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The Malaysian Forest Dialogue

The Steering Committee of the Malaysian Forest Dialogue (MFD) has invited our members to participate in the above Dialogue, details as below:-
 
Date:        1 - 2 December 2008
Venue:     Hotel Istana Kuala Lumpur
 
The MFD, endorsed by the Minister of Plantation Industries and Commodities, is a local multi-stakeholder forum initiated and sponsored by HSBC Bank Malaysia Bhd, is a private sector initiative set up to create a platform to enhance collective awareness among stakeholders including the financial sector, through positive and constructive dialogues on issues relating to forestry management and the timber industry.       
 
The Dialogue is a closed forum in which participation is by invitation only.  The theme of this year’s Dialogue is "Strategizing Future Directions for the Timber Industry".
 
The topics for discussion will include the following:-
- Resource planning & management
- Industry challenges
- Impacts from external changes
 
For a copy of the Registration Form, please contact STA Secretariat at 082-332222

STA Tea Talk on Biofuels and Melamine

Details as follow :

Biofuels are any solids, liquids or gases fuels that originated from recent biological materials. The development of biofuels has been hastened recently due to the oil price crisis. The production of ethanol and biogas will be discussed without most of the technical details. This talk will feature the definition and some historical development of biofuels, types of biofuels, impact of biofuels on the environment and its conflicts with food production. The impact on global warming and climate change will be briefly discussed.
 
Melamine is the issue behind the recent controversies over tainted milk products and contaminated eggs in China.  It has a variety of industrial applications including the production of plastics, kitchenware and etc.  This talk will explain the reasons why children in China fell ill after consuming melamine tainted milk.
 
Entrance is free. However, due to logistics, entrance is restricted to only those who have registered.  To register, kindly call STA at 082-332 222 before 21 November 2008.

Seminar on Industrial Automation and Mechanization in Timber Industry

The Malaysian Timber Industry Board and the Ministry of Plantation Industries and Commodities will be organising a Seminar on "Industrial Automation and Mechanization in Timber Industry". Details as below:-

Date/Time: 4 November 2008, 8.30 am - 4.30 pm
Venue: Crowne Plaza Mutiara Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Registration Fee: Free
Closing Date: 17 October 2008

The objectives of this Seminar are to provide an overview of the current status of industrial automation and mechanization options for the wood-based industry and to heighten awareness on the importance of automation and mechanization in timber industry as a critical tool towards enhancing productivity.

Tentative Sessions and Papers to be delivered during the Seminar:

Session 1: Cutting Edge Technology on Wood Processing

- Paper 1 Maximizing Profit Through Latest Moulding Technology by Mr Rene Hordijk, Michael Weinig Asia Pte Ltd

- Paper 2 Automation in Finger Jointing and Wood Lamination by Mr S S Ng, Syarikat Petaling Corporation Sdn Bhd

- Paper 3 Automation & Mechanization in Timber Floor Manufacturing by Mr Michael Ng, Inovar Contracts Sdn Bhd

Session 2: Latest Technology on Wood Finishing

- Paper 4 Electron Beam and Radiating Curing Technology for Production Efficiency by Dr Khairul Zaman Mohd Dahlan, Nuclear Malaysia

- Paper 5 Innovative Waterborne Finishing for Efficient Application System by Mr Krishnad, PPG Coatings (M) Sdn Bhd

- Paper 6 Nanotech in Wood Finishing for Enhancing Quality Parameters by Mr Krishnad, PPG Coatings (M) Sdn Bhd

Copy of the Registration Form is available at STA Secretariat. For enquiries and further information, please contact:

Cik Mahsuri / Encik Mazree
MTIB
Tel: 03-92822235
Fax: 03-92846214
e-mail: mahsuri@mtib.gov.my / mazree@mtib.gov.my
website: www.mtib.gov.my

National Conference on Forest Products 2008 (NCFP 2008) - 2nd Announcement

The Forest Research Institute Malaysia, Universiti Teknologi Mara and Malaysian forest Products Society will jointly organised a National Conference on Forest Products 2008 (NCFP 2008) with the theme "Towards Competitiveness and Sustainability".  Details as below:-

    Date: 29 - 31 October 2008
    Venue: The Legend Hotel Kuala Lumpur 
    Registration Fee:  RM600/person; students RM350/person;

    Post-Conference Tour RM50/person

The topics of the presentation and presenters are:-

(1) A Competitive Strategy for Timber - Dato' Baharuddin Haji Ghazali
(2) Emerging Markets for Malaysian Timber Products: Prospects & Challenges - Mr Tham Sing Khow
(3) Components Based on Natural Fibres for Aestival Heat Insulation: Process, Application, Climate Protection - Dr Volker Thole
(4) The Wood-based Industries in Malaysia: Current Status and Future Directions - Dato' Sheikh Othman Sheikh Abd Rahman
(5) Possible Timbers as Replacement of Red Merantis for Mouldings - Dr Gan Kee Seng
(6) Non-Destructive Evaluation of Selected Plantation Species - Dr Ismail Jusoh
(7) Protein Modifield Resol Resins for the Low Formaldehyde Emission Panels - Mr Roger Camaroon
(8) Forest Product Sector at a Cross Road? - Dr Ismariah Ahmad
(9) Status and Challenges of the Malaysian Furniture Sector in the Globalized World - Dr Hegatheswaran Ratnasingam
(10) Effects of Pre-steaming and Compressing Pressure on the Dimensional Stability of Densified Wood - Dr Wong Thye Seang
(11) The Effect of Acid Concentration on Sugar Extraction from Oil Palm Trunk via Acid Hydrolysis - Ms Rafidah Jalil
(12) Enhancing the Physical and Mechanical Properties of Chemically Modified Selected Timber Species - Ms Ana Azrena
(13) Characterization on Strength Behaviour of Single-layered Particleboard from Leucaena Leucocephala - Mr Shahril Anuar Bahari

For registration and more information, please contact:-

Dr Rahim Sudin / Dr Lim Hin Fui
The Secretariat NCFP 2008
Forest Research Institute Malaysia
Kepong Selangor
Tel: 03-62797286 / 7541
Fax: 03-62736587
e-mail: ncfp2008@frim.gov.my
website: http://www.frim.gov.my

Presentation of Forest Management Information System by GISCON, Germany

STA will be assisting GISCON, Germany in the organising a presentation on their Forest Management Information System. This is a software that will allow users to carry out the planning and monitoring of forest operations, including cost monitoring, machinery cost calculation, generate performance statistics, sales and invoicing, query and reporting tools, human resource management and wage payment, with linkage to GIS/ mapping and accounting systems. The system is able to be operated from various sites, from a central server/ system administrator, using secure access rights to different management levels within a company. Details are as follow:

For further information, please contact the STA Secretariat at Tel: 082-332222

15th Malaysian Forestry Conference

Forest Department Sarawak together with Sarawak Forestry Corporation and STIDC are organising the 15th Malaysian Forestry Conference. Details are as below:-

Date: 20 - 23 October 2008; 24 October 2008 (Post-Conference Tour)
Venue: Hotel Hilton Kuching
Registration Fee: RM500/participant
Closing Date: 15 September 2008

The Malaysian Forestry Conference is held triennially in rotation amongst the Forest Department of Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak to exchange information, ideas and experiences in the administration, management and developemnt of forest in the country.

The conference will be organised under six sub-themes, ie (1) Global Changes & Forestry; (2) Sustainable Forest Management; (3) Deforestation & Forest Degradation; (4) Environmental Services; (5) Forest Plantation; and (6) Forest Product Industry & Trade.

The Post-Conference Tour will be to Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, STIDC Timber Museum and STIDC Furniture Gallery.

Attendance at the conference will be based on first come first serve basis. For more information, please contact:-

The Secretariat
15th Malaysian Forestry Conference
Forest Department Sarawak Headquarters
Wisma Sumber Alam Petra Jaya
Tel: 082-319 164
Fax: 082-441 377
website: www.forestry.sarawak.gov.my/forweb/pmfc/index.html

Training programme on "Lean Manufacturing Breakthrough Techniques - Fattens Your Bottom Line"

Mega Yield management Consultancy is conducting a training programme on "Lean Manufacturing Breakthrough Techniques - Fattens Your Bottom Line". Details as below:-

Date: 22 - 23 September 2008 (9.00 am - 5.00 pm)
Venue: Holiday Inn Kuching
Fee: RM1,250/participant (SBL claimable)
Facilitator: Dr Andrew Jebamani, a Shingo Examiner from Asia and Lean Bronze Certified Trainer
Methodology: Lectures, Simulations and group discussion and presentations

Lean Manufacturing is a process than assist to substantially reduce inventories. Work-In-Process, required floor space, cycle times and lead times. It can also dramatically improve quality by connecting processes and people to allow error to be caught faster.

Workshop Outline

1. Mass Manufacturing to Lean Manufacturing Systems
2. The Lean Principles
3. Manufacturing Value Calculation
4. The 7 wastes
5. 2nd Simulation - The Cell Manufacturing
6. Lean Tools
7. 3rd Simulation - Introducing the Pull System
8. Elimination of non-value add activities and balance the line
9. 4th Simulation (Lean) - A Group Project
10. Conclusion

A copy of the registration form is available at STA Secretariat. For further information, please contact:-

Mr Thomas Buan
h/p: 019-2333553 / 016-3242525
e-mail: syafiq8@dtreamyx.com
website: www.mymconsultancy.com

Briefing Session on Use of PEFC International Chain of Custody Standard (Annex 4) under the Malaysian Timber Certification Scheme (MTCS)

The new institutional arrangement for the Malaysian Timber Certification Scheme (MTCS) operated by the Malaysian Timber Certification Council (MTCC) was implemented on 1 July 2008. This is an important requirement for the endorsement of MTCS by the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification Schemes (PEFC) Council. Under the new institutional arrangement, for the Chain of Custody, MTCS will be adopting the PEFC International Chain of Custody Standard (Annex 4). MTCC will be giving a briefing session on the use of PEFC International Chain of Custody Standard (Annex 4) under the Malaysian Timber Certification Scheme (MTCS). Details are as follow:

              Date: 19 August 2008 (Tuesday)
              Time: 8.30 a.m. - 1.00 p.m.
              Venue: Level 12, Wisma STA

For further information, please contact the STA Secretariat at 082-332222.

Course on "Legal Obligations of Employer & Safety Committee - OSHA

GEM Consultancy Sdn Bhd is organising a course on "Legal Obligations of Employer & Safety Committee - OSHA".  Details as below:-

Date: 13 - 14 August 2008
Venue: Merdeka Palace Kuching
Fee: RM980/participant (group registration of 3 or more are entitled for 10% discount)
Organization with 5 or more participants are entitled for a complimentary seat
Trainer: Dr S Selvanathan, 25-year experience in the area of Human Resource and Industrial Relations Management and was a panel member of the Industrial Court for 3 terms

The main objective of this course would enable organization to take positive steps today by understanding the requirements of OSHA and its Regulations and also to instill safety awareness.
 
Following is the key topics of the Course:-
 
(1) Introduction to OSHA
(2) Safety & Health Policy
(3) Safety & Health Organizations
(4) Enforcement & Investigation
(5) Regulations Industrial major accidents hazards
(6) Safety & Health Committee Registration (S2, 3, 4) Part 1 - 6
(7) Safety & Health Officer Regulations (S 4 - 21) Part I - V
 
A copy of the registration form is available at STA Secretariat.  For further information, please contact:-
 
Haji Jamalludin HM / Cik Rufina
H/P: 012-3971517 / 019-8853561
Tel: 03-78047870
e-mail: hjjamal@gem.com.my   

Seminar on Capitalising Forestry and Climate Change in Malaysia

The Forestry CDM Secretariat Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) is organising a Seminar on Capitalising Forestry and Climate Change in Malaysia.

Date: 11 August 2008 (Monday)
Time: 8.30 am - 5.00 pm
Venue: Auditorium FRIM Kepong
Closing Date: 6 August 2008
Fee: FREE

The main objectives of the seminar are to report on acitivities related to the CDM forestry and look into the future opportunities for creating carbon offset programmes in the forestry sector in general.

Programme Outline:-

- Welcome addresses

- Developments in Climate Change

- Negotiations relating to Forestry Standard

- Operating Procedures for Forestry

- CDM Projects in Malaysia

- Eligible Lands for A&R

- CDM in Peninsular Malaysia

- Greenhouse Gases (CHGs) Inventory for landuse in Malaysia

- Outlook for Reducing Emissions from Forest Degradation and Deforestation (REDD) in Malaysia

- Case studies for VER projects in Malaysia

- Perspectives from a Donor Point of View

- Panel Discussion

For enquiries and registration, please contact-
Dr Christine Fletcher / Cik Faridah Ahmad Azam

CDM Forestry Secretariat
Tel No: 03-62797177 / 03-62797543
Fax No: 03-62736587
e-mail: cdfletch@frim.gov.my / faridahaa@frim.gov.my

Training Fair for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)

Pembangunan Sumber Manusia Berhad (PSMB) is organising a SMEs Training Fair, with details as follows:

Date     : 17th June 2008 (Tuesday)
Time     : 9:00am to 5:00 pm
Venue   : Impiana Casuarina Hotel Ipoh, Perak

The objective of this event is to provide a platform for SME employers to identify and source training programmes relevant to employers' needs.

For further enquiries, please contact:-

Mr Muhd Ghazali B.Abdul Aziz ( 03-2098 4828 ) ghazali@hrdnet.com.my
Ms Tan Say Pooi (03-2098 4892) tan@hrdnet.com.my
Mr Mohd Nazri Sabri (03-2098 4895) nazris@hrdnet.com.my
Mr Muhamad Hafez Kamarudin (03-2096 4925) hafez@hrdnet.com.my

Implementing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Training

Biz Excellence Systems is organising a two (2) days training on "Implementing Corporate Social Responsibility" (CSR) A step-by-step Approach. Training details as follow:

Date : 18 & 19 June 2008
Time : 9:00am to 5:00pm
Venue : Kuala Lumpur
Medium of training : English
Training fees (per participant) : RM 1,250

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) reporting is more than public relations or philanthropy exercise. Charity and philanthropy will directly enhance the reputation of a company and strengthen its brand, but concept of CSR clearly goes beyond that. CSR is an accountability and management tool that actually drives performance improvement.

CSR is generally understood as being the way through which a company achieves a balance of economic, environmental and social imperatives "Triple-Bottom-Line-Approach", while at the same time addressing the expectations of shareholders and stakeholders.

For course outline and registration enquiries, please contact:-
Ms. Pam Maan
Mobile: 013-6066 888
E-mail: pam@bizexcel.org
www.bizexcel.org

"Tea-talk with industry" on "Use of Timber in Construction"

Malaysian Timber Industry Board (MTIB) will be organising a "Tea-talk with Industry" on "Use of Timber in Construction". Details as follows:

Date : 25 June 2008 (Wednesday)
Time : 4:30 to 6:30 pm
Venue :  Pusat Fiber dan Biokomposit (FIDEC)
            Lot 152, Jalan Empat,
            Kompleks Perabot Olak Lempit
            42700, Banting,
            Selangor.

The objective of this tea-talk is to build relationship with government agencies and related industry, and also to provide an insight and heighten awareness on the practicality and advantages of using timber and timber products in the construction industry.

For further information, please contact:-

Encik Alias Che Dollah (Alias@mtib.gov.my) / Encik Mohd Nizam Hamid (nizam_h@mtib.gov.my) / Encik Hariz Reza Mohd Yazid (hariz@mtib.gov.my) / Encik Rasfan Akram Akmal (rasfan@mtib.gov.my)

Tel: 03-92822235 
Fax: 03-92851477

Sarawak Investment and Trade Dialogue and Seminar on the Manufacturing and Services Sectors

MIDA together with Ministry of Industrial Development (MID) and MITI agencies will be organizing "Sarawak Investment and Trade Dialogue and Seminar on the Manufacturing and Services Sectors" from 17 - 18 July 2008 at Hotel Hilton Kuching.

As issues/problems faced by and/or suggestions/recommendations proposed by the local manufacturers will be discussed in this Seminar, please forward any issues/problems/suggestions/recommendations with details to us (refer to the below format), latest by Thursday, 29 May 2008 for compilation and onward transmission to MIDA.

Issues/problems faced by and/or suggestions/recommendations as at .................................................. 2008

No                Issues/problems                          Suggestions/recommendations                                Remarks
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)

Submitted by: ...................................................... (name) ..................................................... (designation)

Company: ................................................................................................................................................
 

CDM Asia 2008

All Events Group Pte Ltd is organizing the "CDM Asia 2008" on 28 - 31 July 2008 at The Westin Bund Center Shanghai, P.R. China.

CDM Asia 2008 sets the stage for sourcing additional projects through unique opportunities to network with and hear from regulators, market participants, and other key local and global stakeholders. Participants will get to dissect opportunities in currently dominant host countries China and India, as well as explore alternative options in emerging host countries nearby.

* Network and build your business case with prospective project owners

* Get inside information with regulators and analysts speaking about the state of the market, trends, and outlook for

future scenarios

* Learn strategies for navigating a variety of local landscapes across Asia from project participants themselves

For details and enquiries, please log on to website: www.alleventsgroup.com/cdmasia.

Briefing for the 5th China-ASEAN Expo 2008 (CAEXPO)

The 5th China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO) will be held from 22 - 25 October 2008 at Nanning China. Malaysia's participation in this Expo is being handled by MATRADE which has coordinated the participation of 121 companies in 2007.

In this respect, MATRADE is organising a half day promotional conference on the above Expo. Details as below:-


Date: 15 May 2008 (Thursday)
Time: 9.00 am - 12.00 pm
Venue: Dewan Muhibbah, 2nd Floor Merdeka Palace Hotel & Suites Kuching
Closing Date: 13 May 2008

A copy of the registration form is available at STA Secretariat. For further enquiries, please contact:

Mr Nazurudin Othman or Ms Rozilah Mohammad

MATRADE Sarawak

Tel: 082-246780

Fax: 082-256780

website: www.matrade.gov.my

MITI'S Revised Requirements for Certificate of Origin (CO) and Seminar dated 14 May 2008

FMM Leadership and Service informing the above subject as below:-

The recent rampant cases of false declaration on Certificate of Origin (CO) issued by chambers of Commerce have resulted in verifications by importing countries. Verification missions have also been received from the European Anti Fraud Office (OLAF) to check on the authencity of the information declared by exporters. Products investigated include disposable flint lighters, footwear, malleable pipe fittings, energy saving lamps, bicycles, etc. In view that the above cases have an adverse effect on the image of Malaysia as a major trading partner, the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) has tightened and revised the guidelines on issuance and endorsement of non-preferential COs. The new requirements include mandatory submission of cost analysis of each product to be exported.

The new requirements will take effect on 1 June 2008. As the new requirements will affect exporters, FMM is organising the above seminar with the aim to update members on the new procedures on issuance of COs, and to highlight the importance of correct declaration of information in COs. The seminar, to be conducted by senior representatives of MITI will cover the following topics:

1.    Revised Procedures for Application of Non-Preferential COs - objectives, Submission of Cost Analysis of Products, Computation of   Cost Analysis, Penalties and Offences for False Declaration

2.    Application Procedures for Preferential COs -  CEPT Form D, ASEAN China FTA Form E, ASEAN China FTA Form E, ASEAN Korean FTA Form AK, Malaysia Japan EPA Form, Malaysia Pakistan Form and GSP Form A

3.    Electronic Preferential CO for National Single Window

Please refer to the attached brochure for details and registration. Closing date for registration is 7 May 2008.

For further enquiries, kindly contact Mr. Farrez Teh or Ms. Cecilia Pang from FMM Sarawak at Tel: 082-332784/787 or e-mail: fmmsrwk@streamyx.com.
 

The ninth annual RISI Asian Pulp and Paper Outlook Conference

The conference will be held as follows:-

Date: 2 - 4 June 2008
Venue: Four Seasons Hotel, Shanghai China
Fee: Early US$1,200 (if registered before 1 May 2008)
US$1,450 (after 1 May 2008)

RISI's expert economists will present their two years forecasts for demand, supply, profitability, investment and trade for each major grade of pulp and paper. There will be series of guest speakers and panel discussions on important issues facing the industry.

The registration fee does not include accommodations, flights and meals (except cocktail receptions on 2 & 3 June and lunch on 3 & 4 June).

For program updates and to register online, please visit www.risiinfo.com/asiaconf.
 

"International Symposium on Tropical Peatland and Workshop on Tropical Peatland"

Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) together with Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MARDI) will jointly organize the "International Symposium on Tropical Peatland (19 - 20 August 2008) and Workshop on Tropical Peatland (21-22 August 2008) at Hilton Kuching. The Post-symposium Tour will be held on 23 August 2008.

This symposium-workshop with the theme "Peatland Development: Wise Use and Impact Management" aims to provide an opportunity to discuss findings and information on tropical peatlands and their wise use with major focus on their important role in the carbon cycle from the the national regional and global perspectives.

Interested participants are invited for oral or poster presentation or as observer in the symposium-workshop. Deadlines for submission of abstract and full paper are on 30 April and 30 June 2008 respectively.

Following is the registration and fees per person:-
- National Participants and ICREPE members :RM500 (before 30/4), RM600 (before 30/6), RM700 (after 1/7)
- Students : RM300 at any dates
- Accompanying family members : RM350 at any dates

Please refer to the attached brochure or for more information, please log on to website: www.frst.unimas.my/iswtp_kch08 or contact the following:-
Prof Dr Wan Sulaiman Wan Harun (whwsulaiman@frst.unimas.my) / Mr Shahril (demshahril@frst.unimas.my)
Tel: 082-581000 / 583138
 

National Conference on Forest Products 2008 [NCFP 2008]

Forest Research Institute Malaysia and Universiti Teknologi Mara will jointly organize the National Conference on Forest Products 2008 [NCFP 2008] "Towards Competitiveness and Sustainability" on the 29 - 31 October 2008, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Those interested are invited to present papers or posters at the Conference. Deadlines for submission are as follows:

1 June 2008         : Submission of abstracts
1 July 2008          : Notification of accepted papers
1 September 2008 : Submission of full papers

Following is the registration fees per persons:-:
Full fee: RM600            
Students: RM350
Group from the same organisation (3 or more) : RM550 per person          

Please refer to the attached brochure or for more information, please log on to website : http://www.frim.gov.my or

The Secretariat
National Conference on Forest Products
(NCFP 2008)
Forest Research Institute Malaysia
Kepong, 52109 Selangor, Malaysia.
(Attn: Dr. Rahim Sudin/ Dr Lim Hin Fui)
Tel: +60-3-6279 7286/7541
Fax: +60-3-6280 4629
E-mail: ncfp2008@frim.gov.my


LIGNA Hannover 2009

Deutsche Messe AG is organising LIGNA Hannover 2009, a world fair exhibition for the forestry and wood industries. Details as below:-

Date: 18 - 22 May 2009
Venue: Hannover Germany
Closing date: 31 May 2008
Cost of Participation:
(1) Fair package (min 20sqm) includes stand building from EUR7,400 (incl VAT)
(2) Raw space (min 20sqm) excludes stand building from EUR 3,400 (incl VAT)

There was a total of 1,832 exhibitors - 56% from outside Germany at LIGNA 2007 and the numbers of visitors increased to 107,000 (95% were trade visitor) from around the world.

Malaysian exhibitors can obtain a 50% Matching Grant on approved cost of participation at all international fairs from MATRADE under the Market Development Grant, which include cost for space rental + stand building, economy class airfare for 1 person, one standard hotel room, shipment of exhibits/samples + promotional materials and advertisement in trade fair publication. You may also claim for a Tax Rebate under the Double Deduction for Promotion of Export by the Inland Revenue Board. Please check with MATRADE for details.

For details and enquiries, please log on to www.ligna.de or www.edaranfas.com or contact the representative for Malaysia:

Mr Kenneth Fong
Trade Fairs Consultant
Edaran Anfas (M) Sdn Bhd
Tel: 03-78032276
e-mail: kennethfong@edaranfas.com