19 Dec 2024
TM, PETRONAS AND GENTARI PARTNER TO DRIVE DIGITAL AND SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION FOR INDUSTRY AND NATION BUILDING
KUALA LUMPUR, 19 DECEMBER 2024 – TM has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with PETRONAS through its digital arm PETRONAS Digital Sdn Bhd (PDSB), and clean energy arm Gentari Sdn Bhd (Gentari), to drive digital transformation and sustainable innovation for industries and the nation.
Under this collaboration, TM and PETRONAS will explore new revenue streams through the expansion of product offerings to enterprise and consumer markets, and drive growth and innovation through data centre, advanced cloud and connectivity for Malaysian businesses. The integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and Internet of Things (IoT)-based solutions is expected to optimise city services, improve operational efficiency, and enhance public services, contributing to a smarter and more sustainable future.
The MoU was exchanged between Megawati Norhashim, Vice President, Enterprise Business, TM One; Ts. Shaharuddin Hamid Mustapha, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), PDSB; and Shah Yang Razalli, Deputy CEO & Chief Green Mobility Officer, Gentari; The exchange was witnessed by Shazurawati Abd Karim, Executive Vice President for TM One on behalf of TM; Ir. Mohd Yusri Mohamed Yusof, Senior Vice President, Project Delivery & Technology; and Izwan Ismail, Vice President of Group Technology & Commercialisation on behalf of PETRONAS and Gentari.
Shazurawati said, “We are pleased to partner with PETRONAS to drive digital and sustainable innovations that will empower growth, industry advancements, and Malaysia's technological capabilities. TM’s established nationwide infrastructure and diverse solutions, aligning with PETRONAS’ goals for energy transformation. By harnessing the power of 5G, cloud, AI, and IoT, we are laying the groundwork for a more efficient and resilient future. This reflects our shared vision for a digitally advanced and sustainable Malaysia, a pivotal commitment in TM’s efforts to become a Digital Powerhouse by 2030.”
Ir. Yusri noted, “Today marks a significant milestone in PETRONAS’ and TM’s collaboration, now further strengthened and poised for an even greater impact with Gentari on board. This MoU will foster the creation of valuable applications that harness the power of technology including clean technologies, which can serve as benchmarks for large-scale implementation across various industries. Anchored by PETRONAS’ commitment towards purposeful value creation and positive social impact, we are excited for the transformations ahead. Together, we aim to push the envelope of establishing a thriving digital ecosystem that is also environmentally sustainable."
The partnership between Gentari and TM further explores the integration of clean energy solutions through solar and EV charging in TM facilities.
Shah shared, “We are pleased to support this collaboration, which emphasises the role of clean energy in fostering Malaysia’s progress in digitalisation and sustainability. By integrating renewable energy and green mobility solutions into TM’s operations, we aim to contribute a sustainable pathway towards the nation’s energy transition. This collaboration underscores our shared effort to create a more sustainable digital ecosystem and supports Malaysia’s aspirations of achieving net zero emissions by 2050.”
TM, PETRONAS and Gentari will continue to set new standards in the industry by harnessing cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices to create new milestones in Malaysia’s digital transformation.
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