Jakarta, November 30th,2022 – The mechanic team from PT United Tractors Tbk (UT) won the Gemba Challenge 2022 event on Wednesday (16/11) in Japan. UT won first place in the after-sales service competition for UD Trucks mechanics around the world. This competition is held every 2 years as an effort to improve the quality of human resources (HR) in terms of service, sales, and after-sales service in the trucking industry.

The world-class achievements that have been achieved proved that UT’s mechanic team has the global standard in providing the best service and can meet the level of satisfaction for loyal customers of UD Truck products in Indonesia.

“The achievements of UT mechanic team are clear evidence that UT has quality human resources with global standards, so they can provide the best service for customers. This achievements encouraged us to continue to maintain and improve the quality of our competencies. So, in a sustainable manner, we can make Indonesia proud in the international arena,” said Head of Service Division UT, Rudy Poerwanto.

During the championship, UT mechanic team went through a long selection process. Starting from internal selection to external selection which consists of 2 stages. The first stage was carried out online and the last step or final stage was held on site at the UD Trucks Head Office located at the UD Experience Center, Ageo, Japan.

At the end of the selection, 6 teams were selected from several countries which are South Africa, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, the Philippines, and 2 Indonesian teams. As a result, UT mechanic team managed to beat participants from other countries in a skill and knowledge competition in problem solving related to heavy-duty Quester vehicles.

The Gemba Challenge was held for the first time in 2014. In 2022, Gemba Challenge was attended by more than 2,000 participants representing UD Trucks from various countries. This competition was held for two days on 9 – 10 November 2022.

As world-class heavy equipment, mining, and energy company at the forefront of implementing sustainability principles, UT has proven its commitment to implementing ESG (environmental, Social, Governance) aspects. Through this competition, UT also provides full support to improve the quality of human resources so that they are able to attain achievements in national and international events and contribute to the good name of Indonesia. UT hopes that through this competition, the company will be able to improve competence and professionalism of its human resources to deliver good impact on society and the environment.

 

United Tractors’ Overview

PT United Tractors Tbk (UT) which is known as the largest heavy equipment distributor in Indonesia has been established since 1972. Currently UT has grown and has six business pillars, namely Construction Machinery, Mining Contracting, Coal Mining, Gold Mining, Construction Industry and Energy. As it’s contributions to the achievement of the Sustainable Development targets (SDGs). UT consistently carries out activities to uphold sustainability.

ESG United Tractors

As a world-class heavy equipment, mining and energy company with more than 50 years of experience in Indonesia, United Tractors is committed to presenting a sustainable future for Indonesia through the effective application of ESG principles by paying attention to the environment, having a good impact on society, and upholding good corporate governance. good corporate governance at all levels of its business operations, as well as optimizing its competencies, expertise, and strategic assets to bring added value to all stakeholders and the Indonesian people.

 

For more information, please contact:

 

Sara K. Loebis

Head of Corporate Communication Division

PT United Tractors Tbk

Email : ir@unitedtractors.com

Address : Jl. Raya Bekasi Km.22 Cakung, Jakarta Timur 13910

Telp. : (62-21) 3511961, Fax : (62-21) 3441413

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Website: www.unitedtractors.com