theceomagazine.com | 171is quickly becoming mainstream. The industry
is better regulated as governments are more
concerned about the impact of carbon
emissions on the environment. Despite the
renewables trend, conventional low-emission
energy generation will still be used, especially
in markets where these fuels are in
abundance and are more cost-effective.
“Nevertheless, we always keep ourselves
abreast of the latest industry developments
and plan our strategy accordingly, allowing
us to react to change in a timely and
effective manner. Innovation is important
to improve performance and generate
electricity at a reduced cost without
compromising on safety and reliability. In
the case of the Melaka plant, we have
selected the latest GE 9HA.02 gas turbines
to deliver the most cost-effective conversion
of fuel to electricity.”
In order to
optimise Edra’s
skills and resources,
CGN retained the
existing management
team and employee
base during the
takeover, laying down
a solid foundation
for future growth.
“Culture
represents the
collective values
of our organisation;
it determines how we do business. The senior
management at Edra are role models who
communicate and instil our culture with the
employees,” says Mark. “Edra operates in five
countries, each with its own local cultural
background. We acknowledge these differences,
and we encourage our employees to interact
with staff from other offices.”
Edra is deeply committed to strengthening
its local supply chain, taking into account
local requirements and contributions to
the economy. The company employs local
talent where possible, creating employment
opportunities where it operates. “Besides
competitive remuneration, our employees
are provided with opportunities for
development throughout their career. These
include structured training, job rotation,
and continual exposure to challenges to
keep them motivated.”“ We are committed to ensuring
that our projects benefit the
local economy.”
“We are proud to embark
on a new journey together,
to continuously strengthen
the power utility industry in
Malaysia. With power utility
being a backbone of the
Malaysian industry, we are
ready to embrace challenges
facing the sustainable energy
agenda.” – Kenji Yoshida,
Managing Director, TOS
Energy Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.Interview | INVEST