Petronas to apply AI technology in Digital Transformation Programmes

Pandemic to widen skill gaps as workplaces change, McKinsey says

Plus Solar sees opportunity to change Malaysian mindset on RE potential

73,000 jobs created in 2020, says chief statistician

Linde sets up new RM28 mln plant in Muar

NIP, the first step to Malaysia’s economic recovery – IDEAS

The future of cars is electric — what are we doing about it?

Top 10 OEMs accounted for 42% of global semiconductor market in 2020

Covid immunisation will strengthen Malaysia’s position in global supply chain — MITI

Malaysia and Singapore stand to gain from global growth in 2022, says Moody’s Analytics

Global e-commerce buy now pay later spending to surge 400% to US$352b by 2025

Malaysia-US ties expected to remain strong under Biden’s administration, say analyst

Centrient Pharmaceuticals widens portfolio via Astral SteriTech acquisition

Perodua launches ‘smart build’ sustainable blueprint

Prime industrial assets in Klang on the radar of developers, manufacturers, and investors

Careplus to acquire Negeri Sembilan land for RM9m to expand warehousing capacity

First deepwater gas production off Sabah augments Malaysia’s investment potential – Petronas

Insight – Domestic or foreign investment?

Widad partners German company to pursue hydro projects in Malaysia

Kejuruteraan Asastera ventures into solar energy business

Porsche to set up assembly plant in Kulim?

i-City GT infusing IT throughout its components

Top Glove’s R&D arm ranks second highest among Malaysian patent applicants in 2020

Malaysia’s FDI: Major factors and the way forward

Demand for quality face masks will continue rising

Govt aims to create 160,000 new jobs this year

Malaysian SMEs should lead in innovation and production, says CEO

Malaysia becomes a critical hub for Intel Corporation’s global operations

Choosing between Domestic and Foreign Investment

Digital tech growth to create 65 mln jobs annually in Asia Pacific

Vaccination programmes will boost Malaysian economy, lead to more jobs by second half

Malaysia listed among top ten in global logistics ranking

Wanted: Skills for the post-pandemic world

Alibaba Cloud: 84% of Malaysian businesses believe cloud-based tools important during Covid-19

Malaysia, UAE to foster cooperation, boost economic opportunities

Hospital bed supplier LKL plans Covid-19 contact tracing product venture

G Capital inks stake sale deal for Solarcity

Malaysia remains key Asian destination for high-value manufacturing, global services

Hong Seng inks pre-contract latex deal

Service sector revenue rises 1.7 pct in Q4 2020 – DoSM

December 2020 manufacturing sales rise 4.5%; highest growth since March 2020 — DOSM

COVID-19, trade war create opportunities for critical supply chain companies

Evolution of e-Learning in the Malaysian Higher Education Institutions

Industrial Production Index rises 1.7 pct in December 2020

Malaysia named as 4th most expected M.I.C.E destination in 2020

Industrial Production Index to recover in 2021, says economist

Malaysia remains an attractive investment destination in Asia – MIDA

NBCT’s FCZ to boost Penang Port transhipment activities

Tax exemption for new vehicles boosted Dec 2020 manufacturing

Retain industrial clusters to attract more foreign investments

Asian chipmakers rush to boost production to meet global shortage

Lower net FDI inflow may not be an unfavourable sign — MIDA

MCO extension can help protect industry, says Auto Component Association

LOGOS enters JV to develop RM1.5b logistics hub in Shah Alam

With Change Comes Opportunity

Toyo Ventures to raise up to RM46m for Vietnam power plant venture

Export and import recorded growth in December

Business conditions record significant recovery

Malaysia’s digitalisation speeding up, experts say

Solarvest rides on solar boom with 2 MoUs

Malaysian Institute of Economic Research: 70,000 jobs created for every 1pc GDP growth

Govt awards RM6.2 mil Smart Automation Grant to 66 SMEs, mid-tier companies

Malaysians need to adopt other facets of digital technology, says MDEC

Northern Corridor Economic Region surpasses initial investment target, achieves RM15.6b in 2020

PM asks industry, public to observe SOPs to ensure business, trade can continue to operate

CIMB launches GreenBizReady to help SMEs embrace sustainability

Malaysia can achieve GDP growth target

Five development projects worth RM9.63 mln for Labuan in 2021

Malaysia in midst of developing Covid-19 virus detection technology – MOSTI

Malaysia to rely on rail network to drive nation’s aspirations — transport minister

Malaysian enterprises keen to adopt hybrid cloud services

NTT opens fifth data centre in Malaysia

Perodua targets higher sales of 240,000 vehicles in 2021

Widad inks MoC on photovoltaic plant management project

AIMS Group optimistic about data centre industry growth in 2021

Global silicon wafer revenue stayed stable in 2020 as shipments edged up, says SEMI

Malaysia leads in private cloud adoption during pandemic: Nutanix

Essential, critical sectors remain major contributors to GDP during MCO 2.0, says Tengku Zafrul

Malaysia third most attractive Asean country for hotel investment, survey shows

Malaysia’s trade expected to recover in 2021 — Investment banks

Greatech partners US-based ATLIS to develop electric vehicle battery pack assembly production line in Arizona

Digitalisation shaping up to be part of new norm

Global business travel to grow 21pc in 2021, trade group forecasts

Moody’s: December trade data provides optimism for manufacturing-led rebound in 2021

Global semiconductor sales rose 6.5% y-o-y to US$439b in 2020, says SIA

Malaysia to benefit from recovery in China and US

‘On right track to boost economy’

Malaysia’s external trade fairly well despite unprecedented scenario, says MITI

MIDA: Accelerating Investments is Key

240 high-profile foreign investment projects worth RM81.8b being negotiated, says MIDA

NBCT to be gazetted as Free Trade Zone starting Feb 1

Jerasia to expand foray in PPE into gloves, plans private placement, rights issue with warrants

Digitalisation efforts must be in tandem with initiatives to reduce digital divide- UNDP

‘Malaysia is gateway to RCEP’

Petronas still ‘most valuable’ in Asean

Reviving domestic investments

Malaysia, Italy seek stronger ties in aerospace

IMF lifts global growth forecast for 2021

Malaysia remains a competitive investment destination despite global uncertainties – MIDA

Malaysia and Australia enhance cooperation with Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

Developing economies should create more high-level jobs in gig economy — MTDC

100 SME firms to take part in AI4S programme

Bank on the competitive edge, up the game plan for FDI, says Economist

DexCom to begin construction of facility in early February, says InvestPenang

IGEM 2020 generates potential investment of RM3.4 bilion – Tuan Ibrahim

MIDA targets RM2 bln business leads at IGEM 2021

NCER spearheads socio-economic recovery in Perak via digital, tech industries

Tech sector to continue outperforming peers in medium-, long-term

World economy to make a comeback this year, led by China, says APIB

SK Nexilis to build RM2.3bil plant in Malaysia, its first overseas production base

Doing more to attract FDI flow

NWP ventures into motorbike manufacturing

MDEC announces ‘reinvent’ mission to attract digital investment

Micron Malaysia commits to hiring retrenched workers, nurturing talents amid pandemic

Azmin: Economy does not run on ‘off-on’ mode, will take time to recover after MCO

SD Motors expects local assembly of Hyundai to increase

Malaysia’s semiconductor sector outlook upgraded on 5G tech, electric vehicles demand

Covid-19 pandemic gives a huge boost to digital adoption

Eurocham Malaysia urges business community to avoid lockdown by doing its part

Foreign companies remain committed, value long-term partnership with Malaysia

MITI revises anti-dumping duties on cold rolled coils from Vietnam

Enhance negotiation process to attract investors – Sabah CM

Iskandar Malaysia outlines high-impact initiatives to spur economic recovery, says PM

Sarawak, Italy collaboration can benefit both parties

Automotive sector TIV expected to grow 8 pct in 2021: MAA

Malaysia has right formula for health, economic recovery — Tengku Zafrul

Perlis, NCIA outline development priorities for Northern Corridor Economic Region amid Covid-19

ASEAN member states need to move as one bloc in accelerating digitalisation

Conditions in APAC to improve in 2021: Moody’s

Digitalisation during the pandemic – A force for organisational change and talent development

Emergency proclamation will not scare away investors, says Tengku Zafrul

Halal food to become F&N’s new pillar of growth

Finance minister: MCO 2.0 less impact to the economy

World-class logistics hub to liven up the capital city of Selangor

New development formula vital for achieving high-income nation status

Global semiconductor chip sales expected to grow to US$1 trillion in early 2030s

LOGOS enters first Malaysian JV to deliver RM1.5b logistics hub

AmBank offers MIDA SAG grant for SME, MTC

Impact of current MCO on economy expected to be manageable – PM

KRC attracts RM2.1 bln investments from local rubber industry players – Kedah MB

Permai assistance package can boost GDP growth, sustain SMEs, say economists

Sankyu builds first HR training centre outside Japan in Iskandar Puteri

Ambank inks MoU with MIDA on Smart Automation grant for SME, MTCs

Experts: MCO needed to control pandemic, for economic recovery

TE Asia aims to expand chain of specialty hospitals

ASEAN needs to promote digital infrastructure development for small businesses, individuals

Imposition of State of Emergency won’t affect investor confidence — Azmin

Pharmaceutical firms in the limelight

Car manufacturing gazetted as essential services, now allowed in MCO

AT expands to build second factory, acquires 7.2 ha site

Kawan to ride on growing frozen food demand

Tek Seng acquiring industrial properties

MESB proposes diversification into waste recycling business

Samaiden bags RM25.8m Terengganu power plant job

Scanwolf to manufacture plastic film for packaging industry

AMCHAM lauds govt’s sustained engagement in implementing MCO 2.0

Malaysia’s economy has the resilience to bounce back strongly

Volkswagen Group sets up regional Parts Distribution Centre in Tanjung Pelepas

How global chip shortage is impacting Japan’s carmakers

Global economy can shake off pandemic in 2021, say policymakers, industry leader

Penang manufacturers well-prepared for MCO

AE Multi to build factory for new glove entrant PNE PCB

Greatech buys land in Batu Kawan to expand capacity

Petrochemicals to gain from consumer-led recovery

Economic activities will continue to function during state of emergency – PM Muhyiddin

Govt assures Malaysians, investors a well-regulated financial system

MIDA to operate with reduced staff during MCO

MITI formulates SOPs for effective business continuity plan

MITI’s list of essential services assures manufacturers- FMM

Our commitment to constructive engagement towards economic recovery

Asia’s corporate earnings expected to rise 26.4% in 2021, Refinitiv data shows

Here is MITI’s list of essential businesses

Pharmamiaga to manufacture Sinovac COVID-19 vaccine starting March

Advancecon inks solar power purchase agreements with two companies

MCO: Economic sectors should make necessary adjustments

Malaysia continues to be preferred investment destination, says Tengku Zafrul

Manufacturing sales grow 2.1 pct in Nov 2020

Only 5 economic sectors allowed to operate during MCO — PM

Sabah State Govt Sets Up Economic Advisory Council

Case Study: From spices to IoT

Transportation and logistics to see recovery

Inix-L&S Gloves to double production capacity by Feb

More tech talents needed to cope with technology adoption

DPMM Labuan to play crucial role in local economic development

Grow the E&E golden goose up the value chain

Strong German support

Malaysia remains a competitive investment location for German companies

VS allocates RM200 mln capex for FY21

KESM unfazed by market downturn, to invest in new factory space in Malacca

Finance minister: Govt understands importance of foreign direct investments

PNE PCB ventures into rubber glove production, distribution

Petronas takes over Sarawak offshore gas hub from Shell

APAC to Lead Economic Recovery Post COVID-19 Recession

Kedah to receive RM1.5 bil investment in green vehicle tech, defence sectors

Malaysia’s economy to rebound faster once Covid-19 successfully controlled

Malaysia’s renewable energy industry on the right track — Plus Solar

Aerodyne expands to Austria, Switzerland, Germany

IBM: 60pc of executives accelerate digital transformation amid pandemic

ASEAN Should Work Towards International Standards in Providing Universal Internet Connectivity

Malaysia needs to invest in, generate more value-added palm oil products

Malaysian team turns pineapple waste into disposable drone parts

Surviving The Impact of Covid-19: Healthcare the sector with the most deals

Ipmuda diversifying into healthcare and energy

K-Star Sports partners AT Systematization to market gloves in China, Taiwan

Malaysia manufacturing PMI hits 4-month high in Dec 2020

Malaysia’s economic rebound depends on global trade – Moody’s Analytics

Asian factories bounce back from COVID-19 hit

‘State still drawing foreign investors’

Asian companies hope for better prospects

Bright spots to lift domestic economy

Urgent and unprecedented demand for technology talent: Randstad Malaysia

Will RCEP usher in a year of trade for Malaysia?

ITRAMAS targets 60 pct revenue from solar segment

The 200mm fab wafer – a comeback kid

Wider technology gap among manufacturers

Boosting Malaysia – China investments and trade

A Rock Group eyes acquisition opportunities to expand foothold

KKMM to speed up provision of internet in interior areas this year — Saifuddin

‘Malaysia remains among 30 most competitive economies in the world’

Tech, cross-border activities set to drive Asia M&A next year

UK wants to strengthen trade and investment ties with Malaysia post-Brexit

12MP to focus on new economic drivers — Muhyiddin

China remains Malaysia’s largest trading partner for 11th year

Local auto players confident TIV can exceed 500,000 units this year

Petronas anticipates challenging oil & gas industry in 2021

Ukraine maintains momentum of its bilateral trade with Malaysia despite COVID-19

K-One Technology’s unit gets approval for nasal swab manufacturing, supply

RM425 mln convention centre to boost Ipoh’s business tourism

Manufacturing sector needs new master plan to enhance competitiveness

Govt to speed up approval for entry of business travellers, subject to strict conditions

Stronger recovery path seen in automotive sector after vehicle sales tax exemption extended

New fresh milk factory at Linggi farm can process 30,000 litres daily — FGV

Vehicle sales tax exemption extended until June 2021 – MoF

KeTSA introduces three initiatives to encourage use of solar PV

Asia and emerging markets poised to lead global economic recovery — Manulife Investment Management

AT Systematization opens glove manufacturing facility in Perak

Companies more likely to hire fresh graduates in next two years – Survey

Hong Seng acquires land in Kedah Rubber City for RM45.74m

Malaysia imposes provisional anti-dumping duties on steel imports from Indonesia, Vietnam

Sabah Govt Officials To Visit China Post-Covid-19 To Attract Investors

UOB survey: Upskill or reskill to stay relevant in job market

5G to facilitate boom in smart buildings

Right time for economic reform

RMHTC to strengthen Russia-Malaysia collaboration, act as a springboard into ASEAN market

Not all doom and gloom for Malaysians in 2020

Economic recovery likely in early months of 2021, says DOSM

KTG appoints Howellcare as turnkey contractor for RM54 mln glove factory

Malaysia remains steadfast in championing regional trade

Ta Win completes acquisition of 32.5 pct stake in Royce Pharma

Three challenges for Asia’s next generation digital economy – UNESCAP

12MP to be tabled in Parliament in March 2021 — Mustapa

Diversified revenues allow Sarawak to be less dependent on timber — Abang Johari

Kelantan to build cold rooms for storing export Musang King

Malaysia’s first autonomous vehicle testing route gets approval

MITI imposes anti-dumping duties on products from China, South Korea, Vietnam

Tech: SMEs should prioritise collaborations and upskilling efforts in digitalisation journey

Bosch completes one of Malaysia’s largest rooftop PV installation in Penang plant

Digitalisation transformation a necessity for business: Panellists

Industry players expect 2021 to be bumper year for some sectors

Azmin Ali: RCEP enhances market access for Malaysian products post-Covid-19

VentureTECH invests RM10 mln in Malaysia’s first biogradable jerry can

Jiankun to invest RM50m in nitrile rubber production venture

Deputy CM: O&G industry must contribute more to Sabah economy

NanoMalaysia and Bonric develop ESD latex gloves

Taraf Raya signs MoU with MRL, CCC on Pahang ECRL project

Mah Sing going full tilt in gloves and healthcare diversification

Key Alliance plans to acquire 30 pct of Tree Med for RM14 mln

Govt strives to make Malaysia an attractive investment destination – PM

Four key indicators to spur economic recovery — Deputy Minister

World Bank: Containing Covid-19 Must Remain Malaysia’s Top Priority

Manufacturing sector sales will remain lacklustre in 4Q

Supermax incorporates new subsidiary in US

Building tomorrow’s talent for industries of the future

The future of Malaysia’s rail industry

Ajiya awards solar contract to Plus Solar

Maritime industry expects to rally after pandemic shockwave

Asia: Economic Year in Review 2020

MIDA bridges academic-industrial collaboration between Panasonic, UM

Sabah to set up one-stop centre for investors

IMF projects Malaysia’s GDP to grow by 7% in 2021

Mestron partners Samdo Smart Solar to undertake EPCC for solar power systems on telco towers

Mi Technovation to acquire 99% stake in Taiwanese firm for RM217m

China is Malaysia’s main export market in 2019

Dutch Lady to invest RM340m in N. Sembilan’s dairy plant

Local firms urged to leverage opportunities from China’s tech rise

MITI: Govt committed to promoting ethical recruitment practices

Malaysia to benefit from in RCEP through economic integration, facilitation

MITI: Political changes in Malaysia will not have impact on trade

Use cloud to grow your business, Alibaba Cloud urges SMEs

Malaysia’s 2021 economic recovery underpinned by effective vaccine roll-out, says World Bank

Global shortage of gloves to persist for next two to three years

Mah Sing diversification into glove manufacturing on track

F&N buys stake in Sri Nona Companies for RM60m cash

Local O&G services, equipment industry sees recovery

Sarawak Energy aspires to share renewable energy expertise with neighbouring countries, says group CEO

Malaysia can be world leader in Islamic Fintech

N. Sembilan targets RM10b investments next year, says MB

Sarawak beats others states in FDI

Report: Transformation must happen for Asean to realise digital economy potential

VentureTECH inks RM10m investment agreement with Kiwitech

A year of RCEP and strengthening trade

Hanwha Energy starts commercial production at Malaysian solar plant

Japan optimistic on prospects of stronger economic relations with Malaysia

Malaysia well-positioned for economic recovery in 2021

SIRIM, Hitachi team up to offer industry 4.0 digital solutions to SMEs

Ongoing recovery China to lift Malaysia’s industrial production: Moody’s

Bina Darulaman forms JV with MBI Kedah to develop Langkawi Premium Outlet integrated project

Luxchem to buy 55% stakes in three firms for RM121m, to raise up to RM97m via private placement

Petronas set to help Sarawak grow O&G supply chain

Asia Poly on expansion drive

Malaysia to see greater digital connectivity through Jendela

Iconic Worldwide aims to be leading gloves maker

Impiana Hotels plans to develop resort in Tioman

East Malaysia leads rise in approved investments

RCEP will spur global economy

Samaiden eyes solar, biomass projects

Solar sector in vogue

Malaysia’s investment approval target forecast to hit RM138bil in 2020

RCEP supports the recovery of investment climate

ECERDC aims to draw RM31 bil private investments to Pahang by 2025

Mustapa: New economic sectors to be identified under 12MP

Mobilise Malaysian investment in times of crisis: Economist

Malaysia ranked 33 out of 131 countries in Global Innovation Index

Plywood maker Cymao in final stage of discussion on new business

IR4.0 will create more highly-skilled jobs

Petronas Gas extends steam supply to Japan-owned Polyplastics

Export duty exemption worth RM325.2 mil utilised by oil palm industry

KPower bags RM296m hydropower project in Perak

Tech: US-based chip gear giant Lam Research’s largest facility to be built in Penang

MIDA, Cyberview sign MoU to attract high value, tech-based services investments

Auto industry: Banner year, driven by govt incentives

Digitalisation development in new services sector blueprint a top priority

Inix to acquire distribution firm to support entry into glove market

Johor poised to be regional hub for drones, robotics with dedicated zone in Iskandar Malaysia

New policy to transform Malaysia from user to developer of technologies

GDEX partners Tasco to improve logistics delivery services

Ta Win aims to be Asia’s go-to copper player

Manufacturing on growth path

Agreement signals new era in Sarawak O&G development, says SPECA

Nokia: Global 5G deployment accelerates in 2020 despite pandemic

Solarvest, Satria Megajuta secure solar PV contracts

Len Talif: Sarawak seeks collaboration to develop engineered timber products

Readying the E&E Industry for Growth

MGA looks forward to Natural Gas Roadmap

Global semiconductor sales forecast to rise 5.1% in 2020, jump 8.4% in 2021

Inix pays 45% deposit to buy 51% of rubber glove factory

Malaysia ranks second in Asia Pacific for global connectedness

Malaysia Set to Recover in 2021 Despite Headwinds — MIDF Research

Malaysia-Italy Trade Stable Despite COVID-19 Setbacks

MIDA, KOSME, Korea Desk promotes business partnerships between Malaysia, Korea

Natural gas to contribute RM400 bln to public finances over next decade

RM61.7 bln manufacturing, service projects approved from March to Sept

JF Technology foresees bright outlook for semiconductor sector

KL ranked second best city in the world for expats

Natural gas to play crucial role for national energy transition, says Muhyiddin

Malaysia receives regional healthcare recognition

MITI launches smart automation grant for local players

Manufacturing and agriculture sectors main contributors to economic growth during Covid-19

UMP focuses on high-end TVET

Bioalpha partners with HK-listed Ritamix to manufacture dietary supplement

Nitrile latex could hit all-time high this month, raising glove production costs by 70% q-o-q — KAF Research

Taliworks ventures into renewable energy market

Fitch: Improving outlook for Asia-Pacific power, renewables projects in 2021

Malaysia’s manufacturing sector recovery moderated further in November — IHS Markit

Huawei Malaysia launches incubator and acceleration programme for tech startups

Malaysia records RM109.8b worth of approved investments in Jan-Sept 2020

Malaysian Businesses Expects Pre-Covid Profitability by End-2022

AME Elite plans to establish and list industrial REIT

Asean PMI stabilised in November, ending eight-month downturn — IHS Markit

Vizione signs deal to acquire 51% of glove maker for RM5m

Vizione to inject RM30m in capex to boost glove business capacity

N Sembilan recorded over RM11b manufacturing investments from 2015 to June this year, state assembly told

World Bank hub in Malaysia to bring together economic, financial experts – Tengku Zafrul

GDEX’s long term industry prospect remains bright

Taliworks ventures into renewable energy market

OSC receives over 2,500 applications for business travellers — MIDA

MIDA eyes 23 high-profile projects with potential investment value of RM75.4b for 2021, Dewan Rakyat told

Johor manufacturing sector records RM5.71 bil investment in Jan-Sept 2020

Malaysia to Go 5G • Go Cloud • Go AI – Grow with intelligence

Govt will ensure Malaysia remains attractive for FDI, DDI — Tengku Zafrul

Hong Seng on track with healthcare, hire purchase diversification

APIB urges Chinese businesses to capitalise on Malaysia’s tax incentives

Cargill to invest US$20 mln to expand production facility in Port Klang

UTP remains Malaysia’s top private university in QS Asia Rankings 2021

Budget 2021 approval will augur well for economic recovery

New tech war narrative in post-Trump era

‘Too early to call’ impact on O&G

Eonmetall eyes venture into glove manufacturing

Mah Sing Plastics inks RM12 mln PV deal with Plus Solar

GDEX to expand warehouses, distribution centres and fleet

Malaysia-UK trade, investment ties enhanced via formation of joint committee

E-commerce surges in Southeast Asia

Palm oil industry adapts to new norm, business model despite Covid-19 — MPOB DG

SIRIM develops innovative solutions for biogas production

ARB partners with Chinese telco to undertake smart building projects in Malaysia

MIDA in talks to bring projects worth RM21b to Malaysia

Govt initiatives to drive economic growth

Measures to spur business activity would help companies, industries

Acme inks collaboration to manufacture hardware devices for AI

Sarawak aspires to become major hydrogen exporter — Abang Johari

Malaysia’s technology sector to ride imminent upcycle

MIDA encourages palm oil industry players to apply for industry4WRD DISF

FDI seen reviving gradually

MITI approves 312 projects worth RM22.9 bln via e-ML platform