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Building Technology

Malaysia’s building technology industry is a dynamic and integral part of the economy, renowned for its high-quality raw materials and components that are widely used globally. The industry encompasses key sectors such as non-metallic minerals and Industrialised Building Systems (IBS), which are important in the industrial supply chains while attracting high value-added investments.

Non-metallic Mineral

58%

Domestic Investments

(RM3.1 bil)

RM5.3 bil

Total Approved Investments in 2024

35%

42%

Foreign Investments

(RM2.2 bil)

Non-metallic Mineral

RM5.3 bil

Total Approved Investments in 2024

58%

Domestic Investments

(RM3.1 bil)

42%

Foreign Investments

(RM2.2 bil)

56

Approved Projects

2,905

Job Opportunities

For more statistics, please click here.

Non-metallic Mineral Products

Malaysia’s Non-Metallic Mineral industry centres on the manufacturing of glass, ceramics and clay-based products, cement, concrete and other products such as silica sand, kaolin, lime products, marble, quartz, and granite.

NON-METALLIC MINERAL

Glass products
  • Float glass
  • Solar glass
    • Solar glass is a combination of solar and glass technologies, and is often used for the top surfaces of thermal collectors and photovoltaic modules.
  • Safety glass
  • Borosilicate glass tubing
  • Glassware
  • Architectural glass
  • Glass fibre
  • High-technology precision glass products

The sub-sector is expected to expand to encompass functional materials, as well as low emission glass, high performance glass, and specially-coated glass, to meet the increasing demand from the construction and solar industries.

Ceramics & clay-based products
  • Traditional ceramics
    • This include walls, floor and roofing tiles, bathroom fixtures, tableware and bricks
  • Fine and Advanced ceramics

This is a relatively new segment in Malaysia with wide technologically advanced applications in electronics, aerospace, medicine and other areas

Cement products
  • This includes ordinary portland cement, hydraulic cement, slag cement, fly ash cement, blended cement and cementitious material
Glass products
  • Float glass
  • Solar glass
    • Solar glass is a combination of solar and glass technologies, and is often used for the top surfaces of thermal collectors and photovoltaic modules.
  • Safety glass
  • Borosilicate glass tubing
  • Glassware
  • Architectural glass
  • Glass fibre
  • High-technology precision glass products

The sub-sector is expected to expand to encompass functional materials, as well as low emission glass, high performance glass, and specially-coated glass, to meet the increasing demand from the construction and solar industries.

Ceramics & clay-based products
  • Traditional ceramics
    • This include walls, floor and roofing tiles, bathroom fixtures, tableware and bricks
  • Fine and Advanced ceramics

This is a relatively new segment in Malaysia with wide technologically advanced applications in electronics, aerospace, medicine and other areas

Cement products
  • This includes ordinary portland cement, hydraulic cemment, slag cement, fly ash cement, blended cement and cementitious meterial

One of the advancements in materials development is composite materials. A well-known example of a composite material using glass fiber is fiberglass.

Fiberglass is a lightweight, durable, and corrosion-resistant material made from glass fibers reinforced with resin. Widely used across industries, fiberglass plays a crucial role in construction (insulation, reinforcement), automotive (body panels), aerospace (aircraft parts), marine (boat hulls), and renewable energy (wind turbine blades). Its high strength-to-weight ratio, electrical insulation properties, and cost-effectiveness make it a preferred material for modern manufacturing and infrastructure.

MIDA is actively promoting investments in this sector due to its wide-range of applications across various advanced industries. In order to improve productivity and stay competitive, industry players are encouraged to focus on modernisation, machinery & equipment and development of skilled workers.

Our Investors' Highlights

CRT Manufacturing Sdn. Bhd. is a local home-grown patent inventor of non-metallic construction material. CRT is a pioneer manufacturer of STARBARS, a Corrosion-Free Carbon Steel Alternative in Malaysia. One of its key products, Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) bars, is a lightweight and corrosion-resistant composite material used in construction. Our products (STARBARS) are alternative to the traditional steel reinforcement and offer advantages such as non-conductivity and durability. GFRP bars (STARBARS) are commonly used in structure and infrastructure projects like building, bridges and marine structures, providing a reliable solution for areas prone to corrosion. A certified green product, GFRP bars (STARBARS) also known as ‘Green Reinforcement Product’, combines polymer rebar reinforced with nanotechnology fiberglass for high performance in sustainable building solutions.

- CRT Manufacturing Sdn. Bhd.

Industrial Building System (IBS)

84%

Domestic Investments

(RM391 mil)

RM466 mil

Total Approved Investments in 2024

44%

16%

Foreign Investments

(RM75 mil)

Industrialised Building System (IBS)

RM466 mil

Total Approved Investments in 2024

84%

Domestic Investments

(RM391 mil)

16%

Foreign Investments

(RM75 mil)

For more statistics, please click here.

Industrialised Building System (IBS)

The Industrialised Building System (IBS) in Malaysia is gaining momentum as the construction sector moves towards greater efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness. With labor shortages posing a significant challenge, the demand for prefabricated and modular construction is rising, offering faster project timelines and enhanced quality control.

As Malaysia prioritizes green buildings and sustainable construction, local IBS players are encouraged to use sustainable materials in IBS manufacturing, such as recycled aggregates and energy-efficient insulation. This not only aligns with Malaysia’s green building goals but also further enhances the overall efficiency and environmental sustainability of the construction industry.

IBS adoption is aided by government incentives to further promote technology integration and productivity improvement. Among incentives available are Automation Capital Allowance, Reinvestment Allowance and Tax Incentives for IBS manufacturing.

Notable Companies in Malaysia

YTL Cement Berhad

Kim Hin Industry Berhad

SCHAEFER KALK
(Malaysia) Sdn Bhd

Nippon Electric Glass (M) Sdn Bhd

Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited

Kibing Group (M) Sdn Bhd

Gamuda Industrial Building
System Sdn Bhd

Altech Chemicals Sdn Bhd

White Horse Ceramic
Industries Sdn Bhd

Malaysia Sheet
Glass Sdn Bhd (NSG Group)

Cement Industries
of Malaysia Berhad

IJM IBS Sdn Bhd

Our Investors' Highlights

Inovasi Kristal Sdn. Bhd. (IKSB), a subsidiary of Malaysian Resources Corporation Berhad (MRCB), is at the forefront of modular construction innovation. MRCB Building System (MBS) is MRCB’s cutting edge proprietary modular technology designed to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and quality in construction.

The MBS modular technology utilises Prefabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction (PPVC), where modules are precision-built off-site in a controlled facility, with flooring, paintwork, windows, doors, and all essential electrical and plumbing systems largely completed with flooring, paintwork, windows, doors, and all essential electrical and plumbing systems largely completed with flooring, paintwork, windows, doors, and all essential electrical and plumbing systems largely completed. These fully finished modules are then transported, lifted into place, and securely fastened, significantly reducing construction time.

Compared to conventional methods, modular construction minimises on-site labor, vehicle movement, and heavy machinery use, leading to lower carbon emissions and reduced environmental impact. It also decreases noise, dust, and construction waste, contributing to cleaner, more sustainable developments. Because construction takes place in a controlled indoor environment, constructing with MBS modular technology ensures better material integrity, improved worker safety, and faster project delivery.

- Inovasi Kristal Sdn. Bhd. (IKSB)

Get Started

MIDA provides comprehensive support to your business as you consider the competitive and comparative advantages Malaysia has to offer for your investment. Explore our dedicated resources, wide range of facilities or consultation services to assist you in expanding your operations here.
Learn more about the essential forms and guidelines to help you get started on your journey in Malaysia’s manufacturing sector.
Submit your application for a Manufacturing License or other incentives here.
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