Odyssey July 2010

Odyssey
PP 16494/09/2010 (025475)
Vol. 04 July 2010 / Rejab - Syawal 1431H
Sharifah Rokiah
Centre of Excellence
Group Revenue Jumps How ICAM
to a 10-year High to Can Power Ambitions
RM6.31 billion
Contents
Odyssey
4th JULY
volume
10
Cover Story
4 A Day at Sharifah Rokiah Centre of Excellence
5 Sharifah Rokiah Centre of Excellence
Feature Story
10 How ICAM Can Power Ambitions
pg
13 Introducing ICAM to the Media
Business News
2 Group Revenue Jumps to a 10-year
High to RM6.31 billion
3 Award-Winning Audi A5 Coupe
Comes to Town!
Products & Services
21 Audi R8 Spyder Makes Cinematic
Appearance / PUSPAKOM Goes
Into Action
22 The All-New Honda Freed
15 Tour of Islamic Arts Museum
Malaysia / Group Visit to the New
Straits Times
16 Top Suzuki Dealer Upgrades
Corporate Responsibility
23 GGCC Re-hosts Golf Sahabat with
31 CR Initiatives by Uni.Asia Life
32 Glenmarie Properties Upgrade and Expand
24 DRB-HICOM Hope Summer
Digest Trusted Brands / Glenmarie
Properties Certified ISO 9001:2008
Camp 2010
17 1st Anniversary of MODENAS
26 MODENAS Convoy Visits
GT128 / LPP Gets 13 Units HICOM
Perkasa Trucks
Kluang Orphanage / CPAP Equipment
Donation
18 DEFTECH at Defence Services
27 Honda Malaysia’s Rhino Roadshow
Financing Deal
30 Giving the “Gift of Life”
33 Honda Wins Gold in Reader’s
25 Staff Children Rewarded for
20 RM250 million Syndicated Islamic
Gotong-Royong at Charis Home
The Premier
Services / Suzuki Malaysia Exports
to Brunei
Exhibition 2010
29 Care for Travellers /
General News
14 Deputy Minister, MITI Visits
Pekan / Minister of Higher Education
Visits ICAM
5
Excellence in Studies
28 Alam Flora at JPSPN Recycling
Campaign / Alam Flora Talk on Waste
Disposal to Mark Earth Day
34 Malaysian Boys’ and Girls’ Golf Champions 2010 / Staff Appreciation Lunch at Rebak Island Resort, Langkawi
35 Mother’s Day Observance /
Secretaries, Take a Break! Luncheon 2010
Travel & Leisure
36 Glenmarie Golf & Country Club
Editor’s MESSAGE
In this issue, the audited results of DRB-HICOM for fiscal
year ended 31 March 2010 show the success of the Group’s
diverse business interests.
As the Group moves forward, its services sector is being
quickly expanded with the setting up of the International
College of Automotive (ICAM). The college is not merely
to serve the interests of the Group but more to nurture a
skilled and knowledgeable technical workforce that will
promote the automotive industry at the national and
international levels.
The ICAM also supports our national aspirations
through education, as the Group is keenly aware of the
need to develop the nation’s human capital to maintain a
competitive edge.
In line with our corporate responsibility objectives, we
have also contributed towards the establishment and
development of the Albukhary International University
(AIU). The AIU complements the ICAM by providing a
potential stream of graduates to take on executive positions
in DRB-HICOM’s non-auto core businesses.
The end results create access to R&D facilities to enhance
existing businesses as well as to venture into emerging areas
such as green technology and sustainable development.
In other news, the Board of Directors and senior
management have been rather active in visiting the
Albukhary Complex in Kedah, the Islamic Arts Museum
Malaysia and the New Straits Times office.
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BUSINESS
News
Group Revenue Jumps
to a 10-year High
to RM6.31 billion
D
RB-HICOM Berhad recorded
a 10-year high in revenue at
RM6.31 billion from all its
operations and pre-tax profits
for the financial year ending 31 March 2010
(FY10) operating profits soared by 115
per cent to RM446.5 million compared to
RM207.4 million the year before.
“This is an accomplishment for the Group,
as we achieved this outstanding results
notwithstanding the rather subdued
economy and it is very much a testament to
the fundamentals that have seen the Group
grow from strength to strength,” said DRBHICOM Berhad Group Managing Director
YBhg Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil.
He attributed it to the Group’s foresight in
anticipating repercussions from the economic
crisis as early as the 2007 US subprime
meltdown. Prudent cost management coupled
31 Mar 2009
SEGMENTAL ANALYSIS
- REVENUE
3%
RM175m
Property &
Infrastructure
30%
RM1.94b
Services
65%
RM3.99b
Automotive
Total : RM6.10 billion
with a Group-wide emphasis on innovation to
increase revenue streams also helped increase
profits.
Fifty seven per cent of the Group’s revenue
came from its automotive core business,
FIVE YEARS GROUP REVENUE
RM Mil
8000
7000
6,101
6,314
6000
5000
4000
4,102
3,523
2,905
3000
2000
1000
0
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
31 Mar 2010
2%
RM152m
Property &
Infrastructure
41%
RM2.56b
57%
RM3.60b
Automotive
Services
Total : RM6.31 billion
while its fast-growing
contributed 41 per cent.
services
sector
“Now our services core business is being
expanded to include education with the
setting up of the Group’s International
College of Automotive (ICAM). ICAM
was set up not only to provide skilled and
knowledgeable workforce to support the
Group automotive business but also the
automotive industry of the nation.”
Taking into account the exceptional one-off
gain of RM211.43 million from disposing
its estates in FY10 compared to the gain
of RM567.6 million on divesting EON
Capital Berhad the previous year, the Group
posted a pre-tax profit of RM657.9 million
compared to RM774.9 million in the last
financial year.
The Board proposed a final dividend of 2.5
sen gross per share less taxation for FY10,
in addition to the interim dividend of 1.5
sen gross per share amounting to RM21.75
million paid on 29 March 2010.
BUSINESS
News
Award-Winning
Audi A5 Coupe
Comes to Town!
Y
Bhg Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil
Jamil, Chairman of Euromobil
Sdn Bhd, the sole distributor of
Audi cars in Malaysia, unveiled
the new A5 Coupe at the Audi Glenmarie
Centre on 13 July 2010.
The design of this sporty and elegant car is
both iconic and a cutting edge. It bagged the
“2010 Design Award of the Federal Republic
of Germany,” the fourth time an Audi model
has won this prestigious accolade. Preceding
winners were the Audi A4 Avant, the Audi
A3, and the Audi A2. The coveted award
recognises outstanding achievements in
product or communication design. Walter
de Silva, now Head of Design for the
Volkswagen Group, says the A5 Coupe is the
most beautiful car he has ever designed.
Audi has breathed new life into the classic
two-door sports coupe with precise lines,
expressive façade, distinctive tail end, sporty
silhouette and innovative headlight styling.
The signature Audi precision and high-tech
engineering are reflected in the daytime
running lights comprising eight LEDs on
each side.
The turbo-charged 2.0 FSI engine with direct
fuel injection creates 211 bhp power and 350
Nm torque to ensure intense acceleration at
all times. The engine power is completed with
quattro four-wheel drive via a seven-speed S
tronic (dual-clutch transmission) gearbox to
provide unrivalled performance in its class.
Priced at RM399,900.00 OTR without
insurance, the A5 Coupe comes with the
Plush and elegant interior
Audi S line package and Bang & Olufsen
sound system making driving a real acoustic
experience. The system has 14 speakers, 500
watts of music output, surround sound and
active driving noise compensation.
The Audi network in Malaysia comprises
3S centres (sales, service and spare parts)
in Glenmarie, Selangor; Juru, Penang; and
Johor Bahru, Johor.
From left to right: YBhg Dato’ Nik Hamdam Nik Hassan (Group Director, Automotive, DRB-HICOM
Berhad), YBhg Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil (Group Managing Director, DRB-HICOM Berhad and
Chairman, Euromobil Sdn Bhd), YBhg Tan Sri Marzuki Mohd Noor (Chairman, Edaran Otomobil Nasional
(EON)), Encik Stanley Tan (Chief Executive Officer, Euromobil Sdn Bhd) and YBhg Dato’ Lukman Ibrahim
(Group Chief Financial Officer, DRB-HICOM Berhad)
The Audi Terminal is a state-of-theart showroom in Jalan Imbi, Kuala
Lumpur. A new After Sales Service Center
operates along Jalan Chan Sow Lin,
Kuala Lumpur.
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COVER
Story
A Day at Sharifah Rokiah
Centre of Excellence
A
delegation
comprising
the
Board of Directors and senior
management of DRB-HICOM
Berhad went on a tour of
Albukhary Complex in Alor Setar on 19 June
2010 to get acquainted with the charitable
efforts of Yayasan Albukhary (Albukhary
Foundation).
The group of 41 led by Group Chairman
YBhg Dato’ Syed Mohamad Syed Murtaza
and Group Managing Director YBhg Dato’
Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil was warmly
greeted by the personnel of the Albukhary
Foundation.
The Albukhary Complex, also known
as Sharifah Rokiah Centre of Excellence
houses Albukhary International University
(AIU), Hospital and Dialysis Centre,
Community Education Centre, Albukhary
Orphanage and commercial centre Souq
Albukhary. By 2012, the complex will
include a centre for children with special
needs, a hostel for the elderly and a girls'
orphanage.
The tour began with an audio-visual
presentation showing the university and
YBhg Dato’ Syed Mohamad Syed Mur
Mansor Barakbah, Advsisor to Albu taza receiving a token of appreciation from YBhg Dato’ Paduka Syed
khary Complex
the medical and community services
within the complex. It was followed by a
walking tour which began at AIU grounds
and ended at the commercial centre, Souq
Albukhary.
YBhg Tan Sri Syed Mokhtar Albukhary
who came from humble beginnings and
started giving back to society at the age
23 when he contributed half of his first
monthly salary of RM1,500 to the poor.
The visit allowed everyone present to
appreciate the charitable work of the
founder of the Albukhary Foundation,
Since 1996, the Albukhary Foundation
has donated more than RM1 billion
to charity.
Touring the convention hall
Socialising during the walkabout
Souq Albukhary
A short briefing on the tour
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Story
Sharifah Rokiah
Centre of Excellence
The Albukhary Foundation is committed to improving the lives of the
underprivileged through numerous initiatives.
Sharifah Rokiah Centre of Excellence
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“AIU’s founding
principle is that
knowledge,
capability, values
and good character
determine socioeconomic growth and
political stability of
any country. ”
Upon entering the Albukhary International University
T
he Sharifah Rokiah Centre of
Excellence at Jalan Langgar,
Mukim Alor Malai in Alor
Setar, Kedah, is owned,
built and managed by the
philanthropic
Albukhary
Foundation
established in mid-1996 by YBhg Tan Sri
Dato’ Seri Syed Mokhtar Albukhary to focus
on social welfare, education, religion, culture
and international initiatives for the needy,
especially the underprivileged and disabled.
an elderly centre, Albukhary Medical and
Dialysis Centre, a commercial zone, hostels,
sports complex and other facilities.
The huge 80-plus acre centre is an
integrated complex of various charitable
public service facilities to benefit the less
fortunate among the local population and
international community.
The AIU targets bright students from poor
Asian and African communities. Many come
from countries without organisations to help
them or provide them with opportunities to
further their studies. Selected on the basis of
their family income, leadership qualities and
academic excellence, they are given higher
education so that they can contribute back
to society after graduation.
This self-contained community comprises
the Albukhary International University
(AIU), Albukhary Mosque, an orphanage,
Inside the convention hall
The Albukhary Convention Hall
ALBUKHARY INTERNATIONAL
UNIVERSITY
The RM500 million Albukhary International
University (AIU) is fully funded by the
Albukhary Foundation and its students fully
sponsored by the university.
Launched in 2005, the AIU scholarship
programme placed undergraduates in
several public universities in Malaysia
while the campus was under construction.
Among its 3,000 total student enrolment,
70 per cent are foreign and 30 per
cent Malaysian.
Before starting a degree course, students
undergo a foundation programme
studying the English language, Malaysian
studies, mathematics and science. Being
an international university, English is its
medium of instruction.
AIU’s School of Business Studies, School
of Social Studies and School of Computer
Science and Information Technology offer
courses in business, accounting, science
and computers. Community service is an
integral part of the curriculum. Degrees
The Albukhary Library and its beautiful ceiling (below)
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Within the walls of the Albukhary Mosque
are awarded in Information Technology,
Business Studies, and Social Sciences.
ALBUKHARY MOSQUE
The imposing Albukhary Mosque is
influenced by Middle Eastern architecture
and its two minarets are inspired by
the Nabawi Mosque in Madinah. Two
prayer halls comfortably accommodate
10,000 worshippers.
Long and short term courses are held
all-year round for devotees. The mosque
website provides an interactive platform
for fostering rapport with the public.
An integral part of the mosque, its
children’s library is a resource centre for
reading, poetry recitals and calligraphy
The Albukhary Mosque
classes to cultivate interest in Islamic arts
and literature.
ALBUKHARY ORPHANAGE CENTRE
With accommodation for 112 orphans,
the orphanage has dormitories, study
room, library, recreational, TV and
laundry facilities to provide a conducive
environment for living.
The current 54 orphans come from the
surrounding areas for formal schooling,
computer lessons, religious classes
and extracurricular activities. Special
programmes motivate them with positive
thinking and good values so they can
succeed in life and cultivate self-esteem.
Regular visits to the elderly instill respect,
care and responsibility for the aged
in them.
One of the many intricate designs in the compound
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“YBhg Tan Sri Syed Mokhtar treats them
like his children and takes very good care
of them,” said one of the caretakers.
Mohd Azrul Azwan, a fifth former,
from Pokok Sena Kedah has lived in
the home for the past eight years. The
fourth child in a family of five, his father
died when he was 10. The home is a
comfortable environment for him to live
and study and he learns discipline and
good behaviour as well.
We like it here - The boys giving their thumbs up
Another fifth former, Hassan Basri from
Sik, Kedah, has stayed there for seven
years. The youngest in a family of eight
who has lost both parents, he said, “This
is my home and I only go back to my
kampung during Hari Raya.”
SENIOR CITIZENS
EDUCATION CENTRE
Since opening in 2002, more than 4,000
people have attended religious courses there.
Dedicated to pensioners and senior citizens,
this facility can cater up to 112 participants
at any one time.
The dining hall where the orphans dine
In 2010, the centre’s programmes emphasise
religious knowledge for Muslim women,
recent Muslim converts and single parents.
Beginners' classes in Islamic arts and culture
such as calligraphy are given to the elderly as
well. In a future development, this Centre
will also offer shelter to the homeless aged.
ALBUKHARY MEDICAL
& DIALYSIS CENTRE
Poor kidney patients in northern Malaysia
get free treatment in this 80-bed medical
facility with eight consultant clinics, three
radiology laboratories, three operation
theatres, pathology laboratory, blood bank
and 18 dialysis machines. It is supported
by the Health Ministry as it complements
government efforts to help those who are
unable to meet the RM30,000 annual cost
per person for dialysis.
Staff nurse Cik Wei Kim Lan said, “We
take patients who are without funding and
with nowhere to go like non-government
staff without medical benefits.”
Albukhary Medical & Dialysis Centre
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“…all the buildings
showcase different
Islamic architectural
styles”
Puan Hapisah Che’ Meh, 35, had gestational
diabetes and complications destroyed
both her kidneys. This mother of two has
no funding and undergoes dialysis while
waiting for a transplant.
Encik Sharul Affendi Hassan, a patient and helper
at the Dialysis Centre
One of the staff nurses, Cik Wei Kim Lan
Puan Robiah Ahmad, 57, was unaware of
her diabetic condition until her kidneys
failed. She is not working and undergoes
dialysis thrice a week. “I am grateful that
there is someone out there who is willing to
help someone like me.”
Encik Sharul Affendi Hassan, 22, said,
“I had very bad fever and the next thing I
knew my kidneys were gone.” Unable to get
a permanent job, he helps out at the centre
on days when he has no dialysis treatment to
show his gratitude.
Encik Rizwan Ismail, 41, from Kampung
Kok Bah, Pendang is unable to farm due to
failing kidneys. He currently sells poultry
at the market. Married with four kids, he
comes for treatment at the centre three
times a week.
Bank Muamalat
Encik Moti bin Man, 68, from Bukit Raya,
Pendang is a former padi farmer with ailing
kidneys. Referred to the centre by the
Sultanah Bahyah General Hospital, he has
been a patient at the centre for the past 16
months. He has five kids and his son brings
him for treatment three times a week.
MODENAS Showroom
SINGGAHAN ALBUKHARY
This housing facility caters for the families
of patients undergoing treatment at
the Albukhary Medical Centre. There
are 13 dormitories, 28 rooms and three
suites. Built with conference rooms and a
restaurant, it is also a venue for meetings
and functions.
SOUQ ALBUKHARY
The most modern shopping mall in Alor
Setar, the three-storey Souq Albukhary is
a commercial area for small and medium
Bumiputra entrepreneurs to serve the local
community. It is characterised by Islamic
design motifs and architectural styles from
Mughal and Moorish heritage.
There are three sections linked to each other
by bridges. The wet market with elevators,
toilets and a changing room has 132 stalls
for vendors. The 62-outlet arcade has Giant
Hypermarket as its anchor tenant, 16
retailers on the first three levels, 13 mini
outlets in the basement and offices above the
concourse. The 27-outlet bazaar includes a
MODENAS Showroom, a USF Selection
Auto Showroom, a Bank Muamalat branch,
merchandisers and a food court.
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The first intake students in ICAM
nce
The ICAM Entra
ICAM Students
in the classroom
How ICAM Can
Power Ambitions
An exclusive interview on DRB-HICOM’s
role in developing human capital
FEATURE
A
s the only integrated
automotive player in Malaysia,
DRB-HICOM Berhad wants
to uplift the whole value chain
of the auto industry.
In a three-pronged approach, the new
International College of Automotive
(ICAM) is its initiative to address the gap of
skilled personnel, turn Pekan into a regional
automotive knowledge hub and drive the
national auto industry forward.
“It’s time for the Group to contribute and
prepare the country for the auto industry,”
said YBhg Dato’ Lukman Ibrahim, Group
Chief Financial Officer, DRB-HICOM
Berhad, about the shortage of skilled and
knowledgeable automotive staff.
“We can’t rely on unskilled foreign
labour. We must move up the ladder in
order to bring in global OEMs, vehicle
manufacturers and other fields of the auto
industry. It’s a complex process.”
With the tagline
“Powering
Ambitions”,
ICAM intends
to realise the
aspirations of
individuals, the
Group and the
nation's auto
industry.
It is the Group’s strategy to sustain revenue
from the auto sector which stands at 57
per cent at present. The companies under
the Group’s automotive business are linked
to international players such as Honda,
YBhg Dato’ Lukman Ibrahim
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Isuzu, Suzuki, Mitsubishi, Audi and
Mercedes-Benz and it is also in business
partnerships with local players, PROTON
and PERODUA. This venture into the
education sector is slated to become a core
business eventually.
“We need to have a good supply of trained
labour and make sure we can attract more
foreign manufacturers. There is interconnectedness in what we are doing. Our
business sectors support each other with the
synergy of interdependence. Our vision is
to be a leader in automotive education and
provide the best educational knowledge and
experience for those who want to excel in
the industry.”
ICAM’s holistic approach combines relevant
technical and practical skills with the
financial aspects of business. Students are
taught to solve real-life issues and the basics
of operating a profitable business to make
them highly employable. With the tagline
“Powering Ambitions”, ICAM intends to
realise the aspirations of individuals, the
Group and the nation's auto industry.
ICAM aims to produce highly skilled
graduates who can perform immediately
because they are familiar with work
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per cent from the Group. Foreign students
will be admitted in the March 2011 intake
as queries have already come in from China,
the Middle East and Africa.
ICAM’s permanent campus adjacent to the
current site is to be ready in 2013 when the
institution attains university college status.
The campus will cover 37 acres and the
university village with housing facilities
another 22 acres.
YBhg Dato’ Lukman Ibrahim welcomes the new students in his speech
Once upgraded to university college,
ICAM plans twinning first degree and
post-graduate programmes with suitable
foreign universities. Owned by HICOM
University College Sdn Bhd (HUCSB), a
wholly owned subsidiary of DRB-HICOM
Berhad, ICAM’s courses are all taught
in English.
“We work with international partners and
use one common language which they are
familiar with,” explained Dato’ Lukman.
To kick start the ICAM, lecturers were
recruited internally for classroom lessons.
The instructors are locals with industry
experience and capable of imparting
practical knowledge. The faculty-student
ratio is 1:20 for technical courses and 1:25
for business and management courses.
Preparing the dorms for the new intake
“Our students will have direct application
of knowledge. Factory visits and
internships will expose them to in-depth
practical training.”
procedures and best practices. Guaranteed
jobs will place them in suitable positions
within the industry.
“ICAM balances theory with practice,”
he added. “Our students will have direct
application of knowledge. Factory visits
and internships will expose them to indepth practical training.”
ICAM, established in April 2010, is located
within
DRB-HICOM’s
Automotive
Complex in Pekan. Initially, ICAM offers
three 3-year diploma courses: Diploma in
Vehicle Assembly Management, Diploma
in Vehicle Inspection and Diploma in
Automotive Management Systems. Later,
diploma courses in downstream related
fields such as Auto Retail Management,
Auto Service Technology and Auto Parts
Management will be introduced.
The first intake of 75 students came from
the Group’s auto companies in March 2010.
The September 2010 intake has 70 per cent
places reserved for the local public and 30
According to DRB-HICOM Berhad
Group Managing Director, YBhg Dato’
Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil, auto
industry players must keep abreast with
the latest technological advances to remain
competitive and cannot compromise
on knowledge and skills in today’s everevolving business climate.
“World class manufacturing facilities
coupled with skilled and knowledgeable
workforce would definitely draw more
international auto manufacturers into
Pekan, which has been earmarked to be
an automotive hub under the East Coast
Economic Region Initiative,” he said.
The Group’s vision for ICAM is to make
the Pekan Automotive Complex a vibrant
and self-sustaining regional auto hub with
state-of-the-art automotive technology and
a pool of skilled labour.
BUSINESS
News
YBhg Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil expressing his hopes for ICAM
Introducing
ICAM to the Media
T
he International College Of
Automotive (ICAM) owned by
HICOM University College Sdn
Bhd (HUCSB), a wholly owned
subsidiary of DRB-HICOM Berhad, was
introduced at a media launch on 13 July.
Approved by the Ministry of Higher
Education on 2 April 2010, ICAM is a
private college set up to enable the Group’s
automotive workers to continuously upgrade
their skills and knowledge.
Besides supplying a continuous flow of trained
and experienced workers to the Group’s
automotive businesses, ICAM is also part
of the Group’s vision to realise the nation’s
aspiration of creating a knowledgeable and
skillful workforce as envisioned in the New
Economic Model policy of the government.
It includes the aim to make Pekan the home
of ICAM and the Group’s automotive
complex, a vibrant and self-sustaining
regional automotive centre which houses
automotive state-of-the-art technology and a
fully competent workforce.
ICAM is set to provide the best educational
experience for those wishing to excel in the
automotive industry. It sits on a 4.6 acre
campus located within the compounds
of DRB-HICOM’s Automotive Complex
in Pekan.
As a college established by an industry player
for the industry, it is designed to provide
technical and engineering automotive courses
plus management and business courses
related to the automotive industry in order
to produce highly employable graduates.
Students will be taught by lecturers with
extensive industrial experience.
“It is our fervent hope that ICAM will
eventually make significant contributions
to the country’s automotive industry,”
said YBhg Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil
Jamil, Group Managing Director, at the
media launch.
An ICAM student being interviewed by the Press during the media launch
Trained human capital is vital to
DRB-HICOM, the single largest fully
integrated automotive corporation in the
country, which is involved in every link
of the automotive supply chain from the
manufacture of automotive components
and assembly to distribution, after sales
support and vehicle inspection.
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News
Minister of
Higher Education
Visits ICAM
Y
YBhg Dato’ Lukman Ibrahim presenting a souvenir to YB Dato’ Mukhriz
Mahathir (left)
B Dato’ Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin, the Minister
of Higher Education, and his entourage visited the
International College of Automotive (ICAM) in Pekan
on 27 May 2010.
On arrival, they were received by YBhg Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil
Jamil, Group Managing Director of DRB-HICOM Berhad.
An official briefing of ICAM was given by YBhg Dato’ Lukman
Ibrahim, Group Chief Financial Officer of DRB-HICOM Berhad. A separate briefing session was also held concurrently for the
media representatives who later joined YB Dato’ Seri for a tour of
the campus facilities.
Also present on that occasion were the DRB-HICOM
Management Team, Group Heads of Division and ICAM
Management and team.
The Deputy Minister takes over the wheel in the driver's seat
Deputy Minister,
MITI Visits Pekan
T
he DRB-HICOM Automotive Complex received another
important visitor when YB Dato’ Mukhriz Mahathir,
Deputy Minister of International Trade and Industry
(MITI) and his entourage arrived on 31 May 2010.
YBhg Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil presenting a souvenir to
YB Dato’ Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin (right)
The half-day working visit and site tour of all the facilities within
the Automotive Complex included the Mercedes-Benz Malaysia
assembling complex.
Upon arrival, YB Dato’ Mukhriz was met by YBhg Dato’ Lukman
Ibrahim, Group Chief Financial Officer and other Senior Mangement
of DRB-HICOM.
A brief introduction on DRB-HICOM was given by YBhg Dato’
Lukman Ibrahim to provide an insight into the company.
Students showing what they have learnt
BUSINESS
News
Tour of
Islamic Arts
Museum Malaysia
T
he senior management of DRB-HICOM Berhad and CEOs
of its group companies had a conducted tour of the Islamic
Arts Museum Malaysia (IAMM) which is Southeast Asia’s
largest museum dedicated to Islamic arts on 8 July.
The IAMM complex occupies 30,000 sq m and houses more than 7,000
artefacts as well as an exceptional library of Islamic arts books. The
artifacts and objects on display include collections of Qurans, weapons,
jewellery and architecture which represent Islamic civilisations from the
Middle East, Europe and Asia.
Gathering for a group shot
It was an educational tour especially for those who have only a cursory
knowledge of Islamic history. The museum, the brain child of former
Prime Minister YABhg Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, was built by the
Albukhary Foundation and serves as a museum and a centre to promote
Islamic studies and culture.
Admiring the miniature architecture
presenting
hd Khamil Jamil (right)
YBhg Dato’ Sri Haji Mo
jang
Bu
ny
tho
An
to'
Da
hg
a souvenir to YB
Group Visit
to the New
Straits Times
An opportunity to greet
and meet
T
he senior management of
DRB-HICOM Berhad
and CEOs of its group
companies paid an official
visit to the New Straits Times Press
(Malaysia) Berhad on July 2.
The delegation was led by Group
Managing Director YBhg Dato’ Sri
Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil. They
were greeted by the management of
NSTP headed by Chief Executive
Officer YBhg Dato’ Anthony
Bujang. Also present were their
Group Managing Editor YBhg
Dato’ Zainul Arifin Mohammed Isa
and Executive Director YBhg Datuk
Ahmad A Talib.
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BUSINESS
News
Top Suzuki Dealer
Upgrades Services
A
this year.
iman Motor Sdn Bhd unveiled its
flagship 4S Centre and showroom
in Petaling Jaya at Jalan 51A/222 in
conjunction with its fifth anniversary
Showcasing a full range of Suzuki vehicles marketed
in Malaysia, it is the first local Suzuki dealership
to feature the Japanese marque’s new corporate
identity.
The company started in 2005 with a modest
showroom at Jalan Maarof in Bangsar. This newly
launched outlet is currently the largest Suzuki sales
and service dealership in the country.
Besides six bays, the facility has its own body and
paint shop, a cafe with a business centre for small
business needs, dedicated discussion rooms and a
waiting lounge with LCD TV and WiFi services.
Through its Aiman Motor Car Club, Suzuki
vehicle owners can engage in various activities and
gain access to technical know-how.
YABhg Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad officiating the opening
of Aiman Motor’s flagship 4S Centre and showroom
The first batch of Suzuki Swift for export to Brunei
Suzuki
Malaysia
Exports
to Brunei
Suzuki Malaysia Automobile Sdn Bhd (SMA)
has been shipping the Suzuki Swift to Brunei
through Boustead Cars Sdn Bhd, a leading
local automotive distributor, due to demand.
In 2009, the Brunei market had a thriving
TIV record of 12,264 units and sales of
Suzuki contributed to about 9.3% placing
Suzuki second in the total market share.
Established in December 2004, SMA
commenced operations as the authorised
Suzuki distributor in May 2005. To
promote Suzuki automobiles in Malaysia,
Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC)
and Itochu Corporation signed a
joint venture agreement with DRBHICOM in early 2008 on a 40:20:40
shareholding ratio.
The Complete Knock Down (CKD) Suzuki
Swift started full assembly operations
at HICOM Automotive Manufacturer
(Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (HAMM), a subsidiary
of DRB-HICOM Berhad in April 2007.
To date, HAMM has produced 10,600
units of Suzuki Swift and targets to
produce 500 units a month in financial
year 2010/2011.
BUSINESS
News
1 Anniversary of
st
MODENAS GT128
Encik Amirudin bin Abd Kadir (right), hands over the mock key to
Tuan Haji Abdullah bin Hassan, Director of Engineering LPP (left)
LPP Gets 13
Units HICOM
Perkasa Trucks
L
embaga Pertubuhan Peladang (LPP) has
purchased 13 units of HICOM Perkasa Trucks
from Automotive Corporation (Malaysia)
Sdn Bhd. The 13 units MTB 150DX with
wooden body and crane are for distribution to every
state in the country.
The handing over ceremony to LPP at the ACM Complex
Batu Caves on 3 March 2010 was officiated by Encik
Amirudin bin Abd Kadir, COO of ACM. Tuan Haji
Abdullah bin Hassan, Director of Engineering LPP, was
present to receive the mock-up key.
Earlier, 30 participants comprising LPP technicians and
drivers attended a product training session conducted by
Encik Norsham Zainudin, Assistant Manager, Technical,
ACM. They were taught technical knowledge of the
vehicle, daily checking and maintenance methods and
safety driving tips.
The celebrated MODENAS GT128
B
in 2010.
estseller
MODENAS
GT128 with its powerful
130cc engine celebrated
its
first
anniversary
Known for its features such as fuel
saving of 64.4km per litre of petrol,
throttle positioning sensor, front
and rear disc brakes, electronic
metre panel, larger headlights at an
affordable price of RM4,968, it is
a popular vehicle with over 19,000
units sold.
As a result, MODENAS has
successfully created an online
community among owners at www.
gt128riders.com which has registered
over 1,600 members. By April 2010,
there have been 5.9 million hits, a
notable achievement for a year-old site.
This virtual community is active in
organising convoys, monthly and
weekly meetings and sporting events
which indirectly foster the spirit of
friendship between bike owners and
the MODENAS management.
In conjunction with the Petronas
AAM Sprinta Championship which
started the 2010 Cub Prix season
at Stadium Darul Aman, Alor
Setar, Kedah, MODENAS held a
celebration to thank MODENAS
GT128 owners for their support.
With the presence of the GT128,
CT110 and CT100 and other models
such as the KRISS 120 besides Elegan
and Passion 125 scooters, MODENAS
expects to raise its market share to 15
per cent with target sales of 5,000 units
per month for the local market.
Encik
Bastamam
Hamzah,
MODENAS CEO, said the CT
models and GT128 will be catalysts
in ensuring that MODENAS
remains the best selling motorcycles
and
drive
the
motorcycle
industry in Malaysia to an
international level.
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BUSINESS
News
DEFTECH at Defence
Services Exhibition 2010
D
RB-HICOM
Defence
Technologies
Sdn
Bhd
(DEFTECH)
participated
in the Defence Services Asia
(DSA) Exhibition 2010 held at PWTC
Kuala Lumpur from 19 to 22 April 2010. During the show, Chairman YBhg Dato’
Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil received a
Letter of Intent (LOI) to design, develop,
manufacture, supply and commission a
fleet of 8x8 Armoured Wheel Vehicles
known as AV8.
DEFTECH's Chairman, YBhg Dato' Sri
Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil (centre) with main
partners for 8x8 program. From left : Encik
Wan Shahruddin Wan Mahmood (STE), Encik
Stephen Burger (Denel), Encik K. Nail Kurt
(FNSS) and CEO of DEFTECH, Encik Abdul
Harith Abdullah
The AV8 project to be implemented over
seven years will produce 12 different variants
of Malaysia’s own armoured vehicle and
narrow the gap for the nation to be self-reliant
in defence. This long term commitment
which will boost the local defence industry
is a national project. At the DSA 2010 Exhibition, the AV8
major sub systems were exhibited in a special
showcase area.
DEFTECH, the biggest local exhibitor in
the DSA 2010 Exhibition, displayed 13
vehicles such as the AV4 4x4 Armoured
Wheel Vehicle, Handalan GS Cargo
Truck, ACV 300 Adnan Armoured Vehicle
with Sharpshooter turret and the ACV-S
120mm mortar carrier. An example of
its capability in product customisation
was the Handalan Medium Forward
Repair Vehicle. BUSINESS
MODENAS Elegan Scooter Bike (Police Version)
Its subsidiary, Defence Services Sdn Bhd
(DSSB), which specialises in overhaul and
refurbishment works, showed work in
progress for hull, turret, gun and engine on
the Scorpion Tank. DSSB also displayed the
PT-91M Main Battle Tank, the newest asset
in the army. The Ministry of Defence also presented a
LOI for the maintenance and spare parts
management of the PT-91M Main Battle
Tank for three years estimated at RM97
million to YBhg Dato’ Lukman Ibrahim,
DSSB Chairman. DEFTECH’s Engineering Division exhibited
its newest product, the Mobile Police Station
Van and Mobile Police Station Bus that
attracted much attention from visitors and
police personnel. PT-91M PENDEKAR Main Battle Tank (MBT)
News
8x8 Main Integration Components
A Field Mobile Kitchen was also
strategically displayed near DEFTECH’s
Hospitality Lounge. DRB-HICOM subsidiary, MODENAS,
showed the military version of its All
Terrain Vehicle (ATV) painted in army
camouflage colours and the Police Version
MODENAS Elegan Scooter Bike which
drew many admirers. Bank Muamalat Malaysia Berhad (BMMB)
also took the opportunity to promote
its special financial package to Armed
Forces personnel. DEFTECH’s pavilion was shared with long
term partners, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia
and Maju Engineering Services Sdn Bhd.
The former brought two vehicles, the
Zetros high payload truck and a truck
with Unimog chassis. The latter is the sole
authorised dealer for Allison Transmission,
the gear box used in the ACV 300 Adnan. The DSA 2010 Exhibition attracted 740
companies from 40 countries and 60 of the
participating companies were Malaysian.
During the four-day exhibition, the
DEFTECH pavilion was visited by
Ministers and dignitaries including
the Prime Minister, Deputy Prime
Minister, Home Minister and Deputy
Home Minister. Uniformed personnel
who called there included the Chief of
Armed Forces, Chief of Army, Deputy
Chief of Army, members of the
Army Operation Committee and high
ranking personnel from the Royal
Malaysian Police. YBhg Dato' Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil presenting 8x8 miniature model to YAB Dato'
Sri Mohd Najib bin Tun Abdul Razak during his visit to DEFTECH's Pavilion
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BUSINESS
News
From left: Encik Rick Evans (Group Chairman, Columbia Asia), YBhg Dato’ Mohd Redza Shah Abdul Wahid (CEO, BMMB), YBhg Tan Sri Munir Abdul Majid
(Chairman, BMMB), Tuan Haji Kahar Mohamed (Vice President-Treasury, Columbia Asia), YBhg Tan Sri Dr Syed Jalaludin Syed Salim, (Chairman, BKRM) and YBhg
Datuk Kamaruzzaman Che Mat, (Managing Director, BKRM)
RM250 B
million
Syndicated
Islamic
Financing
Deal
ank Muamalat Malaysia Berhad
(BMMB), the Lead Arranger
and Bank Kerjasama Rakyat
Malaysia Berhad (BKRM), the
Co-Arranger, signed a RM250 million
syndicated financing based on the Islamic
principle of Ijarah Muntahiah Bitamlik to
finance six hospitals in Malaysia owned
by Columbia Asia Sdn Bhd (Columbia
Asia) recently.
between July 2010 and early 2011.
Three of this fast growing hospital group’s
institutions located in Puchong, Taiping
and Nusajaya are already in operation or
fully constructed.
Columbia Asia hospitals are designed for
short lengths of stay and known for the use
of modern medical protocols and the latest
medical technologies.
Another three hospitals in Bukit Rimau,
Balakong and Setapak are under construction
and scheduled to be opened in various stages
The group operates 16 hospitals in Malaysia,
India, Vietnam, Sri Lanka and Indonesia
with an additional 15 under development.
The company has also opened an additional
hospital in Bintulu.
According to Encik Asri Awang, BMMB's
Executive Vice President, Wholesale Banking,
the bank has been Columbia Asia's main
financier and is pleased to be a part of their
expansion plan.
PRODUCT
The favoured Audi R8 V10 in Iron Man 2
&
SERVICES
Celebrity guests
Audi R8 Spyder
Makes Cinematic Appearance
E
uromobil Sdn Bhd, the sole
distributor of Audi cars in
Malaysia, co-hosted an exclusive
preview of “Iron Man 2” attended
by celebrities and members of the media at
Golden Screen Cinema in Pavilion Kuala
Lumpur recently.
The technologically advanced Audi R8 was
the favoured mode of transport for the film’s
protagonist Tony Stark played by Robert
Downey Jr in “Iron Man 1” that was released
in 2008. In this highly anticipated sequel to
the blockbuster hit, Audi brand presence was
again highlighted by Tony Stark’s preference
for the R8 Spyder, the new convertible
version of the carmaker’s class-leading
performance car.
The “Iron Man” enterprise is one of
Audi’s most successful product placement
activities. The collaboration accentuates
the many technological and innovative
visions shared by both the title hero and
Audi’s famous Vorsprung durch Technik
philosophy.
Encik Stanley Tan, Euromobil CEO, was
elated about the branding of Audi in such a
highly acclaimed Hollywood blockbuster.
To heighten the excitement of “Iron Man 2”,
the Audi R8 car was showcased at the main
entrance of Pavilion Kuala Lumpur from 28
April to 2 May 2010.
Euromobil Sdn Bhd, incorporated in 2002,
is a wholly owned subsidiary of Edaran
Otomobil Nasional Berhad of the DRBHICOM Group, responsible for the sales,
service and supply of genuine Audi parts and
products in Malaysia.
PUSPAKOM Goes Into Action
P
USPAKOM together with the
Road Transport Department (JPJ),
Department of Environment
(DOE) and National Anti-Drug
Agency (NADA) conducted a road block
exercise on 2 April 2010 at the Kajang bus
station in Selangor. The exercise targeted
drivers of commercial vehicles, especially
public buses and taxis which did not comply
with JPJ guidelines.
Encik Hisham Othman, the PUSPAKOM
CEO and his operations team were at
the scene to promote public awareness of
The JPJ enforcement team headed by
the Director of Enforcement, Tuan
Abdul Rahman bin Daud, issued over 20
summonses for non-compliance of the items
mentioned above.
Vehicle Examiner inspecting the thickness of a
lorry tyre
vehicle safety by spot checking tyres, seats,
fire extinguishers, smoke emission level and
inspection certificates.
At the same time, the DOE gave out more
than five compound fines for excessive smoke
emission and three drivers who were tested
positive for drugs were detained by NADA.
The road block which ended around noon
saw PUSPAKOM fulfilling its first corporate
responsibility in the new financial year.
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PRODUCT
&
SERVICES
The All-New
Honda Freed
T
he All-New Freed was unveiled
recently by Honda Malaysia
Managing Director and Chief
Executive Officer, Encik Toru
Takahashi, witnessed by Encik Yukihiro
Aoshima, President Director of Honda
Prospect Motor (HPM), Jakarta, Indonesia,
where it is manufactured. Present as well was
Encik Isao Ando, Project Leader of the AllNew Freed.
Touted as a smart choice that is practical,
performance oriented and stylish, the Freed
is targeted at professional urbanites with
young families.
Encik Isao Ando said that the Freed’s
aerodynamic triangular-shaped front is
a powerful one-motion silhouette that
highlights an energetic sharp character
line. According to him, the square-shaped
cabin maximises the use of space for
greater comfort.
An urban mover, the premium compact
MPV has numerous notable features such
as dual automatic sliding doors, flat floor
design and a walk-through cabin.
Its one-step low floor and a grip assist help the
elderly and children step up and down easily.
The foldable third row seats allow for extra
loading capacity when needed. The Freed
seats up to seven people comfortably. For
smaller families, it is a joy ride for four people,
along with four golf bags, or equipment and
rations for an outdoor trip, or even three
pieces of large baggage in the third row. The
low tailgate opening makes cargo loading
and unloading easy.
Its ample storage space includes centre tray,
glove compartment, door pockets, backseat
hook and seven cup holders spread out
conveniently in easy to locate places.
Under its hood, the Freed houses the
renowned 1.5L i-VTEC engine capable of
producing 118PS at 6600rpm for maximum
power and 146 Nm at 4800rpm for
maximum torque. Its 4-cylinder, 16 valve
SOHC engine is one of the better known
technologies in the industry and the i-VTEC
engine provides perfect balance between
power and fuel economy.
The engine is fitted with ecological solutions
such as an airflow meter and linear air fuel
ratio sensor as part of the Honda mission
to reduce its product’s impact on the
environment. It also meets the EURO 4
emission standards.
The Freed’s 5-speed automatic transmission
(5AT) and drive-by-wire (DBW) torque
control system guarantee a smoother ride.
In the safety aspect, the Freed scores six stars
in the JNCAP crash tests for both driver and
passengers. The proprietary G-Force Control
Technology (G-CON) helps disperse the
crash impact across the body frame while the
advanced compatibility engineering (ACE)
gives better crash compatibility with other
cars, thus minimising injury.
Other safety features in the Freed are ABS
(Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electrical
Brake-force Distribution), BA (Brake Assist)
and Grade Logic Control embedded in the
Shift-Hold Control. The latter reduces the
shift of extra transmission while cornering.
Available in Brilliant White, Polished
Metal and Crystal Black, please call 180088-2020 or visit www.honda.com.my or
www.4plusideas.com for more information.
CORPORATE
From left: The Organising
Chairman, YBhg Datuk Ir
Mohamed Al Amin Abdul
Majid, the Prime Minister,
his deputy, YAB Tan Sri
Muhyiddin Yassin and the
Works Minister, YB Datuk
Shaziman Abu Mansor
Responsibility
GGCC
Re-hosts
Golf Sahabat
with The Premier
Dato'
ister YAB
in
M
e
m
Pri
d Naji
Sri Moh
bb
zak
bdul Ra
in Tun A
taking a
shot
F
or the second successive year, Glenmarie Golf and
Country Club (GGCC) was the chosen venue
for the friendly golf competition with the Prime
Minister of Malaysia. More than 300 golfers
gathered for the annual event on 31 March 2010.
The day started with breakfast and a group photograph. All
the golfers had a great time on the green and took home
interesting prizes and souvenirs.
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CORPORATE
Responsibility
DRB-HICOM
Hope Summer Camp 2010
YABhg Datin Paduka Seri
Rosmah Mansor giving a speech
D
RB-HICOM sponsored a
motivational camp for 300
primary
and
secondary
students from Pekan in
Pahang at Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang
from 13 to 16 May 2010. It was organised
together with the Yayasan Harapan KanakKanak, Malaysia.
In a separate occasion, a RM70,000
cheque was presented to Yayasan Harapan
Kanak-Kanak Malaysia’s patron, YABhg
Datin Paduka Seri Rosmah Mansor on 30
April 2010. In a simple yet meaningful
event, YABhg Datin Paduka Seri Rosmah
expressed her heartfelt gratitude to DRBHICOM for its generosity towards such
a charitable cause and expressed the hope
that many other corporate companies will
emulate the initiative.
During
the
DRB-HICOM
Hope
Summer Camp 2010, the children were
exposed to motivational talks and enjoyed
fun interaction games in a University
environment.
YABhg Datin Paduka Seri Rosmah Mansor (centre)
with the participating children together with YBhg
Dato’ Nik Hamdam Nik Hassan (right, back row),
DRB-HICOM Group Director, Automotive, and
Tuan Haji Wan Mohd Nazri Wan Hassan (centre,
back row)
CORPORATE
Responsibility
Cash award winners for PMR level with YBhg Dato’ Lukman Ibrahim (2nd row, 11th left), Group Chief Financial Officer, DRB-HICOM Berhad and on his right,
Encik Azizan Ahmad, Assistant Vice President, Credit Management, BMMB
Staff Children Rewarded
for Excellence in Studies
D
RB-HICOM
Berhad gave cash
awards
totalling
RM61,150
to
149 children of employees
who excelled in the national
school examinations.
The excellent performance award
underscores the company’s policy
of giving back to employees and
their families. “We would like
to play our part in encouraging
the children of our employees to
excel in their studies,” said DRBHICOM’s Group Director of
Human Resource, Encik Abdul
Malek bin Abdul Majid.
The high-scoring SPM Students
This award programme is
part of the Group’s Corporate
Responsibility Initiative to
promote education excellence
and support the Government’s
effort to increase highly
skilled and knowledge-based
workers in order to drive the
country’s economy.
DRB-HICOM also charted
yet another milestone by
establishing the International
College of Automotive (ICAM)
motivated by the increasing
need for a highly skilled
workforce in the nation’s
automotive industry recently.
82 Penilaian Menengah Rendah
(PMR) students, 64 Sijil Pelajaran
Malaysia (SPM) students and 3
Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia
(STPM) students who obtained a
minimum of 6As for PMR, 5As
for SPM and 2As for STPM,
received the awards from
Encik Malek at a ceremony
held in Glenmarie Golf and
Country Club.
One of the recipients, Mohd
Aizuddin Zakaria, 18, said his
success in getting 10As would
spur him to do even better in
university. “I hope I have set a
good example for my youngest
Cream of the crop at STPM level
sibling who will be sitting for the
PMR exam. I do hope that he
will follow my footsteps.”
Every award includes a sum of
RM100 contributed by Bank
Muamalat Malaysia Berhad
(BMMB), a subsidiary of DRBHICOM Berhad for each
student.
Encik Malek congratulated the
students and urged them to
continue their good work and
excel in their chosen careers. He
also advised parents to always
be there to support and guide
their children.
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CORPORATE
Responsibility
MODENAS Convoy Visits
Kluang Orphanage
M
ODENAS organised
a 272-strong convoy
visit to the Kluang
orphanage
in
conjunction with the second round
of the Cub Prix race held in Johor on
17 and 18 April 2010.
Delighted
children
at
the
Pertubuhan Kebajikan Anak-anak
Yatim Islam Kluang welcomed the
convoy members who came from
Johor, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan
and the Klang Valley.
Participants who joined the long convoy to Kluang
In a brief ceremony held in the
compound of the hostel, Encik
Bastamam Hamzah, MODENAS
CEO,
donated contributions
collected from the convoy
participants to YBhg Dato’ Gapar
Gorohu, the president of the
orphanage, and Tuan Haji Mohd
Hatta Sulaman, the warden.
On the previous day, some children
who were taken to the racing track
to view the practice were briefed by
Encik Syahrul Yuzy Ahmad Zaini, a
former Malaysian MotoGP rider.
Leading a motorcycle convoy is
one of the activities at every round
of the Cub Prix race each season.
For MODENAS, the exercise
helps foster the spirit of friendship
between motorcycle owners and
its management.
CPAP
Equipment
Donation
T
o be a highly successful, respected
and the best company in the
automotive industry, the wellbeing and welfare of its employees
have always been among DRB-HICOM’s
key concerns.
This came to light when DRB-HICOM
aided an employee of its subsidiary company,
Automotive
Corporations
Malaysia
Sdn Bhd (ACM), who needed a special
medical equipment.
Encik Hashim Ahmad, a public sector
sales representative with ACM for over
20 years, suffered from Obstructive Sleep
Apnoea (OSA) characterised by pauses
in breathing during sleep that affects the
Encik Hashim Ahmad (left) receiving the CPAP equipment from Encik Amirudin Abd Kadir (centre)
cerebrovascular and cardiovascular systems.
Specialists recommended him to use the
Continuous Positive Airways Pressure
(CPAP) equipment to prevent further
complications. As the expensive machine is
unavailable at government hospitals, DRBHICOM decided to donate it to him.
The RM8,000 CPAP equipment was
presented to Encik Hashim by ACM
Chief Operating Officer Encik Amirudin
Abd Kadir to improve his health so that
he can continue to contribute excellent
services to the company. Touched by the
act of generosity, Encik Hashim expressed
his gratitude to the DRB-HICOM
management and all involved in making
the assistance possible.
CORPORATE
Responsibility
Honda Malaysia’s
Rhino Roadshow
H
Since 2007, Honda Malaysia’s team has
visited 48 schools in the Klang Valley,
Penang, Johor, Malacca, Kuantan, Ipoh,
Perlis and Kedah under this project. For
more information, go to www.honda.com.
my/rhino/.
onda Malaysia continues its
crusade to raise awareness
among students on caring
for the environment and
living in harmony with Mother Nature by
focusing on an animal species fast losing
its home.
The shy Sumatran Rhino is a critically
endangered creature unique to Malaysia and
Borneo, and Honda Malaysia’s roadshow
recently travelled to four schools in Kedah
to highlight environmental conservation
and Sumatran Rhinos.
More than 850 students in Kedah from SK
Jalan Datuk Kumbar, SK Langgar, SRJK (C)
Sin Kwang and SK Sungai Petani attended
the informative environmental talk with
visual presentations, footages of Sumatran
Rhinos and on-the-spot quizzes.
A question for the Honda Malaysia Roadshow team
A week before reaching Kedah, the team
talked to nearly 550 students from four
schools in Perlis. To-date, Honda Malaysia
has addressed over 8,800 primary school
students to play an important role to
preserve the environment.
Concerned primary school children
Together with WWF-Malaysia, Honda
initiated the 5-year project to save Sumatran
Rhinos and pledged RM5 million to fund
WWF-Malaysia’s conservation efforts. The
project aims to educate the future generation
and the Malaysian public on environmental
and conservation issues through various
activities.
The “Honda Dreams Fund”, a non-binding
scholarship for underprivileged students
to pursue higher education and skills
training, is another Honda corporate social
responsibility programme.
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CORPORATE
Responsibility
Alam Flora at JPSPN
Recycling Campaign
A
lam Flora took an active role in
the recycling campaign hosted by
Jabatan Pengurusan Sisa Pepejal
Negara (JPSPN) at SK Ampang
Pecah, Kuala Kubu Baru, on 24 April 2010.
The event was officially launched by YB
Datuk Seri Panglima Haji Lajim bin Haji
Ukin, Deputy Minister of Housing and
Local Government.
As part of its contribution, Alam Flora put
up an exhibition on recycling during the
event. Souvenirs were given to students who
successfully answered quiz questions on
recycling.
The other activities included a prize giving
ceremony for a colouring contest, the
presentation of recycling bins to the school
and community tree planting.
Participants of the recycling quiz
Students visiting Alam Flora’s exhibition
Alam Flora Talk on Waste
Disposal to Mark Earth Day
I
n conjunction with Earth Day on
21 April 2010, Alam Flora Sdn
Bhd organised an environmental
awareness talk for the staff of Melia
Hotel, Kuala Lumpur.
Waste Management and Us talk session
The session entitled “Waste Management
and Us” was given by Encik Samah Che
Lamin, Manager, Quality Assurance and
Environment Management Department
of Alam Flora.
The briefing touched on waste reduction,
recycling, reducing carbon footprint and
proper methods of disposing domestic
and industrial waste. It was attended by 30
people including Melia KL staff as well as
hotel guests and members of the media.
It was an on-going part of Alam Flora’s
corporate social responsibility effort
to inculcate environmental concern among
city dwellers.
CORPORATE
Care for Travellers
Responsibility
Report in Harian Metro
K
L Airport Services Sdn Bhd (KLAS)
distributed lunch packs to 300
Europe-bound passengers stranded
in Kuala Lumpur International
Airport (KLIA) when Icelandic volcanic ash
closed European airports on 21 April 2010.
Report in New Straits Times
The passengers had slept in the main terminal
and satellite building in KLIA due to their
financial constraints and for easy access to the
latest flight information.
The lunch packs were of similar standard and
quality to in-flight meals provided for KLAS
airline customers.
KLAS Chief Operating Officer, Encik Shukrie
Salleh led the food distribution with the
support of Senior Managers and Heads
of Department in line with the corporate
responsibilities programme initiated by DRBHICOM Berhad.
Lunch pack giveaway by KLAS staff
Gotong-Royong at Charis Home
A
14-member team from Holiday Inn Kuala Lumpur
Glenmarie visited the Rumah Charis at Puchong,
Kuala Lumpur to spring clean and tidy up the
children’s home. The non-profit, day-care centre
provides shelter, meals, spiritual direction, education and
counseling for 30 orphans and single parent children. They
range from kindergarten to secondary school age.
The hotel team joined in a gotong-royong exercise at the premises
of the charity home. They cleaned the bathrooms, bedrooms,
kitchen and living hall. Before leaving, the hotel staff shared
light-hearted moments and refreshments which they had
brought along, with the children.
One for the camera
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CORPORATE
Responsibility
(Top right and left) Blood donors who answered the call
Giving the
“Gift of Life”
O
ne of the most
selfless acts is to
donate
blood
for one can save
up to three lives with just one
donation.
Imagine enabling a premature
baby to live, a burn victim to
recover, a cancer patient to be
treated, an accident victim to
survive, or an organ transplant
candidate to have life-saving
surgery.
With these intentions in mind,
Uni.Asia General organised a
day-long blood donation drive
themed “Gift of Life” with the
National Blood Bank at Menara
Uni.Asia on 5 April 2010.
A total of 74 donors registered
to donate their blood and 47
new donors were recorded.
Besides staff members, even
customers
and
building
tenants showed up to donate
blood, proving that Malaysians
can be giving and caring as
over 70 pints of blood were
collected.
Talking to reporters from the
New Straits Times about the
blood donation drive, CEO
Encik David Tan said, “It takes
only a few minutes but makes
an immeasurable difference
to those in need of blood
transfusions.”
Registration before giving blood at Uni.Asia General
This was the second blood
donation drive in conjunction
with the National Blood Bank.
After a basic blood test and
light refreshments, each donor
received a mystery gift for his
or her contribution.
Resting after giving their blood
CORPORATE
Uni.Asia Life’s staff with the t-shirts and non-woven bags
Responsibility
The Uni.Asia Life employees at the launch
CR Initiatives by Uni.Asia Life
U
ni.Asia Life kick started its corporate responsibility
initiatives for the environment and employee during the
2010/11 financial year by launching an environmentally
friendly non-woven bag and three corporate t-shirts for
the staff on 7 April 2010.
Both the non-woven bag and t-shirts carry Uni.Asia Life’s corporate
statements My Family, My Health and My Future. They describe
the different types of products offered by the company aimed at
providing peace of mind due to uncertainties with regard to family,
health and the future.
Each staff member received the three different t-shirts and three nonwoven bags with the statements. To make the corporate responsibility
initiative successful, all of them are required to wear the t-shirts on Fridays
and use the non-woven bags when doing their grocery shopping.
The use of the environmentally friendly non-woven bags will
be extended in phases as Uni.Asia Life embarks on its corporate
responsibility initiatives. The bags will be distributed at hypermarkets
during non-plastic bag day and to members of the Kelab Kewangan
Pelajar (KKPS) under the School Adoption Program, another
corporate responsibility initiative undertaken by Uni.Asia Life.
ARE YOU PROTECTED?
Of course, we don’t expect bad things to happen to us, but life is unexpected. Life insurance cannot make
the future more predictable, but it can at least be there when you and your loved ones need it most.
(Source: www.insuranceinfo.com.my, 29th March 2010)
Do you have any insurance cover?
If yes, are you sufficiently covered?
Do your family members have insurance coverage?
If you answer NO to the above three questions, it’s time for you to act fast!
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GENERAL
News
Glenmarie Gardens
Glenmarie Properties
Upgrade and Expand
G
lenmarie Properties Sdn Bhd
(Glenmarie Properties) is the
new brand name that has
replaced HICOM Properties
Sdn Bhd to enhance its presence and
standing in the real estate industry.
The change reflects Glenmarie Properties’
abilities in crafting and accentuating superior
lifestyle living environments.
Its new logo communicates growth, vitality,
innovation and environmental awareness.
The name change is also a move consistent
with its vision to become the most desirable
brand in the real estate industry.
The DRB-HICOM Group through
Glenmarie Properties has formulated a
strategic roadmap to realise its vision with a
brand that will redefine the nation’s property
landscape.
To date, the completed iconic projects
under the Glenmarie Properties’ portfolio
include Glenmarie Court, Glenhill Saujana,
Glenmarie Residences, Glenpark, Accentra
Glenmarie and Glenmarie Industrial Park.
Among its latest lifestyle projects are 48
units of townhouses at Mutiara Tropicana
launched in May 2010 and 17 commercial
units at Glenpark in September 2010.
In the pipeline are plans to launch a new
phase of single and double storey link houses
within Proton City in Tanjung Malim in the
last quarter of 2010.
Glenmarie Gardens, a low density exclusive
luxury residential development comprising
only 70 bungalow units featuring 14 different
architectural themes in the Glenmarie area, is
scheduled to be launched in November 2010.
Several other innovative iconic lifestyle
developments currently in the design
stage are scheduled to be rolled out in the
immediate and medium term.
Glenmarie Properties aspires to position
itself as one of the leading players in the real
estate industry and contribute to Malaysia’s
property development industry with its
exciting range of lifestyle products.
GENERAL
News
Honda Wins Gold in
Reader’s Digest Trusted Brands
H
onda has again won the gold
in the Reader’s Digest Trusted
Brands™ proprietary research
study for the automobile
category in Malaysia. In winning for 12
consecutive years, Honda Malaysia attributes
its favorable standing to its customers for
their unwavering trust and loyalty.
Encik Toru Takahashi, Managing Director
and Chief Executive Officer, Honda
Malaysia Sdn Bhd said, “This recognition
from the consumers will continue to drive
Honda Malaysia in its endeavor to be the
most trusted and admired automobile brand
in the country.”
On the six parameters viz Trustworthiness &
Credibility, Quality, Value, Understanding
of
Customer
Needs,
Innovation,
and Social Responsibility, Honda was
rated the Most Trusted Brand by readers of
Reader’s Digest.
He added, “Relationship based on trust is an
important commodity in today’s competitive
Encik Rohime Shafie, President & COO of Honda Malaysia receiving the award from YB Dato’ Sri Ismail
Sabri bin Yaakob, Minister of Domestic Trade, Co-operatives and Consumerism while Encik Thomas Moore
from Editorial, Asia Pacific Magazines Reader’s Digest looks on.
marketing environment. We at Honda will
continue to reinforce and strengthen our
relationship with customers.”
The survey is based on responses to
questionnaires in Reader’s Digest as well
as telephone interviews with randomly
selected, upscale consumers. It was
conducted by Synovate, a leader in global
market intelligence, to ensure objective
results using proven statistical techniques.
The findings reflect affluent adult consumers’
most preferred brands among the thousands
available in the market.
Glenmarie Properties
Certified ISO 9001:2008
G
lenmarie Properties
Sdn Bhd (GPSB)
attained its ISO9 0 0 1 : 2 0 0 8
certification covering Property
Development
and
Project
Management
after
having
complied with the ISO standard
requirements of the company’s
operating procedures on 9 April
2010.
Since its initial ISO certification
in 2003, the company’s Quality
Management
System
has
consistently met the ever changing
requirements of the latest editions
of ISO 9000 standards.
GPSB always maintains high
standards of quality in the projects
it delivers through effective quality
management systems.
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GENERAL
News
Memorable event to remember
Malaysian Boys’ and Girls’
Golf Champions 2010
E
ncik Gavin Kyle Green
retained his title as
the Malaysian boys’
champion while Cik Kelly Tan
Guat Chen won the girls’ trophy
at Glenmarie Golf & Country
Club, held in June 2010.
Each received RM50,000 from
CIMB to finance specialised
training and participation in
international tournaments such
as the US San Diego Junior
Masters.
Gavin scored a hole-in-one
and had a three-day total of
211 for a four-stroke win
over Encik Mohd Hisyam
Abdul Majid by keeping
the ball on fairways and
greens to clinch the Tan Sri
Muhyiddin
Charity
Golf
Challenge trophy.
Encik Jeremiah Kim
emerged third, Encik Chin Jun
Nian fourth and Encik Arie
Fauzi fifth.
The 17-year-old Kelly also
had a four-stroke victory over
the defending champion, Cik
Ainil Johani Abu Bakar after
setting a course record of 62
and shot par 72 for a three-day
score of 206.
Cik Iman Ahmad Nordin was
in third place followed by Cik
Vivienne Chin who was fourth.
Cik Michelle Koh and Cik Nur
Durriyah Damian shared joint
fifth position.
YAB Deputy Prime Minister
Tan Sri Muhyiddin gave away
the prizes to the winners.
Staff Appreciation Lunch
at Rebak Island Resort, Langkawi
R
ebak Island Resort held a
staff appreciation lunch
on 12 April 2010 to
celebrate winning the best Profit
Before Tax Award 2009-10 among
Taj international hotels given
during the General Managers
Meet in March 2010.
The excited employees participated
in many activities such as
board games, congkak, table
tennis, skate boarding, carom and
arm wrestling.
Much fun was generated during
the make-up contest when each
person had to put make-up on
the opposite sex. Laughter and
joy filled the air as the men and
women applied colourful makeup on each other’s faces.
An enjoyable karaoke session
throughout lunch lured many
on-stage to belt out their
favourite songs.
Overall, the staff response
was overwhelming and the
whole event was a rejuvenating
experience for them.
The sunny ambience at the staff
appreciation lunch
Chef Kumar meets some happy mothers
Mother’s Day
Observance
T
o honour motherhood, Rebak
Island Resort celebrated and
paid tribute to all mothers at
the exclusive holiday island on 9 May
2010.
For the working mothers among the resort
staff, Chef Kumar prepared a special meal
at Ceria cafeteria and they were served by
General Manager Encik Samir Khanna and
the management team.
A cake decoration competition held
in the lobby attracted 10 enthusiastic
participants for the mothers staying
there as guests, followed by a
sumptuous lunch.
Both groups of feted mothers really
enjoyed their special day. A cake cutting
ceremony was held at the end of each
respective event and every mother present
received a souvenir gift.
Secretaries, Take a Break!
Luncheon 2010
H
oliday
Inn
Kuala
Lumpur
Glenmarie
complimented all key
and niche secretaries by having
an afternoon with a fabulous meal
at Kites Restaurant and Phoenix
Restaurant from 19 to 23 April
2010.
Secretaries being feted
The treat was part of the hotel’s
engagement plan to maintain its
long-term and loyal customers’
relationship with top accounts.
The secretaries were delighted
when hotel staff presented them
with roses.
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TRAVEL
&
LEISURE
Glenmarie Golf
& Country Club
Premier destination for the sporting life
S
ince 1993, Glenmarie Golf
& Country Club (GGCC)
has become a top golf club in
Malaysia for its management is
constantly improving and upgrading both
its championship courses and clubhouse
premises to keep up with the times.
GGCC is also known for its tip-top
maintenance as owner DRB-HICOM
Group ensures that the best and most
advanced machinery are used. For instance,
the drainage system is designed in such a
way that play can continue right after heavy
rainfall.
It boasts two world-class 18-hole par 72 golf
courses originally designed by American
Max Wexler who sculpted them according
to its natural contours. Two interconnecting
lakes, waterfalls, fountains and bridges
means that water hazards abound to test
every golfer’s skills. Buggies are required
for play due to the lengths of both fairways
which reward good shots.
Garden Course
As its name aptly implies, the 6,404 metre
Garden Course is lush and verdant with trees,
palms and flowering shrubs. The greens and
surrounding landscape have been renovated
to enhance its look and the bunkers
reshaped to make it more intimidating
for members and guests alike. Fully lit for
night golfing, it is highly popular for after
office hour play by otherwise busy people
who are unable to tee off in the daytime.
Club facilities
New Valley Course
The scenic New Valley Course lined with
pine trees along its 6,325 metre length was
revamped by Ted Parslow. Closed two years
for its RM13 million upgrading, the 18-hole
layout now has more uphill and downhill
features, doglegs, and tee boxes and fairways
reshaped with new bunker challenges. The
back nine holes are revitalised with mini
verde grass making the green speed a thrill
for many players.
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The water element still plays a major role in
this course which runs over valleys and hills
to add to its difficulty. Its signature hole is
the 155-metre, par 3, Number Six.
Both courses use Bermuda Tifway 419 on
the fairways while the greens have Bermuda
Tifdwarf grass.
• 36 holes of golf
• 18 holes of night golf
• Driving range and practice
greens
• Professional
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coaching for
beginners and experienced
players
Well-stocked Pro-Shop
Three in-house restaurants
Olympic size swimming pool
Children’s pool
Indoor and outdoor tennis
courts
Squash courts
Children’s games room
Snooker room, card room and
karaoke lounge
Gymnasium
Conference rooms
Special rates at Holiday Inn
Kuala Lumpur Glenmarie
TRAVEL
&
LEISURE
Reciprocal clubs
in Asia-Pacific
• Australia: Wanneroo Golf Club, Perth
• Brunei: Empire Hotel & Country Club
• China: Wu Yi Fountain Palm Golf
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Club, Guandong; Discovery Bay Golf
Club, Hong Kong
Indonesia: Damai Indah Golf &
Country Club, Jakarta; Ciputra
Golf & Klub Keluarga, Surabaya;
Emeralda Golf & Country Club,
Jakarta
New Zealand: Gulf Harbour Country
Club, Auckland
Sabah: Sutera Harbour Golf Club,
Kota Kinabalu
Singapore: Tanah Merah Country
Club; Seletar Country Club;
Orchid Country Club
Taiwan: Tong Hwa Golf Club, Taipei
Thailand: Lake Wood Country
Club, Bangkok; Laem Chabang
Golf Club, Pattaya
Vietnam: Song Be Golf Resort,
Ho Chi Minh City
GGCC hosted its first international
golf tournament, the Kosaido Malaysian
Ladies’ Open in 1997, 1998 and 1999 and
the event has featured a world-class field
of professional lady golfers. To perfect individual golfing skills, there
is a driving range and practice greens. A
well-stocked pro-shop is in the clubhouse
complex which has been renovated with
a new foyer, staircase, fountain, reception
area and marketing office.
A one-stop centre, GGCC offers a range
of sports and recreational pursuits as well.
Its complex has facilities for conferences,
seminars, business meetings and product
launches. Asian and Western cuisine is
available at its restaurant, the golfers deck
and poolside cafe. For entertainment,
there is a karaoke lounge with two
private rooms.
Its exclusive annexe contains a deluxe suite
with lounge and dining area, changing
rooms, buggy parking bay and even butler
service on request.
Near the main clubhouse, the 250-room
Holiday Inn Kuala Lumpur Glenmarie
complements GGCC with extensive
facilities for accommodation, dining,
conferences and functions.
Strategically located near the townships of
Shah Alam, Subang Jaya, Petaling Jaya and
Damansara, GGCC is 10 minutes from
Subang Airport, 45 minutes from Kuala
Lumpur International Airport and half an
hour from Kuala Lumpur city centre.
Glenmarie Golf & Country Club
3, Jalan Usahawan U1/8, 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan
Tel: 03-7803 9090 Fax: 03-7803 2728 Website: www.glenmarie.com.my
Fresh and beautiful surroundings
await you at GGCC
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