Issue #220 - 28 Sep 2020
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The BMCC is pleased to organise with Rahim & Co International and PNB Merdeka Ventures,a webinar on "Malaysian Property Market Update and an Introduction to Merdeka 118 Tower, Kuala Lumpur’s New Global Icon".
Despite the recent uncertainty in the economic and property markets due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Malaysia continues to soldier through in finding creative solutions to overcome its problems. We believe this slowdown is temporary and will get back to normal within the short to medium term.
In spite of this situation, Merdeka 118, a landmark development in Malaysia, is now back on track and is set to be completed by 2022. Strategically located with world-class amenities, the Merdeka 118 precinct is Malaysia's much-anticipated centre of commerce, culture and heritage. Players in the wider property sector have been adapting and finding new ways of navigating their business in a post-pandemic market. This webinar thus aims to provide participants with holistic solutions and strategies for large-scale property investors, developers or buyers.
Join us for insights on the Malaysian property market landscape and how virtual tours are now used as an effective way to help buyers experience a property in the new normal from our expert speakers. - Tengku Dato' Ab. Aziz Tengku Mahmud, CEO, PNB Merdeka Ventures Sdn Bhd
- Siva Shanker, CEO, Real Estate Agency, Rahim & Co International Sdn Bhd
- James Goh, Head of Investments, Rahim & Co International Sdn Bhd
- Jennifer Lopez, Executive Director, BMCC
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BMCC's meeting with Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF)
Established in 1959, Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) promotes and safeguards the rights and interests of employers. The BMCC recently had a meeting with MEF in the interest of members to discuss potential collaboration opportunities. It was a very fruitful discussion and there will be more updates for our members soon. Watch this space!
In the photo (from left): Jennifer Lopez (BMCC's Executive Director), Datuk Hj Shamsuddin Bardan (MEF's Executive Director), Phoebe Nonis (BMCC's Trade Manager) |
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IGEM 2020 : Calling for interest! (19-23 Oct) The BMCC is pleased to support the incoming South East Asia’s largest trade showcase for green technologies and eco-solutions over the past decade, 11th International Greentech & Eco Products Exhibition & Conference Malaysia (IGEM 2020). Join us and showcase the best of British innovations under one UK virtual booth.
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ARE YOU HIRING? Calling All Industry Leaders in HR and Talent Acquisition - Malaysia Employability Programme (MyEMPRO)
BMCC is pleased to partner with Direct English UK on this Place & Train programme covering English language skills, communication and soft skills. The 7-day course is fully funded by HRDF and is open for new hires under these 3 categories:
1. Unemployed graduates 2. School leavers 3. Retrenched workers
Please contact phoebe@bmcc.org.my if you would like to participate or know more about this programme.
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Webinar Flashback: “NORM & Hazardous Waste Management”
The BMCC Energy Committee organised their third webinar on decommissioning last week on 24 September, in collaboration with the Scottish Development International (SDI), PETRONAS and Decom North Sea. The webinar included opening remarks by Doreen Tan, Manager (Planning & Control), Asset Decommissioning from PETRONAS with subject matter experts from Augean PLC sharing their technical knowledge on the best practices of hazardous waste management. |
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Speakers included Jaibo Palmer (Business Development Manager, Waste and Decommissioning Disposals, Augean PLC) and Rory Mackenzie (BDM Offshore Decommissioning & Industrial Cleaning, Augean PLC) with Sridaran Sabapathy (Senior Energy Specialist) from SDI moderating the session. |
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4th BMCC Education Committee (3-18 Years) Meeting The BMCC Education Committee (3-18 Years) gathered online for the fourth time last week, 21 September, to welcome its new member, Future Made Simple, a UK-based integrated training provider. The meeting was chaired by Mr Roger Schultz, Head of the Alice Smith School and joined by 10 other members of the private international schools in Malaysia and other education-related organisations. |
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Members shared their experiences of reopening schools in accordance with the strict health SOPs as well as challenges faced from expats employment passes and travel restrictions imposed. The committee will be working together with the BMCC Higher Education Committee to discuss a coordinated approach to address the issues faced and bring to the attention of policy makers. |
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The Role of Smart Mobility in Sustainable and Inclusive Urban Development (28 Sep) The session will facilitate discussion and knowledge sharing around the role of smart mobility in cities, exploring the common challenges, risks, strategies and learnings with mobility experts and stakeholders of the Global Future Cities Programme.
Date: 28 September 2020, Monday Time: 3:30pm - 5:00 pm (GMT+8, Malaysia Time)
RSVP for this session here. Register for the Malaysia Urban Forum 2020 event here. |
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In light of the COVID-19 pandemic and its socio-economic impact in Malaysia, we also welcome innovative projects that respond to this situation across the above themes. Project selection will take place through an open call to prospective applicants in two stages: 1) Expression of Interest (EOI) to outline how a proposed project responds to the call; and 2) full proposals for those shortlisted at the EOI stage.
UK PACT is funded by the UK Government’s Department for Business Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) as part of the UK’s International Climate Finance (ICF) portfolio. The programme works in partnership with countries with high emissions reduction potential that are eligible for Official Development Assistance (ODA) to support them to implement and increase their ambitions for greenhouse gas reductions in line with their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and the long-term goal of the 2015 Paris Agreement to limit dangerous climate change. Since its inception in 2018, UK PACT has already supported 34 clean growth projects across China, Colombia and Mexico.
The UK PACT Country Programmes respond to demand identified by partner governments by providing grants to implementing partners (NGOs, businesses, academia, etc) who will deliver capacity-building support to address governments’ needs in areas such as green finance, clean energy and energy efficiency, and sustainable mobility. BEIS has partnered with Palladium International to deliver the Country Programmes in China, Colombia, Malaysia, Mexico and South Africa. REGISTER HERE |
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Capital Market Update – IPO opportunities in London for emerging international companies (29 Sep)
This webinar by the British Malaysian Society (BMS) will explore which companies may be attractive to UK based investors, recent activity levels on the AIM and main markets, what are the benefits of listing shares and debt on a public market, how a company can best prepare for an IPO and the principal operational and structural steps involved. The very experienced panel of speakers have been involved in numerous IPOs of overseas companies in London, including the majority of IPOs involving companies operating in Malaysia. More info & registration here |
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Waste to Value in ASEAN (6 Oct) Join the British Chamber of Commerce Singapore for a webinar on waste management governance where the panelists will share more on design, implementation and financing of waste recovery facilities, innovative financing mechanisms like public private partnership (PPP), waste recycling, application of polluters pays principle and extended producer's responsibility and key aspects to sustainable waste management.
Into the Unknown with Explorer Grant Rawlinson (15 Oct)
This webinar will share more on a team decision making program based on his bold, unique journey to travel from Singapore to New Zealand by human power. This program will help you develop the Explorer's Mindset so you can make more effective decisions around exploring and driving innovation in a world where the consequences of failure are high.
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Research Released Today by Knight Frank Confirms That Covid-19 Could Impact The Near-term Supply and Long-term Design of Housing Around The World
According to a survey conducted by Knight Frank amongst 160 global developers across 22 nations, almost six in ten global developers have delayed projects in response to the spread of the virus, as it broke down supply chains and prompted a wholesale rethink of how and where people want to live. Of those with delayed projects, more than four in ten are now making changes to designs that were once considered complete. Continue reading
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Klang Valley warehouse rental market remains attractive amongst neighbouring Key Cities
Knight Frank, the independent global property consultancy, released its Asia-Pacific Warehouse Review which tracked prime warehouse rents across 17 key cities, registering an average change of -0.02% half-on-half despite COVID-19. Going forward, Knight Frank expects average rental growth between 3% and 5% by the end of 2020. Continue reading here
To download the review report, please click here.
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KPJ Healthcare: Merdeka Maternity Campaign
In conjunction with the spirit of Independence Day, KPJ Healthcare Berhad has launched a Merdeka Maternity Campaign. The campaign will start from 29th August to 31st December 2020. As an effort to ensure the safety of your child in a car, every mother who delivers their baby in any KPJ hospitals all over Malaysia during this campaign will receive a COMPLIMENTARY Baby Car Seat.
For more information & appointments, contact: trimeta@kpjhealth.com.my | +603 2681 6222 |
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Acquire talent and improve performance through effective language testing
Linguaskill is a quick and convenient online test from Cambridge Assessment English to help organisations check the English levels of individuals and groups of candidates, powered by Artificial Intelligence technology. It tests all four language skills - speaking, writing, reading and listening - in modules. It provides accurate results within 48 hours and is easy to administer; you can administer the test at any time or place. Results are aligned to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR), the international standard for describing language ability.
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Private International School Fair
The Private & International School Fair is coming to Ipoh, Johor and Penang! Information on the fairs are as below: - Ipoh - 27 Sept, Weil Hotel
- Johor - 3 Oct, Hotel Jen Puteri Harbour
- Penang - 11 Oct, Hotel Jen Penang
Opening hours are from 12noon to 4pm
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International SOS: Risk Outlook 2021 Survey
As a leader in Duty of Care, we are seeking your views on the changing world of health and security risks. We invite you to take part in our 2021 Risk Outlook Survey. It should take you no more than 5 mins to complete. Your views will be used as part of our 2021 Risk Outlook series - helping you to better understand trends and how best to respond. You can request your free copy of the research in your response. Survey closes on 13 October 2020.
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CHEMOPHARM IS HIRING!
Chemopharm Group is a private equity backed leading distributor of medical technology and healthcare products in South East Asia. Headquartered in Malaysia, the Group has presence across the region in Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines. The Group is embarking on an aggressive expansion plan and is looking for an energetic and motivated individuals to join the team as Service Engineers. The individual will play a critical to handle the maintenance and repairs of the equipment. This vacancy is currently open for fresh graduates. |
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* Terms & conditions apply for vacancy posting |
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