MRDC develops programmes to expand Malaysian rail manufacturing
Equipment manufacturing and train refurbishment initiatives aim to widen local participation, while MRDC forecasts demand for at least 10,000 workers by 2030.
EV, Energy & Manufacturing
Electric vehicles, energy, industry and manufacturing.
Malaysia targets fourth-quarter launch for natural gas roadmap
The plan, initially due in the third quarter, is expected to change gas pricing, supply and regulation across the country.
Malaysia approves first raw rare earths export under revised rules
The approval covers research and development, while the revised framework also allows conditional exports for processing.
Gentari and BYD sign pact to study Malaysian flash-charging rollout
The companies will assess potential sites and supporting infrastructure, with battery energy storage also included in the partnership.
Bus Cap signs deal to explore Malaysian EV charging venture
The arrangement with Starcharge Energy includes possible local assembly of charging equipment and is non-binding apart from certain provisions.
Aramco and Asian refiners clash over purchase obligations in 2027 talks
Refiners want spot purchases counted towards their 2026 commitments, while Aramco is seeking additional contracted volumes next year, traders said.
Malaysia weighs temporary crude palm oil export tax waiver
Inventories reached a record in September, while the export duty for November was kept at 10%.
LCS1 physical delivery target revised to April 2027
Lunas said Norway’s cancellation of a missile-system export licence affected the schedule, while further contract variation order delays could push delivery back again.
Port of Tanjung Pelepas takes up 16,000 green electricity blocks
The port’s subscription covers 16 GWh monthly and runs from May 2026 to December 2027, according to a joint statement with TNB.
Sarawak targets 15,000MW generation capacity by 2035
Three power projects totalling 3,285MW are being implemented, while the state is also planning electricity exports to additional markets.
