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Terberg drives Malaysia-made tractors into global ports

KUALA LUMPUR: Terberg Tractors Malaysia Sdn Bhd has shipped more than 8,000 terminal tractors made in Johor to ports and logistics hubs in over 50 countries.

Terberg drives Malaysia-made tractors into global ports

KUALA LUMPUR: Terberg Tractors Malaysia has shipped over 8,000 tractors to ports worldwide, establishing a substantial export presence for Dutch manufacturer Royal Terberg Group. This joint venture between Sime Darby Industrial and Royal Terberg, based in Pasir Gudang, began as a distributor in 1999 and now manufactures 1,000 units annually.

CEO Datuk Jeffri Salim Davidson highlighted the company's success as evidence of Malaysian manufacturing's capabilities for global markets. The firm is also venturing into electric tractors and collaborating with local suppliers and technology partners, aiming to enhance its global supply chain and develop autonomous vehicles.

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