RHB: US Tariffs Prompt Manufacturing Shift, Rushed Orders In Malaysia's Tech Sector

KUALA LUMPUR, April 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s technology (tech) sector should benefit from a surge in rushed orders and the intensified reallocation of manufacturing activities to ASEAN following the United States (US) tariff imposition, said RHB Investment Bank Bhd.

Uni-Fuels Revenue Soars 119 Pct, Faces Profit Headwinds Post-IPO

KUALA LUMPUR, April 23 (Bernama) -- Uni-Fuels Holdings Limited (Uni-Fuels), a global marine fuel solutions provider, posted a 119 per cent surge in revenue for 2024, reaching US$155.2 million from US$70.8 million in 2023, driven by a 121 per cent jump in marine fuel sales. (US$1=RM4.38)

TMD Energy Debuts On NYSE American, First Malaysian Bunker Supplier To Do So

KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 (Bernama) -- Integrated marine bunkering services provider TMD Energy Ltd began trading on the NYSE American under the ticker symbol “TMDE”, becoming the first Malaysian marine bunker supplier to list on a major US exchange.

Megah Port Reaffirms Commitment To Efficiency, Strengthens Ties With Labuan Port Authority

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, April 8 (Bernama) -- Labuan’s container port operator Megah Port Management Sdn Bhd (MPM) has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering efficient, high-quality cargo handling services while working closely with its regulatory partner, the Labuan Port Authority (LPA).

Uni-Fuels Expands With UAE Subsidiary, Dubai Office To Boost Marine Fuel Solutions

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- Uni-Fuels Holdings Limited, a global provider of marine fuel solutions headquartered in Singapore, has announced the establishment of a wholly-owned subsidiary in the United Arab Emirates and the opening of a new office in Dubai.

MOT Drafts Action Plan To Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions From Ships, Ports

KUALA LUMPUR, March 20 (Bernama) -- The Transport Ministry (MOT) is drafting the national action plan on reduction of greenhouse gas emission from ships and ports to strengthen efforts in decarbonising the maritime sector.

Local Rubber Market Settles Lower In Line With Regional Peers

KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market settled lower on Monday, dragged down by losses in regional rubber futures markets.

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.

Delay Proposed 30 Pct Port Tariff Hikes -- FMM

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, March 8 (Bernama) – The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) has called on the government to postpone the implementation of the proposed 30 per cent rise in port tariffs, particularly for container handling and storage, as it will have major implications on cost of doing business for manufacturers and shippers.

Veson Nautical, Cargill Strengthen Partnership To Drive Maritime Digital Transformation

KUALA LUMPUR, March 6 (Bernama) -- Veson Nautical (Veson), a global leader in maritime data and freight management solutions, has expanded its long-term partnership with Cargill to accelerate digital transformation in the maritime sector.

NIQ Reports 7.3 Pct Growth In Global Beauty Industry

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- NielsenIQ (NIQ), a leading consumer intelligence company, has announced a 7.3 per cent year-over-year growth in the global beauty industry.

iHerb Hits US$2.4 Bln In 2024 Sales, Boosting Global Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- iHerb, one of the world's leading online retailers for health and wellness products, celebrated a groundbreaking 2024, with net sales surpassing US$2.4 billion, marking a historic peak for the company. (US$1=RM4.40)