Air Borneo To Strengthen Sarawak Connectivity, Complement National Aviation Sector – Loke

SEPANG, Feb 24 (Bernama) -- The establishment of AirBorneo, backed by the Sarawak government, is poised to strengthen regional connectivity and enhance air travel options in Sabah and Sarawak, without disrupting the country’s existing aviation landscape, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke.

IATA Approves Malaysia Aviation Group To Certify Dangerous Goods Training

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 21 (Bernama) -- The International Air Transport Association (IATA) Competency‐Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) Center has accredited and approved Malaysia Aviation Group’s (MAG) training arm MAB Academy to certify Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) courses.

Perlis Eyes Growth via Inland Port, Riding Penang’s E&E Wave

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- Perlis is actively developing the Perlis Inland Port (PIP) and other maritime facilities to attract investors to the state while aiming to benefit from the economic spillover of strong investment inflows into Penang’s electrical and electronics  (E&E) sector.

EPF Buys MAHB Shares At RM11 To Ensure Higher Relisting Price – Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- The Employees Provident Fund’s (EPF) move to buy Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd’s (MAHB) shares at RM11 per unit is aimed at positioning the company for a future relisting at a higher valuation.

Bursa Malaysia Derivatives Reports 17 Pct Growth In FCPO Contracts Traded In 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia Derivatives Bhd hit a new milestone last year with 18.95 million crude palm oil futures (FCPO) contracts traded, up 17 per cent over the previous record of 16.21 million contracts in 2023.

Malaysia Should Lead ASEAN’s Green Shipping Transition Through Financing, Collaboration, Says Expert

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia should spearhead sustainable or green shipping initiatives within ASEAN, such as expanding access to regional financing schemes and promoting cooperation in carving out low-carbon shipping routes.

CPO Futures end Lower Amid Weaker Vegetable Oils

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 18 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Tuesday, taking the cue from weaker related vegetable oils and a lack of fresh fundamental data, an analyst said.

Sunzen Group To Dispose Of Two Subsidiaries For RM17.3 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 18 (Bernama) -- Sunzen Group Bhd has entered into a sale and purchase of shares agreement to dispose of its whole equity interests in two subsidiaries to Pure Nutritional Products Sdn Bhd for RM17.30 million.

UAE Advances Air Corridor Mapping For Autonomous Air Taxis, Drones

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 18 (Bernama) -- The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has initiated a groundbreaking project to redefine urban transportation by mapping air corridors and developing a regulatory framework for piloted and autonomous air taxis and cargo drones.

Flowchem Reinforces Leadership Team With Key Appointments

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 18 (Bernama) -- Flowchem, a global leader in the drag reducing agents (DRA) market, has announced several key personnel additions to its management teams, reinforcing its position for continued growth.

Hartalega Records 3Q Net Profit Of RM19.51 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 18 (Bernama) -- Hartalega Holdings Bhd has recorded a lower net profit of RM19.51 million for the third quarter ended Dec 31, 2024, compared with a net profit of RM22.38 million posted in the same period a year ago.

Johor Plantations Posts Higher Net Profit Of RM257.32 Mln For FY2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 17 (Bernama) -- Johor Plantations Group Bhd (JPG) recorded a higher net profit of RM257.32 million for the financial year ended Dec 31, 2024 (FY2024), up from RM167.31 million a year ago.