Bio Eneco Strengthens Biomass Processing Capability With Third Plant In Gebeng

KUANTAN, Feb 9 (Bernama) -- Bio Eneco Sdn Bhd’s latest biomass processing facility in Gebeng is capable of processing up to 20,000 metric tonnes of palm oil waste per month, with the output targeted for export to Japan, Thailand, and the Philippines.

SME Corp Malaysia Opens 2026 MSME Programme Applications

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 9 (Bernama) -- Micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) can now apply for the 2026 programmes under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) implemented by SME Corporation Malaysia (SME Corp).

JS-SEZ Investment Blueprint, Master Plan To Be Launched March 30 In Johor Bahru

JOHOR BAHRU, Feb 9 (Bernama) -- The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) investment blueprint and master plan will be launched on March 30 in Johor Bahru.

JS-SEZ, Rising FDI Boost Malaysia’s Data Centre, Advanced Manufacturing Sectors

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is seeing strong momentum in data centre and advanced manufacturing developments, driven by rising foreign direct investment (FDI) and the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), according to Australia-based project advisory and management consultancy firm, TBH Consultancy.

Market Assessments Raise Malaysia’s Growth Outlook To 4.5–5.0 Pct This Year -- PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 7 (Bernama) -- Current market assessments place Malaysia’s economic growth in the range of 4.5 to 5.0 per cent in 2026, reflecting strengthening domestic demand and continued investment momentum, in line with expectations from the Finance Ministry and international institutions, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Climate Finance Innovation Lab Onboards 30 Projects, Funding Needs Exceed RM4 Bln

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 6 (Bernama) -- The Joint Committee on Climate Change (JC3) Climate Finance Innovation Lab (CFIL) has onboarded 30 projects as of January 2026, with total funding needs exceeding RM4 billion.

Malaysia To Continue On Positive Growth Trajectory - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia will continue on a positive growth trajectory, one that is resilient, inclusive and governed with honour.

Strong Governance Plays Key Role In Realising Malaysia’s Economic Goals - Tunku Naquiyuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- Strong governance, leadership discipline, and trust are central to Malaysia’s ability to realise its economic goals, said the Tunku Laksamana and former Regent of Negeri Sembilan, Tunku Datuk Seri Utama Naquiyuddin ibni Almarhum Tuanku Ja’afar.

Malaysia Has Strong Potential To Leapfrog In Climate-related Projects -- Liew

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has strong potential to leapfrog in climate-related projects and position itself as a global model for climate solutions if capital, policy and knowledge development are effectively aligned, said Deputy Finance Minister Liew Chin Tong.

PNB To Assess Sunway's VGO For IJM Based On Commercial Basis

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) — Permodalan Nasional Bhd (PNB) will assess Sunway Bhd’s voluntary general offer (VGO) for IJM Corporation Bhd based on commercial considerations, offer risks, governance, investment returns, and Sunway’s strategic plans post- acquisition.

Proton Expands Electrification Strategy With Entry Into PHEV Segment

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- Proton has expanded its electrification strategy by going into the plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) segment, positioning the new Proton e.MAS 7 PHEV as a key offering to widen market reach beyond full electric vehicles.

KAF Digital Bank Appoints Suzaini Mukhtar As CEO

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- KAF Digital Bank Bhd has appointed Suzaini Mukhtar as chief executive officer (CEO), effective Feb 1, 2026.