MALAYSIA, 2 September 2020 - Universal Robots (UR), Denmark-based collaborative robots (cobots) technology market leader, today advised business leaders across health and related key industries in Malaysia, to leverage robotic automation in response to the COVID-19 pandemic challenges.

Cobots have emerged as a tremendous force for good in the global battle against COVID-19. Contributing to the global response to the pandemic, Universal Robots’ cobot deployments include applications in critical front-line industries such as healthcare, medical testing, sanitization, disinfection, medical equipment, as well as tools to re-shore production and enable operations to be more flexible.

Zurich, Sept. 2, 2020 – Zurich Insurance Group (Zurich) is ramping up the transformation of its global business to meet the rapidly changing needs of consumers, launching a new unit to expand digital services worldwide and create a more intimate connection with its customers and partners.

The Global Business Platforms unit will be headed by current APAC CEO Jack Howell as of Jan. 1, 2021. Over the last four years, Mr. Howell has expanded and transformed the business in APAC and advanced Group innovation by focusing on customer needs. He has demonstrated vision and the ability to translate this into innovative services. 

PETALING JAYA, 1 September 2020 - Dutch Lady, Malaysia’s No.1 dairy brand, is reintroducing its Liquid Milk and Family Milk Powder products portfolio to tap into a growing market centered around health conscious consumer trends whilst remaining steadfast in its commitment towards building strong families with high-quality milk products.

To meet this growing demand, Dutch Lady has improved its recipes and re-introduced a new formulation with all-new packaging to highlight these changes. The brand is already synonymous with delicious and nutritious milk, and has nourished the nation for over 57 years. This new look and improved recipes will only allow it to develop further in tandem with the growing health-consciousness in the local market.

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) felicitated 54 trainees from its Advanced Modern Apprenticeship Class of 2020 last week. The apprentice programme, in its 36^th year, aims to nurture local Malaysian talent to become world-class technicians and join the Mercedes Benz network to put their skills to the test. As of August 2020, over 900 graduates have successfully entered the Mercedes-Benz network as advanced technicians after their successful completion from the programme. 

Dr Claus Weidner, President and CEO of Mercedes-Benz Malaysia said, “At Mercedes-Benz, we believe in the continuous development of an individual, training them to be self-reliant and driven for perfection. Over the years, we have seen many graduates join the programme and excel in their automotive career with us. The programme is designed to not only nurture young Malaysians by exposing them to advanced technical skills but also helps them future-proof their careers by learning from the finest in the industry.  It is our goal to have a pool of well-trained, technically skilled workforce for our network across Malaysia to ensure that our customers get the best driving experience and uncompromising quality of their vehicle.”