KUALA LUMPUR: Scania Malaysia delivered the first Scania ADR New Truck Generation (NTG) in Sarawak to Jospun Jaya Sdn. Bhd. (Jospun Jaya).
The Scania P410A6X2NA NTG comes with a host of ADR safety features. It is equipped with Scania's technologically advanced Electronic Braking System (EBS), Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), and is complemented with Scania Retarder in assuring safety for the delivery of flammable liquid (FL) cargo.
This ADR specification NTG comes with Repair & Maintenance (R&M) Contract, Scania Fleet Management System (FMS) Control 10, 24/7 Scania Assistance, and supported by Scania Hire Purchase.
The trucks' designated driver with three back-ups are highly trained in ADR certification in sync with safety features that the Scania NTG offers. The steering airbag provides added safety to drivers in the event of an emergency.
The chassis fulfils the requirements for vehicle type FL. The following equipment is included: speed limiter, heat cover over exhaust systems, controls on the instrument panel and tail lamp protection and insulated ADR electrical system.
There is also an electric on and off button for the battery master switch on the instrument panel and on the chassis with built-in safety function so that the button cannot be pressed by mistake.
Two steps are required to activate this function and will disconnect the current to the whole vehicle, except the alarm system.
"Being the first to invest in a Scania ADR NTG in Sarawak spells a leadership move. Our Scania ADR trucks are presently being widely used in Malaysia and Jospun Jaya's Scania ADR truck will now set the safety standard requirements for the transportation of hazardous goods in Sarawak.
"We believe this will boost Jospun Jaya's journey in achieving long-term success in their business," says Scania Southeast Asia managing director Heba El Tarifi.
Jospun Jaya was established in Miri in 1991 by founder Jok Ding and daughter Roselyn Jok who is currently the managing director. The company's main business is the transportation of fuel-based products such as diesel while operating from its headquarters in Miri, with branches in Bintulu and Sibu.
Director Madang Jok was handed the P410A6X2NA NTG's key at a Scania workshop in Bintulu, Sarawak. The truck will also be supported by the workshop in Kuching.
The company will also take advantage of the Fleet Management System Control 10 which delivers additional information and insights in support of the vehicle and driver performance.
"Safety has always and will always be at the top of our concern for our customers. Getting this latest contract to transport dangerous materials required a truck that will ensure our operations are safe resulting in the safe delivery of the load for our customer.
"Though our dedicated drivers are mandatorily trained by our customer, we are glad that Scania is also giving specialised familiarisation training in getting the best out of the ADR NTG for our drivers," said Madang Jok.
