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2009 REPORTS > MALAYSIA - November 14-15, 2009
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Niro: Swiss quality, Asian costs  
Niro Ceramic received a ‘Brand Excellence Award’ from the Malaysian Ministry of Trade and Industry in 2008.
Living up to the world-renowned Swiss reputation for quality craftsmanship, Niro Ceramic has seen the demand for its wide range of porcelain tiles grow all over the world, especially in Asia.

In fact, rapid growth in Asian markets and economic globalization prompted the Swiss-based company to set up a manufacturing facility in Malaysia in 1988. It then made its first foray into China in 2001 to partially outsource its manufacturing.

“When we began outsourcing manufacturing to China, we wanted to be sure to maintain the stringent quality standards that we are renowned for. We painstakingly selected factories to produce tiles according to our designs and specifications. Today, a complete organization is in place to ensure that we also achieve the same quality products and efficient customer service,” explained Managing Director Bong Kuan Shin.

That commitment paid off in 2008 when Niro received the “Brand Excellence Award” from the Malaysian Ministry of Trade and Industry. The prestigious award is given once a year to Malaysian companies with positive brand building and values, superior innovations, and strong global appeal.

Starting next month, the company will expand its product range on a much larger scale in China, where construction and property development continue to grow.

According to Bong, the expansion in China is vital to the future success of the company.

To kick off its stronger push into China, Niro will launch a new showroom in the China Ceramic Industry Headquarters in Foshan, Guangdong province.

The new showroom will be designed to highlight Niro’s diverse line of modern, trendy and classic products that suit all individual tastes and lifestyles.

www.nirogranite.com.my

 
 
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The National Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia (NCCIM) is an umbrella organization made up of the five national chambers of commerce and industry in Malaysia. The NCCIM’s role is to help represent the many interests of the Malaysian business community on the domestic and international front. A key objective is to promote Malaysian exports and investments abroad as well as to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) to Malaysia.
www.nccim.org.my

Established in Cresciano, Switzerland, more that 30 years ago, Niro Ceramic operates its headquarters out of Malaysia but still provides Swiss quality tiles around the world. It now sells its product range, Niro Granite, in China. The new Niro Ceramic showroom in the China Ceramic Industry Headquarters covers 6,000 sq ft and features eye-catching mock-ups and display paneling. www.nirogranite.com.my

The Ministry of International Trade and Industry plays a leading role in strengthening trade and investment between Malaysia and foreign direct investors. It provides information and help to many Chinese and Malaysian companies that want to expand their businesses in Malaysia. www.miti.gov.my

The Asian Strategy and Leadership Institute (ASLI) is a local non-political and not-for-profit think tank that promotes business excellence, ideas interchange and business cooperation. ASLI’s vision is to create a better society by helping organizations enhance competitiveness, leadership and strategic capabilities through the interchange of ideas, information and knowledge. www.asli.com.my

An initiative of several Malaysian associations and organizations, the Malaysia-China Business Council (MCBC) serves as an important business link between the two countries. It promotes trade and dialogue between entrepreneurs of each nation through trade missions and other activities. In June 2009, a delegation of Malaysian and Chinese business leaders from MCBC traveled to Beijing to mark the 35th anniversary of bilateral relations. www.asli.com.my/initiatives.htm



 
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