The Kia Asia Pacific Training Centre in Glenmarie follows on from those in Germany, Russia, UAE and the US.
Kia Asia Pacific has recently revved up its presence in Malaysia with the grand opening of the Kia Asia Pacific Training Centre in Glenmarie, Shah Alam today. This latest facility marks the South Korean automaker’s fifth global training hub, following those in Germany, Russia, UAE, and the USA.
Now according to Kia, the new training centre is poised to lead the way in fostering a culture of innovation and exemplary service throughout the APAC region. It will also embellish subsidiaries and distributors’ operational staff, sales and aftersales with Automotive Training Excellence, equipping them with all-encompassing skills and knowledge crucial to the evolving automotive industry.
This new training centre in Glenmarie currently occupies a footprint of over 10,000 square feet, and has a total investment value of RM 3 million. Its advanced facilities and training methodologies is said to mirror the global standards set by its parent company, Hyundai Motor Group.
Among the advanced facilities available at this training centre in Glenmarie includes high-tech display classrooms for theoretical teaching, full-fledged workshops for practical sessions and a computerised resource centre for Kia vehicle information, virtual repair simulators, and specialised tools such as Kia diagnostic equipment. The latest flagship models from the South Korean marque are also available on-site for some hands-on training, with the automaker even teasing that the cars that its trainees will be interacting with includes the upcoming EV5 and EV3.
Located next to the training centre meanwhile is the Kia 3S Flagship Centre, which will further provide trainees with direct exposure to real-world scenarios to enhance their learning experience. Upon completion of the training programmes, participants will receive certification from Kia Asia Pacific, validating their skills and expertise within Kia’s global networks.
It is touted that this training centre can accommodate up to 80 trainees at any given time, ensuring an optimal learning environment with personalised attention and interactive experiences are provided to the trainees. The automotive brand aims to train up to 3,000 people annually, to support all 34 countries within the Asia Pacific region.
The opening of the Kia Asia Pacific Training Centre is said to a significant milestone in its expansion within the APAC region, underscoring its dedication to continuous growth and development. This state-of-the-art facility is further set to elevate automotive expertise and innovation, fostering a new generation of skilled professionals who will contribute to the automaker’s success in this geographical locale.
Kevin Ahn, President and CEO of Kia Asia Pacific, said, “The opening of our Kia APAC Training Centre aligns with our company’s philosophy of fostering a customer-centric and people-focused culture. This training centre represents our commitment to continuous improvements, ensuring we deliver top-quality service that exceeds customer expectations.”
“Malaysia was selected out of our 34 markets in APAC for its strategic location, allowing us to meet the evolving needs of the industry while keeping our teams at the forefront of technological advancements. Malaysia’s diverse talent pool and strong language proficiency further affirm it as the ideal choice for our training hub,” he added.
