Sheng Long Aqua Technology (M) Sdn. Bhd. Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for Its New Manufacturing Facility in Perak, Malaysia

Sheng Long Aqua Technology (M) Sdn. Bhd. Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for Its New Manufacturing Facility in Perak, Malaysia

KAMUNTING, PERAK, 10 AUGUST 2026 – Sheng Long Aqua Technology (M) Sdn.  Bhd. (“Sheng Long”) a subsidiary of Guangdong Haid Group Co., Limited (“Guangdong Haid”) based in China, today celebrated the ground-breaking of its first aquaculture feed manufacturing facility in Malaysia, marking a significant milestone in the Company’s regional expansion and reaffirming its long-term commitment to supporting the growth of Malaysia’s aquaculture industry.

Scheduled to commence operations in 2028, the new facility represents a first-phase investment of approximately RM140 million. It will manufacture high-quality aquaculture feed through equipped with 2 shrimp feed production lines and 2 fish feed production lines, with an annual production capacity of 150,000 metric tonnes. The project is expected to meet the growing demand in Malaysia and neighbouring markets, create more than 100 employment opportunities, and strengthen local manufacturing capabilities and supply chain resilience.

The ceremony was officiated by YB Mr. Teh Kok Lim, Perak State Executive Council  (EXCO) Member for Science, Environment and Green Technology and graced by  distinguished guests including YB Ong Seng Guan (Adun Pokok Assam), Dr. Ahmad  Shahir Bin Abdul Aziz (CEO of InvestPerak), Tuan Mohamed Akmal Bin Dahalan (Yang  Dipertua Majlis Perbandaran Taiping), Puan Surayu Binti Susah, Executive Director of  Manufacturing Development (Resource), Malaysian Investment Development  Authority (MIDA), Puan Nur Baiti Binti Jamalul Karib (Head of Norther Corridor  Implementation Authority Perak State) and Sheng Long’s distribution partners, and  members of the aquaculture community.

YB Mr. Teh Kok Lim stated, “Seng Long’s commitment to invest in Taiping demonstrates confidence not only in the company’s own growth prospects, but also in Perak’s ability to support that growth over the long term. The Perak State Government under the leadership of YAB Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Saarani Mohamad remains committed to facilitating investments, strengthening industry partnerships, and ensuring that Perak remains an attractive destination for both global and domestic investors.”

Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid, CEO of MIDA, said: “Sheng Long’s investment marks a meaningful step forward for our agri-food ecosystem — enhancing local manufacturing capabilities, reducing our reliance on imported feed, and directly reinforcing national food security and supply chain resilience. Beyond its economic contribution, the project will create quality employment, facilitate technology and knowledge transfer, and enhance local expertise in modern manufacturing.”

This investment comes amid sustained momentum in Malaysia’s food manufacturing sector, which attracted RM3.3 billion in approved investments in the first quarter of 2026 — among the leading industries within the RM24.1 billion approved for the manufacturing sector overall. The sector’s continued growth underscores Malaysia’s strengthening position as a regional hub for high-value, resource-based manufacturing and reflects rising investor confidence in the nation’s agri-food ecosystem.

Mr. Chuang Jie Cheng, General Manager of Sheng Long, said: “Through this investment, we aim to provide high-quality aquaculture feed, a more reliable supply chain, and comprehensive technical support to help farmers improve productivity and profitability. We look forward to growing together with Malaysia’s aquaculture industry and contributing to its long-term sustainable development.”

The Perak facility will serve as Sheng Long’s key manufacturing and technical service hub in Malaysia. Moving forward, the Company will continue to invest in manufacturing excellence, technological innovation, and talent development while working closely with its local partners to strengthen the industry competitiveness and contribute to Malaysia’s economic growth and the sustainable development of its aquaculture sector.

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About MIDA

The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) is the government’s principal investment promotion and development agency under the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) to oversee and drive investments into the manufacturing and services sectors in Malaysia. Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur Sentral, MIDA has 12 regional and 21 overseas offices. MIDA continues to be the strategic partner to businesses in seizing the opportunities arising from the technology revolution of this era. For more information, please visit www.mida.gov.my and follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok and YouTube channel.

About InvestPerak

Perak Investment Management Centre (PIMC) also known as InvestPerak, was established in January 2006 to serve as the ‘First Point of Contact for Investors’ in the manufacturing and services sectors in Perak. It primarily acts as the principal investment promotion agency of the Perak State Government and reports directly to the YAB Menteri Besar Perak. Perak State Government have mandated InvestPerak as the secretariat for Centre of Investment (COI), which empowereds the function of InvestPerak as the facilitator in assisting investors to invest in Perak. To facilitate the implementation of investment projects in Perak, COI@InvestPerak have has the authority to issue ‘Fast-Track Letter’ for strategic projects, which put the investment projects as a priority for all relevant agencies in their approval process.

About Sheng Long Aqua Technology (M) Sdn. Bhd.

Sheng Long Aqua Technology (M) Sdn. Bhd. is a subsidiary of Guangdong Haid Group Co., Ltd, a global agricultural and animal husbandry enterprise driven by technological innovation. With nearly three decades of experience in the agriculture and animal husbandry industry, the Group provides comprehensive solutions covering feed, animal health products, and professional technical services, helping farmers improve farming efficiency and achieve sustainable development.

As part of its international aquaculture business, Haid Group operates through Sheng Long Bio-tech International Co., Ltd. (“Sheng Long Group”), which has established a presence across Southeast Asia and South Asia, including Vietnam, India, Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines. Sheng Long Group has invested in 9 feed manufacturing facilities, 4 shrimp hatcheries, 1 tilapia hatchery, and 1 research and development centre in Vietnam and India. The new facility in Perak will become Sheng Long Group’s 10th feed manufacturing facility and its first production base in Malaysia. It will serve as an important operational centre for the Malaysian and Southeast Asian markets, further strengthening the Group’s regional supply capabilities and market competitiveness.

For media enquiries, please contact: 

MIDA

Puan Wan Hariati Wan Salleh
Director, Food Technology & Resource Based Industries Division
Email: [email protected]
Tel.: +603-2267 6654

InvestPerak

Puan Adina Furzanne Abdullah
Investor Relation Manager
Email: [email protected]
Tel.: +605-5292443

About Sheng Long Aqua Technology (M) Sdn. Bhd.

Mr. Chew Uik Seng 
Technical Service Department, Director
Email: [email protected]
Tel.: +601155038838