BMCC Newsletter Issue #354 - 22 May 2023 Dear Subscriber, |
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Unleashing Synergies: Highlights from the Johor Interchamber Business Mixer |
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What an incredible evening of networking over drinks at the Johor Interchamber Business Mixer at The Master's Lodge, Marlborough College Malaysia.
The event was a resounding success, with business leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs gathering under one roof. We hope the engaging conversations and lively exchange of ideas, will inspire potential collaborations that lead to inspiring innovations and growth.
The mixer was a testament to the power of building a strong network and leveraging collective expertise to unlock new horizons.
We extend our gratitude to Alan Stevens, BMCC Board Member and Master of Marlborough College Malaysia and his team for their kind hospitality in hosting us at the lovely Master’s Lodge. Our appreciation also to our fellow Chambers who partnered with us on this business mixer - the American Malaysian Chamber of Commerce, Malaysian-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry, CCI France Malaysia, and Swiss Malaysian Chamber of Commerce for making this event a resounding success.
Stay tuned for upcoming networking initiatives to fuel your business growth. Together, we can achieve remarkable things! |
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| BMCC's 60th Anniversary Gala Dinner and Business Excellence Awards 2023 |
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60 Years of Building Bridges! Join us at BMCC's 60th Anniversary Gala Dinner!
Join us in celebrating our 60th anniversary! As a member of our community, you have played a vital role in shaping the success of British-Malaysian trade and investment over the past six decades. With over 500 industry leaders and government officials in attendance, this is a fantastic platform to reconnect with old friends and make new business contacts!
Don't miss out on this milestone event. Bring along your business partners, clients, and employees for a night of celebration and recognition.
For more information on the Awards, please contact:
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| BEA 2023 Education Institutional Partnership Award Sponsor, British Council |
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We are proud to have British Council as our BEA 2023 sponsor for the Education Institutional Partnership Award!
Let's hear what Jazreel Goh, Director Malaysia of British Council has to say.
Stay tuned to our social media channels for the latest updates on our 60th Anniversary Gala Dinner and our Business Excellence Awards! |
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| Member's Engagement | Plus Three Consultants 30th Anniversary Celebration |
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Congratulations to Plus Three Consultants on 30 years of outstanding service. The anniversary celebration was attended by BMCC's Jennifer Lopez, CEO, Daniel Lee, Public Affairs and Government Relations Senior Manager, and Muhammad Asyraf Mohd Shahar, Government Relations Officer. Plus Three Consultants have been a trusted advisor to organisations in the construction and infrastructure industry, providing expert guidance on complex commercial and contractual matters in Malaysia since 1993. Their commitment to excellence is truly inspiring, and we are proud to join them in celebrating this major milestone. May your organisation continue to thrive for many more years to come! |
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| Member's Engagement | Congratulations to QS Quacquarelli Symonds on their new office opening |
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A huge congratulations to our member QS Quacquarelli Symonds on the opening of their new office at Q Sentral.
BMCC's Daniel Lee, Public Affairs and Government Relations Senior Manager had the honour to be part of the opening ceremony. |
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| Capital Markets Malaysia | ESG Week |
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Capital Markets Malaysia (CMM), an affiliate of the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) is hosting a week of capacity-building workshops facilitated by our knowledge partners and ESG subject matter experts! The Capital Markets Malaysia ESG Week offers a comprehensive programme of workshops, presentations, insightful case studies, and connects you with actionable insights and practical examples to help accelerate your corporate sustainability journey.
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| Call for applications for UK-Malaysia clean energy partnerships through the Energy Catalyst (Co-funded by FCDO/DBT/UK Research & Innovation) |
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Energy Catalyst is an Innovate UK programme (co-funded by FCDO/DBT/UK Research & Innovation) that accelerates the innovation needed to end energy poverty and scale affordable and reliable clean energy. Through financial and advisory support, and by building strategic partnerships and uncovering new insights, Energy Catalyst supports the development of technologies and business models that can improve lives in Africa and Asia in areas such as energy storage, green grids, sustainable cooling, low-energy inclusive appliances, and more.
Bids are open for projects involving UK and Malaysian SMEs and organisations, to start in 2024, covering a range of technology maturity and research categories. The competition deadline is 28 June 2023.
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| Charterhouse Malaysia | Launch of IGCSE Foundation Year in August 2023 |
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Exciting news! Charterhouse Malaysia is launching our IGCSE Foundation Year in August 2023.
Designed for high-achieving students in Year 9 or Year 10 with great potential, our Foundation Year provides a head start on the journey to becoming Future Ready global citizens. With a unique Spectra Smarts Framework, Design Thinking approach, and Independent Learning Projects, we blend academic rigour with holistic development to prepare students for success in a rapidly changing world.
Apply now for your child's place in our inclusive and diverse community! |
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| Herbert Smith Freehills KL | Contract Law Seminar Series: Session 8 - Getting your just desserts: Remedies for breach of contract |
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Herbert Smith Freehills Kuala Lumpur is pleased to present the final session in our Contract Law Seminar Series - "Getting your just desserts: Remedies for breach of contract".
We will consider how damages are measured, what the innocent party must show in order to obtain appropriate remedies and provide some practical tips for commercial parties. Further, at the end of the talk, we will also share some war stories of real-life situations faced by members of the team who can share the lessons learned and some words of warning. Please click here to see more details and register for this session on Tuesday, 6 June, 9.00 am – 10.30 am. |
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| HSBC Bank Malaysia | HSBC Amanah The Most Innovative Bank in Malaysia |
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What an achievement! Congratulations to HSBC Amanah for being recognised as the ‘Most Innovative Bank in Malaysia’ by Islamic Finance News Best Banks Poll 2022. |
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| IDP Education | Study Abroad Exhibition |
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This May, accomplish your goals with IDP Education, the world’s largest international student placement company!
We are back with more options for you to study abroad. You name it, we’ve got it!
Click here to kickstart your plans to study abroad, by joining us at our IDP Study Abroad Exhibition May 2023. |
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| IGBIS | Open Day on 28 May 2023 |
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You're invited to IGB International School's Open Day on 28 May 2023, Sunday from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm
Our Head of School, Mr. Mc Bride will be talking about how IB Education prioritise the inquiry-based approach that empowers students to cultivate personal well-being and acquire knowledge for their pathway towards university. There will be a school tour by principals and student ambassadors and a counselling and enquiry session for your better understanding of the school.
In 2022, our pre-university programme, IB Diploma Programme students scored an average of 40 points over 45 points which is above the world average of 32. Click HERE to view IGBIS’s university acceptances.
All attendees 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. *T&Cs apply
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| Kagool | Data Modernisation: SAP with Azure - The Art of the Possible |
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Moving SAP to the cloud isn't new. But doing it in 4 weeks - that's a different proposition altogether.
Faster, better connected, and more accessible SAP data doesn't have to take months to achieve. Kagool's unique strategy gives customers value from their IT investments within a much faster timeframe, and with lower risks.
With SAP data accessible in Azure, the possibilities for data transformation are endless: from Power BI analytics to App modernisation, our customers are constantly finding new ways to gain business value from the data they already own.
This webinar goes way beyond analytics and shows examples of real-life solutions and how quick they were to bring value to the business.
Click here to register now! |
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| The University of Manchester | MBA Virtual Open Evening |
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Join us for our MBA Virtual Open Evening conducted by Xavier Duran, our MBA Programmes Director and experience our Masterclass: ‘The Make or Buy Dilemma’.
Get your insights into our MBA programmes and have your admission questions answered in our MBA preview.
Date: Thursday, 18 May 2023 Time: 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm
Register today! |
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| Universiti Malaya | The International Conference on Academia-Community Engagement 2023 (InACE 2023) |
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Join the InACE 2023 hybrid conference on 29-30 August 2023. Themed "Synergising Strengths: A Collaborative Approach on Global Academic Community and Partnership Success”, the conference reflects the importance of collaboration between academia and the community. By working together and leveraging each other's strengths, we can achieve greater success and make a positive impact on society. This conference is a platform for academics, researchers, and community leaders to come together to discuss the latest trends and developments in academia-community engagement. Click here for more details, or contact the conference secretariat at umace@um.edu.my for more info. |
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| EnviroSolutions & Consulting | Life Cycle Assessment Study Advances Press Metal’s Decarbonisation Goals |
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Learn about ESC’s innovative Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) study conducted for a production facility in Indonesia. This in-depth analysis examines emissions throughout the manufacturing process, covering Scope 1, Scope 2, and selected emission categories from Scope 3.
Click here to discover how ESC is driving sustainability and reducing carbon footprint for a greener future. |
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| Mint Communications | The 18th Private & International School Fair in Kuala Lumpur is happening on 27 & 28 May! |
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The 18th Private & International School Fair in Kuala Lumpur is happening on 27 & 28 May!
Meet representatives from leading international schools in Malaysia and more at the Mid Valley Exhibition Centre from 11.00 am to 6.00 pm.
Admission is free!
Register to receive the latest update here.
See you at the fair! |
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