang berlangsung dari jam 8.00 pagi hingga
3.00 petang telah dirasmikan oleh Ketua Pegawai
Kewangan PUSPAKOM, Encik Alan Taslim dengan
membuat aksi “kick off” sebagai tanda perasmian acara
tersebut.
Kastam Diraja Malaysia telah dinobatkan sebagai juara
keseluruhan dengan membawa pulang wang tunai
sebanyak RM1,000, diikuti kontingen daripada KPDNKK
di tempat kedua serta SPAD di tempat ketiga. Selain itu,
PUSPAKOM telah menjadi naib johan dalam acara futsal
lelaki.
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PUSPAKOM Sambut Hari
Habitat Sedunia
B
agi meningkatkan kesedaran terhadap kepentingan pembangunan penempatan manusia yang selesa
dan kondusif, Ahli Pertubuhan Bangsa-Bangsa Bersatu (PBB) telah mengiktiraf sambutan Hari Habitat
Sedunia sebagai salah satu sambutan peringkat global dan disambut setiap tahun pada setiap hari Isnin
pertama bulan Oktober. Susulan daripada sambutan tersebut, pada 6 Oktober 2014, warga kerja
PUSPAKOM Perak dengan kerjasama Jabatan Perhutanan Negeri Perak telah menganjurkan “Mangrove Tree
Planting” bertempat di Hutan Paya Laut Matang, Kuala Sepetang. Warga kerja merasa amat bertuah kerana
dapat merasai sendiri pengalaman untuk menanam pokok bakau jenis “Bakau Minyak” atau nama saintifiknya
Rhizophora Apiculata. Objektif utama aktiviti ini dilaksanakan ialah bagi mengimbangi semula gas
pencemaran yang dibebaskan oleh kenderaan dengan membuat penanaman semula tumbuhan bagi
membekalkan oksigen dan seterusnya memberi kehidupan yang lebih sempurna.
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RM50 RM40. Enjoy 20% Discount for
Voluntary Vehicle Inspection Now
C
alling all private vehicle owners to get your vehicle inspected through Voluntary Vehicle Inspection.
Voluntary Vehicle Inspection helps you to know the condition of your vehicle and be able to better
understand what are the maintenance requirements in ensuring your vehicle is always roadworthy and safe to
be used on the roads.
More importantly, at PUSPAKOM, we understand that compromising the safety of your vehicle also means
compromising on the safety of your loved ones and other road users. Therefore, it is vital to get your vehicle
inspected to ensure it is roadworthy at all times.
Vehicle inspection complements normal periodic vehicle maintenance. PUSPAKOM’s vehicle inspection adopts
advanced technology, internationally-recognised methods and caliberated equipment that will help you identify
defects in your vehicles.
Wait no more, it is advisable that you take your vehicle for inspection pre or post periodic maintenance or
anytime you want to ensure that your vehicle is safe to be used on the road.
To make it easier to understand, the inspection results will indicate each check point that PUSPAKOM will
conduct. If the result of a particular check point is satisfactory, you should continue to go for periodic
maintenance at the recommended frequency because inspection only detects vehicle condition that is present
at the time of inspection. If the result of a particular check point is not satisfactory, please consult our branch
managers or contact your reliable and authorised service centre for necessary repairs.
Voluntary Vehicle Inspection can be done in any one of PUSPAKOM’s 55 inspection centres nationwide. Just
dial our toll free line 1-800-88-6927 to find out more.
Among the items we check include:
• Visible light transmittance rate of windscreens and Windows
• Speedometer
• Brakes
• Smoke emission
• Side-slip
• Suspension
• Light
• Registration plate number
• Tyres
• Above and under-carriage check
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DRB-HICOM Media
Golf Challenge 2014
I
t was no major championship, but the
Management of DRB-HICOM and
members of the media had the unique
opportunity to put their golfing skills to a
test as they competed in the DRB-HICOM
Media Golf Challenge 2014.
The Golf Challenge took place at the
beautiful fairways of Glenmarie Golf &
Country Club on 30 November 2014,
attracted more than 70 players from
various media organisations, including
Media Prima, BERNAMA, Redberry, Utusan
Melaysia, RTM, Karangkraf and The Star.
Imran Mohamad Nor from Utusan Malaysia
emerged as the overall champion with the
best score of 39 strokes and took home the
Champion Trophy and RM1,000 cash.
Meanwhile, Sarip Omar from Utusan
Malaysia was the champion in the Medal A
category after shooting 38 strokes, while
his colleague, Mohd Ridzuan Iman won the
Medal B category with 38 strokes and
Muzamir Shah from Media Prima won the
Medal C category with 35 strokes.
The prizes and lucky draws were given
away by YBhg Datuk Mohamed Razeek Md
Hussain, Chief Operating Office, Property
and Services of DRB-HICOM.
This event was a success as it allowed the
Management of DRB-HICOM to engage
and enhance the rapport with the editors in
a relaxed and casual environment.
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29 | W H AT ’ S N E W S • DRB-HICOM Media Golf Challenge 2014
“The objective of golf is not just to win.
It is to play like a gentleman, and win.”
-Phil Mickelson
ACCA & MICPA
Award Presentation
F
inance Professional Development Plan (FPDP)
was initiated to promote professional career
development for employees of DRB�HICOM Group
resulting from the rapid business expansion and
acquisition, as well as organizational restructuring
in the last couple of years. The underlying
philosophy of this programme is to develop, retain
and reward the employees.
The main objective of FPDP is to nurture and develop
valuable talents in DRB�HICOM Group through an
internal comprehensive programme, a joint effort
with professional accounting bodies, emphasizing
on developing competent workforce whilst at the
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31 | W H AT ’ S N E W S • ACCA & MICPA Award Presentation
same time provide flexibility to employees to achieve
professional qualifications while serving the Group.
In October 2014, DRB�HICOM was conferred with
the “Approved Training Organization” (ATO) status
by the Association of Chartered Certified
Accountants (ACCA), a global body for professional
accountants with an excellent track record in
Malaysia and the Malaysian Institute Of Certified
Public Accountants (MICPA), a professional body
formed to develop the accounting profession in
Malaysia by providing accounting graduates with
the avenue to become a Certified Public Accountant.
Expressions
of Merdeka
Malaysia
C
elebrating the country’s independence has
always been a joyous occasion.
In conjunction with this year’s Merdeka and Malaysia
Day celebration, a pictorial coffee table book was
compiled and written by history enthusiast and
former Media Prima Chairman, YBhg Datuk Abdul
Mutalib Razak.
The book, “Expressions of Merdeka Malaysia” was
launched on September 8, 2014 at Holiday Inn
Kuala Lumpur, Glenmarie by Deputy Prime Minister
Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. Also present were Puan Sri
Noorainee Abdul Rahman and Dewan Negara
President, Tan Sri Abu Zahar Ujang.
The book is a collection of images and photographs
taken
during
Malaysia's
celebration
of
independence, 57 years ago and a compilation of
the joyous moment on two most significant dates in
the country’s history — 31 August 1957 (Merdeka
Day) and 16 September 1963 (Malaysia Day).
The hardcover version of the book will be available
at the Islamic Arts Museum, Kinokuniya Book Store
and MPH bookstores nationwide. The book is priced
at RM100.
BSN
Putrajaya
Night Run
1
0,000 runners took part in the BSN Putrajaya
Night Run on Saturday, October 11, with Bank
Simpanan Nasional (BSN) as the main title sponsor.
The event was held in Putrajaya with the support from
Perbadanan Putrajaya as the venue partner.
Going by the slogan “Nulli Secundus” in Latin that
means second to none, the event was organised into
categories for Men and Women; Marathon, Half
Marathon, 10KM, Corporate Team and also 5KM
Fun Run.
Runners were greeted with cool street band
ensembled at every pit stop. Finishers took home
medals and cash prizes were given to the top 20
runners.
In an effort to promote a healthy and active lifestyle,
DRB-HICOM supported the event by sending 10
runners under the Corporate Team category. All
runners managed to finish the run and took home
finisher medals.
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H
ari Raya Aidiladha, also known
as Hari Raya Qurban or Hari
Raya Haji marks the culmination of
the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca which is
performed by millions of Muslims
annually. In Malaysia, Muslims in the
country celebrate the festival with
prayers and the sacrifice of cattle.
Qurban @ Janda Baik
This year, DRB-HICOM Group in
collaboration
with
Surau
Al-Hidayah performed Qurban
by sacrificing 14 cattles. The
memorable
affair
was
celebrated at Janda Baik and
attended by 400 staff and their
families.
After the swift slaughtering
process,
the
meat
was
distributed among the staff and
to
the
local
community,
especially to the needy.
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Quran 3:97, “Hajj
thereto is a duty
mankind owes to
Allah, those who
can afford the
journey; but if any
deny the faith,
Allah stands not in
need of any of His
creatures.”
TalentCorp Visits PROTON
O
n November 27, 2014, a total of 25
staff
from
TalentCorp
visited
PROTON facilities. The purpose of the visit
is to expose TalentCorp with the
automotive industry, the challenges faced
and the talent requirements amongst
others. TalentCorp had also shared their
various initiatives to help build potential
collaboration with DRB�HICOM.
They were given corporate briefing, video
presentation and Q&A session at the
Auditorium. After the briefing session, the
visitors moved into the main plant, an
original plant that produced the first Saga
back in 1985 to see the current production
of the latest SAGA FLX. They covered the
Body assembly process and Trim & Final
Process. The participants had a first�hand
experience of the technology, end
application, operations and maintenance
as well as on the ground issues.
Visitors were served with light refreshments
in PROTON’s Executive dining area.
Before the session ended, the TalentCorp
staff members had the chance to take a
group photo in front of the Lobby area and
purchased some merchandise at the
merchandise section.
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Careers Week
at Holiday Inn
Kuala Lumpur
Glenmarie
H
oliday Inn Kuala Lumpur Glenmarie organised
a week long activity from 13th – 17th October
2014 in conjunction with the ‘Career Week’
programme for employees.
The main aim of this programme is to encourage
employees’ participation and engagement through
activities such as ‘Cooking Demo’ by Chef Zam,
Cocktail Training and Sushi making class.
Chef Zam, from Silverspoon International College
offered cooking demonstration of his signature
recipes and shared his knowledge on cooking.
At Fu-Rin Japanese restaurant, participants were
given the opportunity to try their hands on sushi
making conducted by Chef Mike.
Participants also had the chance to learn cocktail
and mocktail preparation at The Mix. Food and
drinks prepared during the demonstrations were
served to all participants as part of food tasting.
It was a great experience for all employees.
Everyone enjoyed the activities and gained valuable
knowledge on cooking skills as well as preparation
of food and drinks.
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Transformasi: Imej Terbaharu “Prime Mover” KLB
S
elaras dengan Pelan Transformasi 3 Tahun KLB, pihak syarikat telahpun mengambil langkah untuk melaksanakan
penjenamaan semula bagi memantapkan lagi imej syarikat dengan memperkenalkan imej terbaharu “Prime
Mover” KLB.
Sehubungan itu, pada Oktober 23, 2014 yang lalu, secara rasminya “Prime Mover” KLB yang terbaharu telah tiba di
Central Haulage, Pelabuhan Klang dan siap sedia untuk digunakan. Imej terbaru “Prime Mover” ini sejajar dengan
matlamat KLB untuk menjadi syarikat logistik terunggul di Malaysia.
Di masa hadapan, pihak KLB sedang berusaha untuk menambah bilangan “Prime Mover” dan dengan penambahan
unit-unit baharu, ia dapat membantu KLB dalam mencapai hasil jualan yang disasarkan bagi tahun kewangan
2014-2015.
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Majlis Tilawah Al-Quran
Anjuran Surau Al-Hidayah
P
ihak Surau Al�Hidayah Wisma DRB�HICOM telah menganjurkan Majlis Tilawah Al�Quran peringkat
DRB�HICOM pada November 10, 2014 bertempat di Lobi Wisma DRB�HICOM.
Enam peserta lelaki dan empat peserta wanita telah mengambil bahagian dalam pertandingan tilawah
tersebut. Pengarah Urusan Kumpulan DRB�HICOM, YBhg Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil turut hadir
merasmikan majlis tersebut.
Sekretariat Dakwah Korporat JAKIM yang dianggotai oleh 9 buah GLC, termasuk DRB�HICOM, telah
menjemput semua GLC untuk menyertai Majlis Tilawah Al�Quran (MTQ) peringkat GLC untuk kali pertama.
MTQ ini akan dilangsungkan bersempena Karnival Islam Telekom Malaysia.
Pemenang Lelaki:
Johan Qari
Abdul Rahim Shaari (KLB)
Pemenang Wanita:
Johan Qariah
Noor Aishah Mohd Yusof (GIT�DRB�HICOM)
Naib Johan Qari
Mohd Husni Mohamed Abdul Halim (HDSB)
Naib Johan Qariah
Fathilah Mearaj (PAC�DRB�HICOM)
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The Most Active Private Company
in Recycling Programmes and Activities
A
lam Flora Sdn Bhd (Alam Flora)
added another feather to its cap
when it received recognition from the
Ministry of Urban Wellbeing, Housing and
Local Government (KPKT), for being the
most active private company in recycling
programmes, for the year.
The recognition was officially presented to
Alam Flora by the Secretary General of
KPKT, Dato’ Seri Arpah binti Abdul Razak
at the recent National Recycling Day
celebrations held in Serdang, Selangor.
Commenting
on
the
prestigious
recognition received, Tuan Haji Mohd
Zain Hassan, Chief Executive Officer of
Alam Flora, said, “Nearly two million
kilogrammes of recycled materials were
collected in Putrajaya, Kuala Lumpur and
Pahang from January 2014 to October
2014 and 90% of them was from
Putrajaya.”
“As part of our continuous efforts in
helping to achieve the government’s target
of 20% recycling rate by the year 2020,
Alam Flora has introduced three
programmes, namely the implementation
of community recycling activities in
residential areas; waste wise programme
designed to increase the rate of recovery
in the private and government offices, as
well as commercial and programmes in
schools that aims to foster a culture of
recycling at the schools level.”
"Waste wise programme recorded the
highest
collection
of
985,066
kilogrammes, followed by Program Pusat
Kitar Semula Tetap (PKST) totalling
557,417
kilogrammes,
with
the
collections done at apartments, which
generated 80,718 kilogrammes,” said
Mohd Zain.
The most widely cited types of recycled
materials, are papers of which generated
for 86% of the total recyclable items
collected, followed by plastic, metal, used
cooking oil and aluminium.
Mohd Zain added, “The recycling
campaign should be continued as an
ongoing programme to help raise
awareness and instil a culture of recycling
in our daily lives. However, law
enforcement should be stepped up in-line
with the campaign to ensure the recycling
programme remains effective.
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A Proud Moment
Indeed
I
t was a proud day for the CTRM team, in
particular the Airbus A350 team recently when
the AIRBUS A350XWB (Extra Wide Body) made
their maiden stop in KLIA, as part of its 5 nations
world promotion tour. Malaysia was the last
destination stop in Asia after Japan, Korea, Vietnam
and Thailand. CTRM personnel was invited and
given the priviledge to personally see, touch and feel
the aircraft inside out when it landed at Bunga Raya,
KLIA.
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Airbus A350, the latest in the AIRBUS series, has 3
variants and the 900 series is currently being
produced, which it claims to have 25% reduction in
fuel burning. The A350XWB can comfortably seat
369 passengers at any one time.
There are a total of 6 current work packages secured
by CTRM on the production of the Aircraft composite
components, contracts for which shall last until 2021.
These work packages were awarded by various 1st
tier manufacturers around the world :1
2
3
4
5
6
•
•
•
•
•
•
Airbus A350XWB J-Nose
Airbus A350XWB Root End Fixed Fairing (REFF)
Airbus A350XWB Section 15
Airbus A350XWB Inboard Flap (IBF) and
Outboard Flap (OBF)
Airbus A350XWB Droop Nose
Airbus A350XWB Aft Cascade Ring (ACR)
In addition to the above current programme, CTRM
has also clinched future work programmes, involving
the production of the aircraft’s Fan Cowl. The work
programme which is expected to kick start in
September 2015 comprises of 1948 quantity of
shipsets for contract that will continue until 2029.
To mark this historical and joyous moment, 30
personnel from the CTRM Airbus A350 team have
been selected to celebrate and witness their
achievement in what was perceived to be one of the
most technologically advanced aircraft to-date.
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A
fter a decade long silence, the Jeep has
finally returned to Malaysian shores. Under
the exclusive flagship of DRB�HICOM, Edaran
Otomobil Nasional (EON) was appointed as the
selected company by Chrysler to distribute Jeep
nationwide. Jeep had recently launched four new
exciting models at their showroom in Glenmarie,
Shah Alam, with a full�fledged 3S centre within the
same showroom. For those young at heart and
those who are just in for the Jeep experience, the
four jeep models; Jeep Compass, Jeep Wrangler,
Jeep Cherokee and Jeep Grand Cherokee offer
variety and thrill that Malaysians are looking for.
The launch was attended by YBhg Tan Sri Marzuki
Mohd Noor, Chairman of EON, YBhg Dato'
Radzaif Mohamed, Chief Operating Officer,
Automotive Distribution and Manufacturing of
DRB�HICOM and YBhg Dato' Hisham Othman,
Head of Retail Operation, Automotive Distribution
& Manufacturing of DRB�HICOM, as well as other
members
of
the
DRB�HICOM’s
Senior
Management.
The Grand Cherokee Overland has a 3.6�litre
Pentastar V6 engine and an eight�speed automatic
transmission, and is priced at RM468,889. While
on the other hand, the Wrangler is available in
Rubicon, Unlimited Sahara and Unlimited Sport
variants which are priced at RM338,889;
RM328,889 and RM288,889 respectively.
Jeep Makes a
Return to Malaysia
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PROTON
IRIZ
Launch
N
ational automotive manufacturer PROTON Holdings Berhad (PROTON) recently unveiled its
highly-anticipated stylish and technologically advanced compact car.
Proton IRIZ is built on a totally new platform developed by Malaysians for the Malaysian and global markets.
This compact car symbolises PROTON’s commitment to customers by offering high standards of quality, safe
and fun to drive, and built with comfort and convenience for the consumers.
“Proton IRIZ is PROTON's most well-equipped product to date. All variants have active safety features as
standard features - with electronic stability control (ESC), anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic brake-force
distribution (EBD), traction control, brake assist, hill hold assist to prevent the car from rolling backwards when
stopping at uphill terrain, and a seat belt reminder (SBR) system. All these features make the model unique for
our market as you usually find all of them in the higher-end cars of the premium or international brands that are
priced more than RM100,000,” Dato' Harith said.
"PROTON has focused on improving every
aspect of the car, especially on safety and
convenience. Proton IRIZ comes with the
highest safety standards PROTON can
offer, topped with a 5-Star ASEAN NCAP
safety rating and we shall not rest on our
laurels because this car is our benchmark
for PROTON's future cars. We shall
continue to improve and develop better
performance cars that meet global safety
regulations," Dato' Harith said.
Seven colour choices are available: Fire
Red, Atlantic Blue, Genetic Silver, Solid
White, Tranquility Black, Citrus Green and
Silver Moon Dust. On-the-road price for
Proton IRIZ starts at RM42,438.
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Proton IRIZ
Melangkaui Jangkaan
B
ermula jam 10 pagi, kesemua wakil media yang
berlatarbelakangkan pelbagai kepakaran dan
pengalaman ini diberikan 17 unit Proton IRIZ yang terdiri
daripada tiga varian, iaitu 1.6L Premium (Auto), 1.6L
Executive (Auto) dan 1.3L Executive (Manual) untuk
dipandu dari PROTON Centre of Excellence (COE),
Subang ke Pulau Pinang pada 15 hingga 16 Oktober
lalu.
Cabaran sulungnya adalah membuat pemanduan
“eco-driving”, bertujuan bagi menguji sendiri tahap
kecekapan penggunaan bahan api Proton IRIZ dalam
laluan lebuh raya dan jalan utama.
Sesi ujian ini membabitkan jarak 185 kilometer
perjalanan dan ia dipilih bagi mempamerkan
kemampuan IRIZ di dalam beberapa kategori, antaranya
kecekapan penggunaan minyak, keselesaan, kuasa enjin
(terutama ketika melalui jalan mendaki), kesenyapan
kabin, kemampuan kelajuan tertinggi dan kemantapan
kendalian melalui maklum balas stereng.
Pada hari kedua, semua wakil media ini didedahkan pula
dengan sesi latihan khas untuk menguji keberkesanan ciri
bantuan elektronik Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) IRIZ,
iaitu set ciri keselamatan elektronik yang biasanya
ditawarkan pada kenderaan yang lebih premium.
Lebih menarik, dua sesi latihan berkenaan yang
menggunakan varian 1.6L Premium dan 1.3L Manual
memberikan media suatu pengalaman yang jarang
dialami mereka, iaitu melibatkan situasi menukar laluan
secara mengejut dalam kelajuan sekitar 65kmj serta
cabaran laluan slalom, iaitu memandu kereta dengan
mengelak turutan letakan kon dengan laju dan
kemudiannya membuat brek kecemasan.
Semua cabaran itu disediakan dalam sesi latihan khas di
perkarangan Stadium Batu Kawan, di dalam persekitaran
yang terkawal, untuk menunjukkan keberkesanan sistem
VDC yang terangkum di dalamnya ciri kawalan
kestabilan (ESC), kawalan cengkaman (TCS), ABS + EBD,
Brake Assist dan Hill-Hold Assist.
Bagi sesi penggunaan dan kecekapan bahan api, iaitu
cabaran “eco-driving” yang dianjurkan ketika sesi pandu
uji ini, secara puratanya kereta IRIZ merekodkan sekitar
7.2L/100km dengan menggunakan varian 1.6L CVT,
manakala ia mencatatkan kadar yang lebih rendah
dengan transmisi manual 1.3L, iaitu pada tahap
6.5L/100km dengan kelajuan purata 90km/jam.
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Stylish, Practical and Efficient
– It’s the New Suzuki S-CROSS!
S
uzuki Malaysia Automobile Sdn Bhd today welcomed the new Suzuki S-CROSS. The Suzuki S-CROSS
enters the Malaysian automotive market boasting a unique balance of technology, safety, space and
versatility unlike any other offering in its segment.
The S-CROSS’s physical structure, for one, is a result of intense aerodynamics-focused computer-aided
engineering while the chassis itself is made of high-rigidity and lightweight materials. These characteristics help
to heighten the S-CROSS’s performance, stability and fuel economy.
Powering the Suzuki S-CROSS is a lightweight, low-friction 1.6-litre petrol engine which produces a healthy
86kW (117hp) at 6,000rpm and 156Nm at 4,400rpm. It is mated to a Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) which propels the front wheels of the 2WD S-CROSS. These efficient technologies combine to make the
Suzuki S-CROSS one of the most economical cars of its class, returning an official fuel consumption rating of
just 17.2km/L under the UNECE R101 New European Driving Cycle (NEDC Cycle).
The fuel-saving properties of Suzuki S-CROSS are not achieved by compromising on sheer performance. It is
still a highly capable machine in a straight line, doing 0-100kph in a respectable 11.0 seconds. Even more
impressive is its mid-range performance. The S-CROSS dispatches 40-80kph in 5.3 seconds and 80-120kph in
just 9.2 seconds, better than any other crossover in the same segment. This is due to Suzuki’s expertise in
lightweight engineering – the S-CROSS tips the scale with a kerb weight of less than 1,185kg.
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Its design-forward exterior is
refined with functional features
such as integrated roof-rails,
aerodynamic
wing
mirrors,
striking 17-inch alloy wheels,
rain-sensing wipers and bright,
automatic HID headlamps with
daytime-running LEDs and fog
lamps.
Inside, the theme continues with
a
multi-information
display,
cruise control with speed limiter,
paddle shifters for greater
transmission control, dual-zone
air-conditioning,
7.0-inch
navigation
system
with
integrated rear-view camera,
keyless push-start system and
adjustable rear seatback as well
as double-sliding panoramic
sunroof.
The Suzuki S-CROSS also consists of :
• 7 airbags
• Electronic Stability Program (ESP), ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution
(EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Hill-hold Control Available in four distinctive colours:• Crystal Lime Metallic
• Amethyst Gray Pearl Metallic
• Cool White Pearl
• Boost Blue Pearl Metallic
Priced (without insurance) from RM129,888 for Peninsular Malaysia
(RM133,888 for Sabah and RM134,888 for Sarawak)
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CTRM Capacity Enhanced
- The Arrival of Autoclave 10 and 11
T
wo more autoclaves finally made their way to
their
permanent
home
in
Composites
Technology Research Malaysia Sdn Bhd (CTRM)
facility in Batu Berendam Melaka on 2 December
2014. With the arrival of these vital machineries,
CTRM is now housing 11 units of autoclaves, the
highest number of autoclaves in a single facility in
Asia.
These gigantic machines (brand OLMAR) which
originate from Spain, safely arrived in Tg. Keling
Port from Port Klang a day before. From there, the
vessels were uploaded on low loaders and
transported to Batu Berendam. The entire operation
took about 9 hours to complete and covered an
estimated distance of 25km. These mega logistic
arrangements also involved the local Police and CTR
ERT, Safety and Admin personnel. Despite the
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massive traffic jams which was due to roads closure,
the festive atmosphere can be felt along the way
when local residents came out to witness the slow
pace movements of the gigantic vessels.
The procurement of these machines is in line with
CTRM’s expansion plan to further strengthen its
existing capabilities and to support customers
requirements for current and future aero-structure
projects. The autoclave 10 and 11 with outer length
measurement of 50’ and 60’ respectively will be
parked in the newest CTRM Building 5.
Autoclaves are pressure vessels used to process
parts and materials which require exposure to
elevated pressure and temperature. The manufacture
of high-performance components from advanced
composites often requires autoclave processing.
The autoclave applies both heat and pressure to the
workload placed inside of it.
Parts processed in an autoclave are often
vacuum-bagged to enable the pressure to operate
isostatically on the work pieces. In simplest form, the
workload is fully contained inside a loosely fitting
bag made of resilient plastic capable of
withstanding the temperatures involved. When
vacuum is drawn, the bag is compressed by
atmospheric pressure and compact the components
inside. Between the parts and the bag, an absorbent
material provides a channel for the evacuation of the
air and wicks up the excess resin squeezed out
during curing.
CTRM expects more autoclaves to arrive in 2015.
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Sembang Teh Tarik MODENAS
Bersama Para Pelajar UiTM Shah Alam
E
daran MODENAS Sdn Bhd (EMOS),
pengedar motosikal MODENAS telah
menganjurkan aktiviti bulanannya yang
dikenali sebagai Sembang Teh Tarik
bersama para pelajar UiTM Shah Alam
pada 16 Oktober 2014 bertempat di
Fakulti Seni Lukis dan Seni Reka, UiTM
Shah Alam.
Program ini bertujuan untuk mengeratkan
lagi hubungan silaturrahim di antara pihak
MODENAS, selaku pengeluar kenderaan
dengan pengguna, iaitu para pelajar
UiTM.
Pihak EMOS yang diwakili oleh Pengurus
Pemasaran Encik Mohd Ismayusnur bin
Md. Isa, telah memberikan keterangan
dan berkongsi pengalaman tentang ciri-ciri
keselamatan motosikal buatan MODENAS
termasuk
aktiviti-aktiviti
yang
telah
dirancangkan.
Selain itu, pihak MODENAS turut
menjemput wakil dari Hyrax Oil, Encik
Mohd Nizar Farhan bin Zakariah,
Eksekutif Pemasaran, untuk berkongsi
serba sedikit mengenai penggunaan
minyak enjin dan cara-cara penjagaan
enjin. Hyrax Oil adalah salah sebuah
syarikat pengeluar minyak enjin tempatan
yang
sering
berkolaborasi
dengan
MODENAS.
Seramai 30 orang pelajar UiTM terlibat
dalam aktiviti sembang santai ini dan
masing-masing telah mengambil peluang
untuk bertanyakan soalan dan berkongsi
pendapat dengan pihak MODENAS dan
Hyrax Oil.
Pihak UiTM juga telah
menubuhkan
kumpulan
pengguna
motosikal MODENAS di kampus induknya.
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MotoGP
di Litar Sepang
Antarabangsa
2014
P
ada bulan Oktober lalu telah
berlangsung perlumbaan berprestij
dari 24 Oktober 2014 hingga 26
Oktober 2014. Kejuaraan MotoGP yang
berlangsung
di
Litar
Sepang
Antarabangsa ini merupakan kegilaan
segelintir masyarakat seluruh dunia, dan
telah menarik anggaran lebih 100,000
pengunjung sepanjang 3 hari tersebut
Pengeluar motosikal tempatan, Motosikal
dan Enjin Nasional (MODENAS), sekali
lagi mengambil kesempatan ini untuk
mendekatkan diri dengan para pengguna
motosikal MODENAS.
Pada tahun ini, MODENAS telah
berganding bahu bersama-sama Hyrax
Oil dan kesemua motosikal MODENAS
yang ditaja untuk kegunaan di dalam Litar
Sepang
Antarabangsa
telah
menggunakan minyak enjin Hyrax ini.
Gerai pameran MODENAS di tempatkan
berdekatan dengan pintu utama Litar
Sepang Antarabangsa. Pihak Hyrax Oil
juga turut mempamerkan beberapa jenis
minyak enjin keluaran mereka. Beberapa
aktiviti telah dijalankan sepanjang 3 hari
tersebut termasuklah Motor GT118 yang
telah diubah suai oleh ”Racing Boy”
bersama-sama motosikal MODENAS yang
lain. Gerai pameran MODENAS juga
menyediakan Playstation 4 dan “wheelie
machine”
untuk
para
pengunjung
menunjukkan bakat mereka.
Para pengunjung yang mencuba permainan yang disediakan
telah diberikan hadiah dan juga sagu hati daripada
MODENAS dan juga Hyrax Oil.
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ISUZU NPR71UPLT Crew Cab
Road Test by Tenaga Nasional Berhad
A
utomotive Corporation (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd
(ACM) recently conducted a road test for one
of their biggest client – Tenaga Nasional Berhad
(TNB). The test was to prove how well the trucks
(model NPR71UPLT) purchased by TNB can perform
under harsh circumstances. This is to ensure TNB’s
investment is good value for money.
A total of 41 participants; 30 from TNB, 8 from
ISUZU Malaysia Sdn Bhd (IMSB) and 3 from ACM
were present to witness the capability of the trucks.
Everyone was eager to see how the trucks would
perform under extreme conditions.
The routes for the test drive was from Wisma TNB
Alor Setar Mergong – Kg Wang Tepuih – Pokok
Sena – Sungai Titi – Wisma TNB Alor Setar
(approximately 80km)
Some parts of the roads were unevenand muddy.
The trucks also had to go through tight corners, that
seemed impossible for the trucks to maneuver its way
through. It was a nervy start as we arrived at each
obstacle. With good weight management, thanks to
the design coupled with its high performance
engine, it managed to go through the course
effortlessly.
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Overall, TNB was very pleased with the
experiences, especially the truck’s performances.
They even planned to have another 100 units of the
same model in future. Special thanks to Tuan Haji
Seth bin Ibrahim, Manager, Public Sector and Fleet
Sales, ACM, Mr Tatsuyuki Hagiwara, Senior
General Manager, IMSB, Pn. Mimi Suraya, Senior
Manager, Category Sourcing (Overhead, Tools,
Vehicles), TNB, En. Abu Hussin Nekmat, President of
Kesatuan K3P TNB and those who have contributed
directly or indirectly in making this event a success.
Pengertian dan Sejarah
Awal Muharram
H
ari Maal Hijrah atau Awal Muharram adalah suatu hari yang penting bagi umat Islam kerana ia
menandakan dua peristiwa penting dalam sejarah Islam. Pertama, memperingati penghijrahan Nabi
Muhammad S.A.W dari Kota Makkah ke Madinah pada tahun 622 masihi, dan kedua, ia merupakan hari
keagamaan di mana umat Islam mengadakan solat sunat di masjid-masjid di seluruh negeri. Pada setiap Maal
Hijrah, kerajaan Malaysia mengisytiharkan cuti umum bagi menyambut titik permulaan tahun hijrah bagi umat
Islam.
Bulan Muharram adalah bulan pertama dalam tahun Islam (Hijrah).
Bermulanya kisah perpindahan Rasulullah S.A.W dan para sahabat r.a
dari Kota Makkah ke Madinah dan sebelumnya perpindahan sesetengah
sahabat dari Makkah ke Habsyah. Ianya merupakan pembinaan langkah
baru sebagai persiapan menghadapi cabaran yang bakal tiba secara
terus menerus. Hijrah bukanlah asing dalam Islam dan ia adalah
sebahagian daripada Islam. Hijrah kerana menuntut ilmu, mencari
kebenaran, berjihad, berdakwah, mencari nafkah, kerana perniagaan
dan bermacam-macam hijrah lagi adalah tuntutan dan asas ajaran Islam
itu sendiri. Hijrah Rasulullah S.A.W memberi kesan besar kepada Islam
sama ada dari sudut dakwah Rasulullah S.A.W, ukhuwah dan syiar Islam
itu sendiri.
Muharram membawa maksud ‘diharamkan’ atau ‘dilarang’, iaitu Allah
SWT melarang melakukan peperangan atau pertumpahan darah.
Namun demikian larangan ini ditamatkan setelah pembukaan Makkah
(Al Baqarah: 91)
“Orang yang
berhijrah ialah
orang yang
meninggalkan
kejahatan,
maka dia
menjauhinya.”
(Hadis riwayat
Ahmad)
Erti Ayat Al Baqarah 91:
Dan apabila dikatakan kepada mereka: “Berimanlah kamu kepada apa yang telah diturunkan oleh Allah
(kepada Nabi Muhammad)”, mereka menjawab: “Kami hanya beriman kepada apa yang telah diturunkan
kepada kami (Taurat)”. Dan mereka ingkarkan (Kitab) yang lain yang diturunkan kemudian daripadanya,
padahal Al-Quran itu benar lagi mengesahkan Kitab Taurat yang ada pada mereka. Katakanlah (wahai
Muhammad): “Jika demikian mengapa kamu membunuh Nabi-nabi Allah pada masa yang lalu kalaulah kamu
benar-benar orang-orang yang beriman?”.
Sejak pemansuhan itu, umat Islam boleh melaksanakan tugas dan ibadat harian tanpa terikat lagi dengan
larangan berkenaan.
Hijrah bermaksud berpindah dari satu tempat ke satu tempat atau berubah dari satu keadaan kepada satu
keadaan lain. Secara istilah pula, hijrah adalah meninggalkan sesuatu yang dilarang. Ini berdasarkan hadis
bahawa Rasulullah S.A.W bersabda:
“Orang yang berhijrah ialah orang yang meninggalkan kejahatan, maka dia menjauhinya.” (Hadis riwayat
Ahmad)
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My Californian Dream
and Adventures in Vegas
Visiting the city of my dreams
Arriving in LA
I
S
remember as a child, I’ve always wanted to visit Los
Angeles (LA), the place where dreams come true. It’s
the place where all the Hollywood celebrities are and of
oon after landing, we rented a Dodge Grand
Caravan, which surprisingly fit five adults, two kids
(with car seats in tow) and several huge luggages. Highly
course, the first ever Disneyland! When the opportunity
recommended! Then we were off to Anaheim, where our
came (aka finally saved up enough money), we were
Californian adventure began. First day in California was
ecstatic! And so began our 16 days journey to the city of
more of getting settled in for us, we visited Downtown
dreams…
Disneyland for dinner and rested for the next day’s
adventure.
Planning a trip with kids
T
ravelling with kids can be daunting. Especially since
it’s their first long�distance flight. At the time, my son
was four years old and my daughter was 20 months old.
Surprisingly, the flight to LA was a breeze. I guess they
were ecstatic to finally meet Mickey Mouse and the gang.
The flight back to Malaysia however, was a different story.
Disneyland Anaheim was everything we could ever
imagined, and more. The kids really enjoyed their time at
both the Disneyland Park and the Disney California
Adventure Park. They met all their favourite Disney
characters, saw the Disney Junior show which was really
entertaining and took some rides around the park. As it
was a busy weekend, we did have to queue up for more
than three hours, just so my kids could snap a shot with
Anna and Elsa of Frozen, but seeing their smiles made it
all worthwhile. After three days in Anaheim, we were off
to Vegas.
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Viva Las Vegas
Seeing Stars at Hollywood Boulevard
B
A
right neon lights greeted us soon as we drove by the
Vegas strip. It was exactly like in the movies –
fter several days in Vegas we travelled back to LA,
where we rented an apartment near Hollywood
buzzing with nightlife and entertainment. Highlight for us
Boulevard. My main goal was to snap a selfie with a
in Vegas was the Cirque du Soleil show, which is a
celebrity (Henry Cavill). Unfortunately, my stalking skills
mixture of dramatic circus acts and street entertainment.
weren’t up to par, and we didn’t get to snap a shot with
There were several Cirque du Soleil shows, but Mystere
any celebrity. But we did snap some photos of stars
was the most child friendly show recommended for kids,
(literally) at the Hollywood Walk of Fame, walked around
plus the show was right where we stayed – Treasure
the Chinese Theatre and took the Celebrity Tour around
Island hotel. Of course, walking around the strip is
Beverly Hills (I now know where Al Pacino and Bruno
exciting enough. Cabaret girls and street entertainers
Mars lives :P). We also visited the Citadel Premium Outlet
were all around. Our hotel was just next to The Mirage,
for more shopping.
and they have a fantastic Volcano show right outside their
hotel. Also, do try and catch the Bellagio Fountains show
After several days of adult activities in LA, we took the
(which is kind of like the show we have here at KLCC, but
kids to Universal Studios where they got the chance to
of course with a little bit more of the Vegas charm). Both
meet Transformers characters, and my son got to meet his
shows are free, so do watch out for the show times online.
idols � the Minions from Despicable Me. He was a happy
We also went shopping crazy at the Las Vegas Premium
camper! For me, the Universal Studios Tour was fun.
Outlets and discovered a halal Thai restaurant in Vegas.
Wished we had more time to take on the other studio tours
Fiding halal food in Vegas was a breeze. There were
like Sony Pictures and Warner Brothers. I heard the tours
several Middle Eastern restaurants as well. Do visit
are quite fun too.
www.zabihah.com for full listing of halal eateries in USA
and several other countries.
Final Stop - Venice Beach
T
he last few days were spent at a house near Venice
Beach. We visited the Santa Monica Pier and took a
stroll on Venice Beach Boardwalk which is definitely a
very unique place with street vendors selling mostly
homemade items and street performers entertaining
passing crowds by performing their unusual talents. There
were skate parks and of course the famous Muscle Beach.
Last few days were more of relaxing by the beach and
getting as much rest as possible before the trip back
home. And before we knew it, it was time to head home
and end our Californian adventure.
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QUOTES
Communiqué talks to five employees
to share their favourite quote and why.
D
o one thing every day that scares
you – Eleanor Roosevelt.
The former First Lady urges us to take
risks and venture out of our comfort
zones. A comfort zone is your territory,
a safe haven in which stress and risks
are minimal, but will it bring you
anywhere? I personally don't think so.
Azzah Hanim Suhairi
Group Human Capital
Something profound happened to me
during my second year of working
when I realized it’s too easy to stay in
the same routine year after year, doing
the same things, thinking the same
thoughts, and communicating with the
same people. There was simply nothing
new to learn. It was then I decided to
start living life to the fullest. I wanted to
feel alive! The first step was by making
M
y favourite quote is
“WHEN LIFE GIVES
YOU TONNES OF LEMONS –
CHILL AND MAKE LOTS OF
LEMONADE OUT OF IT”.
Nowadays, we always hear
people
facing
so
many
problems. Life is short and time
never waits for us. Hence, we
need to be positive and
optimistic in our life. Try not to
waste
our
precious
time
unproductively. When we face
problems in our life such as
work
problems,
family
problems
or
even
worst
financial problems, we need to
calm down and accept the
truth.
WE
ARE
HAVING
PROBLEMS. Shift our paradigm
from seeing it as a PROBLEM to
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my vision board on which I wrote
precise life goals alongside pictures
and positive sayings. I made them
much more than a fleeting, imaginary
dream; I made them physical.
Soon, my attitude becomes one of
acceptance and openness. Instead of
talking myself out of situations, I talk
myself into them. Any time I feel afraid
to take a risk, I evaluate the fear
whether it is based on reality or merely
my own fear of failing, looking silly or
being uncomfortable. The most unforgettable moment is when you achieve
your goal. So friends, let's take the
challenge. I achieved mine, and so will
you. Do one thing every day that scares
you!
an OPPORTUNITY. It is a REAL
opportunity for us to LEARN. It
is time for us to be wiser and
mature. We need to think out of
the box, be innovative and
creative. Be bold to commit
ourselves
to
solve
and
overcome it. In the end, we will
get the HIDDEN BENEFIT out of
it. We will become wiser,
mature and smarter than we
were before. The second time
we face the same problem, it
would not be a problem to us
anymore.
Remember, we need to squeeze
the lemon to get the lemonade.
The decision and outcome of
our life is in our hands.
Muhammad Hakim
Abdul Monir
Legal Affairs
O
ne of my favourite quotes
that I lived by is from
Michael Jordan, “If you accept the
expectations of others, especially
negative ones, then you will never
change the outcome”. We can not
deny the fact that being in a new
environment especially; the main
factor
that
inevitably
arises
is
expectation. I think we often fail to
realise our power to determine an
outcome
despite
overwhelmed
by
being
expectations,
when we fail to tune out to the
distortions
surrounding
us.
Expectations and perceptions go
hand in hand too. If you promise
too much and deliver only partially,
then you will be perceived as a
failure.
But
if
you
promise
something more reasonable, it is
easier to be seen as succeeding or
surpassing your promise. I believe
that when the mind is focused on
the goal, it is easier to manipulate
the outcome. We should not allow
naysayers
to
distract
us
from
achieving our desired outcome.
I
enjoy reading books especially
those from the motivational and
self-help categories as they are the
H
APPINESS IS LIKE A KISS.
YOU MUST SHARE IT TO
ENJOY IT.
main source of positivism. “Dare to
fail, dare to succeed”, “what does
I guess this statement is 100% true.
not kill you make you stronger”,
Don’t
“simplicity is genius” are some of
sharing the joy with others. I
the great quotes I came across from
believe that when you share the
reading
non-fictions.
happiness that you get with the
However, one of the most favourite
people around you, especially with
quotes that struck a chord in me is
your loved ones, it will be more
“Attitude determines your altitude”.
meaningful. Imagine if you keep
those
disconnect
yourself
from
the happiness only within yourself,
Be it at work or in life, it is
what will you get? Your happiness
imperative to keep our attitudes
will be less meaningful because
right in whatever we do. For
only you can appreciate it and your
instance, willing to walk the extra
happiness will be short-lived. You
mile, not afraid of taking up new
need to think and remember about
challenges, constantly maintain a
the people around you. Maybe
positive mind, and be passionate
your happiness could inspire others
about what you do. In order to
to achieve their dreams and goals.
excel, one must not be calculative
It can be a catalyst or a motivator
or selfish in knowledge sharing and
to
most importantly, never take things
happiness
for granted. Having said that, with
because most of the time, it is due
the right attitude, it will lead you to
to the assistance, support and
the road of success simply because
prayers of others, you are able to
you choose to walk that path. After
achieve happiness. Be happy and
all, what you sow is what you reap.
make the people around you happy
help
others.
is
Sharing
also
your
important
as well. Always remember that
whatever happiness or the extras
we have right now is given by The
Almighty God and God certainly
can take it away instantly. You get
what you give. Thank you.
NUR ATIQAH SULAIMAN
Transformation Management
Office
TIONG HOI GI
Risk Management
MOHD ASHRAF MOHD NOR
GMD’s Office
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