Uniherbal Launches Spectacular Spartan

Uniherbal Sdn. Bhd, subsidiary of Ipmuda Bhd which has been appointed by Provitz Biotech Sdn. Bhd, has officially launched the new SPARTAN and HERBAVESCENT, a made-in Malaysia 100% natural herbal formulations to improve men's strength, virility, endurance, masculinity and general health.
Uniherbal's new flagship herbal products, Spartan (in the form of capsule) and Herbavescent (in the form of effervescent) are produced by high technology from Poland and Germany, is accredited with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) facility worth RM 35 million in Raub, Pahang.
Launching the new Spartan and Herbavescent product into Malaysian market at Kuala Lumpur recently, Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Dato' Seri Jamaludin bin Dato' Mohd Jarjis, said that, government is stepping up its effort to spearhead the country towards becoming a world class producer of herbal products through new method and biotechnology from Malaysia's vast biodiversity.
Heeding the call from government, Technology Park Malaysia Corporation Sdn. Bhd, through its wholly owned subsidiary, TPM Biotech Sdn. Bhd has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Herbavescent Sdn. Bhd (a joint-venture company between Ipmuda Bhd and Provitz Biotech Sdn. Bhd) to collaborate in product development, contract manufacturing and commercialization of nutraceutical herbal products.
At this juncture, the worldwide consumer demand for herbal formulations are gaining popularity and according to World Bank projections, global herbal businesses is transacted at an estimated US$200 billion in 2008 and will surge to a dramatic US$ 5 billion in 2050. Looking at such a favourable figure, Provitz Biotech Director, Mr. Probhat Malakar, said that the company is able to rake in sales up to RM 70 million this year and they are focusing their business activity in Turkey and rest of Europe, the United States and in India.
Spartan capsule ( contains tongkat ali, ubi jaga, horny goat's, radix morindae officinalis, panax ginseng and golden root extracts) which has been claimed to last 48 hours and more powerful than Tongkat Ali and Viagra by Executive Chairman of Ipmuda Berhad, Y. Bhg Tan Sri Abu Sahid Mohamed, is retailed at RM 80-RM 88, and Herbavescent an effervescent tablet is retailed at RM 30-RM 40.

Hitachi is making New Waves in Virtual Tape Library

In the face of inefficient faulty backup operation due to slow process of writing large amounts of data to tape, and customers are faced with high costs associated with keeping vast amounts of data available on their storage systems, Hitachi Data Systems Sdn. Bhd has launched 3 new suites of Virtual Tape Library (VTL) Appliances (Model 500M, 1000L and 1000E), which will retail at an estimated price between RM 0.5 million and RM 2 million locally in March 2008.

The new Hitachi Virtual Tape Library is to fulfill the needs of improvement on data physical storage, greater backup reliability operations, reduce backup window with de-duplication technology and lastly, reducing energy consumption, improvement on cooling system, and usage space by 25% and these 3 new suites are suitable for mid sized businessses and large enterprises.

Hitachi Data System Sdn. Bhd, Managing Director, Mr. Johnson Khoo, believed that the new VTLs is able to operate faster than other VTLs brand locally, due to its implementation of coded chipset.

According to sources from forecast and analysis on world wide VTL, IDC predicts the global market of VTL will double in value between 2006 and 2011, and able to reach US$ 1.3 billion by 2011. Looking at this figure, Mr. Khoo believed that his company's target of being able to sell 4-6 units of VTLs to government and banking sector next year is reasonable but he would be pleased if they are able sell 4-6 units this year, as Hitachi Data Systems Corporation has been positioned by Gartner, Inc. in the "Leaders" Quadrant for Midrange Enterprise Disk Arrays recently.

Elegant ELANTRA

Oriental-Hyundai Sdn Bhd, a strong Hyundai vehicle marketing arm, has launched its new exciting, unique, stylish and refreshing look, the all new 2008 Elantra recently at its new Hyundai 3S Branch in Puchong.

The new Elantra is equipped with Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) technology with a Double Overhead Cam (DOHC) engine to churn out a maximum power output of 145hp PS and 19.0 kg-m torque. Well equipped with an advanced automatic transmission with grade logic and utilising VFS (Variable Force Solenoid) technology, the new Elantra delivers an improvement of fuel efficiency 14.08 km/litre on highway.

This new 2-litre model has ' Tilt and Telescopic' features in its steering technology, enables motorist to shift the steering wheel control 'forward and backward' steadily, and, the steering system is also powered by Electronically Controlled Motor Driven Power Steering, to eliminates Hydraulic System and Vibrations associated with standard steering wheel, in order to, improve on fuel efficiency.

This superb road handling new Elantra is designed to meet and exceed international safety standards, for example, in the US NHTSA crash test, it delivers a perfect 5 stars score for driver and passenger safety in Frontal Crash Test. The new Elantra which has created a strong appeal to new generation of Malaysian motorists who are looking for a smart buy in its segment will certainly fall for its on-the-road (inclusive insurance) price, retailed at reasonably cheap RM 93,888 with 3 variant colours, that comes with driver and passenger airbag, ABS, EBD and Disk Brakes for all wheels.

Magic:The Gathering "Battle of Wits & Strategems"

Kuala Lumpur is given the honour to be chosen by Wizards of the Coast as the first country in Asia outside Japan to host the opening leg of five round Pro Tour series of Magic :The Gathering.

Magic : The Gathering is a collectible card game played by two or more players to 'battle out' in the world of Lorwyn, as each player has to use his 'wits and strategies' to outwit his opponents by reducing opponent's life total 'mana' points to zero. Playing Magic requires a great deal of skill and it always evolve, as new expansions of new cards and new mechanics on how the game is played are released every few months. Malaysia's top rank player, Mr. Terry Soh, who has been playing Magic for 4 years, earns around RM170,000 of total prize money, believes that each and every player has to play more often in order to gain experience and by playing Magic : The Gathering through online, will certainly improve one's skill.

Magic: The Gathering is created by a mathematics proffesor, Richard Garfield and it is introduced in 1993 by Wizards of the Coast, a subsidiary of Hasbro Toy. Today the card game is played by over 6 million players in more than 75 countries, published in 9 languages and has been ranked "Top 100 Games of All Time" by Toy Industry Association. As for this Kuala Lumpur Magic Pro Tour Series is participated by 300 world class players from 41 countries, including Malaysia who will compete for honour in the US$230,000 tournament and the winner of the tournament is Jon Finkel, who walks home a cool US$40,000.

EZBUS Revolutionises Bus Ticketing System

Axcess My Ticket Hub Sdn Bhd has launched its latest AXCESS EZBUS system (EZBUS) - a one stop bus online ticketing system in Kuala Lumpur, the first of its kind in South East Asia. The EZBUS system is set to be fully operational in May this year, to provide an intercity bus transportation ticketing system as a sense of convenience to purchase tickets with ease, for all bus commuters in the nation.

Speaking to reporters at press conference, Miss Salinar Jaafar, Executive Director of Axcess My Ticket Hub, said " We will extend the services of EZBUS system throughout country and, after a smooth transition period towards full usage of EZBUS solution, we will have a full coverage of nation's ticketing system that adds value to the purchasing chain and set the future bus transport system into full intergration for convenience of everyone"

EZBUS Ticketing System enables bus commuters to purchase tickets easily through phone lines, internet access, appointed agents, ticket counter located at major bus terminals and ticketing kiosk or outlet at tertiary campus. The system also provide travellers to check bus schedules online, intercity bus availability and connectivity, and in other sense, it saves time for commuters to travel without much hassle.
With the implementation of EZBUS System,YBhg Datuk Markiman Kobiran, Chairman of Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board, believes that this revolutionise system will definitely reduce number of cars on highway, thus, cut down road fatalities, reduce fuel consumption and provide another key factor to improve tourism industry.

Accent is Eye Catching

Hyundai Malaysia has launched its latest 1.4-litre and 1.6-litre all new Hyundai Accent 2008 model at Kuala Lumpur recently, with an intention of targeting new generation of smart, progressive and vibrant Malaysian motorists. The new 1.6 litre model is equipped with Continuous Variable Valve Timing (CVVT), which provide its (DOHC) engine maximum horsepower of 112PS, while its 1.4 litre model is also equipped with DOHC engine can manage a maximum horsepower of 95PS. The 1.6 litre automatic transmission new Accent is tagged at RM 73,888, has a fuel efficiency of maximum 14.1 km/litre, while the 1.4 litre manual transmission model, which is priced at RM 68,888, provide a fuel efficiency of 16.1 km/litre.

As an addition to its list of accolades, the new Accent has delivered perfect score of 5 stars for both driver & passenger safety after it undergone the stringent US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests.

Great View from LG "Viewty"

LG Malaysia has unveiled the all new KU990 Viewty in Kuala Lumpur recently. This 3G mobile phone is packed with high quality camera features in order to capture high definition photos with 5 megapixel camera lens certified by Schneide-Kreuznach and it also enables its user to edit photo on a large crystal clear 3-inch display just like a professional photograher.
Other special features of KU990 Viewty, are, auto focus and faces identification technology, Ultra High Speed (120 frames recording per second) for high speed video recording and, lastly equipped with ISO 800+ Smartlight to enable users to take a clear photo in a dark environment.

The new LG Viewty complements with HSDPA (3.6Mbps, EDGE), USB (2.0 High Speed) and PictBridge in data connectivity, is retailed at Rm 2099, has set its eyes on customers who possess a lifestyle of trendsetters.

Grand Livina is for Everyone

All-New Nissan Grand Livina a mid-sized 7-seater Multi Purpose Vehicle (MPV), that provides a sedan-like standard of drivability, comfort and superb road handling, has once again created another milestone in automobile industry. Comfortably with it's communication tagline, " Drives Like A Sedan, Fits Like An MPV ", the Grand Livina comes with new weight-saving all aluminium gasoline engines for 1.6-litre model (HR16DE) and 1.8-litre model (MR18DE). The 1.8-litre Grand Livina is equipped with Nissan's Continuously Variable-valve Timing Control (CVTC) technology to deliver a favourable fuel efficiency of 1 litre/15.4 km.


The engines of 1.6-litre and 1.8-litre new Grand Livina have implemented Drive-By-Wire (DBW) technology, in order to increase its fuel efficiency, driving accuracy and swift handling response level, are also equipped with high air-intake positioned above the grill, thus, enabling the vehicle to go through flooded roads as high as the level of the tyres.



The new Grand Livina will be offered in 3 variant colours, with a choice of two engine specifications, 1.6 model ( manual or automatic transmissions) and 1.8 model (automatic transmissions only). On-the-road price is reasonably ranged from Rm82,800 to Rm 95,300 and comes with a 3-year or 100,000 km (whichever comes first) warranty.

PHILLIPS REALLY "BLENDS" WELL

Phillips Malaysia has recently launched its new generation of Blenders powered by 750w engine for 2 litre capacity to provide a superior blending, cutting and crushing.
This new generation blender is powerfully help by a 5 detachable "anodised aluminium" blade and a multi speed functions to enhance its cutting, crushing and blending, from fruits and vegetalbles to ice cubes easily and convincingly.

HONDA STREAM is Streaming Up

Honda Malaysia has unveiled its latest second generation sporty 7-seater (Multi Purpose Vehicle) All- New Honda Stream recently at Kuala Lumpur.

The new Honda Stream is 10 kg lighter than its predecessor with a kerb weight of 1,385kg to complement Drive-By-Wire (DBW) system that delivers the purest driving experience, optimum throttle valve control, reduce pumping losses and allow great energy efficiencies and fuel savings. It is well-equipped with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD), two-front airbags, side impact door beams, a tough G-Force Control body shell with crumple zones, and is easily powered by a single overhead camshafts (SOHC) 1.8 litre 140 ps i-VTEC engine to enable drivers to manage various road conditions confidently.

The All-New Honda Stream is available in 4 variant colours with on-the-road price at RM149,800 inclusive of insurance

TWO THUMBS TO PAVILION - WORLD CLASS SHOPPING CENTRE

PAVILION KUALA LUMPUR - A 3billion ringgit Malaysia's iconic world-class retail landmark, designated as a tourism asset, art and culture hub was officially launched by the Prime Minister of Malaysia, YAB Dato' Seri Abdullah Bin Haji Ahmad Badawi, recently at Bintang Circle.
Speaking to media at its official launching, its Chairman of Urusharta Cemerlang Sdn. Bhd, Tan Sri Dato' Zainol bin Mahmood said that Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, which has 7 retail floors, house a total number of 450 retail outlets in a land size of 12.6 acres, has created more than 7000 employments and convincingly generate its growth in visitors traffic by 83% in just over two months.
Tan Sri Dato' Zainol also added that Pavilion KL as the "Gold In The Golden Triangle" will serve as pivotal retail and tourism link, as it has chalked up another accolade to its list by being awarded as the "Most Magical Mall Award" in the "Best Decorated Mall" contest organised by Ministry of Tourism Malaysia recently.

Emirates is set to Enhance its Service Products

Emirates has taken its painstaking effort to satisfy its customers' needs and comfort by launching its new "in- flight service products" at its latest event at Saffron Mediterranean.

FTEC - TecAsia first IT-Concept Store in KL

FTEC Malaysia has launched its first Kuala Lumpur "IT- Concept Store" at 4th floor, Plaza Low Yat recently.

New Toyota Rush on the Move

UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd has launched its new Toyota Rush 2008 recently at its Subang Showroom. This new model is available in three variants, powered by a 1.5- litre 4 - cylinder 16- valve DOHC petrol engine with VVT-i engine ( which delivers up to 109 ps of power at 6,000 rpm and peak toque of 141 Nm at 4,400 rpm) and with on-the-road price range from RM 85,000 to RM 95,000. Conceived as an Urban SUV for Rugged-Active Lifestyles, the new Rush is an imported model built typically to complement Toyata high quality standards.

Over the last two years, UMW Motor has a total of 89 branches and dealers nationwide and will continue its effort to upgrade its 1S facilities and will add more 3S facilities in continuing its effort to meet customers satisfaction.