KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 17 (Bernama) -- UMW Group’s wholly-owned subsidiary, UMW Innovation and R&D Centre Sdn. Bhd. (“UIRDC”) has entered into a Memorandum of Cooperation (“MoC”) with SIRIM Berhad, an agency under the purview of the Ministry of International Trade and Industry, to form a strategic collaboration particularly in the areas of innovation and technology.
Capitalising on the MoC, the UMW Group aims to foster technological advancement through SIRIM’s Industrial Centre of Innovation and Technology. Among the identified key areas of potential collaboration are Smart Manufacturing, Nanotechnology, Industrial Biotechnology as well as Testing, Inspection & Certification. The essence of the strategic collaboration encompasses scientific industrial research, provision of technology transfer and consultancy services as well as the development of new Malaysian standards.
Through this collaboration, the UMW Group would gain access to SIRIM’s expertise in the development of standards which is at the forefront of technology innovation for various industries. Furthermore, both parties will be cooperating in technical expertise and training which will lead to execution of projects as well as commercialisation of products.
The MoC signing was executed virtually today between Dato’ Dr. Ahmad Sabirin Arshad, President and Group Chief Executive of SIRIM Berhad and Dato’ Ahmad Fuaad Kenali, President and Group CEO of UMW Holdings Berhad.
Dato’ Dr. Ahmad Sabirin Arshad, President and Group Chief Executive of SIRIM Berhad said the collaboration, among others, will provide SIRIM and UMW a platform to explore potential areas such as in Industry 4.0, fabrication of machinery and equipment, renewable energy and environmental technology.
“Through UIRDC, we hope to work with the relevant industries and stakeholders, to provide consultancy and technical assistance in technology, recommending proposals and intervention plans for nurturing the upstream, middle and downstream industry; and the application of SIRIM’s technology, innovative solutions or adoption of other technology to specific target groups. Areas that we can explore include Industry 4.0 solutions and water filtration technology for industry and community use,” he added.
Dato’ Ahmad Fuaad Kenali, President and Group CEO of UMW Holdings Berhad remarked, "With the ever changing market conditions, the need to remain competitive and relevant requires all entities to continuously innovate and improve.”
“UMW is pleased to collaborate with SIRIM, the country’s premier industrial research and technology organisation, to capitalise on each other’s strengths and know-how that can be synergised to accelerate our shared pursuit of innovation. Furthermore, it will help us to improve our products and processes as well as enhance our competitiveness to achieve greater resilience for our businesses. We look forward to the collaboration as it provides the opportunity for the UMW Group to leverage on SIRIM’s capability to hasten our products innovation and commercialisation,” added Dato’ Fuaad.
About UMW The UMW Group is an international conglomerate that develops industries, manages partnerships and facilitates growth. It is involved in four core business segments – Automotive, Equipment, Manufacturing & Engineering and Aerospace. The Group operates in 8 countries and has over 7,000 employees.
Moving forward, UMW strives to play a leading role in shaping the future of its industries. The Company will do this by inspiring vibrant ideas, nurturing potential, pioneering partnerships and delivering excellence in everything it does; the rewards of which will contribute to the progress and well-being of all its stakeholders.
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S Vikneshwaran
General Manager – Group Investor & Media Relations
UMW Corporation Sdn. Bhd.
+603 2025 2104 / +6019 850 5799
vikneshwaran.s@umw.com.my ABOUT SIRIM A wholly-owned company of the Malaysian Government under the Ministry of International Trade and Industry, SIRIM Berhad is a leading organisation for technology and quality solutions specialising in: Industrial Research, Technology Development and Commercialisation; Certification, Testing and Inspection; Measurement and Calibration; Training; Standards Research and Development; Technology-based Entrepreneurship; and Design Advisory.
www.sirim.my SIRIM Media Contact: Amalia Hasannudin, Tel: 017 3096519 or e-mail:
amalia@sirim.my Source: UMW Corporation Sdn. Bhd.
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