LPPB Raises Concern Over Rising Construction Material Costs

KOTA KINABALU, April 12 (Bernama) -- Sabah Housing and Urban Development Authority (LPPB) today raised concerns over surging prices of construction materials such as cement, bricks, fertilisers and timber, which have recorded significant increases since January.

Labuan Poised To Become Southeast Asia’s Next Tuna Port 

LABUAN, April 10 (Bernama) -- Labuan is emerging as a strong contender to become a major tuna port hub for Southeast Asia, thanks to its strategic location, deep-water harbour and the presence of key government agencies that support fisheries and export operations. 

Malaysia Must Prioritise Green Shipping As Global Maritime Industry Leans Towards Protecting Environment - Consultant

KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 (Bernama) – Malaysia should embrace and prioritise green shipping trends to remain relevant despite its strategic advantage along the Strait of Malacca, a global management consultant said.

Analysts Upbeat On MISC Cite Strong Cash Flow

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 24 (Bernama) -- RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHB IB) is positive on MISC Bhd, citing its steady operating cash flow and solid balance sheet, which position it well to pursue growth opportunities in the floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) market.

MISC’s Net Profit Slips To RM1.19 Bln In FY2024 From RM2.12 Bln In FY2023

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 21 (Bernama) -- MISC Bhd’s net profit for the financial year ended Dec 31, 2024 (FY2024) declined to RM1.19 billion from RM2.12 billion registered in 2023.

SeRenE, Megamas Resources Partner To Establish Semarak MIS JV

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 21 (Bernama) -- Semarak Renewable Energy Sdn Bhd (SeRenE) has inked a memorandum of agreement (MoA) with Megamas Resources, a Singapore-based marine and offshore services provider, to establish a new joint venture company, Semarak MIS Sdn Bhd. 

Perlis Eyes Growth via Inland Port, Riding Penang’s E&E Wave

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- Perlis is actively developing the Perlis Inland Port (PIP) and other maritime facilities to attract investors to the state while aiming to benefit from the economic spillover of strong investment inflows into Penang’s electrical and electronics  (E&E) sector.

M&G Sells Vessel To Thai Company For RM31.54 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- Marine & General Bhd’s (M&G) an indirect wholly owned subsidiary, M&G Tankers Sdn Bhd, has completed the disposal of its vessel JM Sutera 6 for US$7.10 million (RM31.54 million) to Thailand-based company Lion Great Energy Co Ltd.

Malaysia Should Lead ASEAN’s Green Shipping Transition Through Financing, Collaboration, Says Expert

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia should spearhead sustainable or green shipping initiatives within ASEAN, such as expanding access to regional financing schemes and promoting cooperation in carving out low-carbon shipping routes.

Cargill Charts Course Toward Sustainable Shipping Via Innovation, Collaboration 

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- Cargill is driving a transformation in global shipping, integrating cutting-edge technologies and partnerships to advance sustainable practices across the maritime industry.

Yinson Indirect Unit Secures RM4.48 Bln Investment From Consortium Of Global investment Firms

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- Yinson Holdings Bhd’s indirect wholly owned subsidiary Yinson Production Offshore Holdings Ltd (YPOHL) has secured US$1 billion (RM4.48 billion) investment from a consortium of international investment firms to drive further growth. 

Keyfield's Vessel Acquisition To Increase FY2025f Core Net Profit By Seven Pct -- AmInvest

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 7 (Bernama) -- Keyfield International Bhd’s platform supply vessel (PSV) acquisition is expected to provide a seven per cent increase towards the group’s financial year 2025 (FY2025F) core net profit (CNP) forecast, according to AmInvestment Bank Bhd (AmInvest).