2013 Jan - Mar Issue
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2013 Jan - Mar Issue
Jan - Mar 2013 one synergy INSI DE MICA (P) 122/03/2012 2 Company News • SSH’s Inaugural HOD Workshop 2012 • OSEA 2012: The 19th International Oil and Gas Industry Exhibition and Conference 3 Happenings • MDAS Road show • Donation Drive at KS Energy Group • Spreading Holiday Cheers and Good tidings 4 Our Products and Services • Tranter Character matter • Who am I? 5 Up Close & Personal • An Interview with Terence Lim on Versatility and Enthusiasm News Abroad • Yes! To Offshore Productivity Seminar 6 7 Safety First at KS • Forklift Safety My Travel Notes • On a Backpack Trail to Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China 8 Employees’ Corner • Snapped! • New Baby on the Block • Just Got Married • Quiz CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE Dear Colleagues, This issue marks the closing of an eventful year and the beginning of a new one with new aspirations and goals that we have set out for our organisation and ourselves. Our hard work over the last few years are now showing results as the Group begins to deliver improved financial performance. Both our Distribution and Drilling subsidiaries have done well this year. Our Distribution subsidiary has been successful in expanding its footprints in the Asia Pacific region. Our increased focus on projects has delivered a healthy order book. In Indonesia, increased exploration and development activities in the country have kept our Drilling subsidiary busy. In November this year, we celebrated the launching of the KS Java Star and this rig is now on its way to commence work in the Madura fields. This is only a first step for us. As activities in the oil and gas industry continue to pick up speed in Indonesia, there are abundant opportunities for both our Drilling and Distribution subsidiaries. Our ready network in the country will help facilitate our entry into this fast growing market. Looking into 2013, I expect it to be an exciting year for us. Organisationally, while we are operating more efficiently, there will always be more room for improvement. On the business front, we have to look for more opportunities and I foresee that many of these will come from Asia. To achieve our vision to become a leader in our industry, teamwork and cooperation among team members are extremely important. Having undergone the changes over the last few years, we are now more streamlined and focused. I hope the teams locally and regionally will work closely together and foster the camaraderie that will make us an organisation of choice for everyone. As we enter into the festive seasons, I take this opportunity to wish all of you a Happy and Successful 2013 and Gong Xi Fa Cai to all our colleagues who are celebrating the Lunar New Year. May the New Year bring good health, abundance and happiness to you and your family. Mr Kris Taenar Wiluan Chairman & CEO 1 COMPANY NEWS SSH’s Inaugural HOD Workshop 2012 SSH initiated the inaugural HOD Workshop 2012 held at the Orchid Country Club on 12 October 2012. Facilitated by Simon Ng from the HR-Learning & Development (L&D) Department, the workshop started with TEAM building activities and culminated with a ‘Gangnam’ dance by the HODs. Richard Wiluan attended the workshop and provided the team with valuable strategies to move forward. Drawing key principles from Sun Tzu Art of War for business and learning values from Toyota, General Motors and IKEA, the HODs rolled up their sleeves and were in the thick of actions. They analysed the strength, weaknesses and threats in the macro business environment and mapped out the opportunities and prioritisation. The workshop ended with a presentation on the action plans to move the organisation forward. Article by Simon Ng The team wrapped up the workshop amassing lots of energy and enthusiasm and were eagerly looking forward to implement the action plans. CK says: This workshop is an important event in our strategic thrust to grow the organisation. In a fast-paced business environment, I re-emphasize again that we need to ‘re-sharpened our axe’ in our endeavour to ‘cut the right tree’ with speed and accuracy. This will require business units to align with organisational goals; constantly identify strengths & weaknesses, business opportunities & threats; build consensus and implement the action plans. The workshop has achieved the objectives. CK Eng joined the 2nd half of the workshop despite his busy schedule and provided valuable insights and addressed ideas raised in the group discussion. I look forward to more of such workshop being conducted at unit level. OSEA 2012: OSEA 2012 exhibition successfully concluded on 30th November 2012. Some of the highlights of OSEA 2012 included the visit of distinguished Guest-of-Honour, Mr S. Iswaran, Minister – Prime Minister’s Office, Second Minister for Home Affairs and Trade & Industry to the KS Distribution booth and he was warmly welcomed by our Chairman, Mr. Kris Wiluan. KS Distribution was one of the only two companies that Mr S. Iswaran had visited during OSEA 2012. This was also the first OSEA 2012 that featured KS Distribution as an integrated company and the KS Distribution booth had featured 32 principals via product displays and posters, making the booth one of the most comprehensive in the show. The 19th International Oil and Gas Industry Exhibition and Conference Contributed by KSD Marketing Dept The four days exhibition brought the sales personnel from various entities closer together as they experienced many areas of cooperation during the exhibition including introduction of customers to various products from the various entities. The team leaders of the show, who were the various MDs of the exhibiting entities, ensured that everyone represented the company well. The night of 29th November 2012 was also a special one to remember as KS Distribution held a special networking night at Harry’s Bar (Marina Bay Link Mall), on the sidelines of OSEA 2012, to invite all our valued customers, principals and partners to network with our sales personnel and management. This networking night was attended by a total of 208 personnel. After the conclusion of OSEA 2012, positive outcomes have been reported including immediate sales closed for products on display and some 94 potential leads generated as well as encouraging examples of various entities working together. More than 500 visitors were recorded to have visited the booth. We would like to thank the OSEA committee and the participants from various entities for their contribution to the success of OSEA 2012 exhibition. Photos from OSEA 2012 can be found both on the Intranet as well as the KS Distribution website events page. Editorial Team Publisher KS Energy Limited 19 Jurong Port Road Singapore 619093 Tel: (65) 6577 4600 Fax: (65) 6577 4618 Editorial Committee Celina Leong, Julie Lim, Jenny Li Overseas Correspondents Editorial Advisor Goh Hoi Lai, Rebecca Lian Dian Christina, Nguyen Bihn Phuong, Sirinipa Tupasuwan (Khun Noi), Mei Wah Lau, Fay Ye Rong Juan Chief Editor Design Cornfield Design Communication Block 1003 Toa Payoh Industrial Park #06-1527 Singapore 319075 Tel: (65) 6358 2163 Fax: (65) 6358 2162 Dr. Ong Geok Quee Editor Loida Tibayan 2 Printer Spectrum Zone International Pte Ltd Block 1022 Tai Seng Avenue #02-3528 Tai Seng Industrial Estate Singapore 534415 Tel: (65) 6299 3066 Fax: (65) 6295 3134 KS One Synergy is a quarterly newsletter, jointly published by KS Energy Group of Companies and distributed FREE to all employees, principals/ partners, clients, vendors and stakeholders. Letters, articles and messages from everyone are most welcome. Opinions and comments expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the view of the editor and the company. Please mail your correspondence to: Editor KS One Synergy 19 Jurong Port Road Singapore 619093 Email: onggq@ksenergy.com.sg HAPPENINGS MDAS Roadshow at KS Donation Drive at KS Energy Group Our friends from MDAS recently conducted a roadshow in KS Canteen on 19 November 2012. This particular event comprised: a Selling of Handicraft (Note book, Greeting card, Tote bag, Button badge, Photo frame, Ceramic tile, Work station magnet, Paper clips, Toy Bear, Story Book Sophie “why can’t you walk”, Calendar, Canvas painting, Ez-link sticker) b Craft Painting Demo c Interaction with MDAS volunteers KS staff appreciated the hand-painted crafts and designed merchandise items like notebooks, badges and magnetic hearts and tiles. Wesley, an artist from MDAS was given the opportunity to showcase his creativity. This activity has given the employees an enriching and worthwhile experience of helping people unconditionally and graciously. Dinner and Dance 2013 Be ready for the fun and excitement for the upcoming KSE Group’s Dinner and Dance to be held in Orchard Hotel on 22 February 2013. Mark your calendar and be there! KS Energy Group in partnership with the Salvation Army have joined hands once again in a community project dubbed the “Donation Drive for Recyclable Items 2012”. The donation drive is part of our efforts to help the community and encourage recycling, which is in line with the Group’s CSR initiatives. Held on December 5-6, 2012, once again, there was an overwhelming response from all the staff by generously donating garments, shoes, bags, toys, computers, accessories, desks, cabinets, beds etc. The event was a success, as it not only generated smile in the lives of those who will receive the goods, it also left an imprint in the hearts of the staff. Spreading Holiday Cheers and Good Tidings It’s that time of year again. As KS employees begin to wade through the sudden onslaught of holiday cards and gifts and party invites, a simple and sweet way to make them smile is to offer them a tasty treat. The Management through the KS Group Recreation Committee (GRC) distributed fruits and chocolates to all employees on December 14, 2012 to promote the spirit of sharing and giving. 3 OUR PRODUCTS AND SERVICES KS Flow Control obtained the distribution rights to sell Tranter Heat Exchanger, an energy saving, high performance, ease of installation / maintenance product necessitate for storage tank and terminal. For enquiries and additional information, please contact Edward Koh, GM- Valves Division at 6415-8825 or edward.koh@ksflowcontrol.com In addition to Oil and Chemical storage application, there is also a vast opportunity for Tranter product in the Marine Industry particularly, on-board FPSO as well as FSO vessels. Tranter Plate Coil principle, compare to conventional Pipe Coil, delivers more efficient, economical and uniform heating and cooling to any application whether to lower viscosity to ease flow or maintaining constant temperature to prevent product crystallization. Infineum, Cheveron and Oil Tanking are among some of renowned industrial players using Tranter Plat Coil heat exchangers with wideranging applications from jacketed-tanks & vessels, suction heaters, heat recovery banks, storage tanks heaters, to shipboard heaters & coolers. CHARACTER MATTERS Who Am I? Article by an anonymous person A young woman went to her mother and told her about her life and how things were so hard for her. She did not know how she was going to make it and wanted to give up. She was tired of fighting and struggling. It seemed as one problem was solved a new one arose. Her mother took her to the kitchen. She filled three pots with water and placed each on a high fire. Soon the pots came to a boil. In the first, she placed carrots, in the second she placed eggs, and the last she placed tea leaves. She let them sit and boil, without saying a word. In about twenty minutes she turned off the burners. She fished the carrots out and placed them in a bowl. She pulled the eggs out and placed them in a bowl. Then she ladled the tea out and placed it in a bowl. they were soft. She then asked her to take an egg and break it. After pulling off the shell, she observed the hard-boiled egg. Finally, she asked her to sip the tea. The daughter smiled, as she tasted its wonderful flavor. The daughter then asked. “What does it mean, Mother?” Her mother explained that each of these objects had faced the same adversity boiling water but each reacted differently. The carrot went in strong, hard, and unrelenting. However, after being subjected to the boiling water, it softened and became weak. The egg had been fragile. Its thin outer shell had protected its liquid interior. But, after sitting through the boiling water, its inside became hardened. The tea leaves were unique, however. After they were in the boiling water, they had changed the water. Turning to her daughter, she asked, “Tell me, what you see?” ”Carrots, eggs, and tea,” she replied. She brought her closer and asked her to feel the carrots. She did and noted that “Which are you?” she asked her daughter. “When adversity knocks on your door, how do you respond? Are you a carrot, an egg, or tea leaves? “Think of this: Which am I? Am I the carrot that 4 seems strong, but with pain and adversity, do I wilt and become soft and lose my strength? Am I the egg that starts with a malleable heart, but changes with the heat? Did I have a fluid spirit, but after a death, a breakup, a financial hardship or some other trial, have I become hardened and stiff? Does my shell look the same, but on the inside am I bitter and tough with a stiff spirit and hardened heart? Or am I like the tea leaves? The leaves actually change the hot water, the very circumstance that brings the pain. When the water gets hot, it releases the fragrance and flavor. If you are like the tea leaves, when things are at their worst, you get better and change the situation around you. When the hour is the darkest and trials are their greatest do you elevate to another level? How do you handle adversity? Are you a carrot, an egg, or tea leaves? UP CLOSE & PERSONAL An Interview with Terence Lim on Versatility and Enthusiasm education. A total of 150 bicycles and helmets were also donated as a mode of transportation allowing these children to attend schools. As the Deputy Managing Director for SSH Corporation, he adopts a “Management by Walking Around” style in order for him to interact with the employees more often to find out their concerns and suggestions. He quipped, “In most instances, I would call myself a democratic manager. I try to draw on people’s knowledge and skills, create a group commitment to the resulting goals in order to tap the collective wisdom of the group.” His work experiences in China and Thailand have taught him valuable lessons and insights. Having exposed to managing different cultures, he believes that anyone who tries to be the best that he can be is the type of person he can work with most effectively. Terence Lim is representative of his generation in a surprising number of ways: He has a developed sense of versatility, a diverse career exposure and intimate relationship with his family - above all a sport enthusiast. off at 5am from East Coast to Jalan Buroh then back to East Coast before completing the loop at Changi Village covering a total distance of about 80km. Sometimes, I would cycle on my own in Mandai area using a shorter route.” Asked about how he starts his day, he quipped “For working days, I will usually wake up early in the morning and walk my 2 dogs, have breakfast and read the morning newspaper. “ Terence is proud to share with us that KS Energy Group co-sponsored The Tour Of Hope 2012 and sincerely thank the group for supporting the good cause. In November 2012, working with the WorldVision Foundation of Thailand, Terence with a group of likeminded friends from all over the world completed a 750km Charity Cycling Tour from Bangkok to Phuket. The sponsorship was used to build a library and community centre at the Ban Tubjark School in Ranong Province North of Phuket. The library and community centre will benefit 2,000 children and adults living there. A family man who makes it a point to have dinner at home, he explained, “If possible, I will try to squeeze in a run before dinner and spend quality time with my 3 sons- Ashton (4.5 years old), Aidan (2.5 years old) and Asher (1 year old) after dinner”. Every Saturday, Terence makes a point to catch up with his wife over lunch by leaving his kids with the in-laws. Terence’s love for sports started him playing rugby at 16 till his 30s. With age, he does less impact sports now and cycling is his new found passion. He said, “On most weekend, with a group of cycling friends, we would start On how Terence sees the company grow, he quoted Abraham Lincoln’s “Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other.” He believes that growth is a pre-requisite for business success. We need to expand market share, seek out related and new market opportunities, and constantly pursue new customers. To grow successfully, we need to build upon our success with current customer and grow outward from there. On his aspirations, Terence strives to be the best that he can be. He hopes to provide sufficiently for his children and cultivate thoughtfulness in them and to have their own aspirations. “Life is a journey and not a destination” he added. Many children in Thailand live far from their schools usually beyond walking distance. Coupled with limited public transportation, children are often deprived of proper NEWS ABROAD Yes! To Offshore Productivity Seminar Article by Nguyen Bihn Phuong, KSD Vietnam Our colleagues from KSD Vietnam participated in the Offshore Week which started on October 15, 2012 in Cleveland, Ohio. This event showcased and exhibited the latest welding technology for the offshore and shipbuilding markets, including new products and processes which will be released to the global market in the coming year. Focused on proven solutions which can reduce overall welding cost as it relates to offshore construction & fabrication. The experts in welding processes, material science, equipment and welding consumables were presented and live demonstrations of these technologies were showcased in the Application Engineering Lab and Automation Centre. 5 SAFETY FIRST AT KS ForkliftSafety 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Train, evaluate and certify all operators to ensure that they can operate forklifts safely; Do not allow anyone under 18 years old to operate a forklift; Properly maintain haulage equipment, including tires; Before using a forklift, examine it for hazardous conditions which would make it unsafe to operate; Follow safe procedures for picking up, putting down and stacking loads; Drive safely, never exceeding 5 mph and slow down in congested areas or those with slippery surfaces; Ensure that the operator wears a seatbelt installed by the manufacturer; 6 8 9 10 11 Never drive up to a person standing in front of a fixed object such as a wall or stacked materials; Prohibit stunt driving and horseplay; Do not handle loads that are heavier than the weight capacity of the forklift; Remove unsafe or defective trucks from service until the defect is properly repaired; 12 13 14 15 Maintain sufficiently safe clearances for aisles and at loading docks or passages where forklifts are used; Ensure adequate ventilation either by opened doors/windows or using a ventilation system to provide enough fresh air to keep concentrations of noxious gases from engine exhaust below acceptable limits; Provide covers and/or guardrails to protect workers from the hazards of open pits, tanks, v ats and ditches; Train employees on the hazards associated with the combustion byproducts of forklift operation, such as carbon monoxide. MY TRAVEL NOTES On a Backpack Trail to Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China This travel tale was written by pen book – Lawson Wang caretaker teams responsible for the national state administration of gardens and cultural heritage. The implementing protection measures in compliance with national standards for the protection of world heritage sites in the Master Plan for the West Lake Scenic Area which include the 9 special plans of the municipal authority to take care ranging from transportation in West Lake Scenic Area; Westward Expansion of West Lake; Protection of the Beishan Historic and Cultural Street; Control over the Lingyin Scenic Area; and the Construction of the New Socialist Countryside in Hangzhou West Lake Scenic Area bear much of a wonder – if you don’t believe me wait till nature calls and you have to rush for a toilet, you would be amazed by the number of dos and don’ts regulation paste on every available walls. One morning last January, I woke up to find myself in this little Flower Inn-China Westlake Hotel at Westlake District of Hangzhou, China. I thought for a moment that I was in the Twilight Zone. In a moment of confusion I then realised that I was indeed on a backpack trail to this fairyland both ancient and modernised world of it owns. Hangzhou, Zheijiang is located on the northern bank of the Qiantang River southern end of the Grand Canal and is approximately 177km south-west of Shanghai. The journey from Shanghai to Hangzhou is about 2 hours 45 minutes by public transport that is if you don’t mind the bumpy, scary and heartshattering experience. “All the bus drivers here are ex-Formula One racers” the bus driver confessed – well for the budget which my wife approved I have no complaint. Hangzhou is the capital of Zhejiang Province a well-known tourist, historical and cultural city, one of the six ancient capitals in China. As a famous scenic city in China, it attracts more than 20 million domestic and foreign tourists every year. Marco Polo said of Hangzhou as the finest and most luxurious city in the world. You can view much of the old China from the West Lake Scenic Area which contains over 60 cultural relic sites and several attractions of natural beauty and over the hills is a total contrast - busting cosmopolitan city spread over by buildings, traffic congestion, people confusion, and the noise level is certainly unbearable. A cruise on the lake is a good option to view several sites and for those who love to drink tea and enjoy a moment of tranquillity this is the place you must come to visit. I took a boat ride in the West Lake and guest what I was told, the same boat man said that his ancestors-ancestors were all boat men before and they had used the same designed boats to ferry many inspired famous poets, scholars and artists who had wrote, painted and crafted their thoughts, inspiration and admiration of the West Lake Cultural Landscape of Hangzhou but felt short to add that emperor too had visited the great lake in between 9th to 16th centuries. For a few dollars, to let him earned his due and listen to his made believed story tale, is certainly worth the entertainment. The West Lake and hills surrounding its three sides stood numerous temples, pagodas, pavilions, gardens and ornamental trees, as well as causeways and artificial islands. The design, landscape and construction elements bore many influences of the Chinese, Japanese and Korean traditions and cultures, a series of vistas reflecting an idealised fusion and balance between humans and nature. I was told that although they love the tourists’ dollars and welcome foreigners with open arms but the worry and fear of losing their cultural heritage is entrenched deep inside them. They reiterated the need to strengthen the community management system, local education and to connect the interests of stakeholders in ensuring a balance approach between nature digression and economic benefits. The large number of visitors come every year has compounded their growing concerns, vulnerability and impact on the authenticity of the site need a high priority in relation to the overall management that should not rely solely on laws and regulations alone. Back to the hotel reality kicks into my senses and before I could sit back to relax and pamper over a well spread 15-dish dinner, it is also time to backpack my belongings and head for home the next morning after a 2-day of wondering into this little Shanghai-La of Hangzhou. The cultural landscape of the West Lake displays the great clarity of Chinese aesthetics of the Tang and Song Dynasties, and it demonstrates a profound impact of harmony and beauty not only in China but also “mankind appreciation and preservation of nature” as inscribed by the UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) on 24th June 2011. It is not surprising to note that the entire and surrounding properties are well and over protected at both national and provincial level of laws and regulations from anything-toeverything to ensure the site would continue to survive and preserve for another 1,000 years. There are a total of 6 laws and regulations, 3 national and provincial management and 7 EMPLOYEES’ CORNER New Baby on the Block Snapped! KSE GRC brough t th “mini snack pa e staff ’s favourite sar-m 23 November 20alam” on 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Our colleagues tog valued partners du ether with customers, principals and ring th Night at Harry’s Bare OSEA 2012 Special Networking on 29th November 2012. 1 Do An Nhien Parents: Do Khac Hiep (KSD Vietnam) & Tran Huynh Ngoc Chau 2 Tran Bao Ngoc Parents: Tran Dinh Bao Vinh (KSD Vietnam) & Tao Thi Lyna 3 Tran The Vu Parents: Tran The Hoan & Tran Thuy Nhu Thuy (KSD Vietnam) 4 Hoang An Nhien Parents: Hoang Minh Thanh & Nguyen Thi Kim Trang (KSD Vietnam) 5 Alika Khanzia Prasetya Parents: Dean Prasetyo & Yanti Rahmawati (PT Suryasarana Hidupjaya Jakarta) 6 Jayden Jonah Raia Waspodo Parents: Ajar Waspodo & Yosephine Yossy Young (PT AT Oceanic Offshore Jakarta) 7 Gibran Nur Ramadhan Parents: Sri Annisa & Agung Nurdiana (PT Suryasarana Hidupjaya Jakarta) 8 Isabel Gemma Wiluan Parents: Richard Wiluan (KSD) & Ginny Chew 9 Muhd Adiel Naufal Parents: Azli Bin Abd Aziz (KSFC) & Nurakalili Bte Johar 10 Wong Chiu Yu Parents: Shaman Wong & Amy Chan (RSHK) Just Got Married Mr Ridho Aji Prehana (PT Suryasarana Hidupjaya Jakaand) and Ms Fitriana Zahroh Quiz! Guess the Fruit… Guess it right and get a mystery prize… Please send your answer to ksonesynergy@ksenergy.com.sg latest by 31 January 2013. Don’t forget to include your company’s name and contact number. A lucky winner will receive a mystery gift! 8 Mr Wendi Sudana (PT AT Mr Hassan and Oceanic Offshore Jakarta) Ms Nuraishah (SSH) and Ms Irmawati Effendi Quiz Winner (Oct to Dec 2012 Issue) The answer to “Guess the Fruit” is: BlackBerry Bush Blackberry bushes are those plants bearing an edible fruit produced by Rubus fruticosus, or any of several hybrids between that species and others of the Rubus genus in the Rosaceae family. The history of these plants has been traced to some of the ancient cultures and civilizations. Blackberries are high in antioxidants, vitamins, dietary fiber, and folic acid and it is said that the fruits were used by the ancient Romans and Greeks for medicinal as well as culinary purposes. They are mostly found as wild plants, but in some regions these shrubs are cultivated. Blackberries can be either consumed while fresh or processed for jellies, jams, preserves, wine, and pies.