KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 October 2026 – PETRONAS Lubricants International (PLI) and UM Motorcycles have entered a strategic partnership to enhance motorcycle performance, reliability and the overall customer experience across UM Motorcycles' key markets worldwide.
New global collaboration combines world-class lubricant technology with two-wheeler innovation to deliver enhanced rider experiences, dealer excellence and long-term growth across international markets.
Under the agreement, PLI will supply a range of PETRONAS Sprinta motorcycle lubricants to UM Motorcycles' extensive global network of distributors and aftersales dealers in selected markets across Asia Pacific, Europe, Africa and Latin America. The initial phase of the collaboration will focus on introducing selected products from the PETRONAS Sprinta range, engineered with UltraFlex™ technology to deliver enhanced performance and protection while ensuring engine reliability and longevity, is designed to deliver instant response and protection across the bike's engine, clutch and gears, all at once helping motorcycles perform responsively from cold starts and stop-start traffic through to demanding open-road riding so the riders can focus on what matters most: finding their own way and enjoying every journey.
Through a broad international distribution footprint, UM Motorcycles provides PLI with a strong platform for collaboration and future growth opportunities, while the UM Motorcycles' participating distributors and dealer networks benefit from PLI's recognised reputation in performance lubricants to raise the quality of customer engagement across multiple touchpoints. Along with bringing advanced lubricant expertise to drive greater customer value and aftersales reliability, PLI will also support dealer development initiatives, technical training programmes and coordinated marketing activities.
The range of PETRONAS Sprinta lubricants will be made available at UM Motorcycle distributors and dealer networks on a progressive basis, with the first batch of products set to reach shelves in October 2026, starting in Asia, followed by launches across EMEA and the Americas.
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About PETRONAS Lubricants International (PLI)
PETRONAS Lubricants International (PLI) is the global lubricants manufacturing and marketing arm of PETRONAS, Malaysia's dynamic global energy group. Established in 2008, PLI manufactures and markets a full range of high-quality automotive and industrial lubricant products in over 100 markets internationally. Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, PLI also has offices around the world including Turin, Belo Horizonte, Beijing, and Chicago. PLI is the technical resource behind PETRONAS' partnership with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team, responsible for the design, development and delivery of the Fluid Technology Solutions™, which includes customised lubricants, fuels and transmission fluids to power the Silver Arrows.
We are a progressive energy and solutions partner, enriching lives for a sustainable future. Our commitment remains to conduct and grow our business in ways that contribute positively to society and the environment.
PLI is driving an aggressive business growth agenda as one of the leading global lubricants companies at the forefront of the industry, providing custom-made solutions for every need. For more information, please visit www.pli-petronas.com.
About UM Motorcycles
UM® Motorcycles is an American motorcycle brand headquartered in Miami, Florida, founded in 1999. With more than 25 years of experience and a presence in over 40 countries, UM Motorcycles offers a diverse range of motorcycles and scooters across segments including cruisers, sport, dual-purpose, adventure and urban mobility. The brand combines design, innovation and authenticity to create motorcycles that deliver distinctive riding experiences for customers around the world. UM Motorcycles operates through a global distribution network of more than 2,000 dealers across four continents.
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KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 October 2026 – UEM Edgenta Berhad ("UEM Edgenta" or "the Company"), a leading Asset Management and Infrastructure Solutions company, today announced the launch of its inaugural Young Entrepreneurship Programme (YEP), a new initiative developed to identify, train and mentor young entrepreneurs within the Company's vendor ecosystem. The inaugural cohort comprises six vendors from UEM Edgenta's Infrastructure Solutions and Asset Management business ecosystems, marking the start of a structured, multi-phase journey towards operational readiness and long-term business growth.
The six vendors were selected through a rigorous, multi-tiered screening process. Companies were assessed against eligibility criteria centred on youthful leadership and business track record, before undergoing desktop audits, pre-assessments and site visits benchmarked against the Malaysia Business Excellence Framework (MBEF). Vendors demonstrating the required readiness, strategic relevance to UEM Edgenta and potential for sustainable growth were shortlisted for the inaugural cohort.
YEP is designed to build on the success of UEM Edgenta's existing Vendor Development Programme, with a sharper focus on empowering young business owners. The programme aims to develop industry-ready vendors that meet UEM Edgenta's operational and compliance standards, while strengthening their long-term business viability. In doing so, YEP supports the aspirations of Rancangan Malaysia Ke-13 (RMK13) to raise the socioeconomic standing of the rakyat, particularly through youth empowerment, digital innovation, financial inclusion, and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET).
To deliver the training component, the Company has forged strategic partnerships with Institut Keusahawanan Negara (INSKEN) and the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Malaysia. INSKEN will lead training on business model development, leadership, and strategic planning, culminating in an INSKEN certification, while CIDB will provide technical training on tender, contract, and financial management as well as management systems, supporting participants' compliance and competitiveness within the construction and infrastructure industry. These external modules are complemented by internal business training delivered through Edgenta Academy.
Shaiful Subhan, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of UEM Edgenta, said the programme reflects the Company's commitment in nurturing a resilient and future-ready vendor base. "As we look ahead, we want to build a supplier ecosystem that is diverse, competitive and driven by capability and performance. We believe opportunities should be earned through commitment, quality and willingness to grow, not simply by how long a company has been in business. A strong supply chain is not built overnight. It is built by investing in people, developing capabilities and creating long-term partnerships that grow together," he said.
Beyond its immediate vendor ecosystem, UEM Edgenta views YEP as a platform to contribute to the broader national agenda of socioeconomic mobility, helping young business owners transform innovative ideas into commercially viable ventures that, in time, create new employment opportunities within their own communities. The inaugural cohort has been intentionally kept small to allow for high-quality, intensive mentorship and customised training. The Company will evaluate the outcomes of this inaugural batch to guide future investment and the potential expansion of the programme to a wider pool of young entrepreneurs in subsequent years.
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About UEM Edgenta
UEM Edgenta Berhad ("UEM Edgenta"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of UEM Group Berhad, is an Asset Management and Infrastructure Solutions company that delivers integrated, end-to-end solutions across the entire asset lifecycle, combining engineering excellence in design, project management and asset consultancy with tech-enabled asset management capabilities to optimise asset performance, efficiency and resilience.
With operations across Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Taiwan, the United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, UEM Edgenta supports the reliable and sustainable performance of critical assets, including healthcare facilities, transportation networks and industrial infrastructure.
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