HSS Eyes Southeast Asian Growth On Rising Demand For Halal Bakery Products

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- Bakery products manufacturer HSS Holdings Bhd plans to strengthen its presence across Southeast Asia (SEA), capitalising on rising demand for halal products following its Bursa Malaysia’s ACE Market debut.

Bursa Malaysia Ends On Softer Note Amid Profit-taking

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended on a softer note today as investors engaged in profit-taking following the recent rebound in the local market, an analyst said.

Straive Acquires NextGen Invent To Strengthen AI Capabilities

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Straive, a global leader in data and artificial intelligence (AI) operationalisation, has acquired NextGen Invent, an AI engineering and enterprise services provider.

Ajinomoto Malaysia's Parent Company Offers RM20 Per Share In Privatisation Bid

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Ajinomoto (Malaysia) Bhd’s (AMB) parent company Ajinomoto Co Inc (Ajico) has proposed to privatise the food seasoning manufacturer via a selective capital reduction and repayment (SCR) exercise at RM20 per share.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower On Cautious Tone

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened lower on Monday on a cautious tone after a flat performance last Friday, amid Wall Street and Hong Kong market closures due to public holidays. 

Malaysia Well-positioned To Lead In Energy Transition Financing - TNB Chief New Energy Officer

KUALA LUMPUR, June 21 (Bernama) -- Overwhelming response to two Islamic bond issuances by Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) totalling RM2.5 billion for energy transition projects shows that Malaysia is well-positioned to lead in energy transition financing within the region.

Petronas' Expanded Role In Turkmenistan Strengthens Malaysia's Position In Global Energy Landscape - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, June 21 (Bernama) -- The success of Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) in expanding its role in Turkmenistan's energy sector opens access to some of the world's largest gas reserves, thus strengthening Malaysia's position in the global energy landscape, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Anwar’s Charisma Is A Diplomatic Asset 

ISTANBUL, June 21 (Bernama) – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's recent visit to Russia was marked not only by summit declarations, bilateral meetings and discussions on trade and energy but also by the notable reception he received on the international stage.

Kemaman, Kuantan, Labuan Port Authorities To Propose TVET Programmes For Port Sector

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, June 20 (Bernama) -- The Kemaman Port Authority, Kuantan Port Authority and Labuan Port Authority (LPA) are looking to collaborate on a recommendation paper to the Deputy Prime Minister to expand Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes related to the maritime and port sectors.

Labuan, Kemaman, Kuantan Port Authorities Eye Stronger Collaboration

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, June 20 (Bernama) -- The Labuan Port Authority (LPA), Kemaman Port Authority and Kuantan Port Authority are looking to strengthen future collaboration towards becoming more competitive, well-organised and efficient port regulatory bodies in Malaysia.

Vestland Unit Secures RM65 Mln Works Contract

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Construction company Vestland Bhd’s wholly owned subsidiary, Vestland Infra Sdn Bhd (VISB) has accepted a letter of award from Scanwolf Trading & Construction Sdn Bhd (STCSB) for a works contract worth RM65 million.

AM Best Affirms Hyundai Marine & Fire Insurance Credit Ratings

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a” (Excellent) of South Korea’s Hyundai Marine & Fire Insurance Co Ltd (HMF), with a stable outlook.