YBhg Dato` Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil

Odyssey
PP 16494/09/2010 (025475)
Vol. 01 Oct 2009 / Syawal 1430H - Muharram 1431H
DRB-HICOM
News & Activities
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Exclusive interview
YBhg Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil
Editor’s MESSAGE
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OCTOBER 09
With this issue, Odyssey is upgraded into a full-fledged magazine
instead of a newsletter. Besides covering the DRB-HICOM Group’s
activities, there are full-length articles within its 32 pages.
The design and layout are enhanced with brighter visuals as
part of our effort to continuously improve the look and feel of
Odyssey. With this new edition, Odyssey will have an increased
circulation to reach out to our employees, customers, government
departments and agencies, business associates and partners, and
the public at large.
Our cover story features the Pekan Automotive Complex which
recently marked its 25th anniversary. For the personality feature,
YBhg Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil, Group Managing
Director, reveals his vision and his mission to make DRB-HICOM
a leading player in the Malaysian business scene.
All work and no play makes you dull. So, we propose the Lake
Kenyir Resort in Terengganu for your next vacation. Keep well
and happy reading.
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Profile
Contents
3 YBhg Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd
Khamil Jamil: Straight from
the Heart
DRB-HICOM News
6 Egyptian & Korean Visitors
7 Royal Pahang Kart Prix 2009
8 Ramadhan.. Menghulur Kepada
Yang Memerlukan
9 Sharing the Joy of Ramadhan
Business News
10 Latest Honda Cars
11 Best Light Commercial Vehicle
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General News
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18 MODENAS Ungguli Podium
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19 Azzeroy Wira MODENAS
20 Separation at Source Pilot
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Happenings
21 PUSPAKOM Media Fishing
Challenge 2009
22 The DRB-HICOM Amazing
Hunt in Lake Kenyir
24 Konvoi Hari Kemerdekaan
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25 Interest-Free Medistar Health
Insurance / Financial Security
with Bijak Malaysia
26 H1N1 Red Alert / H1N1 Talk
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27 Hari Pengguna 2009 /
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28 Whistleblowing at
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Travel & Leisure
30 Back to Nature
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Straight from the Heart
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Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil, the Group Managing Director
of DRB-HICOM Berhad, speaks his mind.
W
hen Etika Strategi acquired 15.2% of DRB-HICOM’s shares
in July 2005, the new shareholder appointed its representative,
YBhg Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil, as a non-independent
non-executive director of DRB-HICOM. A month later, he joined DRBHICOM as the Deputy Chairman and was subsequently designated as
Deputy Group Managing Director.
Six months later, Dato’ Sri Khamil
was appointed the GMD on 1 March
2006.
“In whatever you do,
do it from the heart.”
Interviewed recently, he shared his
work ethics, corporate view and personal beliefs openly and candidly as well
as glimpses into some of his personal side, which many may not know. Dato’
Sri Khamil, 53, was brought up in Penang and had his secondary education
in Penang Free School. After Form 6 in 1974, he worked in a factory for two
years before enrolling in ITM to do law externally at the University of London
in 1976. He completed his LLB in 1980 and joined Bank Bumiputra (M)
Bhd (BBMB). In August 1982, he furthered his studies at Grays Inn, UK,
and completed his Barrister at Law with second class honours in 11 months.
He then resumed his career with BBMB and was posted to Hong Kong
for six years before going into private practice and business. He is happily
married to YBhg Datin Sri Azian Abdul Talib and they are blessed with three
wonderful daughters and a son. Here are the highlights and excerpts of the
thoughts and visions of a man driven by passion and commitment.
Q: Did your past experience prepare
you for the position as GMD?
My legal background helps me look at things
and rationalise them differently from all possible
angles of a business. It allows me to think one
step ahead, be risk adverse and cost savvy.
Apart from that, it was the entrepreneurial
background that assisted me most in the many
things I have had to cope with.
Q: What are the challenges and lessons
as the GMD?
Lesson number one was when I realised how
diversified the businesses of the Group was
with over 60 units of jointly controlled entities
and associates doing different business. The
first challenge was to group them and focus on
the Group’s core businesses and contain costs
because I always believe in “A ringgit saved is a
ringgit earned.” The management faced a lot of
problems, business sustainability and processes.
As an investment holding company with many
subsidiaries, jointly controlled entities and
associates, we have to get everyone to work
together as a team rather than in silos. They
should not look at their own bottom line alone
and be unfocused as a group. We had to stop
being 60 officers of 60 different businesses.
We had to come together as a team and
communicate better. There was little collegiality.
We didn’t appreciate our collective capabilities
as there was too much fragmentation. Revenues
were flat while some of our competitors were
growing. We were reacting to what the business
environment was telling us.
But what is past is the past. What’s important
is what lies ahead – new challenges, new
businesses, remaining relevant in the business
world with the changing landscape. To me
the only thing constant is change. People
come and go but the company stays. Hence,
we have to think and act as one. Systems,
processes and controls must be unified. Even
rules and regulations and code of ethics. It
applies to all without fear or favour.
I have learned that it’s very lonely at the
top. Now I know how market leaders and
our country leaders must feel. Many come
to me with only the good news. Nobody
wants to tell me the bad and ugly bits. Many
tend to shy away from me as I don’t like to
mix business with pleasure or relationship. I
make it a point and a policy that everything
goes by merit and not by who you know or
who you are or on past laurels.
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Q: How do you see your role as the
GMD?
I see it as leadership by example as I’m not just
a mere “manager”. I had a different approach
when I first took over the helm. I removed
almost all the empowerment much to the
chagrin of many. But after three years, it’s time
to upgrade those who have proved themselves
to more senior positions to help me run the
Group.
I’m taking a lesser role in operations and dayto-day activities and not micro-manage. I
want to concentrate fully on business strategies
and growth as well
as the development
of human capital,
competencies
and
communications.
KL or elsewhere, on the streets, in property
and construction sites, factories, showrooms,
inspection centres or even dumpsites and
warehouses.
Q: In conjunction with the Pekan
Automotive
Complex’s
25th
Anniversary, can you share a bit of
history on why Pekan was chosen as
the site for the integrated complex
and how are you expanding the
Pekan Complex viz-a-viz the Group’s
overall automotive business?
Firstly, I wish to take this opportunity to
congratulate
all
warga kerja DRBHICOM and in
particular, those in
Pekan who have
strived so hard
and tirelessly to ensure the continuity and
success of the DRB-HICOM Automotive
Complex in Pekan into what it is today.
“To be the best,
not the biggest.”
I want to develop human capital and make
DRB-HICOM the company of choice with
the best workforce. Career enhancement and
development are now one of my priorities.
Talent management and succession planning
are very important. People come and go but
the company stays. We must have adequate
qualified and experienced people who are
honest and hardworking, filled with passion
and dedication.
Q: What is your corporate vision?
In this business landscape, we must be practical.
I subscribe to one corporate vision. It’s to be
the best. To be number one in whatever we do.
This was conjured at a brainstorming session
after meeting all the DRB-HICOM staff over
two days at Genting Highlands in mid-2006.
Being the biggest does not necessarily mean
you are the best. Be the leader in the field you
are in, be it automotive, services, property or
infrastructure. I believe in excelling in what
we do. Our vision should accentuate what we
want. To be the best, not merely the biggest.
The workforce and warga DRB-HICOM
Pekan come from a mixture of diverse
backgrounds and culture. From what I was
told it was indeed not easy for our people
to suddenly “jump into the deep end of the
pool and learn to swim”.. to master the skills
to learn and implement modern technology
and technique and produce high quality
vehicles, be it passenger, commercial or
special purpose one. To them, I take off my
hat and would like to extend my appreciation
for their hard work, commitment, dedication
and loyalty to the company over the years.
Alhamdulillah, we have gone through 25
years of history into making DRB-HICOM
Automotive Complex in Pekan into what it
is today and Insya-Allah I look forward to
share further glories with all warga DRBHICOM especially those in Pekan for the
next 25 years to come.
Q: Are you personally involved in the
subsidiary companies as well?
I’m a hands-on guy. I roll up my sleeves to go
to the ground, even at night or at 2 am or on
weekends. To me, it’s 24/7. The companies
within the Group and its people are very close
to my heart and I am very passionate in the
things I do. This has been much to the anguish
of many of the CEOs and senior management
and they crossed the boundaries to come to
me direct. I used to and still do go mystery
shopping within the Group companies be it in
As we all know, Pekan was back then in the
70s a small town with the main economic
focus into agro based and home based
commercial activities as well as forestry and
fishing. Being a royal town, the late Tun
Razak deemed it wise to move on and change
the fortunes and the economic mindsets of
the people of Pekan. He initiated moves and
inculcated industrialisation efforts which
subsequently saw the setting up of the first
automotive plant in Pekan in the form of
Tatab Industries Sdn Bhd. This was mainly
to cater for the booming timber industry in
Pekan. Tatab was the acronym derived from the
initials of the TATA Group of India and YAM
Tengku Ariff Bendahara of Pahang. The factory
was then one of the very first vehicle assembly
plants in the country.
As the saying goes, “Everything else is history”.
The factory groomed and in time was taken over
by DRB and on 20 October 1984 HICOM
Automotive Manufacturers (Malaysia) Sdn
Bhd, then known as Automotive Manufacturers
(Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (AMM), started operations
with 200 staff. Today we have more than 2,000
warga DRB-HICOM in Pekan who are mostly
locals and who are proud to possess the skills
which meet international standards comparable
to other CKD operations worldwide. We have
local expertise that are involved not only
in the assembly of Isuzu DMAX, HICOM
Perkasa, Suzuki Swift, Daewoo and SsangYong
vehicles and the ever quality driven MercedesBenz, to name a few but also in the making
and assembling of high end and sophisticated
defence vehicles such as trucks, tank
transporters and armoured vehicles. I think we
are the only plant in the world where we have
the entire range of vehicles from passenger,
pick-up trucks, commercial, buses and defence
special vehicles centered within one location.
It will be an inspiration and a proud moment
for all warga DRB-HICOM and the population
of Pekan to be part of an international hub of
world standards for the region in the future.
Insya-Allah, that is the vision and with the hard
work and dedication as well as knowledge and
expertise gathered by the locals, I don’t see any
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thrive as a business leader and we need people
leadership abilities and attributes to succeed
in any environment. Most importantly, walk
the talk. Be vigilant and open your mind
to new ideas from your team and focus on
the Group’s objectives. Treat people fairly
regardless of their background and position,
and be willing to listen to people in the field
because success is more about behaviour than
technology and position alone.
reason why we cannot become one. If Pekan
can locally assemble all the marques and types
of vehicles I just mentioned, I don’t see any
reason why it cannot do the same for other
global manufacturers and players. I would like
to take this opportunity to thank all of you and
would like to urge you to continue the good
work and to continue expanding and enhancing
your knowledge and experience so that we can
be a force to be reckoned with in the future
and put Pekan on the world automotive map.
Insya-Allah I would like to be with the 3rd and
4th generations of DRB-HICOM in Pekan, to
witness and celebrate its golden anniversary
when we reach 50 years of excellence in the
field we know best. SYABAS.
Q: What is your message to the staff of
the DRB-HICOM family?
There is no shortcut to success and we must
work as a dedicated team. In whatever we do,
it should be done with humility, integrity,
respect, professionalism and diversity. We must
also have values.
Do not blow your trumpet. Practise humility
just like the saying says, Ikut rasmi padi, makin
berisi makin tunduk ke bumi and never rest on
your laurels. Respect must be earned and not
demanded. We must also be honest in whatever
we do and respect cultural and individual
differences.
For the Group leaders and potential leaders,
please remember that in the current business
environment, we have to be agile and ready
for the task entrusted to us. We must remain
relevant to survive. We need business acumen to
Q: Do you see DRB-HICOM as a
Fortune 500 company ?
Insya-Allah, yes. That’s my prayer and hope
but prayer alone will not make us a possible
Fortune 500 company. We must work hard
together. Alhamdulillah, we have seen the
Group grow over the years to RM6.1 billion
revenue from RM4.01 billion last year
and assets from RM9.3 billion to RM22.0
billion.
Q: What are your personal hobbies
and interests?
I used to have lots of hobbies but because of
time constraint, I
have reduced them
significantly.
For
one, I don’t play golf
at all, although the
Group owns two of
the best golf courses in the Klang Valley.
fan. Watched all of his movies and have all
his albums. In my mid-teens, I was a parttime weekend band boy in Penang. I played
gigs at tea dances with “The Honeycombs” to
earn pocket money. Those days in 1971-72,
RM50 was a lot of money. And don’t forget,
there were many fringe benefits like admirers
as well.
Q: What is your personal philosophy
in life?
In whatever position you are in or whatever
powers are bestowed upon you, don’t abuse
anything. Don’t think as GMD or a leader,
you are at the top of the world. There’s always
another bigger power above you or ultimately
another power at the apex. What’s important
is what’s inside you. Hati mahu baik. Even if
you are the number one person of the Group,
hold on fast to your amanah and don’t abuse
it. The barakah will follow. A lot of people
only remember God in hard times. They pray,
cry and beg for His mercy but the moment
they get what they want, they forget the
power at the apex. I went through it myself,
got hit again
and realised
my mistake.
Hence, I have
formulated
this personal
policy: In whatever you do, do it from the
heart. Nothing should be personal; it should
be professional. And uphold the amanah
entrusted.
“We must remain
relevant to survive.”
I read everything from comics to fiction and
non-fiction. My small library of 2,000 books
has some of my favourite authors like V.S.
Naipaul, John Le Carre, Jeffrey Archer, John
Grisham, Mario Puzo, Catherine Lim, James
Clavell, John Clancy and Dan Brown. One
of my evergreen favourites is Pearl S. Buck’s
The Good Earth. I find V.S. Naipaul’s Letters
from Father to Son very enlightening. Comics
like Beano, Dandy, Archie and Spiderman are
among my light and easy reading until now.
Currently, I’m trying to finish The Lost Symbol
by Dan Brown.
My hobbies are now art collecting, photography
and gardening. I enjoy gardening and when I
have the time I will attend to my vegetable
plots and fish ponds. Not many people know
I also rear cattle. Not many, only 20 for my
own needs.
I love music, mostly the oldies. My love for
music almost died when Elvis Presley passed
on in August 1977. I used to be his fanatic
And also don’t forget the family institution.
It’s very important and we have to hold it
dearly to our hearts. Without the family, it’s
not worth it.
Q: Whom do you admire most in
history and why?
There are a number of people whom I
admire and learn from their journey in life.
The three people I admire most are Che
Guevara, Gandhi and Tunku Abdul Rahman.
The first for his beliefs, ideals and sacrifices.
The second for his principles and peaceful
non-violent ways. Our beloved Tunku, the
reluctant lawyer and royalty who took the
helm of UMNO, for uniting the country and
securing independence for all of us without
any money politics at a time when our people
were colonised. The common trait for all three
which attracted me was that although they
came from well-to-do or royal background,
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the first was a medical doctor and the other
two were lawyers but what they did, they did
from the heart for what they believed in.
Q: How do you motivate yourself
when faced with obstacles?
We have more than 23,000 staff in the DRBHICOM Group. Taking an average of four
per household, that makes nearly 90,000
mouths to feed. Therefore, I can’t afford to
make a mistake lest it affects the livelihood
of the entire DRB-HICOM family. That
motivates and spurs me on. I always believe
in “Never say die.” My management team has
seen and will agree that I never give up easily.
Except by the will of the Almighty, the word
“impossible” is not in my dictionary. I will
fight and strive for what is rightfully mine.
But whatever is not or belongs to someone
else, we should not take.
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“The word
‘impossible’ is not in
my dictionary.”
In a more personal context, my motivation is
my family. Just like running DRB-HICOM
Group, I can’t afford to make a mistake for the
sake of my family. When challenged and facing
obstacles, I seek solace. I like to be alone to
regain the momentum and strength to seek a
solution.
Q: How would you like to be
remembered?
As a person who was a part of DRB-HICOM,
and not merely as the GMD. I believe in
team work. No man is an island. You need
the support and help of your fellow colleagues
regardless of the position he or she is in. You
can’t achieve to be a RM6 billion company by
acting alone. Impossible. Hence, I want to be
remembered as Khamil, who was a part of a
team who put through the successful business
model and growth for the Group. I’m not here
for a popularity contest but for a purpose.
With that I would like to urge everyone at
DRB-HICOM (including myself ) to carry
on to work hard and smart. Now is a time of
business without borders. All the doors are open
and we shouldn’t be still hoping for preferential
treatment or else risk being left behind. We
have to be innovative. Everyone must help one
another and the management to sustain the
growth and development of the Group for us,
for our families and for our country. As God
has said, “I will give you rezeki but you must
work for the rezeki.”
News
Egyptian & Korean Visitors
A four-member delegation led by Mrs. Nevine El Shafei, Vice Chairman
of the General Authority for Investment and Free Trade Zones (GAFI)
in Egypt, visited DRB-HICOM on 11 August 2009.
The delegates had a brief discussion with YBhg Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd
Khamil Jamil before a general overview presentation of the DRBHICOM Group by Encik Hamdan Ahammu, Head of Corporate
Communications & Investor Relations. Also present were YBhg
Dato’ Haji Salamat bin Wahit, Head, Institutional Liaison & Business
Development, Encik Amir Salleh, Group Director, Property &
Infrastructure, YBhg Dato’ Nasaruddin Ab. Ghani, CEO of HICOM
Properties Sdn Bhd and Encik Azmi Wahap, Manager, Manufacturing
& Engineering.
On 30 July 2009, a Korean delegation headed by Mr. Soo Hung Li,
Chairman of Wang Do Engineering Co. Ltd., made a courtesy visit to
Wisma DRB-HICOM. The six-member entourage was welcomed by
our Group Managing Director, YBhg Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil
Jamil, together with the Heads of Divisions.
The Eqyptian delegation – Eng. Mohamed Aglan, Chairman of the
Construction Committee of Junior Businessmen Association (2nd
left), Mr. Mohamed Atef Hikel (extreme right) and Ms. Manar Waly
(extreme left), both assistants to Mrs. Nevine El Shafei (2nd right)
DRB-HICOM
News
Royal Pahang
Kart Prix 2009
R
oyal Pahang Kart Prix 2009 telah berlangsung
pada 25-26 Julai 2009 di Litar Taman Tasik
Sultan Abu Bakar, Pekan, Pahang bersempena
Sambutan Jubli Emas Ulangtahun Keputeraan
KDYTM Tengku Mahkota Pahang. Kejohanan
Go Kart ini julung-julung kali diadakan dan merupakan siri
ke-4 dalam kalendar kejohanan Kart ROTAX MAX Peringkat
Asia 2009. Seramai 92 orang peserta dari 7 buah negara telah
mempamerkan kehebatan mereka dalam kejohanan ini.
Dalam usaha menyokong sukan tempatan dan menaikkan imej
negara melalui sukan dan rekreasi, DRB-HICOM terpanggil
untuk menjadi penaja utama kejohanan.
Acara ‘flag off ’ dan penyampaian hadiah telah disempurnakan oleh
YM Tengku Hasanal Ibrahim Shah (Putra kepada DYTM Tengku
Mahkota Pahang). Hadir sama YH Dato’ Haji Abdul Basik b. Mohd
Sah, selaku Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Pengelola dan YBhg Dato’ Sri
Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil, Pengarah Urusan Kumpulan, DRBHICOM Berhad serta pihak pengurusan kanan DRB-HICOM.
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News
Ramadhan..
Menghulur Kepada Yang Memerlukan
Jelmaan Syawal
Menjelang ketibaan bulan Syawal yang lalu,
DRB-HICOM tidak ketinggalan memeriahkan
sambutan dengan menghadiahkan Baju Kurung
dan Baju Melayu kepada 150 penghuni Rumah
Anak-Anak Kesayanganku di Bukit Beruntung,
Selangor yang terdiri daripada anak-anak yatim
dan fakir miskin.
Kegembiraan jelas terpancar di wajah mereka
apabila menerima duit raya, barang-barang
keperluan harian dan kelengkapan elektrik
seperti mesin basuh, periuk nasi dan cerek yang
telah disampaikan oleh YBhg Datin Sri Azian
Abdul Talib. Hadir sama isteri-isteri pihak
pengurusan kanan DRB-HICOM yang telah
sudi meluangkan masa selama setengah hari
beramah mesra dengan kanak-kanak tersebut.
Sumbangan Untuk Rumah Ehsan
dan Taman Sinar Harapan
Encik Saiful Nizam Mohd Nor, Pengetua
Taman Sinar Harapan menerima cek
daripada Puan Siti Anisah Sheikh Osman
Penyerahan cek telah disempurnakan oleh Puan
Siti Anisah Sheikh Osman, Pengurus Komunikasi
Korporat dan Perhubungan Pelabur kepada Puan
Azian Nordin, Pengetua Rumah Ehsan
Sempena bulan Ramadhan yang penuh
keberkatan,
DRB-HICOM
telah
menyalurkan sumbangan berjumlah
RM9,000 kepada penghuni-penghuni
Rumah Ehsan, Kuala Kubu Bharu,
Selangor. Rumah tersebut merupakan
pusat jagaan, rawatan dan perlindungan
kepada warga emas yang sakit dan uzur.
Di samping itu, sumbangan sebanyak
RM9,000 turut diserahkan kepada
Taman Sinar Harapan yang merupakan
institusi khas yang memberi jagaan,
perlindungan dan pemulihan kepada
orang kurang upaya. Penghuni
rumah tersebut terdiri daripada
mereka yang menghadapi masalah
pembelajaran, terbiar, yatim piatu yang
tidak mempunyai penjaga dan yang
memerlukan latihan pemulihan.
DRB-HICOM
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Orphans and single mothers receiving
duit raya and hampers at the special
iftar organised by Glenmarie Golf
& Country Club, Shah Alam on 4
September 2009. This event brought
together over 500 DRB-HICOM
Berhad’s employees and their families
as well as special guests from Rumah
Anak-Anak Yatim Sg. Manggis,
Banting, Selangor, and also Persatuan
Ibu Tunggal Wangsa Maju, Kuala
Lumpur. The event was followed by
Solat Tarawikh and ended with the
Moreh.
As a responsible corporate citizen, DRB-HICOM
Berhad also paid its dues in the form of business
tithe totalling RM4,740,784.86. The cheque
was presented by YBhg Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd
Khamil Jamil, the Group Managing Director of
DRB-HICOM Berhad, to YBhg Dato’ Setia Haji
Mohamad Adzib bin Mohd Isa, Chairman of
Majlis Agama Islam Selangor (MAIS), who is also
the Deputy Chairman of Lembaga Zakat Selangor
on 4 September 2009 at Wisma DRB-HICOM.
Another iftar get-together was held in Pekan, Pahang
on 11 September 2009 for the Group’s employees
working there. It was held at Surau Taman Perdana,
Taman Perdana Peramu, Pekan and attended by more
than 1,000 employees and their families, who feasted and
prayed together. The event was also attended by YBhg Dato’ Sri Haji
Mohd Khamil Jamil, the Group Managing Director and his wife, YBhg
Datin Sri Azian Abdul Talib as well as the Group’s management team.
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10
BUSINESS
News
Latest Honda Cars
T
he Honda Accord 2.0 VTi-L now
comes in a Taffeta White model fitted
with plush leather interior, functional
cruise control, fully automated 8-way
driver seat, leather seats with power lumbar
support, well located arm rests, leather shift knob,
leather door lining and door mirrors with side
turn signals.
Priced at RM149,800, this new variant of the 8th
generation Accord has 2.0-liter SOHC i-VTEC
and 2.4-liter DOHC i-VTEC engines that
balance performance and fuel economy.
An optional accessory, the ‘Connex’ Stolen
Vehicle Recovery (SVR) is a GPS-based security
system that tracks stolen cars and alerts the
owner and Secure Operating Center (SOC) via
GSM network. The price of RM3,660 covers
installation, first year annual service fee and
compensation guarantee.
To date, some 9,900 units of the 8th generation
Accord launched in April 2008 have been
sold in Malaysia with 600 confirmed orders to
be delivered.
“Honda Malaysia has
also brought in 100 units
of the exclusive Honda
Jazz Grade S Modulo
Limited Edition with
special accessories...”
Honda Malaysia has also brought in 100 units of
the exclusive Honda Jazz Grade S Modulo Limited
Edition with special accessories such as front
under, side under, tailgate and rear under spoilers
worth about RM5,000. This body kit enhances
the stylish Jazz in terms of class-leading design,
performance, practicality and fuel efficiency.
Available solely in Cerulean Blue Metallic, the
Jazz Grade S Modulo Limited Edition is priced
at RM104,800 (on the road with insurance),
maintaining the same price as the Jazz Grade S.
Modulo accessories developed by Honda Access
Corporation, Japan in November 1996, are
crafted by the same team that design each Honda
model to enhance the style, function and quality
of Honda cars.
Since the 2nd generation Jazz arrived in August
2008, it has set a higher benchmark, making it
a premium and class-leading compact 5-door
hatchback. Some 12,500 units of the model have
been sold in Malaysia.
BUSINESS
News
Best Light Commercial
Vehicle Company 2009
ACM was named the Best Light Commercial
Vehicle Company of the Year in Malaysia
at the Asia Pacific Asean Automotive
Awards on 25 June 2009. The recognition
came from Frost & Sullivan, an international
consultancy renowned in the Asia-Pacific
region.
COO Encik Amirudin Abd Kadir said it
was the third accolade for ACM in three
consecutive years since 2007. He said the
latest achievement reflects his management
and team members’ relentless efforts to best
serve customers in sales and after sales.
ACM won based on its business strategies,
networking, customer centric orientations
and overall market leadership. In 2009,
ACM’s HICOM Perkasa model range
captured 31% share in the light-duty truck
segment, an improvement of 2% over the
previous year. It resulted from innovative and
aggressive marketing strategies, enhanced
customer loyalty and improvement in aftersales service quality.
ACM will continue
to strive even harder
to maintain or exceed
its current level of
sales by expanding
customer database to
consolidate
total
market and product
presence.
Encik Amirudin Abd Kadir (right) receiving the award
from Mr. Gopal R, Director of Frost & Sullivan
The ACM business philosophy is in line
with commercial vehicle users’ expectation
of vehicle reliability, durability and fuel
economy to enjoy value-added services.
Faced with existing market challenges and
stiff price competition, ACM’s counter
measures include innovative and aggressive
strategies to create stronger brand value and
gain customer confidence to generate repeat
business potential.
ACM is deeply grateful to Isuzu Motors Ltd.
of Japan and ISUZU HICOM Malaysia Sdn
Bhd for their strong support over the years.
Honda Malaysia Records
22% Growth Year-on-Year
Honda Malaysia reported 20,479 units sold in the first half of 2009,
recording a growth of 22% year-on-year.
According to the Malaysia Automotive Association report, Honda
captured 8.2% of total industry volume market share and 36.4% in
the non-national passenger car segment, a rise from its previous year’s
6% and 25.2% respectively.
Sales from
Jan - Jun ‘09
(units)
Sales from
Jan - Jun ‘08
(units)
City
Civic
Accord
CR-V
Jazz
Stream
Civic Hybrid
Civic Type R
Odyssey
10,868
3,463
3,062
1,824
615
496
110
36
5
5,841
4,516
2,862
2,309
301
831
6
75
25
TOTAL
20,479
16,766
Model
Total sales breakdown by car models
Although the national market shrunk by 9.7%,
Honda had positive results. Mr. Toru Takahashi,
Managing Director and CEO Honda Malaysia,
said customers constantly seek value-for-money
products and Honda products and services are
of the highest quality at reasonable prices.
The enhanced 8th Generation Honda Civic
introduced in March 2009 sold 3,463 units
in the first half-year, contributing about
17% to overall sales. At end July, sales
totalled 3,989 units with a back order of
1,200 units.
Honda Malaysia’s good results are due to the
all-new City, which sold 10,868 units by 30
June 2009, accounting for 53% of total sales.
By end July, sales of the model reached 11,857
units with a back order of nearly 4,000 units.
Honda
Malaysia
strives
to
meet
overwhelming demand for the City and
Civic and to shorten customer waiting
period, which is part of its continuous
efforts to satisfy customers.
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BUSINESS
News
JM Motor Venture Sdn Bhd, New Honda 3S Centre in Bukit Mertajam, Penang
Two More Honda
Malaysia Showrooms
Jimisar Motors New Honda 3S Centre
H
Honda Malaysia’s 58th showroom, JM Motor
Venture Sdn Bhd, was unveiled in Bukit
Mertajam, Penang.
Only 4 units of cars were sold in Sarawak
when Honda Malaysia was first established
in 2001 but the figure rose to about 4,000
units by April 2009 due to dedicated dealers
and supportive customers.
Since 2001, its sales in Penang have grown
over sixfold from 415 units in 2002 to 2,958
units in 2008, contributing 9% (2,958 units)
to the total annual sales of 32,492 units.
City, Civic, Accord and CR-V had sales of
1100, 732, 643 and 303 units respectively
in the same year.
onda Malaysia expanded its
network family when it opened its
57th showroom, Jimisar Motors,
in Sibu, Sarawak.
Based on the Malaysian Automobile
Association (MAA) 2008 report, the nonnational passenger car segment in Sarawak
had grown almost eightfold since 2001 from
401 units to 3,522 units in 2008.
Penang’s automobile market volume grew
from 39,858 units in 2002 to 46,254 units
in 2008, representing a growth of 16% in
seven years.
PHN Industry
Management Gathering
PHN Industry Sdn Bhd held its first management gathering
for financial year 2008/2009 on 16 May 2009 at Glenmarie
Golf and Country Club, Shah Alam, for management
committee members, Head of Departments, Head of
Sections, executives, union Exco members and employees
from grades V and IV.
The objectives were to communicate the company’s
achievements, its Annual Management Plan and key
performance index and to create awareness about the current
economic condition and prepare for the worst possible
scenario.
Encik Lukman Ibrahim, Group Chief Financial Officer,
stressed the importance of common understanding between
union and management in line with the motto “One PHN
Sustains and Gains”. He also congratulated PHN Industry
Sdn Bhd for its achievements throughout the year.
The 3S (Sales, Service and Spare Parts)
concept is part of Honda Malaysia’s policy as
it believes the purchase of a car begins a lifelong relationship with the customer. Dealers
are equipped and trained to acquire 3S status
and provide a total package of service and
convenience to customers nationwide.
The initiative of dealership network
expansion allows Honda Malaysia to uphold
its Customer Satisfaction No. 1 policy and
to meet the growing market demand in the
region.
There are now 58 Honda dealers, among
which 55 operate Honda 3S Centres
nationwide, out of which six are in Penang
with five being 3S centres.
Kudos to
PHN Industry Sdn Bhd
PHN Industry Sdn Bhd won two
awards at the 7th Honda Malaysia Sdn
Bhd Suppliers Conference 2009 held
on 15 April 2009 at the Palace of
the Golden Horses. They are the
Best Cost Award 2008 and
the Delivery Appreciation
Award 2008.
Congratulations
PHN!
BUSINESS
News
Directors Visit Tanjung Bin Power Plant
A new team player in the DRB-HICOM group of companies,
Rangkai Positif Sdn Bhd (RPSB), the operator of Tanjung Bin
Power Plant in Pontian, Johor, received VIP guests on 23 July
2009. They included DRB-HICOM Berhad’s Chairman, YBhg
Dato’ Syed Mohamad Syed Murtaza; Group Managing Director,
YBhg Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil; RPSB Chairman, Mr.
Ong Ie Cheong; RPSB Director, YBhg Dato’ Lukman Ibrahim;
and RPSB Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Ir. Ronnie Koo.
After a briefing on the coal-fired power plant’s operations, system
and maintenance tools by the plant manager, they toured the site
including its coal handling facilities.
One for the album
Fulfilling Lives with Suzuki Assist
Encik Ibrahim Maidin, Chief
Executive Officer of SMA
Suzuki Malaysia Automobile Sdn Bhd
(SMA) launched Suzuki Assist, a special
insurance programme, in Kuala Lumpur
on 30 July 2009.
Assisted by Tokio Marine Insurance
Malaysia, MSIG Insurance Malaysia, and
Uni.Asia General Insurance plus MI Call
Centre, the Suzuki Assist programme
is designed to make ownership more
rewarding. Suzuki Assist members enjoy
a multitude of services and privileges that
make their ownership experience worry
free. All the programme services are free
for members whenever needed.
The heart of the Suzuki Assist programme
is the call centre that provides 24-hour
assistance for breakdown and emergency
road services, product information, service
enquiries, home assistance services, as well
as golfing and dining arrangements, floral
and gift deliveries, flight arrangements
List of Services under Suzuki Assist include:
and even cinema ticket bookings. All
arrangement services are free-of-charge
for Suzuki Assist members.
Suzuki Assist offers speedy claim
approvals with no adjustor required.
Quality workmanship and genuine parts
are assured and, for the first time in the
market, this assurance is given through
a panel of authorised body and paint
centres for repairs up to RM15,000
maximum, which is much higher than
the standard RM10,000 offered by
other car brands in Malaysia.
All new Suzuki customers and
existing owners can sign up for the
programme at any of the 29 authorised
showrooms found nationwide. For
more information about Suzuki Assist
or to locate your nearest Suzuki dealer,
kindly call 1-300-88-6699 or visit
www.suzuki.net.my.
Vehicle Breakdown / Accident Assistance
- 24-hour Road Assistance
- Free minor on-the-spot repairs
- Jumpstart
- Tyre Change
- Battery Replacement
- Petrol Delivery
- Emergency Transmission of Information
- Arrangement of Alternative Transport
- Arrangement of Hotel Accommodation
- Repatriation of Vehicle Assistance
Lifestyle and Concierge Arrangements
- Hotel and Restaurant Reservations
- Golf Tee-off Reservations
- Flower Deliveries
- Ticket Reservations
- Travel Arrangement Services
Home Assist Services
- Electrical Wiring Services
- Plumbing and Waterworks Services
- Locksmith Services
- Roof Repair Services
- Air-condition Repair and Maintenance Services
- Garden and Landscaping Services
- Pest Control Services
- Electrical Appliance Repair Services
- Computer Repair Services
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GENERAL
News
Muamalat
Corporate
Golf 2009
The participants of the recent golf tournament
The Muamalat Corporate Golf Tournament 2009 held on
8 August 2009 at Kota Permai Golf & Country Club, Kota
Kemuning, brought together 120 participants comprising the
Bank’s top management and corporate clients. They included
YBhg Tan Sri Dato’ Dr. Mohd Munir Abdul Majid, Chairman
Bank Muamalat Malaysia Berhad; YBhg Dato’ Haji Mohd Redza
Shah Abdul Wahid, CEO Bank Muamalat Malaysia Berhad;
YBhg Datuk Mohamad Danel Abong from Global Upline Sdn
Bhd; YBhg Dato’ Zulkifli Ibrahim from Jimah Energy Ventures
Pelancaran Program
Ceria Tetamu (PCT)
Sdn Bhd; YBhg Dato’ Noharuddin Nordin from the Malaysia
External Trade Development Corporation and many more.
The top three winners of the amateur “networking”
tournament for Medal A were Encik Aziz Hassan, Encik
Mohamad Roza Shah Hussin and Encik Abdul Wahab Mohd
Noor. For Medal B, the winners were Encik Mohd Azmir
Mohd Razman, Mr. Saw Wah Theng and Encik Muhammad
Fauzi Ismail.
“Satu tranformasi sedang berlaku!”
Cawangan terbaru Bank Muamalat di Bandar Baru Bangi secara
rasminya telah dibuka kepada orang ramai pada 31 Julai yang lalu.
Serentak dengan itu, pelancaran “Program Ceria Tetamu” (PCT)
telah disempurnakan oleh YBhg Dato’ Haji Mohd Redza Shah Abdul
Wahid, Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Bank Muamalat Malaysia Berhad.
Deruman enjin dari motosikal berkuasa tinggi menghangatkan lagi
majlis pada pagi itu. Konvoi seramai lima orang, semuanya lengkap
berjaket kulit rasmi Bank telah berhenti di hadapan Bank sebelum
pembukaan cawangan secara simbolik diadakan.
YBhg Dato’ Haji Mohd Redza Shah Abdul Wahid merasmikan pembukaan
cawangan terbaru Bank Muamalat di Bandar Baru Bangi
Cawangan Bandar Baru Bangi berkonsepkan futuristik kontemporari,
yang diinspirasikan daripada rekabentuk Islam yang unik, bakal
menjadi simbol kebanggaan Bank Muamalat. Selain kiosk-kiosk
transaksi, sebuah surau juga disediakan di ruang legar bank untuk
kegunaan para pelanggan bank. Pengurus Cawangan bank ini adalah
Encik Ahmad Khusairy Mohd Taib.
GENERAL
News
This old ACM uniform has made way for the new one
New Uniforms
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Checking out the safety equipment on display
Safety First
KLAS’ COO, Encik Mohd Shukrie Mohd Salleh was accompanied
by Encik Aminudin Abd. Rahman, Assistant Director of the
Department of Civil Aviation, and Mr. Cheng Ling Peng, Airside
Safety Manager of Malaysia Airports Berhad, at the official launch
of the campaign
KL Airport Services Sdn Bhd (KLAS) launched a ramp safety campaign on
29 May 2009 to highlight the role of safety and the need for vigilance at all
times while working at the ramp and cargo area targeted at the KLAS staff,
the KLIA Safety Committee and the public.
KLAS’ Chief Operating Officer (COO), Encik Mohd Shukrie Mohd Salleh
officiated the event which theme was “Safety First”. An exhibition of aircraft
and ramp side accidents was held along with the sale of safety equipment.
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COVER STORY
The Pekan
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Au
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A 25 anniversary overview of the pr
th
T
his story began in 1984.
Spearheading the Malaysian
automotive
industry,
DRBHICOM commenced operations
in Pekan, the royal town of Pahang, with less
than 200 employees in its vehicle assembly
plant.
Now 25 years later, DRB-HICOM is the
industry leader with an established set-up
for manufacturing and assemblying vehicles
making it the country’s largest producer of cars,
trucks, buses and motorcycles.
The Pekan investment reflects the DRBHICOM Group’s aim to have a one-stop
modern automotive manufacturing, assembly
and defence contractor infrastructure. Its
flexible, multi-model assembly lines tie in well
with its overall strategy to create an automotive
hub for the ASEAN region. In effect, it’s the
catalyst for the Group’s vehicle manufacturing
and assembly operations with renowned
international automotive makers like Mercedes,
Isuzu and Suzuki.
There are now four plants and over 2,000 staff
in Pekan and they have collectively turned
out almost half a million vehicles of world
class marques. The combined operations
cumulatively generated RM5 billion worth of
revenue since 1984.
This integrated Pekan Automotive Complex on
its 96ha Peramu Jaya site is the main component
of the Automotive Industrial Park in Pahang
which is slated to grow to 400ha under the East
Coast Economic Region. Just like the Tanjung
Agas Oil and Gas and Maritime Industrial
Park, Pekan Automotive Complex is a high
impact project to fast-track development in
that area.
Pekan Plants
As business operations grow for the DRBHICOM Group, the challenge is to realign
its various plants in the Pekan Automotive
Complex with each concentrating on specific
processes and specific types of vehicles to
avoid duplicating activities and redundancy.
The main players of the DRB-HICOM Group
there are HICOM Automotive Manufacturers
(Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (HAMM), Suzuki
Malaysia Automobile Sdn Bhd (SMA), DRBHICOM Defence Technologies Sdn Bhd
(DEFTECH), DRB-HICOM Auto Solutions
Sdn Bhd (DHAS) and ISUZU HICOM
Malaysia Sdn Bhd (ISUZU HICOM).
Today, HAMM has HICOM Auto 1 and
HICOM Auto 2 plants to handle Suzuki and
Mercedes-Benz vehicles respectively.
At the HICOM Auto 1 plant, SMA has
state-of-the-art German technology painting
facility and is the first robotised welding and
assembly plant in the East Coast region. Local
workers have been trained to master new
technology as the company wants to produce
1,000 units of Suzuki Swift a month instead
of the current 300 to 350 units.
The HICOM Auto 2 plant is the biggest CKD
production line of Mercedes-Benz Malaysia’s
upmarket passenger cars. It is the first plant
outside Germany to assemble the flagship
Mercedes S-Class and was also commissioned
development
“The DRB-HICOM
Group believes in
creating more jobs
and energising the
local economy.
to assemble the top range S-500 last year. The
same plant assembles commercial vehicles and
Mitsubishi Fuso trucks as well.
DEFTECH develops and assembles land base
defence vehicles such as armoured carriers,
mortar carriers and cargo trucks. For the
commercial sector, DEFTECH supplies
vehicles to waste management companies,
government agencies and bus operators.
DHAS runs a dedicated facility for pre-delivery
inspection, installation of car accessories and
other related products. In terms of logistics,
it is a bonded storage facility. By centralising
resources and sharing services with the Group’s
Automotive Distribution Division, DHAS
provides competitive value added services to
customers by cutting costs through economies
of scale.
The ISUZU HICOM plant is capable of
manufacturing 12,000 units of commercial
vehicles for the DRB-HICOM Group annually.
Since 1997, it has produced over 127,000
vehicles of different models. Besides Isuzu
D-Max pick-up trucks, the plant also assembles
medium and heavy-duty vehicles and buses.
COVER STORY
CHRONOLOGY OF
The Future
2000
To become the industry’s preferred automotive
assembler, HAMM has to win long-term contracts
from car makers besides partnering international
brands.
DEFTECH aspires to lead in the assembly of
military and armoured vehicles apart from buses
and lorries. The Government is providing support
for DEFTECH to improve its performance and
market its products abroad.
ISUZU HICOM has embarked on oversea
training in Japan for its Pekan staff. Its stress is
on human capital development to ensure longterm sustainability and a conducive working
environment for the employees.
DRB-HICOM Defence
Technologies Sdn Bhd
(DEFTECH) in Pekan began operations on
15 November and secured a contract to
manufacture 250 units of military trucks
that met the North Atlantic Treaty
Organisation (NATO) specifications.
1984
The Regent of
Pahang officially opened
the Automotive Manufacturers
(Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (AMM) plant
in Pekan.
1993
It wants improved benefits
and perks for its employees
and is behind efforts to
transform Pekan into a
regional automotive hub.”
Plans are afoot to establish an automotive
engineering college in Pekan to upgrade technical
training, education and research. Meanwhile
Universiti Malaysia Pahang, Institut Kemahiran
Mara and community colleges are collaborating
with the DRB-HICOM Group to support the
local automotive industry. Many eligible students
are given industrial training with the automotive
companies to harness their potential.
Over and above all else, the industry leaders
in Pekan uphold a strong worker-manager
relationship. The DRB-HICOM Group believes
in creating more jobs and energising the local
economy. It wants improved benefits and perks for
its employees and is behind efforts to transform
Pekan into a regional automotive hub.
In monetary terms, the Pekan operations of the
DRB-HICOM Group paid RM442 million for
excise duty and sales tax in 2008. It is expected to
increase to RM525 million this year.
This never-ending story continues as the DRBHICOM Group chalks up more milestones and
pursues more opportunities to benefit the Group
and the people of Malaysia.
EVENTS
2004
MTB and DaimlerChrysler (M) Sdn Bhd
signed a MoU on 18 May to assemble
the Mercedes–Benz E-Class in 2005,
the C-Class in 2006 and the S-Class in
2007. It is the biggest Mercedes-Benz
CKD plant in terms of volume.
Malaysian Truck
& Bus Sdn Bhd (MTB)
established at the suggestion of then
The first locally
Prime Minister Dato’ Seri (Tun) Dr.
assembled Mercedes-Benz
Mahathir Mohamad who visited AMM S-Class model was launched by HRH
on 22 May. MTB, now known as ISUZU Sultan of Pahang, Sultan Ahmad Shah.
HICOM Malaysia Sdn Bhd has become
the biggest commercial vehicle
manufacturing plant in Malaysia.
1994
Dato’ Seri (Tun)
Dr. Mahathir Mohamad
officiated the naming ceremony of the
three-door Proton Satria. 1995
New housing
area, Taman Perdana,
comprising 300 units of houses, was
opened for DRB-HICOM staff.
1997
2006
2007
The Robotic Welding
Line for Suzuki Swift began
operations. ISUZU HICOM Malaysia Sdn
Bhd (formerly known as Malaysian Truck
& Bus Sdn Bhd) was launched.
2008
Then Deputy Prime
Minister Dato’ Sri Mohd
Najib bin Tun Abdul Razak met DRBHICOM workers at a meet-the-people
session.
The Institut
Kemahiran MARA (IKM)
Pekan was renamed IKM Tan Sri
Yahaya Ahmad. On 11 November,
Dato’ Seri (Tun) Dr. Mahathir
The celebration of
Mohamad launched the national truck
the 25th anniversary of DRBHICOM Perkasa, which is now the
HICOM Automotive Complex in Pekan on
number one choice for Malaysians.
20 October.
2009
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GENERAL
News
MODENAS Ungguli Podium di Sepang
MODENAS kembali memberi
saingan dengan sekali lagi
muncul di podium pada
Kejuaraan Cub Prix Malaysia
AAM 2009, pusingan ke-5
di Litar Antarabangsa Sepang
pada 12 Julai 2009.
Berikut adalah keputusan yang
diperolehi oleh pasukan MODENAS
Yuzy Pachi Racing:
Kategori Expert
Md Suhadi Ali Rahmat, tempat ke-14
Md Syahnas Shahidan, tempat ke-15
Kategori Novis
Kejuaraan
yang
diserikan Md Farid Ahmad, tempat ke-3
dengan
kehadiran
konvoi
MODENAS telah menyaksikan Kategori Wira epg
Md Noor Azizi Abd Naser (tengah) menjulang trofi tempat pertama sebanyak 92 unit motosikal Zulsyafiz Rosli, tempat ke-4
MODENAS berkonvoi dari
bagi kategori Privateer
Hentian
Rehat
Dengkil Kategori Privateer
(Selatan) ke Litar Antarabangsa Md Noor Azizi Abd Naser,
Sepang
untuk
sama-sama tempat pertama
memberikan sokongan. Paling
membanggakan, model motosikal MODENAS yang terhangat di
pasaran, GT128 mendahului dalam senarai konvoi iaitu sebanyak 76
unit. Lain-lain motosikal adalah Elegan (12 unit), Kriss 120 (3 unit)
dan Elit Sports (1 unit).
Md Farid Ahmad (tengah)
bergambar sejurus selesai
perlumbaan
Hanif Pula
Takluk Podium
Kali ini, giliran Md Hanif Che Ani pula untuk menakluk podium
pada Kejuaraan Cub Prix Malaysia AAM 2009, pusingan ke-7
di Litar Taman Tasik Sultan Abu Bakar, Pekan, Pahang pada 16
Ogos 2009. Hanif yang pertama kali menaiki podium setelah tujuh
pusingan berjaya menamatkan perlumbaan di tempat ke-3 dalam
kategori Novis.
Berikut adalah keputusan yang diperolehi oleh pasukan
MODENAS Yuzy Pachi Racing:
Kategori Expert Md Suhadi Ali Rahmat, tempat ke-7
Md Syahnas Shahidan, tempat ke-10
Kategori Novis Md Hanif Che Ani, tempat ke-3
Md Zulfahmi Khairuddin, tempat ke-7
Kategori Wira epg Md Azzeroy Aziz, tempat ke-5
Kategori Privateer Md Noor Azizi Abd Naser,
tempat pertama
Md Hanif Che Ani (kanan) bersama trofi tempat ke-3 bagi kategori Novis
Noor Azizi, dalam kategori Privateer tetap unggul mempertahankan
kejuaraan dengan kukuh di podium pertama. Ini merupakan podium
pertama untuk kali ke-3 baginya.
Selain itu, gerai promosi MODENAS terus mendapat sambutan
hangat orang ramai bagi mendapatkan maklumat produk MODENAS
dan menyertai pelbagai aktiviti menarik yang disediakan.
GENERAL
Azzeroy Wira
MODENAS
P
elumba MODENAS, Md Azzeroy Aziz muncul di podium untuk tempat
ke-3 dalam saingan kategori WIRA epg di Kejuaraan Cub Prix Malaysia
AAM 2009, pusingan ke-6 di Litar Batu Kawan, Pulau Pinang. Sebelum
ini, beliau hanya mampu menduduki tempat ke-4 untuk 4 pusingan.
Azzeroy muncul wira untuk MODENAS pada pusingan kali ini. MODENAS
tetap gagah dalam kategori Privateer setelah sekali lagi muncul di podium dengan
menduduki tempat ke-2.
Berikut
adalah
keputusan
yang
diperolehi oleh pasukan MODENAS
Yuzy Pachi Racing:
Kategori Expert
Md Suhadi Ali Rahmat, tempat ke-17
Md Syahnas Shahidan, tempat ke-18
Kategori Novis
Md Farid Ahmad, tempat ke-5
Md Hanif Che Ani, tempat ke-9
Kategori Wira epg
Md Azzeroy Aziz, tempat ke-3
Kategori Privateer
Md Noor Azizi Abd Naser,
tempat ke-2
Selain itu, sebanyak 128 buah
motosikal MODENAS berkonvoi
ke Batu Kawan sempena kejuaraan
ini. Motosikal MODENAS GT128
mendahului senarai sebanyak 91
unit diikuti dengan Elegan (24 unit),
Xcite (6 unit), Kriss 110 (4 unit),
Kriss 120 (2 unit) dan Karisma (1
unit). Konvoi kali ini adalah konvoi
terbesar dicatatkan selepas konvoi
ke Sepang sebelum ini. Di gerai
promosi MODENAS, pelbagai
aktiviti promosi telah dijalankan
termasuklah aksi ‘stunt’ motosikal
dan ATV MODENAS oleh pekerja
MODENAS sendiri. YAB Lim Guan
Eng, Ketua Menteri Pulau Pinang,
turut melawat gerai MODENAS.
News
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GENERAL
News
Separation at Source Pilot Project in Putrajaya
YB Dato’ Sri Kong Cho Ha (3rd from left) and YBhg Dato’ Ir. Zahri Abdul Ghani, CEO of
Alam Flora (far left) at the event
YB Dato’ Seri Kong Cho Ha, the Minister of
Housing and Local Government, officially
launched the ‘Separation at Source’ Project
on 29 August 2009 at Lake Club, Putrajaya,
and presented mulli bins to the Resident
Associations of Precincts 8, 9 and 10.
The six-month pilot project serves as a
model to increase the recovery of recyclable
materials from waste and to minimise
waste disposal at landfill. This project
aims to increase recycling rate from 5%
to 40% at the end of six months and will
determine the amount of waste diverted to
landfill through separation at source and
composting.
The Solid Waste Department is providing
compactor and capital cost for the
composting facility. Putrajaya Corporation
is contributing the separation and
composting areas. Alam Flora Sdn Bhd is
handling the collection, separation and
composting operations. SSI-Schaeffer
Consortium is supplying the bins while UiTM
is advisor for the composting technique.
This joint project is also studying the residents’
response to the two-bin concept for separation
of organics and recyclables. The waste in
10-litre mulli bins placed in home kitchens is
transferred to two-wheel mobile garbage bins
(MGB) of 120-litre capacity placed outside
houses. Those with green and grey lids are for
organic and recyclable materials respectively.
During the project period, all parties are
engaged in an awareness programme to ensure
residents separate their waste. Collections
of organic and recyclable waste use separate
operation teams consisting of a compactor
team and recyclable lorry team. The two
types of waste are sent to the composting and
separation site at Precinct 5.
The experience from this project will be
useful when the Solid Waste Management and
Cleansing Act 2007 is fully enforced.
Precinct 8
Apartment Phase 4A (145 units)
• Block A & B
Stall at market (16 units)
Precinct 9
Terrace (276 units)
• 9B/4, 9B/5, 9B/7, 9B/8, 9B/10 & 9B/12
• 9D/2 & 9D/3.
Stall at Food Court
Shop House
School
Kindergarten
Precinct 10
Bungalow (14 units)
• A1/1, A1/2 & A1/3
• A2/1 & A2/2
• 10/3, 10/5, 10/6 & 10/7
Semi-D (88 units)
• A3/1, A3/2, A3/3, A3/4 & A3/5
The residents are given two types of bins
1
Mulli bins - 10 litres
capacity with green
and grey colour to
be placed in the kitchen.
Once full, the residents need
to transfer the waste to
bigger bin as described.
2
Two-wheel Green
Mobile Garbage
Bin (MGB) - 120
litres capacity with green lid
for organic and grey lid for
recyclable materials to be
placed outside.
HAPPENINGS
‘PUSPAKOM
Media Fishing Challenge 2009’
‘PUSPAKOM Media Fishing Challenge
2009’ telah diadakan buat julungjulung kalinya di Sea Lion Fishing Park,
Pelabuhan Klang pada 20 Jun 2009 yang
lalu dengan kehadiran rakan-rakan media
dari sekitar Lembah Klang. Objektif
aktiviti ini adalah untuk merapatkan
lagi silaturrahim di antara pihak media
dan pihak pengurusan PUSPAKOM
serta DRB-HICOM Berhad. Seramai
200 peserta yang terdiri daripada rakan
media, pihak pengurusan DRB-HICOM
dan PUSPAKOM telah mengambil
bahagian.
Ketua Pegawai Operasi PUSPAKOM Sdn
Bhd, Yang Mulia Raja Mahmud Shah
AI-Haj menyempurnakan majlis dengan
ucapan alu-aluan dan majlis seterusnya
dilancarkan oleh Pengarah Urusan
Kumpulan DRB-HICOM, YBhg Dato’
Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jami1. Sejurus
selepas gimik pelancaran dilakukan oleh
YBhg Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil,
siren dibunyikan dan pertandingan
memancing dimulakan tepat jam 9 pagi.
Pertandingan yang mengambil masa lebih
kurang tiga jam ini menyaksikan pelbagai
tangkapan, di antaranya ikan Senangin,
Jenahak, Siakap dan Bawal Pinang.
Kemenangan berpihak kepada peserta
daripada Berita Harian, Encik Helmi
Hamzah yang berjaya menggondol
Antara rakan media yang menyertai pertandingan
hadiah wang tunai bernilai
RM700 berserta trofi dan
peti ais mini. Beliau berjaya
menaikkan ikan Senangin
seberat 3.82 kg, mengatasi
dua peserta daripada Media
Selangor yang menduduki
tempat kedua dan ketiga
iaitu Encik Roslan Bian
dan Encik Azizan Abd
YBhg Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil bersama pemenangpemenang (Tempat 1-3)
Rani yang masing-masing
berjaya menaikkan ikan
Senangin seberat 3.33 kg dan ikan
Jenahak seberat 2.64 kg. Kategori lain
yang dipertandingkan adalah ‘Smallest
Catch’, ‘Most Dedicated Angler’,
‘Most Cheerful Angler’, ‘Most Stylish
Angler’, dan ‘Fastest/Earliest Catch’.
Pengarah Eksekutif Berita & Operasi
Editorial Media Prima, YBhg Datuk
Ahmad Abd. Talib membawa pulang
Yang Mulia Raja Mahmud Shah Al-Haj
memberikan ucapan alu-aluan
gelaran ‘The Most Cheerful Angler’
bagi kategori novelti yang melayakkan
beliau membawa pulang hadiah berupa
barangan elektrik. Selain itu, Penasihat
BERNAMA Radio, YBhg Datuk
Syed Jamil Jaafar telah menggondol
gelaran ‘The Most Dedicated Angler’
di atas kesungguhan yang ditunjukkan
sepanjang pertandingan. Di samping
itu, cabutan bertuah juga turut diadakan
pada hari tersebut. Acara berakhir pada
jam 2 petang sejurus selesai makan
tengahari dan penyampaian hadiah.
Deretan ikan, hasil tangkapan para peserta
pertandingan
Dari kiri: YBhg Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil, Yang Mulia
Raja Mahmud Shah Al-Haj dan YBhg Datuk Syed Jamil Jaafar
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HAPPENINGS
The
Scenic view of Lake Kenyir
D
RB-HICOM hosted the local media for a long
distance drive and amazing race to Lake Kenyir
Resort & Spa in Terengganu covering 1,140 km, from
7 to 9 August, 2009.
At the prize giving ceremony on Saturday, 8 August, YBhg Dato’ Sri
Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil, Group Managing Director of DRB-HICOM
Berhad, thanked the media representatives for their continuous support
and warm relationship over the years.
The 3-day, 2-night event received an overwhelming response from
those in the auto, travel, lifestyle and business media.
He said Lake Kenyir Resort & Spa, the only international class resort
located there, was chosen as the venue for the media outing after its
RM10 million upgrading exercise.
The media teams journeyed to the East Coast in a fleet of DRBHICOM vehicles to experience the highways and countryside
before discovering the beauty of Lake Kenyir surrounded by
ancient tropical rainforest.
Some 50 media participants were in a convoy
of 25 cars. Each team of two or three had the
chance to test drive at least three different
makes of vehicles distributed by the DRBHICOM Group, two models en route to
Lake Kenyir and one on the way back to
Kuala Lumpur.
This largest lake in Malaysia spans over 260,000 hectares and is a
gateway to Taman Negara known for its lush tropical jungle. Kenyir is
also home to nine of the 31 species of hornbills
Resort & Spa, in Asia.
“Lake Kenyir
the only international class
resort located there, was
chosen as the venue for the
media outing after its RM10
million upgrading exercise.”
The automobiles ranged from deluxe SUVs like the Audi Q5 and
Honda CRV to other new vehicle models in the DRB-HICOM
stable of cars.
The amazing race held in the Lake Kenyir Resort & Spa grounds
made the enthusiastic participants answer questions, find treasures
and test their physical strength.
Everyone had fun and tried their skills in riding MODENAS
motorbikes across planks and in doing other challenges thrown
at them.
Owned by DRB-HICOM, the resort is a
popular retreat for nature lovers, anglers, bird
watchers, photo enthusiasts and fun seekers. It
is perfect for those who love the outdoor life,
and is ideal as a retreat for business conferences
and seminars.
Companies within the Group that participated in the event included
Edaran Otomobil Nasional Berhad, DRB-HICOM Auto Solutions
Sdn Bhd, Automotive Corporation (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, Euromobil
Sdn Bhd, Motosikal Dan Enjin Nasional Sdn Bhd, USF-HICOM
(Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, Suzuki Malaysia Automobile Sdn Bhd, Isuzu
Malaysia Sdn Bhd, Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia Sdn Bhd, Honda
Malaysia Sdn Bhd, HICOM-Chevrolet Sdn Bhd, HICOM Polymers
Industry Sdn Bhd, Alam Flora Sdn Bhd, PUSPAKOM Sdn Bhd, Uni.
Asia Life Assurance Berhad, Uni.Asia General Insurance Berhad, Bank
Muamalat Malaysia Berhad, HICOM Properties Sdn Bhd, Holiday Inn
Glenmarie Kuala Lumpur and Lake Kenyir Resort & Spa.
HAPPENINGS
Arrival of participants
Dining by the waterfall
Encik Hamdan Ahammu, Head, Corporate Communications
& Investor Relations who is Organising Chairman, speaking
at the Welcoming Dinner
Taking a breather
Flag-off
Smile for the camera!
Fun games
Champions
Kayaking
2nd Runner-Up
1st Runner-Up
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HAPPENINGS
Konvoi Hari Kemerdekaan ke-52
Encik Adnan Taib dan isteri
S
eramai 108 peserta dengan 92
buah motosikal MODENAS
berkonvoi dari Kuantan ke
Pekan, Pahang pada 16 Ogos
yang lalu. Konvoi yang dianjurkan sempena
sambutan Hari Kemerdekaan yang ke-52
ini menjadikan MODENAS sebagai satusatunya pengeluar motosikal nasional yang
mempelawa masyarakat untuk bersamasama menghayati semangat kemerdekaan
yang disambut pada 31 Ogos 2009.
Konvoi yang disertai oleh 42 buah motosikal
MODENAS GT128, 24 buah motosikal
Sebahagian peserta dengan GT128 masing-masing
Elegan dan 26 buah motosikal MODENAS
yang lain telah bertolak kira-kira jam 10 pagi
dari Kuantan ke Pekan. Konvoi ini juga adalah
sebagai tanda sokongan kepada Kejuaraan
Cub Prix Malaysia AAM 2009, pusingan ke-7
yang berlangsung di Litar Taman Tasik Sultan
Abu Bakar, Pekan. Pasukan MODENAS Yuzy
Pachi Racing adalah pasukan yang menggalas
cabaran cub prix ini bagi pihak MODENAS.
peserta adalah dari golongan muda namun
semangat untuk menghayati kemerdekaan
selain patriotisme yang menebal dalam diri
membuatkan beliau mengambil keputusan
untuk menyertainya. “Jangan sangka kami
warga tua tidak lagi mempunyai kudrat
untuk menyertai aktiviti sebegini kerana
orang seperti kami lebih mengerti apa itu
erti kemerdekaan,” ujar beliau.
Antara yang menyertai program ini adalah
pasangan warga emas, Adnan Taib, 65,
bersama isteri, Faridah Abdullah, 56.
Menurut Encik Adnan, walaupun kebanyakan
Selain itu, konvoi ini juga adalah bertujuan
mempromosikan motosikal MODENAS
terutama model yang terbaru iaitu
GT128.
‘Malaysia International Road Safety
Exhibition (MIREX) 2009’
MODENAS telah menyertai ‘MIREX 2009’ yang berlangsung
di Mines International Exhibition & Convention Centre
(MIECC) pada 13 hingga 16 Ogos 2009 yang lalu.
Program yang dinaungi oleh Jabatan Keselamatan Jalan
Raya (JKJR) ini bertujuan menyedarkan masyarakat
tentang keselamatan di jalan raya. MODENAS telah
mengadakan pameran dan jualan istimewa motosikal
yang turut disertai oleh wakil pengedar MODENAS
sepanjang program selama 4 hari tersebut.
Di samping itu, Kempen Servis Motosikal MODENAS
turut diadakan di perkarangan MIECC. Program ini juga turut
dimeriahkan dengan kehadiran kumpulan konvoi motosikal MODENAS. Para
pengunjung juga turut dipersembahkan dengan aksi ‘stunt’ yang menggunakan
motosikal MODENAS dengan cara yang selamat dan profesional.
Para pengunjung bergambar kenangan di tapak
pameran MODENAS
COMMUNITY
Interest-Free
MediStar Health Insurance
Uni.Asia General Insurance Berhad’s MediStar medical health
insurance is easy on the pocket with its zero interest monthly
instalment payment scheme. Launched in September 2008,
customers enjoy zero interest regardless of the payment amount
made by their credit cards.
MediStar’s medical health insurance plan coverage begins on approval
of your application and the successful auto-debit from your credit
card account.
Once the instalment amount is fixed, changes to the benefit level
can be made only during the policy renewal. Changes are allowed
with a month’s notice before the renewal date.
A five-star cashless admission medical health insurance plan,
MediStar offers comprehensive coverage for medical, surgical and
hospitalisation expenses, ambulance fees and daily cash allowance.
Other benefits are guaranteed renewal until 70 years old and four
different plans with worldwide coverage.
Financial Security
with Bijak Malaysia
Live comfortably after retirement. Uni.Asia Life’s Bijak Malaysia is a
practical solution for financial security if you act wisely during your
productive working years.
Get life insurance protection and save for your future and retirement
for merely RM100 a month.
Bijak Malaysia’s whole life protection and savings plan designed
by the National Insurance Association of Malaysia (NIAM) is
comprehensive and solid.
For only RM3.33 per day, you receive these benefits:
• Full life coverage until the age of 55
• Monthly premium contribution stops when you reach 55
• Extra protection continues for 33 years until you reach 88
• Guaranteed cash bonus every three years @ 5% of the sum
assured until 88
• Guaranteed maturity benefit (full sum assured is payable)
Simply sign up by completing a health declaration form.
It’s that easy!
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COMMUNITY
H1N1 Red Alert
To curb the outbreak of the H1N1 pandemic within
the organisation, the Group’s Human Resource Division
implemented various measures to protect the workforce.
The on-going preventive and mitigation steps include:
• Health screening for workers, visitors and customers
to prevent those with symptoms from entering the
work place.
H1N1Talk
On 5 August 2009, Dr. Mariah Alwi of the District Health Department
spoke about the H1N1 issue that has affected various areas near
HICOM Automotive Manufacturers (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (HAMM), to
enlighten the staff about the contagious disease. She gave an overview
and informed that the virus could spread easily. Hence, everyone must
take measures to ensure personal hygiene at all times.
• Frequent sanitation of common areas like washrooms,
lifts, pantries and canteens as well as sterilisation of door
knobs, handles and lift buttons.
• Health talks by panel doctors to educate staff on H1N1
and preventive measures.
• Avoid unnecessary travel and take a seven-day home
quarantine only if advised by a medical doctor.
• The H1N1 crisis centre set up will ensure efficient
monitoring of any H1N1 outbreak and implement
preventive measures.
Helping Those with
Special Needs
Encik Abdul Rashid Musa, CEO of HAMM, introducing Dr. Mariah Alwi
to the audience
The HIGKL family with the residents of the Anbesivam Home
Staff of the Holiday Inn Glenmarie Kuala Lumpur (HIGKL) recently
spent a day at Anbesivam Home, a non-profit day-care centre providing
shelter, care, education and therapy to more than 60 handicapped and
disabled children in Klang, Selangor.
The 20-member HIGKL team brought lunch, donated food and daily
necessities, and became acquainted with the residents and staff of the
centre. A mini telematch conducted by the hotel’s CSR committee
members brought much laughter and cheer.
As part of HIGKL’s long-term concern, its Engineering and
Housekeeping teams will assist to paint the day-care centre and do
plumbing work when needed.
Daniel, Banquet Manager with the kids
COMMUNITY
Hari Pengguna 2009
MODENAS telah menyertai Hari Pengguna Malaysia 2009 di
Kuantan, Pahang pada 24-26 Julai 2009. Antara aktiviti-aktiviti
menarik termasuklah pameran motosikal MODENAS jualan
cenderahati dan jualan motosikal pada harga istimewa oleh wakil
pengedar yang mengambil bahagian.
Program ini dirasmikan oleh YB Dato’ Sri Ismail Sabri bin Yaakob,
Menteri Perdagangan Dalam Negeri, Koperasi dan Kepenggunaan.
Selain daripada aktiviti pameran dari pelbagai agensi terbabit,
program turut dimeriahkan dengan konsert istimewa dari 25 hingga
26 Julai 2009 oleh artis-artis popular tanahair.
MODENAS Sokong Aktiviti Sihat
MODENAS telah menyumbang
3 buah motosikal Kriss 100 untuk
program ‘Ipoh Starwalk 2009’ yang
berlangsung pada 21 Jun 2009.
MODENAS selaku penaja utama untuk
hadiah cabutan bertuah dalam program
ini menyokong aktiviti-aktiviti sihat
seumpama ini. Selain menyumbangkan
hadiah utama untuk cabutan bertuah,
aktiviti-aktiviti promosi MODENAS
juga telah diadakan sepanjang program
diadakan.
Belilah Barangan
Buatan Malaysia
“Konsep Satu Malaysia perlu
dipraktikkan dalam menjayakan
kempen membeli barangan buatan
Malaysia bagi memastikan produk
tempatan
berada
setanding
dengan produk luar negara,”
demikian kata YAB Tan Sri Dato’
Haji Muhyiddin bin Mohd Yassin,
Timbalan Perdana Menteri dalam
teks ucapannya yang dibacakan
oleh
Menteri
Perdagangan
Dalam Negeri, Koperasi Dan
Kepenggunaan, YB Datuk Seri
Ismail bin Sabri Yaakob pada
Majlis Pelancaran Ekspo Mega
Beli Barangan Malaysia di Pusat
Konvensyen Kuala Lumpur
pada 25 Jun 2009.
MODENAS sebagai pengeluar
motosikal nasional menyertai
ekspo selama 5 hari ini bermula
dari 24 hingga 28 Jun 2009
dengan mempamerkan barisan
motosikal nasional di samping
jualan promosi dari pengedarpengedar sah MODENAS
kepada semua pengunjung.
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TRAINING
&
EDUCATION
Whistleblowing at
DRB-HICOM Berhad
W
histleblowing has been
making news in the
wake of the global
economic crisis. Notable
cases, especially in the U.S. corporate
and financial sectors such as the Enron
accounting scandal and excessive risktaking by banks, have exposed the harm
caused by fraud and business malpractice.
They
underscore
the
need
for
whistleblowing procedures supported by
an organisation’s management culture.
Business ethics are increasingly seen as an
issue that can build or destroy a company’s
reputation. Once public trust is withheld,
the business consequences can be serious.
Briefly, whistleblowing involves an
employee giving information about danger
or illegality affecting others or the public
to the employer or a regulator. Often, the
whistleblower is not directly or personally
affected by the danger or illegality.
Commercial organisations benefit from
adherence to good business practice. The
world trend shows socially responsible
corporations and entities welcoming
policies or legislations that offer support
for their employers’ efforts to ensure
compliance with legal and ethical
standards.
Therefore, workers with fears that such
standards are not being met have effective
legal protection. Leading employers have
adopted a simple policy on whistleblowing
that has support from top management and
is clearly promoted to their employees.
DRB-HICOM Berhad
DRB-HICOM Berhad introduced its own
Whistleblower Policy that applies to all
its subsidiary companies as well since 1
December 2006. It directly supports the
company’s values and its corporate code of
ethics and governance.
To prevent unprofessional or unethical
conduct, the said policy provides a helpful
framework against which individuals are
encouraged to report behaviour that doesn’t
measure up to standards.
“Whistleblowing involves
an employee giving
information about danger
or illegality affecting
others or the public to the
employer or a regulator.”
DRB-HICOM Berhad’s value of “integrity”
says “We remain consistent and honest in our
dealings with others and to treat people with
trust and mutual respect while maintaining
transparency.”
Under the policy, DRB-HICOM Berhad
is committed to ensure that employees can
bring up concerns about illegal conduct or
malpractice without fear of being victimised,
harassed or treated discriminatorily, and to
have such concerns investigated.
The company’s policy creates a climate of
open communication, supported by a clear
procedure for dealing with concerns, that
helps to reduce misconduct and ensure
that such concerns are dealt with swiftly
and effectively.
The Whistleblower Policy provides the
mechanism and framework by which
staff, contractors and consultants can
confidently and anonymously raise
concerns and make complaints in a
responsible manner.
All employees (full-time, part-time
or casual), directors, shareholders,
consultants, vendors, contractors, outside
agencies or any other business parties are
encouraged to disclose any wrongdoing
that may affect the DRB-HICOM
Group.
Furthermore, the policy allows DRBHICOM Berhad to promote a culture of
openness, transparency, honesty, ethical
behaviour and good corporate governance
within the Group where staff can act
appropriately without fear of retaliation.
As a result, any concern about suspected
fraud, corruption, illegal conduct,
wrongdoing or malpractice can be reported
early without staff apprehension of being
vilified or victimised in any way. Under
the Whistleblower Policy, all disclosures
are dealt confidentially regardless of the
whistleblower’s desire for anonymity.
Reportable
activities
under
the
whistleblower policy include conduct
or activity that breach any law or
regulation including but not limited to
TRAINING
the Evidence Act 1950, Computer Crimes
Act 1997, MASB/FRS Standards, Bursa
Malaysia Securities Berhad and Securities
Commission Listing requirements, etc,
besides any suspected or actual breach of
DRB-HICOM Berhad’s policies, practices,
procedures or other rules of conduct
such as misrepresentation, deception and
confidential disclosures.
Whistleblowing complaints and information
can be channelled by telephone, e-mail, fax
or mail to the Chairman of the Board Audit
Committee, Group Managing Director and
Head of the Group Internal Audit or any
relevant management.
DRB-HICOM also provides toll-free hotline
for lodging allegations of misconduct and
unethical business practice at 1-800-882005.
DRB-HICOM Berhad encourages employees
to inform someone in authority with the
ability to do something about the problem in
question. The company attaches importance
to identify and remedy malpractice.
Whistleblowers who ask for their concerns
to be treated in confidence have their
wishes respected. No staff is penalised for
informing management with complaints on
any suspected wrongdoing or malpractice.
PROTECTION
Much could be at stake when whistleblowing
occurs. Any malpractice reflects poorly
on management systems or on individual
managers. It is little wonder that potential
whistleblowers fear being discriminated by
management.
The DRB-HICOM Berhad Whistleblower
Policy safeguards those who file reports
in good faith. They face no adverse
repercussions for raising cases with their
employer and are protected from being
victimised, dismissed or penalised due to
their actions. But those who complain in
bad faith or make unfounded allegations
are subject to disciplinary action by the
company.
Using its set of procedures, there is a
proper process for DRB-HICOM Berhad
to deal effectively with any complaint on
malpractice. The internal procedure helps
forestall or mitigate any serious damage to
business or reputation that can occur as a
result of public disclosures.
“We remain consistent
and honest in our
dealings with others
and to treat people with
trust and mutual respect
while maintaining
transparency.”
&
EDUCATION
EXAMPLES OF COMPLAINTS OF
IMPROPER CONDUCT UNDER
THE WHISTLEBLOWER POLICY
• A criminal offence.
• Breaching a legal obligation.
• Behaviour involving danger to the
health or safety of any individual.
• Damage or potential damage to the
environment.
• Unlawful discrimination.
• Substance abuse.
• Harassment or bullying.
• Misuse of company information.
• Workers compensation fraud.
• Corruption involving cash, e.g.
theft, skimming of sales and
fraudulent disbursements, etc.
• Corruption involving inventory
and other asset theft, misuse or
false transfers, etc.
• Fraudulent statements.
REWARD
Provided the information given proves
valuable, accurate and reliable, the
whistleblower will be eligible to a reasonable
reward. The senior management of DRBHICOM will have discretion to decide on
a reward in kind, monetary value and/or
appreciative gifts.
• Any other detrimental
wrongdoings.
CONCLUSION
To be eligible, the whistleblower must
provide information that allow proper
investigation to be done resulting in the
management’s ability to take effective
disciplinary actions against offenders. All
information provided must not be known
to everybody or in public knowledge.
Many leading international organisations
have reported a positive benefit from
whistleblowing procedures. The U.K.
Treasury’s Annual Fraud Reports record
more Whitehall frauds discovered and
stopped by staff raising concerns since the
whistleblowing policies came into force.
The British Financial Services Authority
finds that costs in implementing or
reassessing whistleblowing procedures
were minimal.
Furthermore, the information obtained
should overcome or deter the occurrence
of major fraudulent related activities of
high impact.
In the same way, effective in-house
whistleblowing arrangements are seen
as a real benefit to both DRB-HICOM
Berhad, its stakeholders and consumers.
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TRAVEL
&
LEISURE
Back to Nature
Enjoy a green vacation
R
ediscover nature in all its glory
at Lake Kenyir, Southeast Asia’s
largest man-made body of
water, located six hours from
KL by car.
Urban stress simply vanishes as you enter its
world of calmness and beauty. The greenery
that envelopes you is a lush, eco-friendly
environment where flora and fauna abound
amid jungle and water.
This vast lake borders the states of Kelantan
in the west and Pahang in the south. Its
340 small islands were formerly hill peaks
and highlands before the whole area was
flooded.
The Sultan Mahmud Hydro Electric Power
Plant there built between 1978 and 1985
generates electricity. Its reservoir holds 23.6
million cubic metres of water and occupies
an area of 38,000 ha. The water level varies
and is highest during March and April.
Some 30 rivers run into the lake teeming
with 30 species of freshwater fish that feed on
algae growing on the dead submerged trees.
They include game fish like the Lampam
Sungai (Barboides), Kelah (Malaysian
Mahsee), Toman (Snakehead), Kawan
(Friendly Barb), Kalui (Giant Gouramy) and
Kelisa (Green Arowana). Hence, Kenyir is
an angler’s haven with many private fishing
boat operators. The million-year-old tropical rainforest
around the lake is home to 200 species of
fauna such as wild elephants and tigers,
two endangered animals in the Malaysian
jungle. They thrive amid 8,000 species
of flowers, 2,500 types of plants and
trees, 300 species of fungi, 800 different
butterflies, 370 orchid species and 1,000
bird species.
Lasir Waterfall
Blessed with a rich biodiversity, Lake
Kenyir offers countless nature-based
activities for adventurous vacationers.
Its outdoor setting is ideal for rest and
recreation besides nature education.
The rainforest and tranquil waters form
the backdrop of the 60-acre Lake Kenyir
Resort and Spa sited on the lake’s banks.
This international class resort is situated
next to Pengkalan Gawi, where you find
a parking area, jetty and water sports
facilities.
Pengkalan Gawi is also the nearest
gateway to Malaysia’s National Park or
Taman Negara. To enter the park, get
permits for your camera, fishing rod
and camping gear from the Wildlife
Department at the tourist information
centre.
Many people like to explore the lake
by boat or canoe. Others enjoy jungle
trekking with knowledgeable guides to
show the way.
Lasir Waterfall, located about 45 minutes
away by boat, has a 500 feet high cascade
with five tiered levels. At each level,
Bird watching
NEARBY PLACES OF INTEREST
Waterfalls – Saok and Lasir
Caves – Bewah and Taat
Hill regions – Mount Chergau and Mount Gagau
Taman Negara (National Park) – jungle walks
Bird watching – Sungai Buwek
Sultan Mahmud Hydro Electric Dam
Herbal Island
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&
LEISURE
splashing pools offer a cool refreshing dip.
There are picnic spots, a camping area and
hiking trails leading up to its top.
ACCOMMODATION
After a RM10 million upgrade and
refurbishing, the four-star Lake Kenyir Resort
and Spa boasts 135 comfortable timber chalets
styled in traditional Malay architecture,
besides a newly renovated lobby, restaurants,
spa, conference rooms and staff hostels.
Sited amid landscaped gardens, each chalet has
its own private balcony commanding views
of the lake and is ideal for bird-watching,
especially to sight nine species of hornbills
found there.
Installed with modern amenities and
facilities, the chalets have large and spacious
interiors. The rooms have king or twin beds,
individually controlled air conditioning,
ceiling fan, colour TV, IDD phone, minibar, tea/coffee maker, hairdryer and en suite
bathroom.
DINING
& ENTERTAINMENT
Tembat Restaurant specialises in Western and
Malaysian food. Its outdoor dining terrace
overlooks the lake, while the main restaurant
has air-conditioned comfort and equally
scenic views.
The Pool Side Café serves light meals like
pizzas, sandwiches and desserts. Its casual
ambience is perfect for a long, lazy lunch.
Quench your thirst with a long cool drink
from the Pool Bar.
Jenagor Bar and Lounge in the main building
provides live music in the evenings. Guests
can relax under its high roof and take in
breathtaking vistas of the lake’s surroundings
while sipping drinks.
Chalet accommodation
Ulik Mayang Spa
lies perched right on
the water’s edge in
the resort. Its welltrained staff pamper
guests with a range of
spa treatments such as
royal Malay massage,
aromatherapy massage,
royal Balinese massage,
royal Thai massage,
Swedish
massage,
neck, back, shoulder
massage and foot
reflexology.
The resort’s meeting
rooms accommodate
up to 320 people for
seminars, meetings,
conferences
and
banquets. The Sekayu
Ballroom can hold
up to 250 persons
for theme parties and
dinners.
GETTING THERE
From Kuala Lumpur, drive to Kuantan via the Karak Highway
and take the Jerangau-Jabor Hghway to Lake Kenyir.
The Transnational coach
from Hentian Putra Station
in Kuala Lumpur passes by
and drops passengers at the
resort.
Malaysia Airlines and Air
Asia have daily flights
from
Kuala
Lumpur
International Airport while
Firefly from Subang and
Penang lands at Kuala Terengganu Airport. Book the resort’s
shuttle service for the 40-minute ride from the airport. Public
taxis also ply the route.
From
Kuala Lumpur – Kuala Terengganu
Kuala Terengganu – Resort
Kuala Lumpur – Resort
Other resort services are a business centre,
24-hour security, broadband Internet access,
limousine and car rental, convenience store,
local tours, gift shop, air ticket confirmation
and laundry.
For reservation and enquiries, kindly contact
Lake Kenyir Resort & Spa at 609-666 8888
or email to resort@lakekenyir.com. For more
details, you can go to www.lakekenyir.com.
Distance
455 km
60 km
520 km
Time
50 min
45 min
6 hrs
By
Air
Car
Car
RECREATION ACTIVITIES
Outdoor – swimming, lake cruising,
kayaking, paddle boating, fishing,
tennis, squash, picnicking, cycling, bird
watching, nature treks.
Indoor games – table tennis, chess, darts.
Team building – board games, congkak
and snooker
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Silaturrahim Dierat
Menjadi Satu DRB-HICOM
H
ari Keluarga yang sentiasa dinanti-nantikan oleh kesemua ahli Kelab
Sukan DRB-HICOM (KSDH) telah berlangsung di Tiara Beach
Resort, Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan pada 1 dan 2 Ogos 2009.
Seramai lebih daripada 700 ahli kelab bersama keluarga masing-masing telah
hadir memeriahkan acara.
Pelbagai program telah diatur seperti Pencarian Harta Karun, yang menyaksikan
sebanyak 30 buah kereta mengambil bahagian. Pencarian bermula dari Shah
Alam, Selangor ke Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan. Selain menjawab soalan, para
peserta juga perlu membuat tugasan yang diberikan seperti memakan durian dan
membuat ‘L Parking’.
Pada sebelah petangnya, acara sukaneka telah diadakan dengan pelbagai aktiviti
menarik seperti Phua Chu Kang, Charlie Chaplin dan Back Catch. Selain itu,
pertandingan bola sepak pantai juga telah berlangsung dengan menyaksikan
pihak pengurusan menewaskan pasukan warga kerja dengan jaringan 2-1.
Sejurus selepas itu, menyusul pula perlawanan di antara pasukan ahli keluarga
menentang pasukan warga kerja DRB-HICOM yang berkesudahan pasukan
warga kerja menang dengan jaringan 2-1.
Jamuan makan malam yang bertemakan “Kampung Nelayan” telah berlangsung
pada sebelah malamnya. Para hadirin tidak kering gusi dengan lawak jenaka
bersahaja yang dijayakan oleh Nabil dan Zizan, selaku selebriti jemputan pada
majlis tersebut.
Kesemua yang hadir pulang pada keesokan harinya dengan penuh keceriaan.