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2024 OCTOBER - DECEMBER ISSUE 17

SUSTAINABILITY

SPOTLIGHTS

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

19 December
Northport Receives Certificate of Appreciation for Tourism and
Cultural Sector by MBDK
Northport was honored with a Certificate of Appreciation from the
Klang Royal City Council (MBDK) for its support in promoting tourism
and cultural heritage in Klang. The certificate was presented during
the launch of the MBDK Tourism Calendar Programme and the Hop
On Hop Off Bus Klang initiative. The event, officiated by the Mayor
of Klang, YBhg. Dato' Abd. Hamid Hussain, brought together various
government and private agencies, acknowledging their contributions
to the development of Klang’s tourism sector.
23-24 November
Northport Organises Examination Preparation Programme for SPM
Students
28 November The programme saw the participation of Northport’s employees’
Members of MMC Ports Stand United with Cancer Fights children and students from nearby schools, namely Sekolah Menengah
In a gesture of solidarity, Members of MMC Ports, including PTP and Kebangsaan (SMK) Bandar Baru Sultan Suleiman and SMK Rantau
Johor Port, along with other companies under the MMC Group, joined Panjang. The two-day programme featured impactful activities to
forces to support the Tunku Laksamana Johor Cancer Foundation enhance students' readiness for their examinations including focused
(TLJCF) Charity Dinner 2024. The event, themed ‘A Night for Fighters’, sessions on question-answering techniques for subjects such as
was held at the Sunway Big Box Banquet Hall, Sunway City, Iskandar Mathematics, Additional Mathematics and History. A parenting
Puteri, Johor, and brought together guests who donned Batik attires to motivation session was also conducted to encourage a supportive
symbolise unity and cultural pride. The evening was a celebration of learning environment at home.
the spirit of solidarity and hope, as the MMC companies demonstrated
their commitment to supporting disadvantaged communities. By taking
up a Gold Package sponsorship, they helped raise funds for cancer
treatments, conveying a powerful message of empowerment: “There
is hope; you are not alone.” The event was graced by the presence
of DYMM Seri Paduka Baginda Raja Permaisuri Agong, Raja Zarith
Sofiah Almarhum Sultan Idris Shah, who presented the Certificate of
Appreciation to Md Derick Basir, CEO of Johor Port, on behalf of the
MMC Group.

23 December
Tanjung Bruas Port Prihatin: Coming Together to Help Flood
Affected Families 7 November
Tanjung Bruas Port extended a helping hand to families affected by the Northport Educates Local School Children on Environmental
recent floods under its Tanjung Bruas Port Prihatin programme, with Stewardship Through Deepavali CSR Programme
the organisation providing food supplies worth RM150 each for ten Northport organised a CSR initiative in conjunction with the Deepavali
affected families. The relief packages included essential items such as celebration. For this programme, students and teachers from Sekolah
rice, cooking oil, canned products, and other daily necessities, aiming Kebangsaan (SK) St Anne’s Convent, Port Klang, were invited to the port
to ease their burden and bring some comfort during this difficult time. to learn and experience Northport’s sustainability initiatives including
This initiative reflects its commitment to support the local communities Northport’s ‘Circle of Life’ project, which featured a demonstration
as and when required. Through "TBP Prihatin", we hope to make a of the hydroponic farming system within the port premises. Through
positive impact and foster a spirit of care, solidarity, and togetherness hands-on activities, students gained practical experience in sustainable
between the organisation and local communities. agriculture, fostering environmental stewardship among the younger
generation.
24 October
Johor Port Extends Aid to Family Battling Illness and Financial
Challenges Through Wakalah Fund
Johor Port has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting those in need
by providing assistance to Norazifa Othman, a courageous mother
battling cervical cancer while caring for her 5-year-old son with cerebral
palsy, along with her dedicated husband, who works as a delivery
runner to support the family. Norazifa and her family, residents of PPR
in Taman Perling, Johor, received essential items such as diapers, milk
powder and a box of groceries, made possible through the Johor Port
Wakalah Fund.
19 December 19 October
SPT Services Partners Up For An industrial Placement White Cane Day and World Sight Day 2024 - A Step Towards Greater
SPT Services has successfully collaborated with Petronas Refinery & Awareness
Petrochemical Corporation Sdn Bhd (PRPC) to assist in the Industrial Penang Port collaborated with St. Nicholas' Home Penang to support
Placement for the Biasiswa Orang Muda Johor (BOMJ) Students the visually impaired community. The port’s volunteer team took part
Programme, aiding the professional growth of BOMJ students. This in a blindfolded walk, gaining insights into the challenges of people
event involved an operations briefing, a Q&A session, and a port tour at affected by visual impairments while having the privilege of assisting
the Solid Product Jetty, providing students with engaging and valuable those affected. The port also celebrated World Sight Day by offering
insights into facility operations. free medical and eye check-ups to all participants and volunteers at
Gurney Paragon, serving as a powerful reminder of the importance of
eye care.