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March 10,2025,Kuala Lumpur – Continental Tyre Malaysia is collaborating with four leading automotive academies; Leng Kee Auto Academy, Pro Skills Academy, Rimbunan Hijau Academy and Techtra Automotive Academy, to strengthens talent sustainability in the automotive industry, and equipping future generations with essential skills and job opportunities while providing Continental’s retailer network with a steady pipeline of skilled talent.
Andrea Somorova- M D of Continental Tyre PJ Malaysia Sdn Bhd, has signed a collaboration agreement with Kek Kim Hock– Principal of Leng Kee Auto Academy, Yang Kien Seng, Chairman of Pro Skills Academy, Sarah Tiong Pei Xin-Director of Rimbunan Hijau Academy, and Fong Weng Hong, Director of Techtra Automotive Academy.
Also presence were Ms. Li– Operation Manager of Leng Kee Auto Academy, Derrick
Ong– Training Manager of Continental Tyre PJ Malaysia Sdn. Bhd,Timothy Tiong Director of Rimbunan Hijau Academy, Mr. Andy– Lead Trainer of Leng Kee Auto Academy; Lee CG, Head of Marketing of Continental Tyre PJ Malaysia Sdn. Bhd, Ms. Rachel, Centre Manager of Pro Skills Academy, Kavinesh, Education Consultant of Pro Skills Academy; Ms. Victoria, Marketing Team Leader of Pro Skills Academy; Mr. Steve & Mr. Hong, Directors of Techtra Automotive Academy, Jaron Thu– Head of Marketing of Techtra Automotive Academy and Adam Lee– Student Affair Officer of Techtra Automotive Academy.
Adam Lee.
Students will gain hands-on experience in a real-world work environment, enhancing their career readiness and expanding employment opportunities.
As the first tyre manufacturer to partner with local automotive academies, Continental expands career opportunities for students beyond traditional placements with car manufacturers’ service centres. By addressing the industry’s talent gap and sharing valuable industry knowledge, this initiative helps build a more skilled, job-ready workforce, ensuring long-term industry sustainability.
This partnership will feature joint training programs focused on knowledge sharing between Continental and the automotive academies. Experts from Continental will provide comprehensive tyre-related training to students, while the academies will offer specialised courses tailored to industry needs. These cross-trainings will cover essential topics such as staff technical upskilling and vehicle maintenance, including electric vehicles (EVs). Through this collaboration, students will gain the expertise needed for a dynamic career in the evolving automotive market.
“This collaboration reinforces our strategic commitment to talent development and industry sustainability. By partnering with these leading academies, we are cultivating a skilled workforce and creating greater career opportunities for future generations,” said Andrea Somorova- MD of Continental Tyre PJ Malaysia Sdn Bhd.
“Our students will gain greater access to real-world learning experiences, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to seamlessly transition from education to employment,” said Kek Kim Hock– Founder and Principal of Leng Kee Auto Academy.
“By aligning our courses with industry needs, I am confident that our students’ learning growth will enhance their employability, equipping them with practical and valuable skills,” said Yang Kien Seng, – Chairman of Pro Skills Academy.
“Partnering with Continental provides a platform for our students to receive training and become job-ready, meeting the evolving demands of the industry,” said Sarah Tiong- Director of Rimbunan Hijau Academy.
“We strive to offer students valuable industry exposure and hands-on training, maximizing their involvement in one of the leading tyre industries,” said Fong Weng Hong– Director of Techtra Automotive Academy.
