Petronas Dagangan Records Stronger Performance In FY2024, Declares 45 Sen Dividend

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- Petronas Dagangan Bhd’s (PDB) net profit increased to RM1.09 billion in the financial year ended Dec 30, 2024 (FY2024), compared to RM943.08 million in the same period a year earlier.

Bursa Malaysia Lower At Midday, In Line With Regional Peers

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session lower, in line with regional peers on caution over US tariffs.

ES Sunlogy Aims To Grow Solar Energy Portfolio Via Participation In RE Initiatives

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- ES Sunlogy Bhd aims to expand its portfolio in the solar energy sector via participation in renewable energy (RE) initiatives such as the large-scale solar 5 programme (LSS5), LSS5+ and the corporate green power programme.

ASEAN Committed To Strengthening WTO - Envoy

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- ASEAN is committed to contributing constructively to further strengthen the World Trade Organisation (WTO), including through engagement with other members and various stakeholders at any available platform.

RHB Raises Sustainable Financing Target To RM90 Bln By 2027

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- RHB Banking Group has set a new target of RM90 billion for sustainable financial services (SFS) by 2027 from its earlier RM50 billion target by 2026.

SC Partners ICAEW To Enhance Expertise In Sustainability Disclosures

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has initiated a collaboration with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) through a letter of intent (LoI) to work together in specific areas.

Malaysia's Architectural Services Should Emerge As Strong Contributor To total Services Trade -- Liew

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s architecture and professional design services should emerge as a strong contributor to the country’s total services trade due to their seamless blend of modern functionality and deep cultural heritage.

Logistics Sector Must Take Advantage Of Govt Support To Adopt Industry 4.0 - Loke

SUBANG JAYA, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- The logistics sector must take advantage of government support, such as the income tax exemption for smart logistics complexes, to further uplift the sector and encourage the adoption of Industry 4.0 technology, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke. 

RTEDM Outlines Initiatives To Promote Adoption Of Emerging Technologies, Including AI -- Digital Ministry

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint (RTEDM), monitored by the National Council of Digital Economy and Fourth Industrial Revolution (MED4IR), outlines initiatives to promote the development and adoption of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain, said the Digital Ministry.

Penang Port’s Cargo Handling Increases To 32.33 Mln Fwt In 2024 - Hasbi

GEORGE TOWN, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- Penang Port continued its excellent performance in cargo handling in 2024, handling 32.33 million freight weight tonnes, an increase of 0.77 per cent.

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.

EPIC Chalks Up Record Revenue Of RM403.8 Mln For FY2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 18 (Bernama) -- Eastern Pacific Industrial Corporation Bhd (EPIC), a subsidiary of the Terengganu state government, achieved record revenue of RM403.8 million in the 2024 financial year.