Following a successful rollout in Malaysia and Singapore, GrabSupermarket now arrives in Metro Manila with more countries to follow
MANILA, PHILIPPINES, September 3, 2021 — Grab, the leading everyday superapp in Southeast Asia, today announced the launch of its first online supermarket, GrabSupermarket Fresh, in the Philippines. This is Grab’s third online supermarket in the region, launched on the back of its fast-growing everyday goods delivery service, GrabMart.
GrabSupermarket Fresh brings to consumers a wide array of high-quality, affordably priced fresh produce, sourced directly from reputable farmers and suppliers located across the country such as Pangasinan and Bukidnon. Partners include Teraoka Family Farm, Bukidnon Milk Company, Emerald Fresh, 28 Derby, Tender Bob’s, and Don Bangus. It will also offer a compelling range of plant-based food products to meet the rising alternative protein trend in the Philippines.
To ensure maximum freshness, GrabSupermarket Fresh does not store any fresh produce in its facility. Instead, Grab aggregates and sends all fresh produce orders for the day to partnering farmers and suppliers who will then arrange for the items to be delivered in bulk to Grab’s sorting and packing facility the next day. Orders placed before the 5:00 PM cut-off time will be available for next-day delivery. Upon arrival at Grab’s sorting and packing facility, Grab immediately packs each order, and assigns a delivery-partner to bring fresh produce right to their doorstep at their preferred time.
“GrabSupermarket Fresh is a new format we are launching under GrabMart to meet the fast-growing and evolving grocery needs of Filipino online consumers. As lockdowns continue to impact the flow of goods and fresh produce into Metro Manila, we believe that our latest offering will enable our users to safely and conveniently access farm-fresh produce easily through the Grab app. We will continue to expand and curate the best assortment of fresh produce and goods for our users based on in-app shopping data while prioritizing freshness and quality,” says Grab Philippines Head of Deliveries Anton Bautista.
In Grab’s recent earnings announcement, the company reported that GrabMart’s GMV for Q1 2021 increased by 21% quarter on quarter compared to Q4 2020, and was 36x higher compared to Q1 2020.
To find out more about GrabSupermarket Fresh, you may visit https://www.grab.com/ph/mart/. You may also visit the Grab app today to find the complete list of available products. Stay up to date on the latest promos and deals on GrabSupermarket Fresh and GrabMart by following Grab on Facebook and Instagram.
Kuala Lumpur, 15 September 2021 – Coca-Cola Malaysia is rolling out a ‘Recycle Me’ message on its package labels across all its brands and products in Malaysia designed to remind consumers to help recycle the bottle after they have enjoyed the drink.
“Like most people, we don’t want to see our bottles end up as litter. We are committed to doing more and being part of the solution,” said Adlina Azharuddin, Public Affairs and Communications Franchise Operations Manager Malaysia. “All our bottles and cans are recyclable by design. In addition to driving collection and recycling infrastructure we want to use the power of our brands to encourage more people to help our packages have another life. This means once you have enjoyed the drink, please help collect and recycle the bottle.”
Engaging consumers around the importance of packaging collection and recycling is an essential part of Coca-Cola’s vision to create a World Without Waste, as the company works to reach its zero-waste goal by 2030. In 2018, the company pledged robust World Without Waste goals to help collect and recycle the equivalent of a bottle or can for every one the company sells globally by 2030, to make 100% of its packaging recyclable by 2025 and to use at least 50% recycled material in its packaging by 2030.
The ‘Recycle Me’ initiative is the latest step from Coca-Cola as part of a holistic approach by the company in Malaysia to tackle packaging waste. Over the years, Coca-Cola Malaysia has launched several initiatives to tackle plastic waste:
The company has switched its iconic green Sprite packaging to clear plastic across Malaysia to make the bottles easier to recycle.
Coca-Cola is also partnering with other leading companies in Malaysia under the Malaysian Recycling Alliance (MAREA) with a goal of accelerating packaging collection and recycling in a sustainable way.
“While our company continues to step up its support of packaging collection, recycling infrastructure and partnerships to combat marine debris in Malaysia and across ASEAN, we also understand that one of the most impactful ways our brand can play a role is by using our on-pack labels to highlight a simple ‘Recycle Me’ message,” said Adlina
The ‘Recycle Me’ message is now being rolled out on all the company’s brand and packs in ASEAN and the transition is expected to be completed across the majority of the company’s packaging by the end of the year.
Coca-Cola through its World Without Waste program has been driving consumer awareness around recycling and helping inspire behavior change towards sustained packaging collection and recycling efforts.
Find out more about Coca-Cola’s World Without Waste roadmap and progress here.
The 3rd Online Policy Forum presented by Kaspersky zeroes in on the region’s cyber resources, expertise gap amidst rapid digitalisation
14 September 2021
What are the real needs and goals of Asia Pacific (APAC) countries in cyber capacity building, education, and awareness? Whose role is it to play in ensuring these goals are met – it is necessarily the State to bear this burden?
These are the burning questions addressed during Kaspersky’s APAC Online Policy Forum III with the theme “Greater Cyber-resilience through Cyber Capacity Building”.
The virtual forum was joined by a high-level panel of speakers from the region including:
Craig Jones, INTERPOL Cybercrime Director
Professor Li Yuxiao, Vice President of the Chinese Academy of Cyberspace Studies; and Secretary General of the Cyber Security Association of China
Professor Seungjoo Kim, Professor of the School of Cybersecurity of Korea University; Head of the Department of Cyber Defense of Korea University; and Member of the Presidential Committee on the 4th Industrial Revolution
Chris Connell, Managing Director for Asia Pacific at Kaspersky
A nation’s cyber-resilience abilities are often limited by the know-how of its human resources and the quality of cross border collaboration between the region’s private and public organisations. Thus, the speakers have shed light on the cybersecurity gaps stakeholders in APAC should address urgently to build a safer cyberspace.
“In the Cyber Age, as we experience an accelerated digital transformation, we’re facing security challenges that put a strain on cybersecurity resources. Investing in cyber talent and promoting security awareness and digital education for users are the keys to success in building cyber-resilient digital societies and economies,” says Connell.
Multiple studies released for the past few years have noted the global cybersecurity skills gap, particularly in APAC, primarily driven by the region’s accelerated digitalisation efforts, which does not come free of cybersecurity risks as highlighted by Craig Jones of INTERPOL.
“With the continued rise in cyber threats and cybercriminal activities impacting communities, a new paradigm has emerged for global law enforcement. One of the key challenges that INTERPOL identified are the gaps in law enforcement cyber capabilities and capacity, nationally, regionally and globally. Whilst these remain criminal networks are able to expand their infrastructure and activities. To overcome this challenge, law enforcement must be a trusted partner beyond national borders and sectors. Being collaborative, inclusive and open will help us reduce the gaps, bridging the divides in capabilities and capacity,” adds Jones.
Professor Li Yuxiao, Vice President of the Chinese Academy of Cyberspace Studies, echoes Jones’ points in terms of focusing on the long term and joint building a community with a shared future in cyberspace.
Li also specified that cyber capacity building in APAC should “focus on network infrastructure, be alert to the challenges brought by cyber security, and strengthen the development of personnel training system” as the region continues to harness the power of Industry 4.0.
Driven by the low production costs, extensive industrial base, and greater support from local governments in APAC, the region is ripe to be the center and biggest market for Industry 4.0 in the next five years. Professor Seungjoo Kim, a member of the South Korea’s Presidential Committee on the 4th Industrial Revolution, cited success stories where countries are starting to beef up their cybersecurity policies and regulations alongside their intense drive towards a more connected society.
Kim notes, “As we enter the era of the 4th Revolution, cybersecurity is becoming more important than ever. For example, in the European Union, the regulations on automotive cybersecurity will be mandatory for all new vehicles produced from July 2024. As the importance of cybersecurity spreads across all areas, security experts are forced to have more in-depth domain knowledge than ever before. Now, it’s time for us to think about a more effective workforce development program to train security experts specialized in each industrial sector.”
For Kaspersky’s part, the global cybersecurity company has since been a trusted partner of INTERPOL. In 2019, Kaspersky has extended its cooperation with the law enforcement agency’s fight against cybercriminals by providing human resources support, training, and threat intelligence data on the latest cybercriminal activities.
The company, mindful of the talent gap in the region, has also expanded this year its popular SafeBoard internships program in APAC. Through this program, local candidates from Singapore were able to choose from a variety of technical and non-technical positions and to be exposed in the growing industry of cybersecurity.
UINAH Premium Old Ginger Powder is made with quality grade 10-month-old ginger harvested from the highlands in Sabah. It can be the perfect ingredient for your cooking and baking needs, or to make spiced tea perfect for rainy days. With a dash of ginger powder and spoonful of honey, you can turn ordinary tea into a flavourful, immunity-boosting cup.
Lipton encourages Malaysians to create quality connections with their loved
13 September 2021, Kuala Lumpur – Teh Tarik has always been a staple in Malaysian culture, be it a family gathering around the table, friends catching up on lost time during a mamak session, or simply just someone new you’ve met – every connection grows stronger over a cup of Teh Tarik. However, extended lockdowns throughout the country have put a pause to the regular teh tarik sessions, separating us from not just the cup of smooth milky tea, but with the loved ones we enjoy it with as well. Under the campaign umbrella of ‘Sekuat Rasa Teh, Seerat Ikatan Kasih’, Lipton is calling all Malaysians to celebrate Teh Tarik Day by restoring the quality connections this coming 15th September onwards. Despite the distance, Lipton wants to encourage Malaysians to reconnect again with a unique message straight from your heart on www.liptontehtarikday.com.
Inspired by the way Malaysians from all walks of life are united with their love for Teh Tarik, the world’s leading tea brand has celebrated Teh Tarik Day every year since 2017, with the brand’s focus on enabling quality connections, over a strong cup of tea. As the campaign title depicts, “Sekuat rasa teh, seerat ikatan kasih”, Lipton recognizes that now more than ever, the need to rekindle lost connections and reignite lukewarm relationships. This Teh Tarik Day, Lipton is introducing a platform that enables Malaysians to express themselves to their friends and family in a unique way – all you have to do is to say what you feel and Lipton will personalize it, animate it and make it that much more special, leaving the receiver feeling a deeper connection.
“The pandemic has definitely affected the quantity and quality of time spent together with the precious people in our lives. While we are all doing our part by social distancing for a greater cause, we at Lipton also believe that it’s important to carve out at least 15 minutes to connect and build quality relationships with your loved ones, even if it’s done virtually. We sometimes need more than just words to express ourselves fully, and Malaysians are very well-known to express feelings through actions rather than with spoken words. With this in mind, Lipton has created this campaign not only to encourage action in personalizing a special message for your precious people, but to also redeem a gift for you and your loved one to share more quality moments together.” says Callista Fernandez, SEA Marketing Lead for Tea in ekaterra (a division of Unilever).
Teh Tarik Day would be incomplete without a cup of tea, and Lipton delivers it and more with their Lipton Teh Tarik Day gift sets. Selected pairs of Malaysians who connected through www.liptontehtarikday.com will be surprised with 2 gift sets -one for the sender and one for the recipient of the personalized message to encourage the continuation of quality connections together! The gift set is designed in collaboration with Stickerrific, who weaved little Lipton tea bags and tea leaves into the batik print illustration at the sides of the box. It is paired with a limited edition Lipton mug complete with a variety of Lipton tea, including our very own 3 in 1 Teh Tarik Milk Tea Latte, delivering creamy indulgence in every sip.
Sign up now and personalize a message curated by Lipton to send to your loved
ones!
Step 2: Sit back and relax. Let our team at Lipton start to work on our magic!
Step 3: A unique link will be sent straight to your loved ones via SMS
Step 4: Click on the link and the personalised video message of yours will be
unveiled. The special recipients will have the option to save the personalized
message or share it on social media. Happy connecting!
For more information on the campaign, do follow Lipton’s official social media at
Facebook and Instagram. Lipton’s Lipton Extra Kaw Pot Bags and Lipton Teh Tarik 3-1
can be found in most supermarkets, as well as online on Shopee and Lazada.
Work responsibly with Heineken® 0.0 and grab your share of the 10,000 free 4-can packs right away from www.heineken00drinksmart.com.
KUALA LUMPUR, 13th September 2021 – Now that working from home is the new norm, the hours tend to blur, and we often find ourselves looking for a pick-me-up to get through the day. What if you were able to enjoy a beer while working? #NowYouCan work responsibly while enjoying a cold one with Heineken® 0.0—a refreshing beer, minus the guilt and minus the alcohol.
In line with the brand’s advocacy towards responsible consumption and to refresh your next long day of work, Heineken® is giving away 10,000 units of Heineken® 0.0 4-can packs, redeemable today onwards. To kick-start your Work Smart, Drink Smart routine with Heineken® 0.0, all you have to do is sign up at www.heineken00drinksmart.com. As you drag the Heineken® 0.0 can into the calendar within the site, a redemption form will pop up and voila, your FREE 4-can pack of Heineken® 0.0 will be making its way to your doorstep.
“Our days are often filled with back-to-back meetings and long checklists to complete. There are times we can’t even pause to take a break. We hear you, hence we are giving away 10,000 FREE 4-can packs of Heineken® 0.0 for you to enjoy while you work. Gone are the days where you can’t have a beer while working, when you can now Work Smart and Drink Smart with Heineken® 0.0,” said Pablo Chabot, Marketing Director of Heineken Malaysia Berhad.
The free 4-can packs of Heineken® 0.0 are available on a first come, first served basis and subject to eligibility. Only one redemption per person is allowed, while stocks last.
If you miss out on the free packs of Heineken® 0.0 being given away, you can purchase them from the Drinkies app (available on both iOS and android) or www.drinkies.my. Be sure to stock-up your fridge with Heineken® 0.0 and virtually toast with colleagues during your upcoming meetings!
Heineken® 0.0 and all promotions and giveaways are for non-Muslims aged 21 and above only. For more information and updates, log on to www.heineken00drinksmart.com or follow Heineken® on Instagram (@HeinekenMY) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/HeinekenMYS/). Heineken® advocates responsible consumption, do not drink and drive.
Shairul typically travels around six different areas to deliver hundreds of parcels each day to Malaysians eagerly waiting at home for their orders to arrive
It is without a doubt that eCommerce has rapidly accelerated over the past year, especially so during the pandemic. Online shopping is now a lifestyle norm as Malaysians have become increasingly reliant on eCommerce platforms to purchase their daily necessities, such as groceries, electronics and more.
As a result, the rapid growth of the eCommerce industry has increased the demand for fast and reliable delivery, with buyers wanting to receive their purchases as soon as possible after placing their orders. To keep up with the increasing demand, logistics play a vital part in the eCommerce value chain, not only ensuring that customers have a high-quality online shopping experience, but also helping merchants in becoming more competitive as well.
While we often hear about our medical frontliners called out as heroes of the pandemic – and rightly so because they are in direct contact with patients, risking their lives to care and provide for the sick during this time, few are aware of the enormous impact and contribution that our delivery frontliners have made for the community, allowing us to remain at home and safe. The ones that go out every day facing the risks of the pandemic, rain or shine, to ensure that Malaysians obtain their daily essentials in a safe and secure manner during this crucial time are these individuals.
One such logistics frontliner is Shairul Rizal, a delivery driver who is always on the road delivering packages no matter the weather. Putting the safety of the nation before his own especially during the pandemic, the 47-year-old travels around six different areas to deliver hundreds of parcels each day to Malaysians eagerly waiting at home for their orders to arrive.
“My workday begins in the morning where a lorry brings in the first load of parcels scheduled for delivery until noon. Then at 1PM, a second lorry brings in the next wave of items to be delivered until 7PM,” he explained. “During mega campaigns like the Lazada 9.9 Biggest Brands Sale, my time on the road can go beyond 12 hours due to the surge in orders during this period. Although that means working more than usual, I feel motivated and look forward to campaign periods as it means I get rewarded with more commission to treat my family!”
As a father of four, Shairul is very cautious when making his delivery rounds and does what he can to minimize contact with others. “To protect my family from the virus, I take the necessary precautions such as double masking and sanitizing my hands and vehicle frequently. I am thankful for the zero-contact delivery procedures rolled out when the pandemic hit along with the necessary health and safety protocols implemented at my workplace. I felt very relieved and am able to continue working with a peace of mind,” he said.
Despite the risks and laborious nature of his job, Shairul enjoys the work as he feels like he is making a difference to the community. “While the pandemic has affected many people both financially and mentally, customers still feel excited when their parcels are delivered. I feel blessed that my job allows me to put a smile on their faces with each delivery,” he added.
Azmi oversees the entire logistics and delivery process at the hub and usually wraps up his day between 9PM to 11PM.
Another logistics frontliner, 47-year-old Azmi Othman, who is currently the Hub Manager at the biggest logistics hub in the country under Lazada Malaysia – the Petaling Jaya Hub, has worked in logistics for three decades and now manages a team of about 150 people. His role involves plenty of communication and planning to ensure that all operations at the hub run smoothly. “But my main job is to make sure my team can work safely, and customers can get their parcels securely,” he said.
“There’s no typical workday in this line of work. Every day is different,” commented Azmi. Overseeing the entire logistics and delivery process at the hub from first-mile; which involves collecting the products from the sellers, to the sortation process and distribution of parcels to the team of riders and drivers, as well as customer service, Azmi normally wraps up his day between 9PM to 11PM, and occasionally returns home around 2AM during busy periods.
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Even with his demanding work schedule, Azmi enjoys what he does and is an exemplary team leader who more than anything prioritises the growth and development of his team. “These people are my heart and soul and I really appreciate them as they perform their duties in the hot sun, heavy rain, and floods in order to deliver parcels safely into the customers’ hands, with high level of professionalism. Hence, I do everything within my control to motivate and nurture my team as it brings me joy to see them reach their maximum potential and achieve their dreams.”
Azmi is currently transitioning into his new role as Territory Manager, where he will be handling five hubs in Klang Valley, in addition to eight multi-functional hubs nationwide as part of a new project. In preparation, he has been travelling non-stop to different hubs across the country to meet and get to know the respective teams. While this meant possibly longer work hours and a heavier workload, he is excited and optimistic about what is to come. “I have always loved my job because I love the challenges that come with it. Hence, I look forward to walking into uncharted territory as new and exciting responsibilities await me.”
While the pandemic is still ongoing, logistics frontliners continue to work tirelessly to ensure parcels are delivered to our doorsteps as we continue to stay safe and shop from home. It is important that companies such as Lazada are continuously enhancing the workplace and implementing necessary and strict safety protocols such as daily sanitation of the warehouses and hubs, along with contactless deliveries to provide protection and assurance to these dedicated frontliners during the pandemic. With their hard work and commitment, they truly are the unsung heroes of these unprecedented times.
Yili has launched the new Joyday Boba Milk Tea in Indonesia. The latest ice cream by PT Green Asia Food Indonesia, a unit of the Chinese dairy giant Yili, contains boba pearls and red sugar (gula merah). Joyday Boba Milk Tea ice cream is another boba ice cream in a stick, which has proven popular in the region.
Yili has the Taste of Thailand series featuring Thai Tea ice cream, King Durian and Cool Tropicana (cendol and nangka).
Tyson Foods has launched its plant-based products in Singapore under the First Pride range. The plant-based snacks are said to be tasty and they are wholesome, free from trans-fat and MSG. The First Pride plant-based produts cover frozen Bites, Nuggets and Strips.
The innovations are halal certified by JAKIM and made with regionally sourced ingredients including bamboo fibre, soy protein and wheat protein.
They are now available at Fairprice outlets islandwide.
Tyson Foods has earlier launched plant-based meat in Malaysia and Thailand.
The shopping centre preserves communal spirit by integrating efforts to support tenants and helping families in need
Kuala Lumpur, September 9, 2021 – In conjunction with the national day celebrations, IPC Shopping Centre unites the community to support families impacted by the pandemic through the Happiness to Homes campaign. In partnership with HOPE Worldwide Malaysia, this crowdfunding initiative encourages a collaborative spirit among tenants and the community to provide groceries, home essentials, and school supplies to 150 B40 families within the Klang Valley. To further spread the cheer, IPC Shopping Centre will also be celebrating its tenants and shoppers through the Citer-Citer IPC (Stories of IPC) initiative with exclusive sales and resilient tales of retailers in the Centre.
Staying true to its communal spirit, the neighbourhood shopping centre has adopted that Happiness to Homes campaign to commemorate this year’s Merdeka and Malaysia Day celebrations with the aim to demonstrate its commitment in creating a better everyday life for all, even those within the underprivileged communities. With that, IPC Shopping Centre joined hands with its tenants, Ben’s Independent Grocers, Harvey Norman, AEON Wellness, and Popular Bookstore to put together seven varieties of home essential kits which includes:
Food package for families of 2 to 5 at RM63.05 consisting of rice, cooking oil, chocolate malt drink, eggs, multipurpose flour, onions, and potatoes (Actual value: RM79.62)
Food package for families of 6 and above at RM111.65 consisting of rice, cooking oil, chocolate malt drink, eggs, bread, multipurpose flour, milk powder, assorted biscuits, onions, potatoes (Actual value: RM140.90)
Philips 1.5L electric kettle at RM110.00 (Actual value: RM168.00)
Khind gas stove at RM70.00 (Actual value: RM101.00)
Khind 1.8L rice cooker at RM100.00 (Actual value: RM138.00)
Rechargeable & portable disinfectant spray machine with 1 liter of disinfect solution at RM159.00 (Actual value: RM238.00)
School supplies package for 1 student at RM100.00 consisting of line and square exercise books, glue sticks, 2B pencils, ball pens, earphones, pencil case, watercolor pencils, non-woven bag (Actual value: RM136.80)
Members of the public can make their contribution to the cause by selecting their desired help package listed on the Happiness to Homes microsite. All proceeds will be channelled directly to HOPE Worldwide Malaysia and is eligible for tax exemption. At the end of the campaign, all items will be purchased from participating tenants at a special rate and distributed directly to the selected families.
Mark Tan, Marketing Manager of IPC Shopping Centre said, “This year’s National Day themed ‘Malaysia Prihatin’ celebrates the true Malaysian Spirit. It honours all who have come together to help those who are confronted by the hardships of the pandemic, be it individuals, families, or even businesses. At IPC, we stand together with our fellow Malaysians in supporting those around us. The past year has not been the kindest to our tenants as many had to cease physical operations due to government orders. However, each of them continue to strive in adversity and even placed the community above themselves. Their embodiment of the Malaysian Spirit inspired us to introduce Citer-Citer IPC to share the stories of our tenants as Malaysian businesses for the Malaysian community. We hope that these stories that will be featured on our digital channels will speak to audiences on a personal level and drive them to support these businesses.”
“To make an impact is a community effort. As we continue to serve our tenants and shoppers, we hope to create meaningful memories together by reaching out to the wider community in the Klang Valley. Through the Happiness to Homes campaign, we to bring a glimpse of hope to the homes of those in need,” he added.
To further celebrate the collaborative spirit, IPC is also extending the happiness to tenants and shoppers through the Citer-Citer IPCSales, rewarding shoppers with a RM10 Merdeka E-Voucher for every RM200 spent within any 2 receipts from now up till 3rd October 2021. More information on the offerings can be found at https://ipc.com.my/citer-citer.
IPC Shopping Centre’s Happiness to Homes campaign will also be running from 16th September until 3rd October 2021. For more information or to contribute, please visit https://ipchappinesstohomes.com*.
* Happiness to Homes microsite will be made available to the public from 16 September 2021 onwards
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