National Biodiesel Programme Gradually Expanding To B20 -- KPK

KUALA LUMPUR, April 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is progressively expanding its National Biodiesel Programme from B10 to B20 for the land transport sector, increasing the biodiesel blend, supported by strong industry readiness, the Ministry of Plantation and Commodities (KPK) said.

Govt To Roll Out B15 Biodiesel As Over 70 Pct Of Blending Depots Ready

KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 (Bernama) -- More than 70 per cent of blending depots in Malaysia are ready to implement B15 biodiesel using existing facilities, following the government’s announcement to gradually increase the biodiesel blend.

Sabah Must Recast Logistics As Strategic Growth Engine, Says Industry Expert

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, April 21 (Bernama) -- Logistics must be repositioned from a background cost centre into a strategic economic engine if Sabah is to enhance its competitiveness and marketability in regional and global trade, said the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) trainer Datuk Ramli Amir.

Govt Assures No Suitability Issues Arising From Use Of Biodiesel

PORT KLANG, April 18 (Bernama) -- The government has given assurances that there are no suitability issues arising from the use of biodiesel, particularly at the B20 level, following the implementation of vehicle engine specifications supporting the fuel since 2020.

B15 Biodiesel Implementation To Be Phased To Avoid Disruption -- Akmal Nasrullah

PUTRAJAYA, April 17 (Bernama) -- The implementation of the B15 biodiesel blend rate will be carried out in stages to avoid disruption to the existing operations of the industry, said Minister of Economy Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.

KUSKOP Steps Up Measures To Ease SME Burden, Engages Banks For Greater Flexibility

KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (Bernama) -- The government is taking steps to ease the burden on businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), by focusing on reducing ground-level costs and improving access to financing amid rising global challenges.

Economy Minister To Do Site Visit In Selangor To View Biodiesel Blending Process -- Fahmi

PUTRAJAYA, April 15 (Bernama) -- Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir will do a working site visit in Selangor this Saturday to assess the raw inputs used in the biodiesel blending process.

Global Energy Crisis Boosts The Appeal Of Malaysian Palm Oil In The Asian Market - Noraini 

PUTRAJAYA, April 15 (Bernama) -- Demand for palm oil is expected to continue increasing from traditional importing countries such as China and India, driven by global geopolitical uncertainty as well as their need to ensure energy and food security.

Sidec Launches Token-X To Accelerate Digital Asset, Web3 Ecosystem

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- The Selangor Information Technology and Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec) has introduced Token-X, an accelerator programme aimed at advancing Malaysia’s position in digital assets, blockchain innovation, and the emerging Web3 economy.

RM3.5 Million Incentive To Support MSPO Certification For Oil Palm FFB Traders – Noraini

KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities has introduced an incentive amounting to RM3.5 million in an effort to support oil palm fresh fruit bunches (FFB) traders in obtaining the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) certification.

Rubber Market To Trade Range-Bound Next Week Amid Supply Concerns

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 (Bernama) -- The rubber market is expected to trade range-bound next week, tracking regional rubber futures amid ongoing supply concerns, said the Malaysian Rubber Glove Manufacturers Association (MARGMA).

Malaysia’s Macroeconomic Stability Key To Navigating Global Challenges

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s ability to sustain macroeconomic stability is crucial in navigating global economic challenges amid ongoing West Asia tensions, said Juwai IQI global chief economist Shan Saeed.