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Zawya
29-04-2025
- Automotive
- Zawya
Sayarti awarded ISO 9001:2015 (QMS) Certification under the United Kingdom Accreditation Services
Muscat, Oman - Sayarti Rental, a key division within the Mobility & Equipment Sector of The Zubair Corporation and a leader in Oman's transportation and equipment rental industry, has been awarded the prestigious ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Certification by United Registrar of Systems (URS), an internationally accredited certification body. This milestone underscores Sayarti's unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality services in line with global best practices. The official certification ceremony took place at The Zubair Corporation's headquarters in Azaiba, where Aziz Sulaiyam Al Rahbi, Marketing Manager at Sayarti, received the certificate on behalf of the company from Mr. Bashir Al Salem, General Manager of URS. The event was attended by senior executives from The Zubair Corporation and The Zubair Automotive Group. Commenting on the achievement, Aziz Salim Al Rahbi stated: "We are proud to have earned the ISO 9001:2015 certification, which reflects our team's collective dedication to service excellence, customer satisfaction, and maintaining a professional and safe working environment. This accomplishment is a direct result of the culture of innovation and continuous improvement that Sayarti Leasing and Used Car Sales embraces across all its operations." He added, "Receiving this prestigious certification, alongside being recognised among the 'Most Powerful Brands in Leasing and Car Sales 2025,' affirms the quality and diversity of our offerings. We remain committed to providing vehicles that meet the stringent standards set by the Oman Society for Petroleum Services (OPAL), while continuing to expand our fleet to meet the evolving needs of individuals, businesses, and the oil and gas sector." Basheer Al Salem, Managing Director of URS, remarked, "Awarding Sayarti the ISO 9001:2015 certification is a testament to the company's excellence in managing service quality. Sayarti has shown a strong capability to implement an effective management system that drives performance improvement and sustainability. We commend their dedication to delivering innovative, internationally compliant transportation solutions that enhance customer experiences." He further noted, "Since its establishment, Sayarti has solidified its reputation as a leading player in Oman's vehicle leasing and sales sector. Today, the company continues to advance its leadership by fostering innovation, maintaining high standards of quality, and building lasting trust with customers across multiple industries." Established in 1992 as Al Zubair Leasing, Sayarti has grown into a premier provider of vehicle rental and used car sales services in the Sultanate. Its commitment to aligning with international standards and best practices, including compliance with Oman Energy Association (OPAL) requirements, continues to strengthen its market leadership. Focused on customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and innovation, Sayarti remains dedicated to offering high-quality transportation solutions that cater to the diverse needs of individuals and organisations alike.
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
What It Means for the Industry as FMCSA Eliminates MC Numbers in 2025
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has announced some major changes, perhaps none more significant than overhauling its carrier identification system. By Oct. 1, 2025, the agency plans to phase out Motor Carrier (MC) numbers and transition entirely to USDOT numbers. This move is part of an effort to modernize carrier registration, reduce fraud, and streamline compliance processes. While the change may seem like a minor administrative update, it carries significant implications for carriers, brokers, and the trucking industry. Retiring MC numbers is rooted in efficiency, security and regulatory consistency. For years, carriers and brokers have operated with both USDOT and MC numbers, leading to confusion, duplicate records and increased opportunities for fraud. By consolidating carrier identification under a single USDOT number, FMCSA aims to: Streamline the registration process for new carriers. Reduce identity fraud and carrier manipulation by eliminating the ability to reset compliance records under a new MC number. Enhance regulatory enforcement by simplifying carrier tracking. Improve public access to safety and compliance records by making data more transparent and centralized. Currently, carriers have separate MC and USDOT numbers, sometimes leading to issues with record-keeping, audits and compliance enforcement. FMCSA's new Unified Registration System (URS) will integrate all carriers into one system using only USDOT numbers. This transition will impact motor carriers, brokers and freight forwarders, who traditionally use MC numbers to conduct business. Here's how each sector of the industry will be affected: Carriers will no longer need an MC number for interstate operations, meaning all regulatory and safety records will be tied exclusively to their USDOT number. Carriers will still need to maintain active authority, but their identification process will change, potentially requiring updates to permits, contracts and insurance policies that reference MC numbers. Brokers and freight forwarders are issued an MC number when they obtain authority. Under the new system, they will be assigned a USDOT number instead. This shift could mean additional compliance and verification requirements, primarily as FMCSA works to address fraudulent brokerage activity and double brokering scams. Shippers relying on MC numbers to validate carrier authority will need to adjust their vetting processes. Instead of checking for an MC number, they'll need to use the USDOT number to verify authority status through FMCSA databases like SAFER or the new URS. One of the biggest concerns in the trucking industry today is identity fraud, double brokering and carrier 'churning,' in which a carrier with a bad safety record shuts down and reopens under a new MC number. By eliminating MC numbers and forcing all authority records to be tracked under a single USDOT number, FMCSA hopes to reduce fraud and hold carriers more accountable for their history. With Oct. 1 coming up quickly, now is the time for carriers, brokers and freight forwarders to prepare for the transition. Here's what businesses should be doing: Ensure that business licenses, contracts, permits and insurance policies are updated to reflect the new USDOT-only system. Any legal or financial documentation that references an MC number may need revision. Since the USDOT number will become the only identifier, carriers and brokers must ensure that their registration records are correct. This includes: Updating company addresses, contact details and legal business names. Ensuring all required filings are up to date. Confirming proper operating authority status through FMCSA systems. Updating contracts and educating customers on the transition will help avoid confusion or delays in operations. FMCSA will likely release further guidance on the transition, including details on enforcement and penalties for noncompliance. Carriers should stay informed by checking FMCSA's website, attending industry webinars and consulting compliance professionals. Eliminating MC numbers is another step in FMCSA's efforts to modernize the industry, but it also raises new questions about compliance, enforcement and fraud prevention. Some in the industry believe this change could cause confusion in the short term, particularly for brokers and shippers accustomed to verifying MC numbers. Others argue that a single identifier will simplify compliance and create a more accountable system. October 2025 will significantly shift how trucking businesses are registered, verified and monitored. Whether this transition is a seamless improvement or a bureaucratic headache remains to be seen. The post What It Means for the Industry as FMCSA Eliminates MC Numbers in 2025 appeared first on FreightWaves.
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
URS to host art walk on Friday
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – United Rehabilitation Services (URS) to host an art walk to celebrate the talent of people living with disabilities. In honor of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, the walk will take place on Friday, March 14 at URS, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The collection of inspired art was created by both kids and adults at URS. Distinguished guests include many local legislators such as Montgomery County Commissioner Judy Dodge, Representative Phil Plummer, Representative Andrea White, Mayor Jeffrey Mims, City of Riverside Council Member Sara Lommatzsch and City of Riverside Council Member Brenda Fry are all expected to attend. The event will start with a breakfast at 9:15 a.m. It will be followed by a guided tour of the exhibits and will finish with a performance by the children of URS. URS aims to empower its clients to share their voices and unique perspectives. To learn more about URS visit here or call (937) 233-1230. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
05-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
United Rehabilitation Services unveils its Black History Month events
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – The United Rehabilitation Services (URS) has announced its speakers lineup for its Black History Month events. Black History Month explained: Its origins, celebrations and myths 'These remarkable leaders exemplify the spirit of advocacy, resilience, and community service that resonates deeply with our mission,' said Dennis Grant, URS CEO, in a release. The featured speakers are: Dr. Derrick L. Foward, NAACP Dayton Branch President (Feb. 5 – 12:30 p.m.) Dayton Mayor Jeffrey J. Mims, Jr. (Feb. 11 – 9:30 a.m.) Dion Green, Founder of the FUDGE Foundation (Feb. 20 – 12:30 p.m.) Willis Blackshear, State Senator (Feb. 21 – 10 a.m.) Mary McDonald, Montgomery County Commissioner (Feb. 24 – 10 a.m.) Kevin Lydy, the National Afro-American Museum (Feb. 26 – 10 a.m.) Events include interactive reading sessions with children in URS' Youth Services program, as well as presentations on leadership, resilience, advocacy, African American history and culture for adult participants. Rubber ducks float through downtown river for charity For more information on the work URS does for people living with disabilities in the Miami Valley visit its Facebook page. Click here for more on the URS Rubber Duck Regatta. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
