Proton Aims To Sell Up To 200,000 Vehicle Units In 2026

SHAH ALAM, Jan 28 (Bernama) -- National carmaker Proton Holdings Bhd is targeting sales of up to 200,000 units in 2026, driven by its comprehensive future technology roadmap.

Rubber Market Ends Lower On Weaker Regional Futures, Falling Oil Prices

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 27 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended lower today, tracking the downward movement in regional rubber futures and benchmark crude oil, said a dealer.

Austrian Firms Looking To Expand Hydropower Cooperation In Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 24 (Bernama) -- Austrian companies are keen to expand cooperation in hydropower development with Malaysia, offering advanced technology and expertise to support Putrajaya’s ambitious renewable energy (RE) goals and to meet rising electricity demand from sectors such as data centres.

Beyond Insights Symposium Reframes How Malaysians Turn Megatrends Into Investable Decisions

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) -- The Beyond Insights Symposium 2026 brought together global technology leaders, financial technology (fintech) pioneers and market strategists to examine how fast-evolving megatrends are reshaping markets. 

SIRBAI Launches Middle East’s First AI Autonomous Drone Swarm Platform At UMEX 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) – SIRBAI announced the launch of the Middle East’s first artificial intelligence (AI)-powered autonomous drone swarm technology at UMEX 2026, marking the company’s entry into the defence technology sector and expanding regional capabilities in unmanned and autonomous systems.

ASEAN+3 Economy Expected To Grow 4.0 Pct in 2026 – AMRO

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN+3 economy is expected to grow 4.0 per cent in 2026, according to the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO).

Malaysia’s Auto Market Maintains Momentum With 820,752 Units Sold In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian automotive market maintained its strong momentum in 2025, surpassing the 800,000-unit threshold for the second consecutive year, with total industry volume (TIV) rising to 820,752 units from 816,747 units last year, representing an increase of 0.5 per cent.

From Traditional Components To Smart Systems: MCE Eyes Sustained Growth In Malaysia's Auto Sector

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- MCE Holdings Bhd has transformed itself from a traditional automotive components manufacturer into a more technology-driven company, reflecting the broader shift towards smarter and more connected vehicles.

Indonesia’s B50 Delay Opens Short-Term Export Window For Malaysian Palm Oil -- Don

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- Indonesia’s decision to delay the implementation of the B50 biodiesel mandate presents Malaysia with a short-term opportunity to increase palm oil exports as the commodity’s price is kept stable by the move, according to an academic.

Kerjaya Prospek Shares Rise On RM201.3 Mln Selangor Project Win

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- Shares of Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd rose in early trading after the company secured a RM201.3 million contract to construct residential apartments in Selangor.

BMW Launches First Locally Assembled EV, Marking Major Milestone In Electrification Journey

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- BMW Group Malaysia has begun sales of its first locally assembled fully electric vehicle (EV), the BMW i5 eDrive40 M Sport Pro (BMW i5), marking a major milestone in the company’s electrification journey as it targets continued growth in the premium segment.

Amanda Lacaze To Retire As Lynas CEO, MD

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- Lynas Rare Earths Ltd chief executive officer and managing director Amanda Lacaze will retire after 12 years in the role.