BMCC Newsletter Issue #348 - 10 April 2023 Dear Subscriber, |
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Connecting Through Unity at BMCC's Iftar Networking Dinner with Government Stakeholders |
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The month of Ramadan is a time for us to come together as a community to break bread and share our blessings with those around us. Last week, in the spirit of thankfulness and unity, our Chairman, Mark Arthun, the Board Members, and Executive Office hosted our government stakeholders to an Iftar Networking Dinner to break fast together.
We were honoured and thankful to all who were present. The evening was an opportunity for the BMCC to thank all our distinguished government stakeholders for giving us their constant support through networking, collaborations, and in working closely with the BMCC towards the common goal of making Malaysia a great place to do business whilst building a stronger and more prosperous economy.
The BMCC is a strong believer of the strength of partnerships and networks to bridge gaps, overcome challenges, and implement solutions to build a resilient and prosperous economy. Through our government stakeholders continued support and partnerships, we are confident that the Chamber will be able to continue its mandate in fostering and strengthening the bilateral trade and business relations between Malaysia and the UK. |
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| BMCC Chairman's Dinner with Our New Sterling Members |
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Last week, BMCC Chairman Mark Arthun hosted a business dinner to welcome our new Sterling members Hibiscus Petroleum Berhad, Subsea 7, and Tratax.
The dinner was a delight, the atmosphere was lively, and everyone engaged in an intimate sharing of ideas and experiences. We also had the opportunity to share the Chamber's exciting plans for the future.
We hope our new Sterling Members felt welcomed and valued. We can't wait for what's to come through our future collaborations with these companies. |
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| BMCC in The News | The Star - Boost for M’sia-UK trade |
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Trade between Malaysia and the UK, which currently stands at £5.9bil (RM32.3bil), is set to get a boost this year with the latter’s accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).
The British Malaysia Chamber of Commerce's Chief Executive Officer, Jennifer Lopez told StarBiz that with the UK’s accession to the CPTPP – one of the largest free trade areas in the world, accounting for 21% of global GDP in 2021 – Malaysian exporters would benefit from the expanded preferential access to the UK market.
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| Member's Engagement | Informed Solutions |
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Thank you, Seth L Finegan, UK CEO; David Lawton, Technical Director; and Indigo Brownhall, Technical Associate from Informed Solution for visiting the BMCC office recently. We had a fruitful discussion on Informed Solutions’ latest development strategies and priorities for expansion in Malaysia and the region. Joining the discussion were BMCC's CEO, Jennifer Lopez; Membership & Strategic Partnerships Senior Manager, Roufizah Razali; and Trade Services Executive, Darshini Letchimenan.
We look forward to supporting Informed Solutions expansion plans in Malaysia. |
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| Member's Engagement | USP Resources (SOGO) |
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Recently, we also caught up with the team from USP Resources (SOGO), Dr. Shaun Alexander Isitt, Group Executive Director and Andrea Lim Jyh Hueih, Consultant, on their company's future plans and strategies.
Participating in the meeting were BMCC's Jennifer Lopez, CEO; Roufizah Razali, Membership & Strategic Partnerships Senior Manager and Shaayla Jayabhalan, Business Development (Membership) Manager.
We look forward to working together in the near future! |
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| Meeting with Gentari and PETRONAS |
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We recently had the privilege to pay courtesy visits to Charlotte Wolff-bye, Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer of PETRONAS and Sushil Purohit, Chief Executive Officer of Gentari.
These meetings were timely as discussions about sustainability and energy transition are becoming more and more relevant to businesses globally, including our members. The meetings were insightful as they gave us a greater understanding of the strategies and priority areas for PETRONAS and Gentari, especially in their quests for collaborations abroad.
We see potential collaborations that can be developed between the UK and Malaysia, especially in sharing of best practices and business partnerships to further the energy transition agenda. We look forward to more discussions and joint initiatives to leverage each other’s strengths to advance this important agenda. |
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In keeping with our aim of providing our members with access to only the best information and opportunities, we will be hosting or supporting a range of exciting events for you to partake in. Widen your views and learn more about the different topics we offer:
Grab this opportunity now and register yourself. We’ll see you there!
Browse through the details of our upcoming events below. |
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| Upcoming Event | In conversation with Fabian Bigar, CEO of MyDIGITAL Corporation |
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Join us for a fruitful session with Fabian Bigar, CEO of MyDIGITAL Corporation, and learn about the essentials of digital technology adoption in Malaysia.
Get first-hand insights from Fabian himself on his vision for driving digital transformation and adoption and learn about the key sectors highlighted for digitalisation and 4IR adoption as announced in the National Budget 2023.
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| Upcoming Event | Energy Forum 2023 - Transitioning into Net Zero Carbon |
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Malaysia's commitment towards a Net Zero Carbon Economy is reinforced by the recent announcement by YB Rafizi Ramli, Minister of Economy, that Malaysia will be joining the Asia Zero Emissions Community, and the launch of the Malaysia Energy Transition Outlook.
Let's explore the very topic of energy transition, especially in Malaysia, while looking at the opportunities and technologies available in aligning with Malaysia's agenda on energy transition.
Click here to register now! |
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| Upcoming Event | BMCC Business Excellence Awards 2023 & 60th Anniversary Gala Dinner |
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It’s a double celebration! And we want you to be part of our eventful night!
Don't miss out on this high-profile networking opportunity, to be among 500 like-minded professionals and gain invaluable face time with government officials, bilateral trade guests, and industry leaders. Bring along your business partners, clients, and employees – it’s the night for the BMCC to shoutout your company’s brand while wowing guests with breathtaking performances, and more!
Don't forget, we are still accepting nominations for the following categories:
🏆 UK-Malaysia Business of the Year 🏆 UK-Malaysia Partnership of the Year 🏆 UK-Malaysia Education Institutional Partnership 🏆 Outstanding ESG 🏆 Technology & Innovation 🏆 Diversity & Inclusion
Show your support and nominate the organisation you believe has made significant contributions to the industry and has positively impacted our community.
Nominations will close on 23 April 2023, 11.59 pm (MYT).
For more information on the Awards, please contact:
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| Upcoming Event | 3rd German-Malaysian Business Forum: Uncovering ESG Driven Practices in Supply Chain Management |
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The BMCC is pleased to support the Malaysian-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry in inviting you to the 3rd German-Malaysian Business Forum: Uncovering ESG driven practices in supply chain management.
Join this 3-hour forum where speakers across industries will provide a holistic view of best practices in integrating ESG priorities into supply chain management through a robust panel discussion, experts’ sharing, and impactful networking.
Date: Wednesday, 12 April 2023 Time: 9.30 am - 12.30 pm Venue: Garden 1 @ Level 2, PARKROYAL COLLECTION Kuala Lumpur
Register here now to book your seat! |
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| Upcoming Event | British Chambers of Commerce - Global Annual Conference 2023 |
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The British Chambers of Commerce's Global Annual Conference 2023 is happening on 17 May 2023 at QEII Centre London. This full-day conference will bring together business leaders across the globe, to discuss opportunities and plans for future growth.
This is an amazing opportunity to engage with and check out exhibitions by the global Chamber Networks and British businesses.
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| Upcoming Event | The Royal Society of Saint George Centenary Gala Dinner |
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The Royal Society of St George is celebrating their Centenary Gala Dinner on Saturday, 13 May!
Theme: Gatsby/Roaring 20s Venue: Royal Selangor Club, Merdeka Square. Tickets: RM350 (Members) and RM400 (Guests)
The ticket is inclusive of a 3-course dinner; G&Ts, Wine, Beer, and Port (whilst stocks last); a Magician; Dancing The Charleston, glimpses of KL and London in the 1920s; and a Special Guest - Malaysian Motor Racing Legend Alex Yoong.
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| Ministry of International Trade and Industry | Industry Excellence Award 2024 |
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The Industry Excellence Award 2024 (Anugerah Kecemerlangan Industri 2024) is officially open for registration!
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| Merchant Navy Officers Pension Fund (MNOPF) |
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Were you a Merchant Navy Officer? Do you have an MNOPF? Are you looking for information on your pension fund?
If you think you (or a family member or a friend) may be entitled to a Defined Benefit MNOPF pension, please contact Vern Unsworth MBE, who can help investigate whether you have any entitlement. Vern can be reached at Vernon@eig.email. Please provide the following information in the email: - Full Name
- Date of Birth
- National Insurance Number
- Discharge Book Number
- Membership Number (if you have one)
- Address from when at Sea
All information will be treated with the strictest confidence. |
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| Meet Our New Sterling Member, Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) |
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We warmly welcome our New Sterling Member, Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)!
The CIPD is the professional body for experts in people at work. For more than 100 years, they have been championing better work and working lives by setting professional standards for HR and people development, as well as driving positive change in the world of work.
With hubs in the UK, Ireland, the Middle East and Asia, they are the career partner of choice for almost 160,000 members around the world. They are the only body in the world that can award Chartered status to individual HR and L&D professionals, and their independent research and insights make them trusted advisers to governments and employers. |
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| The Alice Smith Schools Association | Alice Smith School Foundation Fundraising Dinner |
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Let’s get together to experience a night of spectacular performances and be entertained for good cause at the Alice Smith School Fundraising Dinner to be held on Friday, 26 May 2023 at Pullman Kuala Lumpur City Centre Hotel.
Alice Smith secondary students will entertain and delight guests by delivering a prestigious silver service and outstanding performances. This annual whole-school event will unite all members of the Alice Smith community and partners through the common goal of giving to better the lives of others and help secure the long-term sustainability of the school.
Purchase your tickets here. Limited tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis!
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| BSI Services Malaysia | Little Book of BIM |
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Introducing the Little Book of BIM! Download this essential Building Information Modelling guide and discover all things BIM, including benefits, key principles, and practical implementation tips.
Get ready to take your #ConstructionEfficiency to the next level.
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| Deloitte Malaysia | 2023 Asia Pacific Conduct Watch Survey |
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Deloitte’s 2023 Asia Pacific Conduct Watch Survey seeks to understand how we can make whistleblowing more effective. Add your voice to the study and be among the first to access the results and join our launch events.
Take the short survey here! |
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| IGB International School | Open Day |
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You're invited to IGB International School OPEN DAY on Saturday, 15 April 2023 from 10.00 am to 12.30 pm.
During the school tour, you will get to have a glimpse of the Student-Led Conference taking place on the same day.
IGB International School (IGBIS), with state-of-the-art facilities, is one of the leading international schools in Klang Valley with 35 student nationalities and 92% expat IB experienced teachers.
All attendees will receive a *100% rebate on the application fee and a *75% waiver on the enrolment fee, worth up to RM19,750 when enrolling at IGBIS. |
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| KPJ Healthcare | Assessing Coronary Artery Disease Using FFR |
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Coronary artery disease implies the pressure of narrowing of blockages within the arteries that supply oxygen and nutrients to the heart muscles. A fractional flow reserve (FFR) is an assessment performed as an extension to a coronary angiogram to determine the significance of a particular blockage.
KPJ Healthcare has released an article on assessing coronary artery disease using FFR.
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| KPJ Healthcare | Teaming up with Samsung Electronics to advance precision medicine in Malaysia |
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KPJ Healthcare Bhd and Samsung Electronics Co Ltd have entered into a collaboration aimed at advancing precision medicine and diagnostics in Malaysia.
The two groups plan to explore innovative technologies and collaborative opportunities over the next six months via a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed on Wednesday (April 5).
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| Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council | Bolstering Healthcare Quality in Malaysia with Renowned Flagship Hospitals |
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Recently, the Health Minister, YB Dr Zaliha Mustafa, announced the four finalists for the Flagship Medical Tourism Hospital Programme (FMTH): Institut Jantung Negara Malaysia, Island Hospital Penang, Mahkota Medical Centre, and SJMC (Subang Jaya Medical Centre). The FMTH Programme aims to promote Malaysia as an international healthcare tourism destination that provides end-to-end patient experiences through medical excellence, world-class quality services, cutting-edge technologies, and the ability to heal amid tropical paradises.
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UK Joins the CPTPP: Opportunities for British Investors in Malaysia -ASEAN Briefing |
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Penang Aims to Attract 150,000 Talents in Next 5 Years to Sustain Growth -BERNAMA |
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Government Increasing Incentives to Attract Quality Investments to Underdeveloped States -BERNAMA |
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