Malaysia’s palm oil output could exceed 2025 level
MPOB forecasts 2026 crude palm oil production of 19.5 million to 19.8 million tonnes, against last year’s 20.28 million tonnes.
EV, Energy & Manufacturing
Electric vehicles, energy, industry and manufacturing.
TTM spends about RM100 million annually with Malaysian suppliers
The terminal tractor manufacturer has exported more than 8,000 Malaysia-built vehicles to customers in over 50 countries as of end-June 2026.
New Mazda CX-5 listed at RM171,510.40 ahead of Malaysian launch
The third-generation SUV is due to launch on October 8, 2026, with a single 2.5G High variant and a standard sunroof.
Malaysia and France expected to sign energy transition MOU
Fadillah said discussions with the French ambassador also covered renewable energy and closer bilateral cooperation.
Top Glove targets 78 billion pieces in annual capacity amid labour shortage
The group is seeking an 8% increase in FY2027 and plans to recruit workers while improving productivity and automation.
Facelifted 2026 Honda City Hatchback enters production in Melaka
The model has recorded over 51,000 Malaysian sales since its late-2021 debut and is now receiving its second facelift.
FPSO JAK lease to run until 2036 under contract amendment
Yinson said the lease extension and an additional day rate would increase Yinson Production’s firm contract backlog by approximately US$600 million.
Proton’s 2026 sales pass 2025 full-year total
September sales reached 19,465 units, taking the carmaker’s year-to-date tally to 160,886 units.
Audit flags LCS delay risk from incomplete supplementary contracts
The government paid EUR124.35 million for the Naval Strike Missile system before Norway permanently cancelled its export licence, the audit found.
Federal subsidy spending falls 40.1% to RM23.43 billion in 2025
Welfare grants and aid reached RM20.36 billion, while lower petroleum subsidies drove the decline in overall subsidy spending.
