Malaysian Rubber Board To Chart 2026–2030 Strategic Plan For Industry Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Rubber Board (MRB) is drawing up its Strategic Plan 2026–2030 to chart a more sustainable path for the country’s rubber industry, said Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani.

Finland’s Sitra Eyes Malaysia For Next Rollout Of Personal Carbon Tracker App

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

HELSINKI, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The Finnish Innovation Fund, Sitra, sees strong potential for introducing the “Lifestyle Test” application in Malaysia, which helps users measure their carbon footprint and encourages positive and sustainable lifestyle choices.

Finland's Solar Foods Inspires Global Shift In Sustainable Food Production

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

HELSINKI, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- Finland’s Solar Foods hopes its innovative approach in producing Solein, a protein “made out of thin air,” by way of gas fermentation, will inspire other nations to adopt more sustainable methods in food production.

Selangor To Hit 100 Pct 5G Coverage Early Next Year

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Selangor is aiming to achieve 100 per cent 5G network coverage in the state’s populated areas by early 2026, said state executive councillor for Islamic Religious Affairs and Cultural Innovation Dr Mohammad Fahmi Ngah.

Perak Transit Obtains GTFS Certification For Euro 5 Green City Buses

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- A subsidiary of Perak Transit Bhd has obtained the Green Project Certificate under the Green Technology Financing Scheme (GTFS) administered by the Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Corporation.

Mah Sing’s M Zenni Records 70 Pct Take-up Rate

GEORGE TOWN, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Mah Sing Group Bhd’s latest freehold high-rise mixed development in Batu Maung, M Zenni, has achieved a 70 per cent take-up rate to date, reflecting strong market demand for quality homes in Penang.

Efforts To Reduce Deficit Expected To Be Priority In Budget 2026 – Johari

PUTRAJAYA, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani has hinted that Budget 2026 will prioritise efforts to reduce the country's fiscal deficit.

Geotab Rolls Out Industry's First GenAI Assistant For Fleets In Southeast Asia

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Geotab Inc (Geotab), the connected transportation solutions leader, has officially launched Geotab Ace, the industry’s first fully integrated generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) Assistant, for customers in Southeast Asia.

Budget 2026: DOPPA Advocates Carbon Trading For Sustainable Income In Rural Communities

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- The Sarawak Dayak Oil Palm Planters Association (DOPPA) is calling for a groundbreaking initiative that integrates carbon trading to provide a stable income for rural communities in Sarawak. 

EU CERC Seeks Malaysia As Strategic Partner To Accelerate Circular Economy Transition

From Zufazlin Baharuddin

HELSINKI, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- The European Union Circular Economy Resource Centre (EU CERC) is exploring the possibility of Malaysia becoming a strategic partner in promoting the transition to a circular economy in Southeast Asia, recognising the country’s strong policy framework and readiness to move from planning to implementation.

Local Analytics Firms Urged To Contribute To Sarawak's Green Energy Agenda

KUCHING, Oct 7 (Bernama) -- Local analytics companies have been urged to assist the Sarawak government in its hydrogen production initiative to support the state’s green energy transformation for the public transport sector.

Petronas CEO Apologises For Singapore F1 Celebration Incident

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 (Bernama) -- Petroliam National Bhd (Petronas) group chief executive officer Tan Sri Tengku Muhammad Taufik has apologised over the recent celebration incident at the Singapore Formula One (F1) Grand Prix.