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Perutusan Tahun Baru 2016
Salam Sejahtera, Salam 1 Malaysia dan Salam Sehati Sejiwa.
Saya mengambil kesempatan ini untuk mengucapkan Selamat Tahun Baru 2016 kepada semua warga Kementerian Perusahaan Perladangan dan Komoditi (MPIC), Agensi dan Majlis di bawahnya. Sepanjang tahun 2015 merupakan tahun yang mencabar buat kita namun saya yakin dan percaya kita dapat melaluinya dengan tenang dan segala-galanya berjalan dengan lancar. Semoga segala peristiwa yang telah kita lalui akan menjadi pengalaman dan pengajaran yang berharga bagi menghadapi tahun 2016 ini.
Saya ingin merakamkan setinggi-tinggi penghargaan dan terima kasih atas usaha dan komitmen yang telah diberikan sepanjang tahun 2015. Sesungguhnya pelbagai kejayaan telah diperolehi kerana daya usaha dan kesungguhan kerja semua pihak yang memainkan peranan masing-masing. Ini dibuktikan dengan peningkatan eksport komoditi bagi tempoh Januari hingga September 2015 berbanding tempoh yang sama pada tahun 2014. Getah sebanyak 4% kepada RM18.5 bilion berbanding RM17.8 bilion, Kayu-kayan sebanyak 4.5% kepada RM15.8 bilion berbanding RM15.1 bilion, Tembakau sebanyak 12.4% kepada RM1.1 bilion berbanding RM0.9 bilion dan Lada sebanyak 31.8% kepada RM388.4 juta berbanding RM294.6 juta.
Semoga komitmen ini berterusan pada tahun 2016 ke arah memperkukuh dan merealisasikan visi Kementerian untuk menjadikan Malaysia sebagai pusat kecemerlangan (centre of excellence) sektor komoditi dan pengeluar utama produk berasaskan komoditi yang mempunyai nilai tambah yang tinggi di pasaran global.
Tahun 2016 mempunyai pelbagai cabaran dalam usaha MPIC untuk memperkasa pertumbuhan sektor komoditi negara dan meningkatkan pendapatan para pengusaha, terutama sekali golongan pekebun kecil. Ini termasuk menangani ketidakstabilan harga produk-produk komoditi utama dan mengoptimakan peruntukan Kerajaan ke arah memanfaatkan stakeholders dalam industri komoditi.
Dalam hal ini, MPIC seharusnya memastikan pangkalan data pada masa ini menjadi lebih tepat, sistematik dan berkesan untuk dijadikan rujukan. Perkara ini penting supaya kita mempunyai data yang konsisten. Data yang tepat, terkini dan sentiasa dikemas kini dapat memudahkan proses membuat keputusan yang berkesan dalam perancangan, pelaksanaan dan pemantauan program dan projek. Perkara ini juga penting untuk memantapkan sistem penyampaian perkhidmatan di semua peringkat.
Selain itu, MPIC juga perlu memperkukuhkan pelaksanaan bantuan-bantuan dan program-program kepada golongan sasaran, iaitu pekebun kecil. Penyaluran bantuan-bantuan tanaman komoditi seharusnya dipercepatkan di samping dilengkapi dengan aktiviti-aktivit pengembangan bagi membolehkan golongan sasar menikmati faedah daripada inisiatif-inisiatif Kerajaan. Saya yakin seluruh warga MPIC, Agensi dan Majlis dapat mengembleng tenaga dan melaksanakan segala aktiviti-aktivit yang dirancang dengan penuh dedikasi.
MPIC, Agensi dan Majlis juga perlu menitikberatkan penggunaan media sosial bagi memperkukuhkan imej industri komoditi negara. Perkara ini perlu dilaksanakan dengan penuh strategi kerana medium ini berkembang dengan cepat dan pesat. Oleh itu, saya menyarankan agar penggunaan media sosial MPIC, Agensi dan Majlis perlu dilaksanakan dengan lebih giat dan bersifat proaktif. Selain untuk mendapatkan maklum balas, engagement terhadap isu-isu yang dibangkitkan di peringkat tempatan dan antarabangsa perlu dilakukan. Kesegeraan dalam perkara ini penting kerana jika kita lambat memberi maklum balas, kita akan memberi persepsi yang tidak baik terhadap perkhidmatan awam.
Akhir kata, saya penuh yakin semua warga MPIC, Agensi dan Majlis dapat menyempurnakan amanah yang dipertanggungjawabkan dalam mempertingkatkan kualiti penyampaian perkhidmatan kepada rakyat demi kegemilangan negara amnya, dan MPIC khususnya.
Selamat Menyambut Tahun Baru 2016.
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Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas
Menteri Perusahaan Perladangan dan Komoditi
30 DEC 2015
Perutusan Tahun Baru 2016
MREPC Pavilion at Automechanika Shanghai 2015
Automechanika Shanghai 2015 was held from 2 – 5 December 2015 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC), Shanghai, China. Automechanika Shanghai 2015 is the world’s second largest automotive trade fair, and one of the most important events for the automotive industry in China. Attracting 5,300 exhibitors from 39 countries, it showcased all elements of the automotive industry including replacement parts, repairs, accessories, recycling, disposal and services.
This year, the 96 sq meter MREPC Pavilion housed 9 Malaysian rubber automotive component manufacturers showcasing a wide range of rubber automotive components and products. MREPC’s presence at the show and the business matching sessions held provided an opportunity to inform visitors about Malaysian made rubber automotive components and parts and promote Malaysia as a source of quality rubber products.
28 DEC 2015
MREPC Pavilion at Automechanika Shanghai 2015
We're Moving to Q Sentral
The Malaysian Rubber Export Promotion Council (MREPC) is relocating to Q Sentral, our new headquarters, at Jalan Stesen Sentral 2, KL Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
The relocation exercise will commence in stages beginning 16 December 2015 (Wednesday) and will be completed by 20 December 2015 (Sunday). Operations at our new location will resume on 21 December 2015 (Monday).
Due to this, the MREPC official website, MREPC Marketplace, SMG and Latex Gloves informational websites, as well as our online services - GRE, e-Library, Seminar Registration and Trade Shows Registration - will not be accessible from 5.00 pm on 18 December 2015 (Friday) until 11.00 pm on 20 December 2015 (Sunday).
We deeply apologise for any inconvenience caused.
For further enquiries, please email us at info@mrepc.com.
10 DEC 2015
We're Moving to Q Sentral
MREPC Participation at Medica 2015
MREPC was at MEDICA 2015 in Dusseldorf, Germany from 16 to 19 November 2015. MEDICA is the world’s leading exhibition and conference dedicated to medical and pharmaceutical products, medical technology and health care service, featuring the latest developments in medical and healthcare technology, services and systems from around the world.
This year MEDICA attracted around 4,800 exhibitors and over 130,000 visitors from more than 120 countries. MREPC’s promotional booth received visitors from UK, Turkey, Germany, Spain, Iran and Saudi Arabia, among others, who showed interest in Malaysian made medical gloves, condoms and catheters, as well as the other rubber medical products that were displayed. The Malaysian presence at MEDICA was strong, with participation from 24 Malaysian manufacturers of rubber medical devices.
27 NOV 2015
MREPC Participation at Medica 2015
Visit MREPC at Automechanika Shanghai 2015
MREPC will participate at Automechanika Shanghai 2015, a major event for the automotive industry in China. Nine Malaysian manufacturers of high quality rubber automotive components will join MREPC at the show, which will be held from 2 – 5 December, 2015 at National Exhibition and Conference Center (NECC), China.
Come visit the MREPC Pavilion at Hall 2, Booth 2B25, to source for a wide variety of high quality rubber automotive components from Malaysia!
27 NOV 2015
Visit MREPC at Automechanika Shanghai 2015
MREPC at AAPEX 2015 and working visit to Detroit
MREPC participated at the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) from 3 - 5 November 2015 in Las Vegas, USA, together with eight Malaysian manufacturers of rubber automotive parts and rubber gloves. The MREPC pavilion show-cased a wide range of quality rubber automotive parts, industrial gloves and a wide array of other rubber products from Malaysia at the exhibition. Most of the visitors to the MREPC booth were automotive part suppliers from the US, as well as traders from neighboring countries such as Mexico and Canada. Enquiries received were related to rubber bushings, rubber hoses, engine mountings, rubber seals and industrial gloves.
Prior to AAPEX 2015, MREPC and two Malaysian rubber automotive parts manufacturers participated in a working visit to Detroit, Michigan from 29 – 30 October 2015. The delegates met with organizations related to the automotive parts sector, including Federal-Mogul Corporation, Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce/MichAUTO and TransAtlanticPass Consulting & Sales Agency. The working visit provided opportunities for the participating Malaysian manufacturers to establish networking and explore opportunities with automotive parts suppliers and related organizations in USA.
16 NOV 2015
MREPC at AAPEX 2015 and working visit to Detroit
MREPC Participation at A+A 2015
MREPC participated at the A+A 2015 exhibition held from 27 – 30 October 2015 at Messe Dusseldorf, Germany. Ten manufacturers of rubber personal protective equipment (PPE) participated in the exhibition under MREPC Pavilion.
Visitors to the MREPC booth had the opportunity to view and source a wide range of Made-in-Malaysia household and industrial rubber gloves including insulation gloves, chloroprene gloves, solvent resistant gloves and silver unlined gloves. Most of the visitors came from countries in Europe and most of the enquiries received were for rubber gloves. A number of business matching sessions were held between potential buyers and Malaysian manufacturers during the exhibition
12 NOV 2015
MREPC Participation at A+A 2015
MREPC Returns to MEDICA, the World's Largest Medical Show
MREPC will participate in MEDICA 2015, to be held in Dusseldorf, Germany from 16 – 19 November 2015. MEDICA is the world’s leading trade exhibition dedicated to medical and pharmaceutical products, medical technology and health care services.
This year Medica is expected to feature around 4,800 exhibitors from all over the world and will welcome over 130,000 visitors from more than 120 countries. MREPC will be exhibiting and promoting high quality rubber medical devices from Malaysia at MEDICA as in previous years. Come and visit MREPC’s promotional booth at Hall 07, Booth No.D40, to source for a wide range of high quality rubber medical devices from Malaysia including medical gloves, condoms, catheters and breathing bags.
05 NOV 2015
MREPC Returns to MEDICA, the World's Largest Medical Show
MREPC at the 28th Hospital Expo 2015 Jakarta
MREPC participated at the 28th Hospital Expo 2015, the Indonesian International Hospital, Medical, Pharmaceutical, and Clinical & Laboratory Equipment Exhibition, in Jakarta Convention Center, Indonesia from 21 – 24 October 2015. Hospital Expo 2015 attracted 475 exhibitors, taking up a total of 751 booths.
Six Malaysian manufacturers of rubber medical devices were located in the MREPC Pavilion this year, showcasing high quality Malaysian-made products. Most of the visitors to the MREPC booth were from Indonesia, and the bulk of the enquiries received were for medical gloves.
05 NOV 2015
MREPC at the 28th Hospital Expo 2015 Jakarta
Successful MREPC Mission to South Africa and Italy
MREPC organised a specialised mission and working visit for medical gloves and dry rubber products to South Africa and Italy from 29 September to 8 October 2015. The mission was led by the CEO of MREPC, Ms Low Yoke Kiew. Representatives from seven Malaysian medical glove and automotive parts companies including A1 Glove, Adventa Health, Bonric, Brightway, Koon Seng, Titi Glove and MALCORP also participated in the mission.
As part of the mission, a seminar on "Managing Infection Control" held in Johannesburg, South Africa for medical and healthcare professionals, drew 87 participants. As part of the event, a total of 36 business-matching meetings were arranged for the seven Malaysian companies.
For the automotive sector program, MREPC organized a roundtable discussion with local automotive suppliers and distributors in Johannesburg, South Africa. A total of 10 participants from 7 companies attended the meeting.
MREPC also arranged other business meetings and visits to relevant organizations in South Africa and Italy to gather information on import market regulations, establish contacts, generate new business leads and explore opportunities for the medical device and dry rubber product sectors in South Africa and Italy.
28 OCT 2015
Successful MREPC Mission to South Africa and Italy
MREPC Pavilion at A+A, the World's Leading Occupational Health & Safety Show
MREPC will participate at the A+A 2015 in Düsseldorf, Germany from 27-30 October 2015 together with ten Malaysian rubber product manufacturers. A+A is the world's leading marketing and communications platform for occupational health and safety.
Participating Malaysian manufacturers will exhibit and promote wide range of quality rubber personal protective equipment (PPE) such as industrial gloves, multi-purpose gloves, examination gloves, finger cots and finger stalls.
Come and visit the MREPC Pavilion at Hall 7a, booth number H30-1 to source for high quality rubber protective gloves and other rubber products from Malaysia.
23 OCT 2015
MREPC Pavilion at A+A, the World's Leading Occupational Health & Safety Show
We are back at AAPEX 2015, Las Vegas, USA
MREPC will be back at AAPEX this year together with eight Malaysian rubber product manufacturers producing automotive parts and other rubber products for the use in industrial sector. This annual event, which is the largest automotive parts aftermarket show in the USA, is scheduled to be held from 3 - 5 November 2015 at the Sands Expo and Convention Center, Las Vegas.
This year’s edition will feature over 2,200 automotive aftermarket manufacturers and suppliers showcasing innovative products, services and technologies to 39,000 targeted buyers.
Come visit MREPC pavilion at booth #41001 located in the upper hall and explore business opportunities with our manufacturers to source quality rubber automotive parts and a wide array of other rubber products from Malaysia.
22 OCT 2015
We are back at AAPEX 2015, Las Vegas, USA
Working Visit on Rubber Automotive Parts to Detroit, Michigan
In conjunction with our participation in AAPEX 2015, MREPC will be organizing a working visit to promote rubber automotive parts in Detroit, Michigan from 29 to 30 October. The visit is aimed at enhancing opportunities for Malaysian rubber automotive part manufacturers to expand their markets in the United States. MREPC along with Malaysian rubber automotive part manufacturers will be meeting a number of companies in the United States that are producing and distributing automotive parts.
22 OCT 2015
Working Visit on Rubber Automotive Parts to Detroit, Michigan
MREPC to Participate at HOSPITAL EXPO 2015 JAKARTA, 21 - 24 October 2015
MREPC will take part in Hospital Expo 2015 Jakarta, together with six Malaysian manufacturers of rubber medical devices. This year, the annual event is scheduled to be held from 21 - 24 October 2015 at the Jakarta Convention Center, Jakarta, Indonesia.
The 28th Hospital Expo Jakarta will be held concurrently with the 13th Indonesian Hospital Association Congress and 9th Annual Seminar on Patient Safety. In 2014, the show featured more than 40 international pavilions and drew almost 38,000 visitors.
Looking for high quality rubber medical devices from Malaysia? Come visit the MREPC pavilion at Hall A, Booth 169 at Hospital Expo 2015 Jakarta, Indonesia!
05 OCT 2015
MREPC to Participate at HOSPITAL EXPO 2015 JAKARTA, 21 - 24 October 2015
Specialized mission and working visit on medical gloves and rubber products to South Africa and Italy (29 Sep - 8 Oct 2015)
MREPC is organizing a specialized mission and working visit on medical gloves and other rubber products to South Africa and Italy from 29 September to 8 October 2015. The mission will be led by the Chief Executive Officer of MREPC, Ms Low Yoke Kiew. Seven Malaysian medical gloves and automotive parts manufacturers will be join the mission with MREPC.
In conjunction with the mission, a medical seminar on “Managing Infection Control†is scheduled to take place in Johannesburg, South Africa on 30 September 2015. Several renowned international and local speakers will be presenting papers at the seminar. This event has been designed to educate medical practitioners and end users on the advantages of Malaysian rubber medical gloves. It is also meant to assist Malaysian rubber medical device manufacturers to gather information on import regulations and explore marketing opportunities in South Africa.
Business meetings and visits to relevant organizations and potential buyers will also be arranged by MREPC during the mission for participants to establish contacts, generate new business leads and meet potential distributors or partners.
23 SEP 2015
Specialized mission and working visit on medical gloves and rubber products to South Africa and Italy (29 Sep - 8 Oct 2015)
Congratulations to MREPC Industry Awards Winners
The MREPC Rubber Industry Awards were presented to manufacturers of rubber products who excelled in export performance from 2012 to 2014. The Awards were presented by the Minister for Plantation Industries and Commodities, YB Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas in conjunction with MREPC’s 15th Anniversary celebrations on 26th August 2015
Top Glove Corporation Bhd won the MREPC Rubber Industry Awards for Malaysia’s Largest Exporter of Rubber Products at the Awards presentation ceremony. Top Glove also won the Award for Largest Exporter of Rubber Gloves.
In addition to the Award for Largest Exporter of Rubber Products and for Largest Exporter of Rubber Gloves, Awards were also presented for the five other categories. The full list of the winners of the MREPC Rubber Industry Awards is as follows:
Special Award for Malaysia’s Largest Exporter of Standard Malaysian Glove (SMG)
Supermax Corporation Bhd.
Special Award for Malaysia’s Largest Exporter of Dry Rubber Products.
Wellcall Hose (M) Sdn. Bhd.
Award for Malaysia’s Top 5 Exporters of Rubber Gloves
Hartalega Sdn. Bhd.
Kossan Rubber Industries Bhd.
Supermax Corporation Bhd.
Top Glove Corporation Bhd.
WRP Asia Pacific Sdn. Bhd.
Award for Malaysia’s Top 5 Exporters of Non-Glove Rubber Products
Bard Sdn. Bhd.
Karex Bhd.
Kossan Rubber Industries Bhd.
Linatex Sdn. Bhd.
Rubberflex Sdn. Bhd.
Award for Malaysia’s Largest Exporter of Rubber Gloves
Top Glove Corporation Bhd.
Award for Malaysia’s Largest Exporter of Non-Glove Rubber Products
Rubberflex Sdn. Bhd.
Award for Malaysia’s Largest Exporter of Rubber Products
Top Glove Corporation Bhd.
10 SEP 2015
Congratulations to MREPC Industry Awards Winners
MREPC 15th Anniversary and Industry Awards 2015
The Malaysian Rubber Export Promotion Council (MREPC) celebrated its 15th anniversary on 26 August 2015. In conjunction with the anniversary, a ceremony was held to present awards to industry players in recognition of their outstanding export performance. Y.B. Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas, the Minister of Plantation industries and Commodities was the guest of honour at the function and presented the awards to the winners. The event was attended by representatives from government agencies and members of the rubber products industry.
Over the past 15 years, MREPC has played its role to facilitate and promote Malaysian made rubber products worldwide. The success of the industry over the last 15 years is testament to MREPC’s tagline “No One Knows Rubber Like Malaysia Doesâ€. Malaysian rubber products are now exported to more than 190 countries worldwide and the export value recorded consistent growth from RM5.4bil in 2000 to RM15.17 billion in 2014
The 2015 Industry Awards were presented to the top exporters of rubber products for their export performance from 2012 to 2014. Seven categories of awards were presented. A total of 10 companies that have contributed significantly towards etching Malaysia’s name in the global arena as a source of quality rubber products received the awards.
07 SEP 2015
MREPC 15th Anniversary and Industry Awards 2015
MREPC Shines at Medicall 2015, Chennai Edition
MREPC participated at the Medicall 2015 Exhibition held from 31 July - 2 August 2015 at the Chennai Trade Centre, India. Seven Malaysian manufacturers of rubber medical devices participated in the event, located together with MREPC in the MREPC pavilion.
Visitors to the MREPC booth were given an overview of wide range rubber medical devices made in Malaysia while the participating manufacturers focused primarily on showcasing the top-notch Made In Malaysia quality medical gloves.
Medicall is one of India’s premier hospital needs and equipment exhibition. The 3-day event introduced the latest, most appropriate and affordable technologies to hospitals and healthcare givers in India and neighbouring countries.
07 SEP 2015
MREPC Shines at Medicall 2015, Chennai Edition
MREPC Pavilion at USA's No 1 Medical Equipment Show
MREPC participated together with eight Malaysian rubber medical devices manufacturers and exporters at the Federation of International Medical Equipment (FIME) Suppliers Exhibition from 5 - 7 August 2015 at the Miami Convention Center, Miami. The MREPC pavilion displayed various rubber medical devices including medical gloves, condoms, catheters, dental dams and exercise bands at the exhibition. Most of the visitors to the MREPC booth came from Latin America and most of the enquiries received were for medical gloves.
MREPC also presented a paper entitled “Today’s Medical Gloves and Condoms: What You Need to Know†at the conference. The presentation attracted visitors who were interested to know more about Malaysian-made medical gloves.
07 SEP 2015
MREPC Pavilion at USA's No 1 Medical Equipment Show
Malaysian Pavilion at FIME 2015, Miami
MREPC will participate at the 25th Florida International Medical Expo (FIME) in Miami, Florida, USA, from 5 – 7 August 2015. Eight Malaysian manufacturers will exhibit a wide range of quality rubber medical devices including gloves, condoms and catheters at the MREPC Pavilion located in Hall A.
FIME is the largest international medical trade fair and congress in the USA. The expo is held annually at the Miami Beach Convention Center and exhibits the latest medical equipment, products, supplies, technology and services.
Come and visit the MREPC booth at Hall A, Booth #1187, to source for high quality rubber medical devices from Malaysia.
27 JUL 2015
Malaysian Pavilion at FIME 2015, Miami
MREPC to Participate in Medicall 2015, Chennai, India
MREPC will participate in the upcoming Medicall2015 which will be held from 31 July - 2 August 2015 at the Chennai Trade Centre, India. Seven Malaysian rubber medical device manufacturers will be also participating and will be housed at the MREPC pavilion.
This event is India’s premier hospital needs and equipment exposition. Over 600 exhibitors from 15 countries will bring the best and latest in healthcare for display during the 3-day expo.
Come and drop by at the MREPC Pavilion, Hall 1, booth 1A32 to source for top quality rubber medical devices from Malaysia at Medicall 2015, Chennai, India!
13 JUL 2015
MREPC to Participate in Medicall 2015, Chennai, India
MREPC Pavilion at GACS 2015 for the first time
MREPC participated together with five Malaysian rubber automotive components and rubber products manufacturers at the Global Automotive Components and Suppliers (GACS) Expo in Messe Stuttgart, Germany from 16-18 June 2015. The event which was held in concurrently with Engine Expo, Automotive Interiors Expo and Automotive Testing Expo, drew 300 suppliers from 25 countries.
MREPC presented a paper entitled ‘Malaysia’s Capability in Supplying Rubber Automotive Components’ during the exhibition. Visitors to MREPC’s booth were interested in various rubber automotive products displayed, including seals and hoses as well as rubber gloves.
03 JUL 2015
MREPC Pavilion at GACS 2015 for the first time
Expomed Mexico 2015
MREPC participated in the 7th edition of the Expomed Exhibition, held in Mexico City, Mexico from 10 - 12 June 2015. This was MREPC's first participation at this event and a promotional booth was set up to display Malaysian made rubber medical devices. Expomed Mexico 2015 attracted 113 exhibitors from 11 countries. Most of the visitors to the MREPC booth were from Mexico and most of the enquiries received were for medical examination and surgical gloves.
A three-day conference with two key modules on “Hospital Administration†and “Technology†were also organised concurrently with the exhibition. MREPC presented a paper entitled “Today’s Medical Gloves: What You Need to Know†at the conference. The presentation was useful in that it managed to generate interest among conference participants and also drew visitors who wanted to know more about Malaysian-made rubber medical products to the MREPC booth at the fairground.
25 JUN 2015
Expomed Mexico 2015
Visit the MREPC Pavilion at GACS Expo, Stuttgart
MREPC will participate for the first time at the upcoming Global Automotive Components and Suppliers (GACS) Expo, together with five Malaysian manufacturers of rubber automotive components and products. The event is scheduled to be held from 16 to 18 June 2015 at Messe Stuttgart, Germany.
GACS Expo is the only show in Europe dedicated to showcasing automotive components and component suppliers, making it a must-attend event for all automotive OEMs and Tier 1 procurement managers, component specifiers and engineers.
If you are looking for high quality rubber automotive components from reputable and reliable manufacturers, look no further! Visit our pavilion at booth #4624 to source them from Malaysian manufacturers.
05 JUN 2015
Visit the MREPC Pavilion at GACS Expo, Stuttgart
MEDEXPO Tanzania 2015
Five Malaysian rubber medical device manufacturers participated together with MREPC at MEDEXPO Tanzania 2015, held in Dar Es Salaam from 23 to 25 May 2015. The 18th MEDEXPO Exhibition is, concurrently held with East Africa Trade Exhibition (EAITE), the largest trade event held annually in Tanzania. The exhibition attracted 48 exhibitors from more than 20 countries including India, China, Germany, Malaysia, Turkey, Thailand and France. MREPC’s booth received visitors mainly from Tanzania, Kenya, India and UAE. Enquiries were mostly related to latex and nitrile examination gloves, surgical gloves, rubber catheters and condoms.
02 JUN 2015
MEDEXPO Tanzania 2015
MREPC Pavilion at CMEF Spring 2015, Shanghai
MREPC had a strong presence at the 73rd edition of the China International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF Spring 2015). This year, CMEF Spring was held from 15-18 May 2015 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NCEC), Shanghai, China. The dazzling 144 sqm MREPC Pavilion housed 12 Malaysian rubber medical device manufacturers, showcasing a wide range of medical gloves and other rubber medical products.
MREPC continued to focus on its role of providing information about high quality Malaysian made rubber medical devices. On the second day of CMEF, MREPC presented a paper titled ‘Know Your Medical Gloves for Better Protection and Patient Care’. The presentation by MREPC provided information for medical practitioners, doctors and nurses pertaining to the importance of choosing the right gloves while conducting medical procedures for better infection control and contamination prevention and on the latest developments in medical gloves technology.
26 MAY 2015
MREPC Pavilion at CMEF Spring 2015, Shanghai
MREPC Participating for the First Time in Expomed Mexico
MREPC will be participating for the first time in ExpoMED Mexico, to be held from 10 – 12 June 2015 at the World Trade Centre in Mexico City, Mexico.
The MREPC booth at Expomed will promote Malaysian manufactured rubber medical devices to healthcare professionals, manufacturers, distributors, traders and owners of healthcare facilities in Mexico and Latin America.
MREPC will be at booth #403. Come and visit us to source for high quality rubber medical devices from Malaysia.
26 MAY 2015
MREPC Participating for the First Time in Expomed Mexico
MREPC will be at CMEF Spring 2015, Shanghai
MREPC and 12 Malaysian rubber medical devices manufacturers will participate at the 73rdChina International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF), which will be staged from 15-18 May 2015 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NCEC), Shanghai, China.
CMEF, one of the largest exhibitions of medical equipment and related products and services in the Asia-Pacific region, provides the ideal platform to trade, source, gain knowledge and network for the healthcare and pharmaceutical industry. This is the first CMEF which will be held at the new exhibition centre in Shanghai.
Come visit the MREPC pavilion at Hall 6.2, Booth X17O, to source for a wide variety of high quality rubber medical devices from Malaysia at CMEF Spring 2015.
12 MAY 2015
MREPC will be at CMEF Spring 2015, Shanghai
MREPC Working Visit to Republic of Korea (ROK)
The MREPC working visit to Seoul, Korea on 27 and 28 April 2015 included a meeting with the Korea Medical Devices Industry Association (KMDIA) and discussions with representatives of the Hyundai R&D Centre. The MREPC delegation was led by MREPC Chairman, YB Hj. Abang Lai Bujang and members included the CEO Ms Low Yoke Kiew, Mr Brandon Chan, the Deputy CEO, and Mr. Or Tan Teng, Director of Doshin Rubber. In the meetings held during the working visit the delegation explored the potential for Malaysian rubber products in Korea. The discussions included sharing of information on the latest developments related to rubber products and markets, and also touched on possible areas of cooperation.
11 MAY 2015
MREPC Working Visit to Republic of Korea (ROK)
Post-Show Release - Mosbuild 2015
Mosbuild is the largest international exhibition for building, finishing and decorating materials in Russia. It is also one of the top five largest annual exhibitions for building and decorating materials in the world. This year, MREPC participated for the first time in Mosbuild, with two Malaysian engineered rubber product manufacturers, held from 14 to 17 April 2015.
MREPC’s booth received visitors from Russia, Turkey and Portugal. They enquired mainly about rubber tiles, wall guards, rubber seismic bearings, rubber speed bumps and rubber angle guards.
28 APR 2015
Post-Show Release - Mosbuild 2015
Rail + Metro China 2015, Shanghai, 8 April 2015
MREPC Shanghai visited Rail + Metro China 2015, held at Shanghai New International Expo Centre from 8-10 April 2015, to assess the market potential for rail products related to rubber.Covering 20,000sqm, this 10th edition saw 208 exhibitors and recorded 16,000 visitors.
A one-day seminar titled “Railway Vibration & Noise Control†was held on the first day of the show and saw 13 speakers presenting on various railway related topics. The 200-strong participants ranged from project owners, railway designers, and railway product manufacturers to project contractor, among others.
21 APR 2015
Rail + Metro China 2015, Shanghai, 8 April 2015
Post-Show Release - Taipei AMPA 2015
MREPC offered a Malaysian pavilion for auto parts and accessories for both two and four-wheeled vehicles, at the 31st Taipei International Auto Parts and Accessories Show (AMPA), held at the Nangang Exhibition Centre from 8-11 April 2015.
Over 1,400 exhibitors showcased their products at the event.
This year, the inaugural Taiwan International Tuning & Car Care Show joined in with a showcase of tuned cars, tuned motors, car painting andauto maintenance products.
After its previous appearance in 2011, MREPC made its presence felt by hosting seven Malaysian companies who exhibited a wide range of products from rubber automotive components to industrial gloves.
21 APR 2015
Post-Show Release - Taipei AMPA 2015
Medical Fair India 2015
MREPC, with six rubber medical devices manufacturers, participated in the 21st Medical Fair India, held from 21-23 March, at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India. It is India’s premier trade fair for hospitals, health centres and clinics.
This year, the exhibition included a new segment under the theme, “Hospital Infrastructureâ€, to widen its reach beyond the medical devices and technology categories. Over 432 exhibitors from 18 countries exhibited at Medical Fair India 2015.
Making its eighth appearance at the annual trade fair, MREPC had a 78sqm pavilion which attracted a large number of visitors, mainly from India, Nepal and China. Interest was generated by the wide range of Made-in-Malaysia rubber medical devices displayed, including gloves, dental dams, exercise tubing and exercise bands.
09 APR 2015
Medical Fair India 2015
MREPC welcomes trade visitors to Kuala Lumpur at Automechanika 2015!
MREPC participated in the bi-annual Automechanika Kuala Lumpur (AMKL2015), which was held at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, from 19-21 March 2015. The event was organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and drew more than 6,000 visitors with 240 participating companies from 21 countries.
MREPC’s promotional booth displayed a variety of rubber automotive components, including engine mounts, hoses, bellows, rubber profiles, seals, o-rings and other rubber auto parts. Visitors to the MREPC booth were keen to know more about the rubber autoparts industry and rubber product manufacturers in Malaysia. Specific enquiries received at AMKL2015 will be channelled to relevant parts manufacturers.
02 APR 2015
MREPC welcomes trade visitors to Kuala Lumpur at Automechanika 2015!
MREPC Exhibits in South Korea at KIMES 2015
MREPC participated at the 31st Korea International Medical & Hospital Equipment Show (KIMES) 2015 from 5 – 8 March 2015 at Seoul, South Korea. The annual event was co-organised by Korea E&EX Inc., Korea Medical Devices Industrial Cooperative and Korea Medical Devices Industry Association. The four-day event at Coex Mall boasted exhibitors from 1,145 companies from 34 countries, and drew more than 70,000 visitors.
MREPC’s promotional booth displayed a wide array of medical rubber devices including medical gloves, condoms, catheters, dental dams and probe covers. MREPC received encouraging interest and positive feedback on Malaysian rubber medical products from South Korean distributors and commercial end-users.
30 MAR 2015
MREPC Exhibits in South Korea at KIMES 2015
MREPC and Malaysian Rubber Auto Parts Manufacturers to be at Taipei AMPA 2015
MREPC will be participating at the 31st Taipei AMPA in Taiwan from 8-11 April, 2015 along with seven Rubber Automotive Components manufacturers from Malaysia.
Taipei AMPA 2015 is jointly organised by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council and Taiwan Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers’ Association.
The fair will see 1,500 exhibitors, in 4,000 booths occupying 60,000sqm of space, creating a business networking platform for manufacturers and buyers.
Taipei AMPA 2015 will showcase the latest in auto parts and accessories as well as automobile electronic parts and components.
Stop by MREPC’s pavilion at Hall 4F, Booth L 0918 at Taipei World Trade Centre Nangang Exhibition Hall to source top-notch quality rubber automotive components from Malaysia at Taipei AMPA 2015!
23 MAR 2015
MREPC and Malaysian Rubber Auto Parts Manufacturers to be at Taipei AMPA 2015
First time in Mosbuild, Russia
MREPC will participate for the first time in Moscow’s Mosbuild, an international exhibition for the construction and building industry. To be held from 14 to 17 April, 2015, MREPC will be joined by two Malaysian manufacturers of engineered rubber products.
Visitors to Mosbuild will have the opportunity to the Malaysian manufacturers for such products as high damping rubber bearings (seismic rubber bearings), bridge bearings, bearings pads, and expansion joints. Visit the MREPC stand at Booth No: F661 at Mosbuild’s Expocentre in Moscow, to know more about, and source for engineered rubber products from Malaysia.
09 MAR 2015
First time in Mosbuild, Russia
MREPC Participates in KIMES 2015, Seoul, Korea
MREPC will participate at the 31st Korean International Medical & Hospital Show (KIMES 2015) in Seoul, Korea from 5 - 8 March 2015. KIMES 2015 is a major Asian medical event and a centre of attraction for all those involved in the medical and health care industries.
MREPC’s promotional booth will display and provide information on Made in Malaysia quality rubber medical devices, including gloves, condoms, and catheters, as well as a range of other rubber products with medical and health applications.
The venue for KIMES 2015 which covers over 38,500sqm area, expects to attract more than 70,000 visitors and 1,200 exhibitors from home and abroad. KIMES promises a showcase of the latest in medical industry trends and medical technology and launches of new products.
Come visit MREPC at 1st Floor, Hall A, Booth A762 at KIMES 2015, to learn about quality rubber medical devices from Malaysia.
26 FEB 2015
MREPC Participates in KIMES 2015, Seoul, Korea
MREPC's First Double-Deck Pavilion at Arab Health 2015
MREPC took part in Arab Health 2015, which was held at the Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre from 26-29 January 2015.
Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, Arab Health 2015 provides the largest platform in the region for the world’s leading manufacturers, wholesalers and distributors to meet the medical and scientific community.
For the first time, MREPC had a double-deck pavilion housing 14 Malaysian rubber medical device companies. The pavilion caught the attention of visitors and drew compliments from participants and visitors alike during the exhibition.
MREPC and the participating Malaysian companies made a positive impact in promoting Malaysian-made rubber medical devices at Arab Health 2015.
17 FEB 2015
MREPC's First Double-Deck Pavilion at Arab Health 2015
Dr. Abdul Kadir Mohamed (17 January 1948 - 15 February 2015)
We regret to announce that Dr. Abdul Kadir Mohamed, Technical Advisor at MREPC, passed away on 15 February 2015 at his home in Ara Damansara. Prior to his appointment as Advisor, Dr. Abdul Kadir served as Deputy CEO of MREPC. With over 30 years experience in rubber processing and rubber product technology, Dr. Abdul Kadir has been a mentor and a guide to many in the industry, well-respected as a knowledgeable and highly principled person among his peers. He will be very much missed for his kindness and compassion as well as for his knowledge and wisdom.
The Management and staff of MREPC convey our deepest condolences to his wife, Prof. Kamaliah and his family.
16 FEB 2015
Dr. Abdul Kadir Mohamed (17 January 1948 - 15 February 2015)
MREPC's Participation at the 8th India Rubber Expo & Tyre Show 2015, New Delhi
MREPC participated at the 8th India Rubber Expo & Tyre Show 2015 from 15-17 January 2015 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India. Organized by All India Rubber Industries Association, a total of 311 exhibitors from 11 countries participated at the exhibition which served as a sourcing point for the global rubber industry as well as a platform for discussion on emerging market scenarios, technologies, and issues.
The MREPC promotional booth displayed various rubber products across several product categories, including medical, automotive, household and sporting products. Visitors to MREPC booth were fascinated by the wide array of rubber products, and MREPC was able to provide information on the rubber products made in Malaysia.
09 FEB 2015
MREPC's Participation at the 8th India Rubber Expo & Tyre Show 2015, New Delhi
MREPC's First Ever Double Deck Pavilion at Arab Health 2015
MREPC will have its first ever double deck pavilion at Arab Health 2015 which will be held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates from 26-29 January 2015. A total of fourteen Malaysian medical rubber products manufacturers will be participating under the MREPC pavilion.
Arab Health 2015 will host 40 country pavilions, bringing together a total of 4,000 exhibitors showcasing the latest products and services for the healthcare industry. Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, Arab Health provides an unrivalled platform for the world's leading manufacturers, wholesalers and distributors to meet the medical and scientific community from the Middle East and beyond.
Come visit MREPC's double deck pavilion at Hall 6, Booth 6B01 to source for various high quality rubber medical devices from Malaysia at Arab Health 2015!
20 JAN 2015
MREPC's First Ever Double Deck Pavilion at Arab Health 2015
Announcement - New CEO and Deputy CEO
MREPC wishes to advise the following changes in Management.
Ms. Low Yoke Kiew, has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer effective 1 January 2015. Ms. Low succeeds Dato’ Teo Suat Cheng, who retired after a distinguished 10-year career at MREPC. Ms. Low joined MREPC in 2005 and was the Deputy CEO in 2014. Prior to that, she has served in the government for over 20 years.
Mr. Brandon Chan Siew Hon has been promoted to Deputy Chief Executive Officer with effect from 1 January 2015. He joined the company in 2010 and was appointed the Director of Industry Relations & Public Affairs in 2011.