Westports Container Traffic Rises In 2Q, Receives Boost From Gemini Shipping Alliance

KUALA LUMPUR, July 7 (Bernama) -- Westports Holdings Bhd’s container volumes are estimated to be higher in the second quarter of 2025 (2Q 2025) compared to 0.6 per cent recorded in the 1Q 2025 due to the start of the Gemini Cooperation shipping alliance from Feb 1, 2025, according to CGS International Securities Malaysia Sdn Bhd (CGS MY).

Uni-Fuels Opens Shanghai Office To Boost Asia Expansion

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 (Bernama) -- Uni-Fuels Holdings Limited, a Singapore-headquartered global provider of marine fuel solutions, announced the official opening of its new office in Shanghai, marking a strategic milestone in its international expansion and underscoring its focus on the fast-growing Asia maritime market.

MIDF Amanah: Strait Of Hormuz Closure Poses Limited Risk To Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) -- The possible closure of the Strait of Hormuz following the recent Iranian parliamentary vote poses limited risk to Malaysia, said MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd.

Set Up Sabah's Transport Ministry To Drive Logistics Reform -- Expert

LABUAN, June 25 (Bernama) -- A transport and logistics expert has urged the Sabah state government to establish a full-fledged Ministry of Transport to undertake institutional reform and long-term strategic planning.

SD Guthrie, MBINS To Develop Port Dickson Free Zone

SEREMBAN, June 24 (Bernama) -- SD Guthrie Bhd (SD Guthrie) and Menteri Besar Incorporated Negeri Sembilan (MBINS) will develop the Port Dickson Free Zone (PDFZ) in Pasir Panjang, Port Dickson, covering an area of 242.8 hectares (600 acres) with a gross development value (GDV) projected to exceed RM1 billion.

World’s First Zero-Carbon Port Eyes Southeast Asia Expansion, Targets 3.2 Mln TEUs In 2025

From Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

TIANJIN, June 24 (Bernama) -- China’s Tianjin Port, recognised as the world’s first zero-carbon port, is setting its sights on expanding cargo routes to Southeast Asia as it targets to handle 3.2 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) in 2025.

Penang Port Invests RM37 Mln In Four Hybrid RTG Cranes To Enhance Efficiency, Sustainability

GEORGE TOWN, June 23 (Bernama) -- Penang Port Sdn Bhd has invested US$7.88 million (RM37 million) in acquiring four new hybrid rubber-tyred gantry (RTG) cranes from Mitsui E & S Co Ltd, Japan, to enhance operational efficiency and promote environmental sustainability.

Kedah Records Investments Totalling RM4.2 Bln In 1Q 2025

ALOR SETAR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Kedah recorded RM4.2 billion in investments in the first quarter of this year (1Q 2025), which is expected to generate over 1,400 job opportunities.

Port Klang Tariff Remains Competitive In Region, Says PKA Chief

KUALA LUMPUR, June 16 (Bernama) -- The Port Klang Authority (PKA) today clarified that its tariff rates will remain among the most competitive in the region.

CGTN Highlights Breakthrough In China-US Trade Talks Following London Meeting

KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 (Bernama) -- China and the United States (US) have made notable progress in addressing bilateral economic and trade concerns, according to China Global Television Network (CGTN), following the first official meeting of their new economic and trade consultation mechanism held in London.

SCEKL 2025 To Spotlight AI-driven Smart Cities - DNB

KUALA LUMPUR, June 5 (Bernama) -- The upcoming Smart City Expo Kuala Lumpur 2025 (SCEKL 2025) will place a strong emphasis on artificial intelligence (AI)-based urban solutions, to promote practical smart city adoption among Malaysian municipalities and the wider ASEAN region.

Amir Hamzah Visits Newly Completed Bukit Kayu Hitam Inland Customs Depot

ALOR SETAR, June 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan has visited Bukit Kayu Hitam (BKH) Inland Customs Depot (ICD) and the free commercial zone during a recent working visit.