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Arabian Post
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Arabian Post
AVIS Singapore Leads Car Rental Industry with ISO 45001 Certification
AVIS sets a safety precedent, becoming Singapore's sole car rental firm certified to ISO 45001, meeting global standards. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 May 2025 – AVIS Singapore is the only car rental company in the country to have achieved ISO 45001 certification in December 2024, an international standard equivalent to Singapore's bizSAFE Star, demonstrating its commitment to the highest levels of occupational health and safety. AVIS Singapore personnel and their modern fleet, reflecting a commitment to safety, quality, and sustainable mobility solutions. Path to ISO 45001 Certification ADVERTISEMENT The attainment of ISO 45,001 reflects AVIS Singapore's dedication to robust health, safety, and operational standards, aligning with its 'Driven by Better' brand promise. This certification was enabled by implementing structured internal safety systems for proactive risk management across vehicle handling, premises, and customer interactions, ensuring a comprehensive approach to safety. A key enabler was a leadership-driven culture prioritising the safety, well-being, and accountability of all stakeholders. This was actively supported by systematic employee engagement through regular training and feedback mechanisms. Furthermore, comprehensive adherence to local regulatory requirements and globally recognised best practices in occupational health and safety management was ensured through a strategic partnership with certified consultants. Commitment to Quality and Environmental Responsibility Building on its priority of safety, AVIS Singapore also adheres to recognised standards in other key areas. Holding ISO 9,001 for Quality Management and ISO 14,001 for Environmental Management, the company affirms its focus on providing reliable car rentals with a continuous emphasis on service quality, maintaining a safe and healthy workplace for its employees, and proactively working to minimise its carbon footprint. In line with its environmental responsibility, AVIS Singapore is actively integrating vehicles with enhanced fuel efficiency into its fleet. This includes an increasing adoption of hybrid and electric vehicles (EVs), a focus aimed at offering customers renting cars in Singapore sustainable mobility solutions with reduced emissions and improved fuel economy. Upholding Service Excellence AVIS Singapore's ISO 45,001, ISO 9,001, and ISO 14,001 certifications assure customers of high standards across all services. Whether you require short-term car rental with well-maintained and reliable vehicles from a diverse fleet, car leasing with consistent quality for extended transportation needs across Singapore and into Malaysia, or chauffeur service ensuring secure and professional transport throughout the region, AVIS Singapore's commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability benefits every journey. Learn more at AVIS Singapore's website. Hashtag: #CarRental #Avis #ISO45001 The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. AVIS Singapore AVIS Singapore, part of Avis Budget Group since 1961, leads the local car rental market. Located strategically at Changi Airport (Terminals 2 and 3) and Havelock Road, AVIS offers reliable rental solutions. As a member of the globally recognised Avis Budget Group — operating in 180 countries with over $12B in revenue — AVIS Singapore embodies the group's commitment to innovation, customer focus, and sustainable mobility.
The Sun
3 days ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
AVIS Singapore Leads Car Rental Industry with ISO 45001 Certification
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 30 May 2025 - AVIS Singapore is the only car rental company in the country to have achieved ISO 45001 certification in December 2024, an international standard equivalent to Singapore's bizSAFE Star, demonstrating its commitment to the highest levels of occupational health and safety. Path to ISO 45001 Certification The attainment of ISO 45,001 reflects AVIS Singapore's dedication to robust health, safety, and operational standards, aligning with its 'Driven by Better' brand promise. This certification was enabled by implementing structured internal safety systems for proactive risk management across vehicle handling, premises, and customer interactions, ensuring a comprehensive approach to safety. A key enabler was a leadership-driven culture prioritising the safety, well-being, and accountability of all stakeholders. This was actively supported by systematic employee engagement through regular training and feedback mechanisms. Furthermore, comprehensive adherence to local regulatory requirements and globally recognised best practices in occupational health and safety management was ensured through a strategic partnership with certified consultants. Commitment to Quality and Environmental Responsibility Building on its priority of safety, AVIS Singapore also adheres to recognised standards in other key areas. Holding ISO 9,001 for Quality Management and ISO 14,001 for Environmental Management, the company affirms its focus on providing reliable car rentals with a continuous emphasis on service quality, maintaining a safe and healthy workplace for its employees, and proactively working to minimise its carbon footprint. In line with its environmental responsibility, AVIS Singapore is actively integrating vehicles with enhanced fuel efficiency into its fleet. This includes an increasing adoption of hybrid and electric vehicles (EVs), a focus aimed at offering customers renting cars in Singapore sustainable mobility solutions with reduced emissions and improved fuel economy. Upholding Service Excellence AVIS Singapore's ISO 45,001, ISO 9,001, and ISO 14,001 certifications assure customers of high standards across all services. Whether you require short-term car rental with well-maintained and reliable vehicles from a diverse fleet, car leasing with consistent quality for extended transportation needs across Singapore and into Malaysia, or chauffeur service ensuring secure and professional transport throughout the region, AVIS Singapore's commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability benefits every journey.
TimesLIVE
6 days ago
- Automotive
- TimesLIVE
Toyota to move some GR Corolla production to Britain, sources say
Toyota is moving some production of its GR Corolla sports car to Britain and will spend around $56m (R1,001,761,488) on a dedicated line there to build exports for North America, according to two people with knowledge of the matter. By shifting some production from Japan, Toyota aims to use excess capacity in Britain to help it cut delivery wait times for the car, said the people, who spoke on condition of anonymity. The move was not in reaction to US President Donald Trump's tariffs on automobile imports, they said. The Trump administration agreed this month to reduce tariffs on car imports from Britain to 10% on up to 100,000 vehicles a year. Japan is seeking to have repealed the 25% tariffs the US has imposed on all car imports. For global carmakers, the tariffs mean an additional challenge on top of differing emissions standards and customer demands across major markets. Toyota produces the GR Corolla in Japan for the Japanese market and for export to North America and other markets. However, it hasn't been able to keep up with North American demand, given keen interest in the petrol-powered car from engine enthusiasts, the people said. It will set up a production line at the Burnaston plant in Derbyshire and invest around ¥8bn (R1,001,761,488) to produce 10,000 cars annually for export to North America from the middle of 2026, according to the people. Burnaston began operations in 1992 and possesses advanced production technology. It has suffered a decline in production since Brexit, said the people. The plant produces the Corolla GR's base model, the Corolla hatchback, making it a natural choice, one of the people said. Engineers will be temporarily dispatched from Japan to share production technology and other expertise, the people said. In response to Reuters questions, Toyota said it was always looking for ways to optimise production. The report was not something the company had publicly announced, it said.
The Sun
7 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Xero survey reveals Malaysian SMEs need support, guidance on e-invoicing adoption
PETALING JAYA: As Malaysia progresses with the phased rollout of its nationwide e-invoicing mandate, a new white paper by global small business platform Xero reveals that the country's SMEs need support and guidance to help them understand and build capability ahead of implementation deadlines. The Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia mandates that businesses must fully transition to e-invoicing by specific dates – July 1, 2025 for businesses with annual revenues more than RM500,000 but less than RM25 million, and Jan 1, 2026 for businesses with revenues between RM150,000 and RM500,000. The white paper shows that just 30% of them have a full understanding of what e-invoicing entails, and only 31% have fully integrated it in their business operations. Notably, a significant 19% have yet to even begin implementation. Looking at the specific challenges slowing progress, 55% of SMEs identified a lack of clear understanding of the mandate's requirements. This was followed by technical and operational challenges such as having large amounts of data to digitise (49%), concerns about data security and privacy (47%), and limited internal technical expertise (45%). Still, despite these challenges, SMEs are aware of what they ultimately stand to gain from the transition. 69% believe e-invoicing will bring tangible business benefits, with improved recordkeeping (72%), improved efficiency (67%), and better compliance (55%) identified as the most anticipated gains. 'Many business owners understand that change is coming, but they are overwhelmed by complexity, unsure of where to start, and concerned about doing it right,' said Xero Asia managing director Koren Wines. 'The good news is that they acknowledge the benefits e-invoicing offers their businesses, and are open and optimistic to act if the process is made easier.' To assist with faster and easier implementation, SMEs identified step-by-step guides or checklists (70%), support for integration with existing systems and software (59%), as well as recommendations on e-invoicing solutions (53%) as the resources most needed to support them in their transition. The survey revealed that realities of implementation differ even among SMEs, often dictated by their size, resources and goals. 65% of larger SMEs with annual revenues of between RM500,001 and RM25 million say they are confident in their ability to implement e-invoicing, compared to 57% of smaller SMEs Businesses with annual revenues of between RM150,000 and RM500,000. In larger SMEs, e-invoicing is often implemented by dedicated teams comprising more than three employees, or a 'hybrid model' combining both internal teams and external expertise. In contrast, implementation in smaller SMEs is often driven by business owners themselves, or small teams of up to two employees. While both groups pointed to a lack of understanding of the mandate's requirements as their top concern, smaller SMEs identified a lack of time to explore implementation as their second most pressing challenge, while larger SMEs indicated concerns over having large volumes of data to digitise. Both groups recognise the benefits of e-invoicing, with smaller SMEs focused on immediate operational impacts such as better compliance, fewer errors in recordkeeping, and faster payments. In contrast, larger SMEs are focused more generally on improved efficiency across the business. 'The e-invoicing mandate is an opportunity for Malaysia's SMEs to accelerate their digital transformation journeys. With guidance and support from their accountants, bookkeepers and business advisors, they'll be able to not only make sense of requirements and technology required for compliance, but also the tools that will simultaneously enable them to operate more efficiently and productively,' Wines said. 'Particularly for smaller businesses that run on leaner resources, they'll be on the lookout for simple, easy-to-use and cost-effective solutions.' 'Once SMEs are able to bridge that gap and fully implement e-invoicing, they will start to reap rewards for their business, including increased efficiency, better cash flow, and significant time and cost savings,' said Wines.
Daily Express
16-05-2025
- Daily Express
61 tonnes palm kernels seized in Lahad Datu
Published on: Friday, May 16, 2025 Published on: Fri, May 16, 2025 By: Azmie Lim Text Size: Among the items seized during the raid. LAHAD DATU: Marine Police Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) seized some 61 tonnes of palm kernels in a raid on an unnumbered premises at Jalan POIC, last Wednesday. Sabah Region Four Marine Police Force Commander, ACP Mohd Nazri Ibrahim, said two men aged 39 and 48 were also detained in the raid. Advertisement The duo were caught while transferring the palm kernels from a lorry to a trailer. 'Result of inspection found piles of palm kernels and a bunker containing kernels. The team also seized two lorries (without its tails), a trailer, two bulldozers, a bunker and 61 tonnes of palm kernels. All the seizures were estimated to be worth RM2,001,500, he said. 'The case will be investigated under the Malaysian Palm Oil Board Regulations,' he added. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
