Maserati Italy Appoints Naza Italia as Malaysia’s Sole Distributor
Maserati Italy, the iconic Italian luxury marque was established in Bologna in 1914, has appointed NAZA Italia Sendirian Berhad as the sole importer and distributor for Maserati bringing in its complete Quattroporte and GranTurismo ranges and services to Malaysian shores. In return Naza Italia has invested RM10 million to mark its total commitment and dedication to the long term success of the Maserati brand in Malaysia. To outline its development and expansion of NAZA Italia, the company has undertook the building of Naza Italia showroom(45,000 sq.ft), which is situated next to NAZA Auto Mall PJ, is considered as the largest automative showroom in Malaysia (recorded in the Malaysian Book of Records). 
Speaking at the media briefing, Group Chief Executive Officer of NAZA Group of Companies & NAZA Italia CEO, SM Faisal said,”…the present economic climate will provide the challenging time for Maserati, opportunity comes with right brand & timing…i believe there is a potential for this exclusive niche product in certain segment, also a strong following by loyal customers within the NAZA group…”. Maserati Asia-Pacific Managing Director, Mr. Simone Niccolai said, “…sales of Maserati cars were 8500 units, a growth of 17% from 2007…”.
Priced above RM1,000,000, the luxurious Maserati will be displayed at the centre lobby of Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur from 27th to 28th February (11am-5pm)
2009 Formula One Race: Malaysian Grand Prix is Here in Kuala Lumpur
One of the most exhilarating, electrifying and breathtaking international car race in the world; 2009 FIA Formula One World Championship, will be held at Sepang International Circuit from April 3rd to 5th.
This annually upcoming 11th edition Malaysian Grand Prix race which will be held from 3rd-5th of April at Sepang International Circuit, will commence its final showdown of the F1 race at 5pm Malaysian time to improve television viewership in Europe.
At the launch of the event, which was held at the Ascott, KL recently, Sepang International Circuit (SIC) Chairman,Dato’ Mokhzani Mahathir and SIC Chief Executive, Razlan Razali, had promised all F1 fans, an all-round improved package, instead of reduction in ticket prices, which are the lowest among all the Formula One races.
As the ticket prices are deemed to be the same as last year, ticket purchasers will get more for what they have paid, basically with a complementary round of GP2 Asia series, a special performance by Jamiroquai post-race concert and a variety of family-oriented activities throughout the racing day.
For ticket purchase and more information about Formula One race, please log on to www.sepangcircuit.com or contact +603 8778 2222
Guardian’s Tribute to Its Employees
In repaying its employees for providing exceptional service towards consumers, Guardian has organized a nationwide Customer Care campaign to identify and acknowledge its role modelled employees whom have displayed distinguish values, attitude as well as behavior in carrying out daily tasks at their workplace.
As part of the Guardian’s effort for its staffs to emulate and exemplify these good values, the campaign was initiated early this year, where store managers had divided candidates into two categories namely management level – keyholders, supervisors and executives and the staff level – cashiers and sales assistants. The best of 13 candidates were shortlisted based on greetings, decorum and persistence for going extra mile. They were chosen in a zonal basis and the final national competition were held at Suria KLCC to determine the winner (which will walk away RM1,000).
Speaking at the media briefing, Guardian Chief Operating Officer, Miss Loi Liang Tok, said,”…as a trusted pharmacy, health and beauty chain, Guardian has always strived to provide the best service to our customers. We also recognise the importance of delivering excellent customer service whilst we practice ethical dispensing and ensure that we carry good quality products and value prices…”.
