Destini, Siemens eye digital rail MRO in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: Railtec, a subsidiary of Destini Bhd, and Siemens Mobility are exploring possibilities to create digitally enabled railway MRO services in Malaysia. Both companies signed a two-year memorandum of understanding regarding the potential partnership. According to Destini, the collaboration will concentrate on creating a reliability control centre to aid data-driven MRO tasks.

They plan to utilize Railtec's local operational skills and Siemens Mobility's knowledge of rail infrastructure, rolling stock, automation, electrification, and intelligent transport systems.

The companies aim to collaborate in three main areas: digitalizing railway MRO activities using digital tools, systems, and platforms; implementing data-driven maintenance practices, automation, and smart depot solutions; and providing training and upskilling for Railtec personnel in technical, operational, digital, and maintenance fields to build local railway MRO capabilities.

Additionally, they will offer technical advisory and support, including maintenance processes, depot best practices, technical documentation, tooling, equipment specifications, and specialized systems.

Datuk Seri Dr Shahril Mokhtar, Destini group managing director, stated that the collaboration represents a significant advancement in boosting Malaysia's railway MRO capabilities. By merging Siemens' world-class technology and digital expertise with Railtec's extensive local operational experience, they are positioning Railtec to spearhead the shift towards data-driven, smart maintenance solutions.

The partnership will also foster local talent development and technical capabilities while enhancing Railtec's capacity to support national rail assets.