Malaysia considers participation in Embraer supply chain
Discussions with the Brazilian company could open the way to explore collaboration on Malaysia’s local downstream ecosystem, the defence minister said.
Investment & Expansion
Foreign and domestic investment, new plants, expansion plans and funding.
Inta Bina launches RM290.96 million apartment development in Bukit Jelutong
The 499-unit project is the builder’s second property development and is scheduled to take 36 months to construct.
SME group seeks grants tied to business gains in Budget 2027
The association also wants foreign investment assessed by local procurement, supplier participation and transfers of technology and knowledge.
SME and retail groups urge delay to minimum wage increase
A survey of 333 businesses found 95.8% favoured postponing an immediate nationwide increase and introducing any higher wage floor in phases.
Partial night closures on Jalan Permatang Damar Laut from Oct 8
The restrictions will support Mutiara Line LRT utility works, with closures scheduled from 10pm to 5am until Dec 31.
RTS Link passenger operations expected to start in February 2027
System testing and trial runs are targeted to finish by Dec 31, with third-party safety certification and approvals from both countries factored into the schedule.
US manufacturers turn towards Malaysian inputs after tariffs
Manufacturing respondents reported RM42.86 billion in project costs within their Malaysian operations for 2024-2025, almost 51 per cent above the previous survey.
Gas Malaysia plans Kedah LNG terminal costing RM2 billion to RM3 billion
The proposed facility in Yan is due to start operating by the end of 2030 and would offer an alternative to supplies from PETRONAS.
Johor-Singapore committee to meet on Nov 2 before economic zone plan launch
The JS-SEZ master plan is due to be launched at the 13th Malaysia-Singapore Leaders’ Retreat on Dec 4 and 5.
Tien Wah subsidiary plans RM34.07 million Indonesian factory acquisition
The proposed purchase covers a leased printing site in Malang. Three group units also secured new or extended supply arrangements with BAT.
