KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A team from Malaysian International Furniture Fair (MIFF) and its strategic partner, Muar Furniture Association (MFA), accomplished a special mission in Sabah recently to plant trees to help restore the eco-system of the Lower Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary.
Over two days, on July 8 and 9, they planted 100 trees to fulfill a pledge to plant a real tree for every six virtually sowed by visitors at the 30th anniversary of MIFF, the largest furniture trade show in Southeast Asia, in March this year.
Pitching in were MIFF General Manager Ms. Kelie Lim, MFA President Mr. Steve Ong and MFA Executive Advisor Mr. Desmond Tan, who is also Malaysian Furniture Council (MFC) President.
The tree-planting campaign was supported by MFA and manufacturers, namely Ecomate Holdings, Ivorie International, Nova Talent, HengLin Home Furnishings, and Wasaniaga in a strong demonstration of the industry's commitment to environmental stewardship.
The effort was facilitated by Animal Projects and Environment (APE) Malaysia at a reforestation site assigned by the Sabah Wildlife Department.
The Lower Kinabatangan region near Sandakan is Malaysia's largest RAMSAR wetland site that is home to endangered species like the Borneo pygmy elephant, orang utan, proboscis monkey, rhinoceros hornbill and crocodiles.
The tree planting initiative was launched at MIFF 2024 to raise awareness for a greener planet. Close to 20,000 visitors, a third coming from 120 countries and regions, attended the show.
Ms. Kelie Lim, MIFF General Manager, said: "We're grateful for the support of the global furniture industry and sponsors. As a leading trade show attracting international buyers from over half the world, MIFF has a real opportunity, in addition to doing business, to inspire the communities we work with to do their part for the environment. We are pleased to see the campaign has helped fostered a more relaxed and positive atmosphere among visitors this year."
Mr. Desmond Tan, MFA Executive Advisor and MFC President, said: "This is a significant collaboration between MFA and MIFF and a timely endeavour which aligns with a sustainable furniture industry."
Mr. Steve Ong, MFA president, said: "I'm proud to be part of this initiative. We are committed to going the extra mile with MIFF. We are not just bringing our members to participate in MIFF, but also contributing to sustainability for a better future."
To stay updated about MIFF 2025, you can join our mailing list or book a space by visiting the MIFF website at www.miff.com.my. For further information, please feel free to contact the MIFF Team at info@miff.com.my.
About MIFF (www.miff.com.my)
MIFF is the largest and leading export-oriented furniture trade show in Southeast Asia showcasing the widest collection of Made-in-Malaysia wooden furniture, home furniture and office furniture. Since 1995, MIFF has been a one-stop platform connecting a wider community of 20,000+ buyers from 140 countries and regions. MIFF is organised by Informa Markets which is a part of Informa PLC, a leading B2B information services group and the largest B2B event organiser in the world.
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MIFF AND MUAR FURNITURE ASSOCIATION PLANT TREES IN SABAH TO PROMOTE ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
PolicyStreet gives back to Malaysians who supported their growth by offering FREE road tax to all Proton and Perodua car owners renewing their car insurance.
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Sept. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- "Berkereta jenama negara, megah menyusur di jalan raya"— an iconic lyric that resonates with every Malaysian, evoking national pride with every rendition. This Malaysia Day, PolicyStreet turns that pride into a tangible benefit. PolicyStreet continues its Betul-Betul FREE Road Tax campaign, offering all Malaysians driving national cars FREE road tax when renewing their car insurance on 12 and 13 September.
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"'Keranamu kami mendakap tuah'— Without the support of Malaysians, PolicyStreet would not have achieved the successes it enjoys today. Beyond our embedded insurance solutions serving the underserved, PolicyStreet is committed to giving back to the community and improving financial resilience in the region, says Yen Ming Lee, Co-founder and Group Chief Executive Officer of PolicyStreet.
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Held from 28 to 29 August, the first Betul-Betul Free Road Tax campaign offered Malaysians free road tax in conjunction with Merdeka Day, no strings attached. The campaign saw close to 10,000 car insurance quotes generated, reflecting the strong community support for PolicyStreet's initiatives.
Looking ahead, PolicyStreet remains dedicated to enhancing its insurance solutions and services for underserved communities. As part of this commitment, the company pledges to offer the 'Cheapest Road tax in Town', offering up to 70% discounts on road tax for every car insurance renewal. The bold promise, available from 14 September onwards, ensures that all Malaysians benefit from PolicyStreet's cost-effective insurance solutions.
If you're behind the wheel of a Proton or Perodua, don't miss out on this chance to enjoy FREE road tax this Malaysia Day. For Malaysians who want to take advantage of this promotion but don't need to renew their car insurance just yet, stay tuned for the Cheapest Road Tax in Town available from 14 September onwards. Show your Malaysian pride and grab your free road tax from PolicyStreet today!
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PolicyStreet is a regional full-stack insurance technology (insurtech) group of companies providing cutting-edge digital insurance solutions to businesses and consumers in Southeast Asia and Australia.
PolicyStreet works directly with over 40 life, general, and Takaful providers globally to offer a comprehensive range of products and services, which includes but is not limited to embedded insurance, customised employee benefits, financial advisory and aggregation of insurance, as well as the development of digital solutions to make insurance purposeful and simple for businesses and consumers.
As a licensed Reinsurer, General Insurer and Takaful Operator by the Labuan Financial Services Authority (LFSA), an approved Financial Adviser and Islamic Financial Adviser by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM), and a licensee of the Australian Financial Services License by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), PolicyStreet is able to underwrite, customise policies, and provide unbiased advice to its clients and partners worldwide.
PolicyStreet is backed by the Malaysian sovereign wealth fund, Khazanah Nasional Berhad, and serves over 5 million customers with over US$ 10 billion in sum insured. In 2024, PolicyStreet was recognised as "Fintech of the Year" at The Asset's Triple A Digital Awards and ranked as the second-highest Malaysian company in the "High-Growth Companies in Asia Pacific 2024" list by Statista and The Financial Times.
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Keranamu Malaysia -- PolicyStreet Offers FREE Road Tax to All National Cars for Malaysia Day
