Pos Malaysia Bhd has unveiled a set of commemorative stamps to celebrate World Post Day 2024 at its headquarters in Dayabumi Complex, Kuala Lumpur on October 9, 2024.
World Post Day is an international day that occurs each year on October 9, the anniversary of the Universal Postal Union which started in 1874 in Switzerland.
The national post and parcel service provider joined postal services around the globe to celebrate World Post Day, commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Universal Postal Union while also bringing awareness to the role the postal sector plays in people’s and businesses’ everyday lives and its contribution to the world’s social and economic development.
The event was graced by Communications Minister Fahmid Fadzil and his deputy Teo Nie Ching.
Also present were Pos Malaysia chairman Tan Sri Syed Faisal Albar, Pos Malaysia Group CEO Charles Brewer and Communications Ministry secretary-general Datuk Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa.
The limited-edition set is priced at RM50.50 each, and comes in a folder consisting of a stamp sheet, a miniature sheet, a First Day Cover envelope with a stamp and a First Day Cover envelope with a miniature sheet.
During the event, Pos Malaysia also unveiled a 2-minute short film, showcasing the company’s transformation success story over the past two centuries and its steadfast commitment to delivering connections and improving lives.
“This short film not only pays homage to Pos Malaysia’s rich and long-standing heritage in the country but more importantly it signifies our commitment to continuously meeting the changing needs of the people of Malaysia in this digital age,” said Pos Malaysia chairman Tan Sri Syed Faisal Albar.
“Today, Pos Malaysia no longer just delivers mail and parcels; we now offer a variety of innovative products and services, ranging from end-to-end logistics, and aviation (ground handling), to retail and digital solutions. We have come a long way in our purpose of connecting people and businesses for a better tomorrow,” he said.
Fahmi echoed the same sentiment, saying Pos Malaysia continues to be a backbone of the nation’s trade and economic development
“As we come together to celebrate World Post Day, let’s be reminded that postal service is more than just a system to deliver mail and parcels. It represents a critical infrastructure that supports economic growth, facilitates trade, and connects the communities. The value of the personal and tangible touch of postal services remains irreplaceable in the fast-paced digital communication era that we all live in today,” said Fahmi.
He commended Pos Malaysia on its continuous strive for service excellence.
Pos Laju, the courier arm of Pos Malaysia, attained a 4-star rating under the MyKurier programme and was crowned the fastest and most reliable courier service provider by the MCMC Star Rating Awards 2023.
“So, to everyone in Pos Malaysia, from the Abang Pos who are out on duty come rain or shine, to the staff at the sorting centre, back office and service counters, we appreciate your dedication. You are the unsung heroes who play a vital role in keeping our nation connected,” Fahmi added.
The Minister later presented long service awards to 16 Pos Malaysia employees who have been with the company for 35 years and above.
The celebration concluded with Fahmi, Teo and special guests flagging off Pos Malaysia’s latest batch of electric vehicles (EVs), underscoring the organisation’s commitment to delivering a greener future.
Pos Malaysia currently has 200 electric motorcycles and 143 electric vans which have covered a distance of 2.8 million kilometres, equivalent to 71 times around the Earth. More than 1,000 electric bikes and over 300 electric vans are scheduled to join its EV fleet in the coming months.
“Our growing number of EVs is a testament to our ongoing focus to reduce emissions generated by vehicles and ultimately achieve 100% first and last-mile green delivery by 2030,” said Syed Faisal.
Pos Malaysia will promote the new brand film from Oct 9 on various touchpoints, including social media and digital billboards. Watch the short film on Pos Malaysia World campaign page at https://www.pos.com.my/world-of-posmalaysia.
The commemorative stamp set is available at Pos Malaysia’s philatelic bureaus including the General Post Office and 13 selected post offices nationwide, and online at https://shop.pos.com.my
From Oct 16 – Dec 31, 2024, customers who make transactions can purchase limited-edition merchandise at any of the post offices nationwide.
