Sime Darby’s Terberg Tractors Malaysia Secures Second Singapore Deal

Under the contracts, Terberg Tractors Malaysia Sdn Bhd, a joint venture between Sime Darby Industrial and The Netherlands-based Terberg Group, will manufacture and supply PSA with a total of 290 terminal tractors and an option for another 390 units. 

Commenting on the deal, Mr Boo Wei Ching, General Manager of Terberg Tractors Malaysia Sdn Bhd said, “This deal with PSA represents the second such deal of this size, and a testament to the quality and value we bring to the table. We previously secured a large contract from PSA in 2013. 

“We are renowned for being reliable and efficient and have established our expertise and track record throughout the region over the years. We are pleased that these contracts demonstrate PSA’s confidence in our products and reflect well on our capabilities in this segment.”

“The award of these contracts is very significant to us, as PSA’s requirements are the world’s port industry benchmark of standards and quality in the products they use for their operations,” added Mr Boo.

The delivery to PSA will commence from October 2016 and run until March 2017.

Commenting on the features of the terminal tractor, Mr Boo added, “The award of the contract was a result of our continuous product development with our principal, Terberg Benschop, and PSA on existing units already in use. The continuous improvement initiatives we embark on ensures our design is robust, practical, ergonomic, and reduces the overall owning and operating costs, which include increased savings in fuel efficiency.”

“On the business front, we are bullish on the outlook for terminal tractors in 2016. There are strong growth prospects in the Asia Pacific region, including Singapore, Vietnam, Indonesia and domestically in Malaysia as well. We look forward to strengthening our presence in these markets and tap into new ones such as South Korea and Pakistan,” he concluded. 

Terberg Tractors Malaysia serves the terminal tractor market in more than 46 countries across Asia Pacific through its network of 11 international dealers. The products are manufactured in Pasir Gudang by its wholly-owned subsidiary, Terberg Manufacturing & Assembly Sdn. Bhd. 

About Sime Darby 
Sime Darby is a Malaysia-based diversified multinational involved in key growth sectors, namely, plantation, industrial equipment, motors, property and energy & utilities. Founded in 1910, its business divisions seek to create positive benefits in the economy, environment and society where it has a presence. 

With a workforce of 132,000 employees in 26 countries and 4 territories, Sime Darby is committed to building a sustainable future for all its stakeholders. It is one of the largest companies on Bursa Malaysia with a market capitalisation of RM45.07 billion (USD 11.01 billion) as at 14 June 2016.

About Terberg Tractors Malaysia JV
Terberg Tractors Malaysia (TTM) is a joint venture company between Terberg Beheer BV, Holland and Sime Darby Industrial Sdn Bhd. Terberg Beheer BV is a 140 year old group of companies specialising in design and manufacture of special vehicles based in The Netherlands. 

TTM was established in 2005 to develop the Asia Pacific market for Terberg terminal tractors Model YT180 and 220. Currently, more than 1,000 units of terminal tractors have been sold to various ports’ operators in over 45 countries. In November 2005, TTM signed a Manufacturing Agreement with Tractors Manufacturing & Assembly Sdn Bhd to be the appointed manufacturer of Terberg machine for the region.

For further information, please contact:

Shahriman Johari
External Communications 
Group Communications
Sime Darby Berhad
Tel: +(603) 2711 0923 
Mobile: +(6019) 333 8320 
Email: shahriman.johari@simedarby.com