The Height of
Innovative Culture
Breaking Limitations, Exploring The Impossible
We play a key role in identifying and exploring opportunities in two key areas - the emerging mobility solutions and sustainable innovations, while staying true to our continued efforts to develop in-house capabilities and inculcating a culture of innovation and high-performance.
About Us
Otomobil Sejahtera (OSSB)
OSSB was founded in 1985 and is currently the only authorized Approved Permit holder for the import of Complete Built-Up (CBU) Toyota and Lexus vehicles into Malaysia. Backed by its long-standing experience in the automotive industry, OSSB operates a 1S Toyota showroom and dealership in Seri Kembangan and is currently working on expanding its business model.
UMW Innovation and R&D Centre Sdn Bhd (UIRDC)
UIRDC is the hub and headquarters for innovation, research and development for Sime UMW. Driven by the division’s vision of creating in-house, premium products and processes, UIRDC plays a critical role in navigating Sime UMW towards achieving value creation, and an even more vital role in accelerating the manufacture of innovative products and processes. The company’s current focus is on the development of sustainable innovation, nurturing in-house capabilities and in transforming high-potential ideas into tangible, innovative products and services, while at the same time establishing strategic collaborations with government agencies, universities, research centres and other stakeholders.
Incubation & Go-To-Market
The establishment of the Incubation & Go-To-Market department was founded on the goal and idea of providing Sime UMW with competitive returns and sustainable growth. This department formulates and executes action plans in introducing new products and services to existing and new markets, using its expertise to expand the company’s reach, with a focus on green products and solutions.
OSSB was founded in 1985 and is currently the only authorized Approved Permit holder for the import of Complete Built-Up (CBU) Toyota and Lexus vehicles into Malaysia. Backed by its long-standing experience in the automotive industry, OSSB operates a 1S Toyota showroom and dealership in Seri Kembangan and is currently working on expanding its business model.
UMW Innovation and R&D Centre Sdn Bhd (UIRDC)
UIRDC is the hub and headquarters for innovation, research and development for Sime UMW. Driven by the division’s vision of creating in-house, premium products and processes, UIRDC plays a critical role in navigating Sime UMW towards achieving value creation, and an even more vital role in accelerating the manufacture of innovative products and processes. The company’s current focus is on the development of sustainable innovation, nurturing in-house capabilities and in transforming high-potential ideas into tangible, innovative products and services, while at the same time establishing strategic collaborations with government agencies, universities, research centres and other stakeholders.
Incubation & Go-To-Market
The establishment of the Incubation & Go-To-Market department was founded on the goal and idea of providing Sime UMW with competitive returns and sustainable growth. This department formulates and executes action plans in introducing new products and services to existing and new markets, using its expertise to expand the company’s reach, with a focus on green products and solutions.
