The recently introduced next generation Isuzu GIGA heavy-duty trucks range, which is the first full model change since Isuzu launched the first generation in 1994 in Japan, is a strong indication of the company’s ambition to strengthening its presence in the heavy-duty segment. The new GIGA range comprises five new models built with powerful stature, strong performance and greater comfort, paving the way for Isuzu to capture a larger market share in Malaysia’s heavy-duty and
prime mover segment.

The trucks include the ‘C’ and ‘E’ series which are model CYZ420 rigid trucks with 7-speed manual transmission, EXR420 4x2 and EXZ460 6x4 prime mover models that are available in up to 16- speed manual transmission and automated manual transmission (AMT). These trucks have Euro 3 emission standard with 15.6-litre 6WG1 engine capable in producing pulling strength at 420 and 460 horsepower.

Models with the AMT Smoother-GX transmission ensures a smooth start by reducing the gear shift shock. This feature also automatically controls both the accelerator and shift changes to improve fuel economy and to provide a much more comfortable driving experience and less driver fatigue.

With higher power, performance and stature, these new Giga trucks are ideal for demanding operations for the construction, heavy haulage and bulk delivery industries.
For maximum safety, the trucks are also equipped with the Isuzu Safety Plus platform which offer key safety features including anti-lock braking system (ABS), SRS airbag for driver and brakes override accelerator (BOA). 

Atsunori Murata, Chief Operating Officer, Isuzu Malaysia Sdn Bhd said, “This new Giga range is inspired by the Japanese concept of ‘Meri Hari’ (“メリハリ“), which means balance. This is achieved by harmonising toughness and power with that of comfort and economy by embodying strength and innovation on the cab exterior and perfected functionality, comfort and spaciousness in the cab interior.” 

The cab shape has been optimized to a cubic form to achieve the best-in-class aerodynamics which significantly reduces the coefficient of drag and air pressure on the body or trailer front by gently diverting the air flowing around the cab. Thus, there is better cooling performance which is an important component of clean exhaust gas, reduction of noise from strong winds, safer driving journey and lesser amount of fuel being consumed by the trucks. 

Putting a strong focus on truck drivers, the cab interior of the new GIGA trucks features European standards ergonomic design for more driver-friendly features, better operability and increased comfort. A key feature for the prime mover models is the ISRI brand high-performance seat with an integrated seat belt produced by the prominent German company ISRINGHAUSEN.

This seat is highly popular in Europe especially for very long-distance driving and its flexibility to accommodate a wide array of body types. For example, this seat can accommodate people with up to 2 meters in height and 150 kg in weight. Other features include seat warmer and cooling ventilation, and various adjustments such as tilt structure, reclining angle, shoulder adjustment, lumbar support and more to better fit different body shapes and preferences. 

The dashboard is designed with a semi-round instrument panel which aggregates switches near the instrument cluster and panel. The farthest edge of the instrument panel has been extended forward by 160 mm at a 20° angle to improve usability without the driver feeling cramped. As the various switches are neatly arranged in zones based on usage frequency, this enables a more efficient and smoother operating environment.

The instrument cluster graphics have been carefully deliberated on with regard to the division of space priority placements and font type to ensure easy viewing and comprehension of information at a glance for the driver. 

In the instrument cluster is a 4-inch LCD multi-information display meter which displays variousimportant information for the driver such as the driver assistance, transmission, utility and always-on display areas. The main display is arranged on a compact T-shaped guideline to ease viewing and increase safety.

On top of that, the multi-information display meter and cruise control can also be operated via the steering wheel which now contain relevant switches. This is a new feature in Isuzu trucks which can significantly improve operability and safety while driving. The size of the steering wheel has also been reduced by 20 mm, as compared to other previous Giga models, by decreasing the steering operation force to improve maneuverability. 

The cab interior is also optimized and is more spacious with ample storage compartments to keep stems safely and neatly stored, such as the header tray, cup holders, center console box with lid for storing items like keys, center top tray for storing items like handphones and large door pocket on the driver side which is useful for storing items like handy sized maps and notepads.

Both the opening height and width of the driver and passenger doors have been increased to significantly expand the area of the opening for ease of entry and exit. In addition, serviceability is improved with designs such as larger cab tilt angle and easy-to-remove headlight rim without having to detach the bumper.

With an eye on an innovative future, the 2022 edition of the Singapore International Transport Congress and Exhibition (SITCE) will discuss the latest developments transforming urban mobility.

Held in a city where innovation shines through, the world of public transport will see what the next steps are for transforming the way we move around our cities.

Under the 2022 edition theme “Heartbeat of Mobility”, expert voices and interesting contributions will be made in a pioneering region of the world (2-4 November).

We’re pleased to announce that one of those important voices will be our keynote speaker Katrine Marçal.

A bestselling author, leading journalist, and sought-after speaker, Katrine is a welcome addition to our 2022 gathering.

As an author, her first book “Who Cooked Adam Smith’s Dinner?” has been translated into more than 20 languages across the globe, and was named one of The Guardian’s books of the year in 2015.

Recognition for Katrine’s work grew from there, and in the same year she was listed as one of the BBC’s 100 Women.

Writing for Swedish newspaper Dagens Nyheter, Katrine has interviewed some of the world’s leading economic thinkers – with several of her interviews viewed on YouTube more than a million times.

Katrine's second book “Mother Of Invention: How Good Ideas Get Ignored In An Economy Built For Men” became a bestseller in Sweden in 2020 and will be published in several languages during 2021 and 2022.

Originally from Sweden, Katrine now lives in the English countryside, and continues to inspire as a writer and speaker, giving keynotes at institutions such as Oxford University Business and Economics Programme, London School of Economics and The Royal School of Technology in Stockholm.

We know that the world is changing, and public transport finds itself looking to the future in an ever-changing society.

Innovation will help to lead this change, and with a strong focus on gender equality and women in leadership, public transport can help to transform our cities into the most liveable places for all of us.

With Katrine’s focus on including women as the missing key to innovation, leading audiences through fascinating examples of how innovators have failed to take women's experiences into account, she will analyse what they can tell us about women and innovation today.

Katrine’s keynote speech is not to be missed!

The perfect platform…for the latest sector solutions

For the fourth edition of the most important event in public transport held in the Asia-Pacific region, SITCE has established itself as a must-attend gathering in the region.

Working towards a more sustainable, resilient and seamless public transport, Asia-Pacific has become known as a testing ground for smart and pioneering sector developments.

Jointly hosted by UITP and LTA Singapore, the theme ‘Heartbeat of Mobility’ is set, with the Congress programme and Exhibition planning in place for another exciting edition.

Across the three days, there will be Plenary Sessions suited to everyone’s interests, covering a wide range of topics for the future of urban mobility.

A very special fireside chat will take place with our partners at BBC StoryWorks to launch a new member-led collaboration, featuring several UITP members who are part of the new series.

Scania Malaysia menyerahkan Scania New Truck Generation (NTG) P410 A6x2NA ADR yang pertama di Sarawak kepada Jospun Jaya Sdn Bhd (Jospun Jaya) di bengkel Scania di Bintulu dan akan turut disokong oleh bengkel di Kuching. NTG spesifikasi ADR ini disertakan dengan Kontrak Repair & Maintenance (R&M); Fleet Management System (FMS) Control 10; Scania Assistance 24/7 dan disokong oleh Scania Hire Purchase. Kunci trak diserahkan kepada Madang Jok, Pengarah Jospun Jaya Sdn Bhd. 

Scania NTG P410A6X2NA dilengkapi dengan pelbagai ciri keselamatan ADR. Dilengkapi dengan Electronic Braking System (EBS) dan Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) Scania yang berteknologi maju, NTG ini juga dilengkapi dengan Scania Retarder dalam memastikan keselamatan untuk penghantaran kargo cecair mudah terbakar (Flammable Liquid). Pemandu yang ditetapkan dengan tiga sandaran adalah sangat terlatih dalam pensijilan ADR yang selari dengan ciri keselamatan yang ditawarkan oleh Scania NTG. Sekiranya berlaku kecemasan, beg udara stereng memberikan keselamatan tambahan kepada pemandu. Speed Limiter di NTG juga akan memastikan pematuhan had laju dan keselamatan tambahan kepada pengguna jalan raya lain di lebuh raya. 

Casis memenuhi keperluan untuk jenis kenderaan FL. Peralatan berikut disertakan: pengehad kelajuan, penutup haba pada sistem ekzos, kawalan pada panel instrumen dan perlindungan lampu belakang dan sistem elektrik ADR berpenebat. Terdapat juga butang buka dan tutup elektrik untuk suis induk bateri pada panel instrumen dan pada casis, dengan fungsi keselamatan terbina dalam supaya butang tidak boleh tersilap tekan. Dua langkah diperlukan untuk mengaktifkan fungsi ini dan akan memberhentikan arus ke seluruh kenderaan, kecuali sistem penggera. 

Reka bentuk yang lebih baik daripada generasi sebelumnya menjadikan NTG lebih mesra pemandu dengan tempat duduk boleh laras yang sangat selesa yang berdekatan dengan pintu; papan pemuka ergonomik dengan kawalan yang mudah digunakan dan cermin depan yang lebih besar dengan pandangan lanjutan membolehkan penglihatan yang lebih jelas dari setiap sudut untuk pemandu. Semua ini menjadikannya lebih mudah untuk mereka beroperasi dalam persekitaran yang selesa dan selamat. 

Direka dan direka bentuk untuk memberikan kecekapan bahan api yang lebih baik dan pelepasan CO₂ yang lebih rendah, ia dilengkapi dengan rangkaian kuasa termaju dan penyelesaian aerodinamik yang memberikan penjimatan bahan api sehingga 3%. Mod Ekonomi yang telah ditetapkan secara lalai, yang disertakan dengan Opticruise menjimatkan lebih banyak bahan api. 

Perkhidmatan Kontrak dan Kewangan Scania memberi jaminan kepada Jospun Jaya penyelesaian logistik yang komprehensif untuk ketenangan fikiran sepenuhnya. Keuntungan boleh direalisasikan serta-merta dengan kos bulanan tetap dan boleh diramal. Jospun Jaya juga akan mengambil kesempatan daripada Fleet Management System Control 10 yang menyampaikan lebih banyak maklumat dan pandangan dalam menyokong prestasi kenderaan dan pemandu. Daripada keperluan teras seperti kedudukan masa nyata NTG ADR, melalui prestasi kenderaan, laporan alam sekitar, perancangan perkhidmatan dan pelaporan kecacatan sehinggalah kepada penilaian pemandu yang akan membantunya mengenal pasti potensi peningkatan penggunaan kenderaan dengan cepat. 

Sebagai permulaan, latihan pengenalan kenderaan yang diberikan oleh jurulatih Scania semasa penghantaran membuatkan pemandu berdedikasi menjadi lebih pantas dan memastikan mereka membiasakan diri dengan kawalan yang memastikan masa beroperasi maksimum dari awal operasinya. 

“Keselamatan tetap dan akan sentiasa menjadi keutamaan kami terhadap pelanggan kami. Mendapatkan kontrak terbaru ini untuk mengangkut bahan berbahaya memerlukan trak yang akan memastikan operasi kami selamat dan menghasilkan penghantaran muatan yang selamat untuk pelanggan kami. Meskipun, pemandu kami yang berdedikasi dilatih secara mandatori oleh pelanggan kami, pihak kami gembira kerana Scania juga memberikan latihan khusus untuk membiasakan diri dalam mendapatkan yang terbaik daripada NTG ADR untuk pemandu kami,” tegas Madang Jok. 

Ditubuhkan di Miri pada tahun 1991, Jospun Jaya diasaskan oleh Jok Ding dan anak perempuannya, Roselyn Jok yang kini merupakan Pengarah Urusan. Perniagaan utama Jospun adalah pengangkutan produk berasaskan bahan api seperti diesel dan beroperasi dari Miri (HQ), dengan cawangan di Bintulu dan Sibu.

“Menjadi yang pertama melabur dalam Scania NTG ADR di Sarawak, menunjukkan langkah bijak pihak kepimpinan. Trak Scania ADR kami kini digunakan secara meluas di Malaysia dan trak Scania ADR Jospun Jaya kini akan menjadi penanda aras keperluan standard keselamatan untuk pengangkutan barangan berbahaya di Sarawak. Kami percaya, ini merangsangkan peluang Jospun Jaya dalam mencapai kejayaan jangka panjang dalam perniagaan mereka,” kata Heba El Tarifi, Pengarah Urusan, Scania Asia Tenggara.

Scania Malaysia delivered the first Scania ADR New Truck Generation (NTG) P410 A6x2NA in Sarawak to Jospun Jaya Sdn. Bhd. (Jospun Jaya) at the Scania workshop in Bintulu and will also be supported by the workshop in Kuching. This ADR specification NTG comes with Repair & Maintenance (R&M) Contract; Scania Fleet Management System (FMS) Control 10; 24/7 Scania Assistance and supported by Scania Hire Purchase. The key was handed to Madang Jok, Director of Jospun Jaya Sdn. Bhd.

The Scania P410A6X2NA NTG comes with a host of ADR safety features. Equipped with Scania’s technologically advanced Electronic Braking System (EBS) and Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), this NTG is also complemented with Scania Retarder in assuring safety for the delivery of flammable liquid (FL) cargo. The designated driver with three back-ups were highly trained in ADR certification that is in sync with safety features that the Scania NTG offers. In the event of an emergency, the steering airbag provides added safety to drivers. The speed limiter on the NTG will also ensure compliance with the speed limit and added safety to other road-users on the highways.

The chassis fulfils the requirements for vehicle type FL. The following equipment is included: speed limiter, heat cover over exhaust systems, controls on the instrument panel and tail lamp protection and insulated ADR electrical system. There is also an electric on and off button for the battery master switch on the instrument panel and on the chassis, with built-in safety function so the button cannot be pressed by mistake. Two steps are required to activate this function and will disconnect the current to the whole vehicle, except the alarm system. 

A much-improved design from the previous generation makes the NTG more driver-friendly with very comfortable adjustable seat that is close to the door, ergonomic dashboard with easy to-use controls and a larger windscreen with extended viewing allowing for clearer visibility from every angle for the drivers, making it easier for them to operate in a comfortable and safe environment.

Designed and engineered to give better fuel efficiency and lower CO₂ emissions, it is equipped with advanced powertrain and aerodynamic solutions that gives up to 3% fuel economy. The pre-set Economy Mode default, that comes with the Opticruise saves even more fuel.

The Scania Contracted and Financial Services assures Jospun Jaya a comprehensive logistical solution for a total peace-of-mind. Profitability could be realised immediately with fixed and predictable monthly cost. Jospun Jaya will also take advantage of the Fleet Management System Control 10 which delivers a lot more of both information and insights in support of the vehicle and driver performance. From core necessities like real time positioning of the NTG ADR, via vehicle performance, environmental reports, service planning and defect reporting all the way to driver evaluation which will help it to quickly identify potential vehicle usage improvements.

To begin with, the vehicle introduction training that was given by a Scania trainer upon delivery got the dedicated drivers up to speed and ensured they get familiar with the controls ensuring maximum uptime from the very start of its operations. 

“Safety has always and will always be at the top of our concern for our customers. Getting this latest contract to transport dangerous materials required a truck that will ensure our operations are safe resulting in the safe delivery of the load for our customer. Though our dedicated drivers are mandatorily trained by our customer, we are glad that Scania is also giving specialised familiarisation training in getting the best out of the ADR NTG for our drivers,” stressed Madang Jok.

Established in Miri in 1991, Jospun Jaya was founded by Jok Ding and daughter Roselyn Jok who is presently the Managing Director. The main nature of business is the transportation of fuel-based products such as diesel and operating from Miri (HQ), with branches in Bintulu and Sibu.

“Being the first to invest in a Scania ADR NTG in Sarawak spells a leadership move. Our Scania ADR trucks are presently being widely used in Malaysia and Jospun Jaya’s Scania ADR truck will now set the safety standard requirements for the transportation of hazardous goods in Sarawak. We believe, this boost Jospun Jaya’s journey in achieving long-term success in their business,” stated Heba El Tarifi, Managing Director, Scania Southeast Asia.

Keysight Technologies, Inc, a leading technology company that delivers advanced design and validation solutions to help accelerate innovation to connect and secure the world, announced that Scania has chosen Keysight's Scienlab Battery Test Solutions for its new state-of-the-art battery laboratory at its research and development facilities in Södertälje, Sweden.

Scania, part of the Volkswagen Group, is one of the world's top manufacturers for buses and trucks and is driving the shift to e-mobility for commercial vehicles while pursuing a long-term strategy to achieve the company goals for innovation and sustainability. The new 1,000-square-meter laboratory includes three 250-square-meter test halls for battery cells, modules and packs. The main focus is on battery performance and lifespan evaluation in various climatic conditions from -40°C to 70°C.

Keysight provided a customized turnkey battery laboratory solution including the full range of the company's Scienlab Battery Test Systems for cells, modules and packs, coupled with a comprehensive safety concept while realizing the installation at the customer's site. In addition to Keysight's Energy Storage Discover Software for test and control, Scania leveraged Keysight's PathWave Lab Operations for Battery Test, an integrated, web-based lab management platform that optimizes workflow, test throughput and data management. This solution enables Scania to optimize planning and coordination of its battery laboratory by managing all resources, including lab personnel, test systems and devices under test (DUTs).

"The need for relevant skills and knowledge in battery usage and lifecycle optimization is more important than ever before. Here in the lab, we have the prerequisites to perform our very best in this area," said Håkan Örnhed, Head of Test Cell Operation Battery and E-components at Scania. "We see an increasing need to intensify battery testing and tailored deployment. Keysight's experience and expertise in battery testing has resulted in a solution that meets our requirements, which made them the perfect choice to realize this crucial project." Örnhed continued.

The new battery laboratory complements a smaller facility with a climatic chamber for battery pack testing, that is extremely flexible because it is basically "outdoors." With this lab, Scania can test the performance of battery packs on operational electric trucks and buses without removing batteries. Vehicles are parked close to the lab and connected to the testing equipment, or the powertrain can be tested in a huge climate chamber instead of running real-life winter tests outdoors. Furthermore, Scania's engineers examine the best operational conditions for the battery, considering things such as temperature setpoint, state of charge window and charging power profile for tailored utilization in optimizing battery life and customer needs.

"Our goal is to provide comprehensive test solutions that help our customers accelerate and improve their development activities. We are extremely proud that we could support Scania in their aspiration to secure a market leadership position for commercial EV vehicles," said Thomas Goetzl, vice president and general manager for Keysight's Automotive and Energy Solutions business unit. "Our collaborative approach with Scania was to challenge the state-of-the-art, which enabled us to gain insights from a world-leading transportation manufacturer who strives to discover new edges of e-mobility use-cases and technologies." 

One of Thailand’s leading supermarket retailers, Lotus’s, has partnered with logistics provider Kuehne+Nagel Thailand to become the first supermarket retailer in the country to use electric vehicles (EVs) in their distribution operations for bakery delivery. Through this partnership, the two companies will mark a first for the retail industry in Thailand, and pave the way towards greater sustainability for the nation.

The first stage of the bakery distributions using EVs has been rolled out recently in Bangkok, with further plans to increase the number of vehicles and cities to 5 Bangkok routes and 21 regional routes in the coming months. Prior, Lotus’s distributions used standard diesel vans. The replacement of these vans with EVs is expected to result in a reduction of 24.7 tonnes of CO2 emissions per truck each year, greatly reducing the company’s overall carbon footprint.

“Lotus’s is committed to ensuring its operations are sustainable, and we are delighted to work with Kuehne+Nagel Thailand to achieve this milestone and towards Charoen Pokphand Group’s ambition to become a net zero organisation by 2030. As one of the leading supermarket retailers in Thailand, we hope the positive impact we are making will inspire other companies to follow suit,” said Mr. Ekachai Phoosanabhongs, Distribution Director, Lotus’s Thailand.

Bjoern Schoon, Managing Director for Kuehne+Nagel Thailand says: “We are proud to be a part of this initiative, and help pave the way for more similar projects in Thailand and around the world. The EV project is a key development in making logistics more sustainable, and Kuehne+Nagel is committed to helping customers achieve their sustainability goals.” 

Kumpulan Syarikat Sin Hock Soon (Kumpulan Sin Hock Soon) melalui anak syarikatnya Benua Haulage Sdn Bhd (Benua Haulage), melaksanakan modenisasi untuk memulakan era baharu logistik melalui perkongsian mampan dengan Scania. Perkongsian ini merangkumi penyelesaian pengangkutan komprehensif yang terdiri daripada Scania New Truck Generation (NTG); dibiayai oleh Scania Credit, dilindungi oleh Scania Repair & Maintenance Agreement (IPR&M), dan dipantau oleh sistem Scania Fleet Management Control. Kumpulan Sin Hock Soon juga akan memastikan kedudukannya sebagai 'A Good Company' dengan mengendalikan unit-unit ini berdasarkan kepada cara kerja Scania Ecolution yang terbaik. Perkongsian ini juga meliputi perjanjian untuk mendapatkan bekalan alat ganti tulen Scania dalam perkhidmatan flit Scania sedia ada, yang telah beroperasi di Kumpulan Sin Hock Soon. Majlis menandatangani MoU telah diadakan untuk menambah pesanan 30 buah lagi NTG kepada pesanan sedia ada sebanyak 33 buah. Majlis menandatangani perjanjian lain untuk IPR&M, Ecolution dan Parts Services juga menyaksikan Heba El Tarifi, Pengarah Urusan, Scania Asia Tenggara menyerahkan kunci kumpulan pertama penghantaran kepada Shawn Yew Ee Sheng, Pengurus Besar/Pengarah, Kumpulan Sin Hock Soon. Menyaksikan majlis itu ialah Tony Yew Poh Aik, Pengarah, Kumpulan Sin Hock Soon, dan Pasukan Pengurusan Scania. 

“Saya ingin mengucapkan tahniah kepada Kumpulan Sin Hock Soon kerana berada di barisan hadapan dalam memacu peralihan ke arah sistem pengangkutan yang mampan. Penekanan mereka terhadap keselamatan, masa beroperasi dan perkhidmatan berkualiti sesuai dengan syarikat yang benar-benar moden, jenama yang benar-benar premium. Melanggan pendekatan Scania Total Solutions akan terus membantu membawa keuntungan dan kemampanan yang lebih besar kepada perniagaan mereka dan pelanggan mereka,” kata Heba. 

Sebanyak 33 buah NTG yang ditempah terdiri daripada 21 unit G410A6x2NZ, 4 unit G460A6x2NZ dan 8 unit G410A6x2NZ (dengan ruang pemandu CG17). Semua NTG didatangkan dengan Advanced Driver Assistance System standard (ADAS) yang menampilkan Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Braking System (EBS). Pelaksanaan ADAS di NTG ini bersama-sama dengan penyelenggaraan berkala yang betul dan dibenarkan mengurangkan kemalangan jalan raya dan kemalangan jiwa, mengurangkan kesesakan lalu lintas dan pembaikan seterusnya infrastruktur jalan yang disebabkan oleh kemalangan.

Semua NTG yang berada pada IPR&M (8 unit) dan Inclusive Maintenance (4 unit) dijamin prosedur penyelenggaraan Scania yang proaktif untuk mengelakkan kerosakan yang memakan masa dan mahal daripada berlaku untuk memaksimumkan masa operasi sambil mengurangkan kos operasi Kumpulan Sin Hock Soon.

Perjanjian Perkhidmatan Kewangan Scania yang meliputi unit-unit ini juga menawarkan penyelesaian pembiayaan yang fleksibel oleh Scania Credit Malaysia yang menyediakan kos yang boleh diramal sepanjang keseluruhan kitaran hayat NTG. 

Selaras dengan inisiatif Sasaran Berasaskan Sains (SBTi) untuk memenuhi sasaran pengurangan jejak karbon yang telah komited oleh Scania, Kumpulan Sin Hock Soon menyertai perjanjian perkongsian Scania Ecolution sebagai peluang untuk meningkatkan penjimatan bahan api sambil menjaga alam sekitar. Ini dilakukan melalui penjejakan dan peningkatan prestasi pemandu Ecolution melalui Scania Fleet Management System Control 10 yang disertakan dengan pakej R&M. Kumpulan Sin Hock Soon akan secara progresif dan sistematik mengurangkan jejak karbon mereka.

Semua NTG Kumpulan Sin Hock Soon juga telah ditetapkan dengan prapilihan mod Ekonomi. Ini bagi memastikan Kumpulan Sin Hock Soon menikmati penjimatan bahan api terbaik dan pengurangan pelepasan CO2, selaras dengan inisiatif Sasaran Berasaskan Sains (SBTi). Kumpulan Sin Hock Soon memulakan operasi perniagaan pada 1990-andengan trak pertamanya yang membawa kargo di Semenanjung Malaysia dan berkembang menjadi konglomerat seperti sekarang. Benua Haulage telah ditubuhkan pada tahun 2000 untuk memberi tumpuan khusus bagi menguasai pasaran pengangkutan. Melalui kekuatan dan pengetahuan bertahun-tahun dalam bidang logistik trak dan pengangkutan, Kumpulan Sin Hock Soon mampu mencipta dan menyampaikan penyelesaian komprehensif kepada rantaian bekalan pelanggannya melalui pembelajaran berterusan, penambahbaikan dan inovasi untuk memenuhi keperluan pelanggannya yang berubah-ubah. Perkhidmatan teras Kumpulan Sin Hock Soon termasuk pengangkutan kargo dan kapal tangki, pengangkutan kontena, pergudangan dan pengedaran, pembrokeran kastam, penghantaran barang, kejuruteraan dan pemajakan & sokongan.

Kumpulan Sin Hock Soon memulakan operasi perniagaan pada 1990-an dengan trak pertamanya yang membawa kargo di Semenanjung Malaysia dan berkembang menjadi konglomerat seperti sekarang. Benua Haulage telah ditubuhkan pada tahun 2000 untuk memberi tumpuan khusus bagi menguasai pasaran pengangkutan. Melalui kekuatan dan pengetahuan bertahun-tahun dalam bidang logistik trak dan pengangkutan, Kumpulan Sin Hock Soon mampu mencipta dan menyampaikan penyelesaian komprehensif
kepada rantaian bekalan pelanggannya melalui pembelajaran berterusan, penambahbaikan dan inovasi untuk memenuhi keperluan pelanggannya yang berubah-ubah. Perkhidmatan teras Kumpulan Sin Hock Soon termasuk pengangkutan kargo dan kapal tangki, pengangkutan kontena, pergudangan dan pengedaran, pembrokeran kastam, penghantaran barang, kejuruteraan dan pemajakan & sokongan.

Shell Malaysia Trading Sdn Bhd telah meraikan kepercayaan dan kesetiaan yang ditunjukkan oleh para pelanggan Shell Rimula di majlis perjumpaan secara bersemuka kali pertama sejak lebih tiga tahun di Sibu, Sarawak, baru-baru ini. 

Lebih daripada 370 pengedar dan pelanggan diraikan di majlis Shell Rimula Gala Dinner 2022 sebagai penghargaan kepada semangat dan sokongan mereka yang tidak berbelah bahagi menjadikan Shell Rimula jenama minyak enjin diesel tugas berat (HDDEO atau heavy-duty diesel engine oil) nombor satu di Malaysia. 

Menyingkap tema acara “Kembali Berjuang” bagi menyatukan hati dan kembali semula dengan lebih gagah, Pengarah Urusan Shell Lubricants – Malaysia & Singapura, Nyon Kam Yew menyatakan keyakinan bahawa Shell Rimula akan muncul dengan lebih kukuh walaupun berdepan dengan persekitaran perniagaan yang mencabar. 

“Kami telah melaksanakan beberapa langkah proaktif untuk meringankan kesan pandemik, naik turun tukaran mata wang asing serta pelbagai cabaran lain dan kami akan meneruskan kerjasama dengan rakan-rakan niaga kami untuk bersama-sama menangani tempoh yang sukar ini. Kami gembira bahawa para pelanggan setia kami masih memilih Shell Rimula, terutamanya di Sabah dan Sarawak.  Ini telah membolehkan Shell Rimula mengukuhkan kedudukan sebagai peneraju pasaran secara keseluruhan dan mencapai pertumbuhan jualan dua angka berbanding tahun 2021!” beliau berkata. 

Sebagai pembekal pelincir siap global yang terkemuka di dunia selama 15 tahun berturut-turut, Shell telah mempamerkan pemahaman yang jelas tentang keperluan pelanggan  menguruskan kos secara berhemah dan isu kemampanan alam sekitar menjadi faktor kejayaan kritikal yang penting. 

“Portfolio semasa HDDEO Shell Rimula di Malaysia seperti minyak enjin sintetik penuh Shell Rimula R6 LM dan minyak enjin teknologi sintetik R5 LE direka untuk memberikan selang waktu penukaran minyak yang lebih lama dan penjimatan bahan api yang lebih baik.  Pelancaran minyak enjin teknologi sintetik Shell Rimula R4 Plus yang baharu pada bulan Ogos 2021 juga telah diterima baik di pasaran dan telah membantu menggandakan jualan pelincir premium Shell⁵,” Nyon berkata. 

Dato' Sri Toh Keng Tiong, JP Pengarah Eksekutif, Swee Quarry Sdn Bhd, pelanggan Shell Rimula selama lebih 20 tahun, berkata bahawa produk jenama ini telah berjaya memenuhi keperluan perniagaan syarikat kuari ini. 

“Sejak menggunakan Shell Rimula, kenderaan dan jentera berat kami dapat mencapai prestasi enjin yang lebih baik dan selang waktu penukaran minyak yang lebih lama dan ini membantu mengurangkan kos operasi kami dengan ketara,” beliau berkata. 

Pengurus Operasi Landasan Kembar Sdn Bhd, Chew Yee Chu berkata bahawa rekod prestasi Shell sebagai salah satu pengeluar pelincir yang terbesar di dunia dan sejarahnya selama 131 tahun di Malaysia bermakna pelanggan boleh menggunakan produk seperti Shell Rimula dengan penuh yakin. 

“Kami amat pasti kerana kami tidak menerima sebarang aduan daripada para mekanik atau pemandu kami yang berkaitan dengan masalah pelincir sejak menggunakan Shell Rimula,” beliau berkata.  

The Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS) is pleased to announce the appointment of
Professor Dr. Wong Shaw Voon as the new Chairman of the MIROS Board of Directors with effect from
5th February 2022 to succeed Datuk Suret Singh whose term ended on 4th February 2022. 

Professor Dr. Wong Shaw Voon is an expert with extensive experience in the field of road safety at the national and international levels. His involvements include the enactment of various road safety policies in Malaysia such as the wearing of rear seatbelt, revision of the Road Transport Act 1987 on driving under influence (alcohol and drugs) and implementing the framework of United Nations (UN) Regulations relating to vehicle safety. Besides, he was also involved in the establishment of the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS), ASEAN Road Safety Centre, ASEAN New Car Assessment Programme (NCAP), International Road Assessment Programme (iRAP) for Malaysia, and the development of national and international standards on road safety such as the Guideline for Road Safety Audit, Code of Practices for Transport Sector and the ISO39001 Road Traffic Safety Management Systems.

Furthermore, Professor Dr. Wong Shaw Voon has served as the Special Advisor on Road Safety to the Minister of Transport and Communications Myanmar. He was also a representative of the Malaysian Government for proposing the endorsement of the ASEAN Declaration on Road Safety Strategy by the ASEAN Transport Ministers in 2015.

Professor Dr. Wong Shaw Voon is currently a Professor at the Department of Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering, University Putra Malaysia (UPM) and earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering from the Dublin City University, Ireland. He has also served as the Director-General of MIROS for six years ending in September 2017 and has also been a member of the MIROS Board of Directors since August 2011.

The credibility and leadership of Professor Dr. Wong Shaw Voon in the field of road safety is hoped to drive MIROS to excel in research and development in the field of road safety towards developing policies relating to road safety in Malaysia. 

MIROS would also like to express our highest gratitude to Datuk Suret Singh for his outstanding services and contributions during his tenure as Chairman of the MIROS Board of Directors since February 2019.

大马首家在所有卡车系列中标配欧V引擎的卡车制造商MAN Truck & Bus (M) Sdn. Bhd.（大马MAN），这回以巴士底盘系列再度领先群伦和承诺永续经营。大马首家在所有卡车系列中标配欧V引擎的卡车制造商MAN Truck & Bus (M) Sdn. Bhd.（大马MAN），这回以巴士底盘系列再度领先群伦和承诺永续经营。

大马MAN董事经理Andrew O’Brooks 在双文丹本地组装厂举行的年度巴士业主要业者聚会MAN BAGUS上宣布，该公司规划引进低碳排欧V引擎作为2023年的选项之一，以协助巴士业者减少碳足迹。 

他说：“我们也希望明年开始接MAN的e-底盘订单，但是，那得视电动车充电基建的发展而定，我们希望这是大马主管当局的重点。随著我们领军朝大马2050年碳中和地位发展及持续为运输业提供友善环境的选项，这些都是大马MAN的突破性举措。引进欧V引擎和e-底盘，绝对会让早已因为品质丶可靠丶功能众多及灵活性强的MAN Bus产品鹤立鸡群。”  

O’Brooks有信心，大马的巴士业者将跟其他许多果断将标备了欧V引擎的全新MAN卡车世代（New MAN Truck Generation）卡车纳入车队的运输和物流业同行一样，很有远见地加入可持续发展的旅程。  

他说：“我相信，很多人将看到为车队投资更可持续丶燃油效率高和低碳排车辆的好处。由于陆路交通是最大的碳排放来源，且如果大马想在2050年达成碳中和地位的目标，大家就必须在协助大马减低运输业碳足迹上扮演好自己的角色。” 

大马MAN在该活动期间积极与巴士业者交流，并分享了全球最新趋势，以及MAN为大众运输业成功开发电动行车解决方案的成功事迹，例如MAN Lion City E。

欧洲几个城市的市内巴士服务已经在使用MAN Lion City E，它已被公认也适合长途巴士。 

MAN的电动巴士在2022年4月29日一直进行至5月8日的成绩斐然“Electrifying Europe Tour”活动中，从德国慕尼黑行驶了2500公里来到爱尔兰的利默里克，证明它的性能卓越又可靠。 

但是，要在大马市场推出全新e-底盘前还有不少挑战得先解决。 

首先，作为石油生产国的大马汽油价格相对比较便宜，大规模推动电动行车的奖掖并不多。

其次，尽管大马政府承诺最早将在2050年碳中和，但实质落实流程仍然不明，投资电动巴士（PSV）方面的奖掖也不足。  

第三，充电站及相关基建的投资和开发，也许就是将e-底盘引进大马，或甚至是整装进口（CBU）电动巴士的最大障碍。 

Selepas menjadi pengeluar trak pertama di Malaysia yang menawarkan enjin Euro V sebagai enjin standard, MAN Truck & Bus (M) Sdn Bhd (MAN Malaysia) sekali lagi mempamerkan kepimpinan apabila secara aktif bertemu dengan pihak berkuasa bagi menangani isu-isu yang dihadapi oleh syarikat pengeluar dan juga syarikat pengangkutan.

Delegasi seramai 12 orang pegawai dari Kementerian Pengangkutan Malaysia (MOT), Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ), Puspakom dan Agensi Pengangkutan Awam Darat (APAD) telah dijemput oleh MAN Malaysia untuk mengunjungi ibu pejabat syarikat di Rawang dan kilang pemasangan di Serendah baru-baru ini.

Pengarah Urusan MAN Malaysia, Andrew O’Brooks merakamkan penghargaan kepada MOT atas usaha mengumpulkan agensi-agensi berkaitan pengangkutan darat untuk pertemuan yang julung kali dianjurkan.

“Kami berbesar hati atas kesudian pihak Kementerian untuk mendengar dan berinteraksi dengan kami bagi meningkatkan kecekapan proses pendaftaran trak baharu dan mencari jalan untuk memberi insentif kepada syarikat pengangkutan yang komited untuk mengurangkan pelepasan dengan melabur dalam trak-trak yang dilengkapi enjin berspesifikasi Euro V.

MAN komited sepenuhnya untuk mengurangkan jejak karbon kami dan pada masa yang sama memberi tumpuan untuk menghasilkan nilai yang mampan untuk tempoh jangka panjang. Ini menjelaskan mengapa kami membuat keputusan yang berani untuk melengkapkan semua produk Trak kami di Malaysia dengan enjin yang mematuhi paras pelepasan Euro V mulai tahun 2022.

Keputusan ini bukanlah sesuatu yang mudah untuk diambil dan memerlukan pengorbanan. Walau bagaimanapun, kami dapat melihat manfaat untuk Malaysia dan para pelanggan kami melalui langkah yang kami ambil untuk mengurangkan pelepasan kenderaan di negara ini,” beliau berkata.


Ketua Delegasi Puan Rosnina Yaacob, Timbalan Setiausaha Bahagian I, Bahagian Perancangan Strategik Dan Antarabangsa, MOT, berkata bahawa Kementerian mengalu-alukan inisiatif yang diambil oleh para pengeluar untuk mengeratkan hubungan kerana ini juga membantu pihak kerajaan memahami dengan lebih lanjut tentang keperluan mereka selain memahami teknologi trak terkini yang digunakan di negara ini.
“Kementerian akan sentiasa berusaha untuk menyediakan dasar-dasar yang lebih baik bagi membantu industri pengangkutan, terutamanya dalam memendekkan dan mempercepatkan proses permohonan pelbagai permit dan kelulusan. Kami gembira dapat menyertai sesi lawatan dan dialog antara kementerian dan agensi-agensi yang berkaitan dengan MAN Malaysia. Sesi yang dianjurkan ini telah memberi manfaat kepada semua pihak.”     

Top Team Scania, lima daripada 12 cawangan Scania di Malaysia berjaya ke pertandingan akhir Nasional pada hari ini. Juruteknik Scania ini adalah pakar berdedikasi yang menyumbang kepada imej jenama premium Scania dan nama yang dipercayai serta dihormati dalam industri pengangkutan komersial tugas berat. Pasukan pemenang, B100 dari bengkel Scania Malaysia Ipoh akan diterbangkan ke Thailand untuk menyertai rakan sekerja mereka dari Singapura dan Filipina untuk kejohanan Akhir Serantau Asia Pasifik dan pemenangnya akan mewakili rantau itu ke Grand Final di Eropah.

Dr Ahmad Zainal Abd Aziz, Ketua Jabatan Automotif dan Suhardi Md Yunus, Ketua Jabatan Kenderaan Komersial, Institut Kemahiran Tinggi Belia Negara Dusun Tua (IKTBNDT) menyerikan acara itu bersama 15 pelatih. Mereka dijemput untuk menyaksi pertandingan dan menghadiri ceramah kerjaya.

Top Team adalah pertandingan global untuk pasukan perkhidmatan profesional dalam rangkaian pakar dan penasihat perkhidmatan Scania. Top Team Scania bermula di bengkel pasukan dengan cabaran teori dalam dua bahagian. Apabila pasukan mara ke peringkat akhir nasional, latihan teori ditambah dengan latihan praktikal. Pertandingan ini memerlukan pengetahuan teknikal, semangat berpasukan dan disiplin yang tinggi. Format pertandingan mengikut corak kerja harian dengan objektif dan yang paling penting adalah untuk memenuhi keperluan pelanggan Scania.

Pertandingan Top Team Scania adalah satu usaha untuk mengiktiraf kepentingan kakitangan perkhidmatan untuk menjadi yang terbaik, dan unggul dalam profesion mereka. Ia mempunyai pengetahuan, kemahiran teknologi dan kerja berpasukan yang mencirikan kakitangan perkhidmatan yang diambil dan dibangunkan oleh Scania selama bertahun-tahun. Keperluan industri untuk kakitangan perkhidmatan seperti juruteknik perkhidmatan, pakar alat ganti dan penasihat perkhidmatan, semakin berkembang. Masa operasi trak, bas dan enjin menentukan keuntungan pelanggan. Dan masa operasi, sebahagian besarnya, terletak di tangan kakitangan perkhidmatan yang mahir dan bermotivasi. Pada asasnya ciri-ciri ini jelas dalam semua pasukan yang layak, namun pasukan yang menang menunjukkan tahap yang lebih baik untuk memastikan gelaran Top Team.

Tujuan pertandingan Top Team adalah untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan tentang produk dan perkhidmatan Scania, serta mengukuhkan kerjasama antara perkhidmatan, alat ganti dan kakitangan penasihat perkhidmatan. Top Team Scania juga memberikan gambaran keseluruhan yang baik tentang tahap kecekapan kebangsaan berkenaan tawaran perkhidmatan Scania dan tindakan yang diperlukan untuk mengekalkan keutamaan kepakaran.

Selain daripada mengukuhkan imej Scania dalam kalangan pekerja dan pelanggan, Top Team juga mewujudkan persefahaman dan komitmen untuk Memacu Anjakan ke arah sistem pengangkutan yang mampan.

Hanya 12 pasukan, daripada 1,500 pasukan di seluruh dunia, dari 70 negara, akan mara ke pusingan akhir Grand final di Eropah, bersaing untuk hadiah pertama yang lumayan sebanyak Euro 50 000 kepada pemenang, Euro 30 000 kepada pemenang kedua dan Euro 20 000 kepada pemenang ketiga.

“Dengan menumpukan pada membangunkan kepakaran barisan hadapan kami, juruteknik perkhidmatan Scania, kami menjamin kualiti sokongan dan perkhidmatan yang kami sediakan kepada pelanggan kami. Memastikan masa beroperasi kenderaan ialah perkara yang paling penting kepada pelanggan kami dan perkara yang membantu mereka mengembangkan perniagaan dan keuntungan mereka. Memandangkan industri kami mengalami anjakan teknologi terhebat sepanjang masa, pakar barisan hadapan Scania yang berkumpul dalam cabaran muktamad ini akan mengambil kedudukan utama dalam memacu peralihan itu. Kami berharap dapat menarik lebih ramai bakat melalui prestasi yang ditunjukkan oleh kesemua pasukan hari ini. Tahniah kepada B100 dari bengkel Scania Malaysia Ipoh kerana bekerja sebagai pasukan yang penuh dengan kecemerlangan individu untuk memenangi pertandingan Top Team Nasional 2022/2023.” kata Heba El Tarifi, Pengarah Urusan, Scania Asia Tenggara.

Generasi juruteknik ini dan yang akan datang dijangka memacu perubahan sebenar sejajar dengan industri pengangkutan yang mengalami anjakan teknologi. Anggota Top Team akan mempunyai peluang unik untuk mempengaruhi dan melaksanakan teknologi yang diperlukan untuk mewujudkan sistem pengangkutan yang mampan.

The Mercedes-Benz eActros LongHaul wins the “2023 Truck Innovation Award”. The prestigious industry award is presented to particularly innovative trucks by the “International Truck of the Year” (IToY) jury, which is made up of 25 experienced commercial vehicle journalists from important international media from Europe and other countries. Karin Rådström, CEO Mercedes-Benz Trucks, received the award tonight from Gianenrico Griffini, Chairman of the IToY jury, at an event at the IAA Transportation 2022 in Hanover. Decisive for the vote was the innovative overall technological concept with LFP battery technology, the new e-axle, as well as Mercedes-Benz Trucks’ high development speed.

The heavy battery-electric eActros LongHaul for long-distance transport is Mercedes-Benz Trucks’ trade show highlight and was unveiled as a concept prototype at a press conference in the run-up to the IAA. The e-truck has a range of around 500 kilometres on a single battery charge and is capable of high-performance charging. Readiness for series production is planned for 2024.

In recent years, the Mercedes-Benz eActros for heavy-duty distribution transport and the hydrogen-based fuel cell truck Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck have also won the Innovation Award.

OKO Malaysia uses the ‘MCVE ‘for the Malaysian Launch of the mobile fitting service for OKO’s outstanding tyre sealant for motorbikes. With good reason, as many drivers of commercial vehicles get to work on a motorbike.

Punctures in a 4 wheel vehicle are a big inconvenience – but much more so (dangerous even) with a 2 wheel vehicle. Especially if the main bread winner travels to and from work on only two wheels.

“Many riders we have spoken to, are aware of earlier tyre sealants for tubeless tyre motorbikes, but they have complaints that they do not last, they create imbalanced wheels and vibration, only seals 2-3mm punctures if it still works!” Graham Carmichael, Director, OKO Malaysia told Asian Trucker. According to him, there have also been numerous complaints about wheel rim corrosion when using other products.

OKO’s On Road Motorbike sealant uses the latest sealant technology and customers will suffer none of the above complaints.

The reason for that is that OKO’s formulation uses no latex/ammonia mixtures, which can create allergies if the sealant comes into contact with skin. Also in very rare cases, it may cause death via anaphylactic shock. OKO sealant’s formulas have been developed to ensure no ingredients will damage wheels or tyres. More importantly, OKO reduces the risk of a puncture causing the rider to fall off after losing control of the motorbike.

Carmichael stresses these key points for OKO Motorbike sealant:
- Lasts the life of the tyre
- Creates no vibration/imbalanced wheels
- Seals multiple punctures of 5mm instantaneously
- Washes out with water if the puncture is bigger than 5mm and you want to repair the tyre.
- The seal strength is 1.6 time stronger than a Patch repair and 6 time stronger than a ‘plug’ repair.
- If the puncture is larger than5mm, OKO will still try and seal the puncture and allow the rider to bring the bike to a stop with some control.

OKO Motorbike tyre sealant prices start from a very reasonable RM35-40 per motorbike for the smaller ‘kapcais’; up to RM85-90+ for the very largest bikes
Here is the link to tell customers just how much OKO is needed (in ml) per tyre size. 

“Why do we launch at the MCVE? Well we know that many Truck drivers use a motorbike to drive to the yard they collect their trucks from. Getting a puncture while on the way to work might mean you miss out on a job, or if you are coming home after a day’s work you just to not want that hassle,” he said further. Obviously, this brings benefits for both employee and employer.

Of course, what better way to launch this New Product and Service, than with a Special Offer for the Members of the Asian Truckers Club!

Special Offer For the three days of the MCVE, OKO Malaysia and their Dealer, Saxa Sdn Bhd, will provide FREE OF CHARGE’ the correct dose of OKO Tyre sealant for the first 15 Asian Trucker Club Members, who bring their bikes to the OKO Mobile fitting booth by the Scania “A Good Driver” Competition in the outdoor area. Riders must be able to prove membership of the Asian Truckers Club. The offer is limited to one bike per Club member.

In busy traffic situations, it is difficult for even the most experienced driver to perceive everything around the truck. To prevent stressful situations for the driver, Volvo Trucks is offering its new safety system. Using a dual radar on each side of the truck, the system detects when other road users, for example cyclists, enter the risk area.

“An accident can happen in a split second. Our extensive accident research is based on decades of studying real-life situations, and this new safety system helps the driver to prevent potential collisions,” says Anna Wrige Berling, Traffic & Product Safety Director at Volvo Trucks.

When someone is in the blind spot zone, the system, called Side Collision Avoidance Support, informs the driver via a red light on the relevant side mirror. If the driver indicates a lane change via the turn signal, the red light starts to flash and a warning sound emits from the side of the potential collision. The driver is alerted and can brake the truck, allowing for example a cyclist to pass.

“At Volvo Trucks, our long-term vision is zero accidents, and safety is at the core of everything we do. This new system is another example of our efforts to accomplish these aims,” concludes Anna Wrige.”

The new system will be available globally on the Volvo FH, FM and FMX with diesel, gas and electric drivelines, starting in September this year. The Volvo FL and FE models will get the new safety system in 2023. Volvo Trucks Malaysia noted that this system will eventually also be introduced in Malaysia.