18d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, April 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is progressively expanding its National Biodiesel Programme from B10 to B20 for the land transport sector, increasing the biodiesel blend, supported by strong industry readiness, the Ministry of Plantation and Commodities (KPK) said.
22d ago
By Danni Haizal Danial Donald
KUALA LUMPUR, April 20 (Bernama) -- The government’s plan to raise the biodiesel mandate to B15 is expected to provide a more stable domestic palm oil demand, particularly during periods of weak global demand or heightened price volatility.
25d ago
PUTRAJAYA, April 17 (Bernama) -- The implementation of the B15 biodiesel blend rate will be carried out in stages to avoid disruption to the existing operations of the industry, said Minister of Economy Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.
27d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 (Bernama) -- The proposed increase in the country’s biodiesel blend from B10 to B15, starting with B12, can reduce dependence on diesel and extend the lifespan of the nation’s fuel supply following the crisis in West Asia, said Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.
27d ago
PUTRAJAYA, April 15 (Bernama) -- Demand for palm oil is expected to continue increasing from traditional importing countries such as China and India, driven by global geopolitical uncertainty as well as their need to ensure energy and food security.
28d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- Palm-based B100 biodiesel has the potential to be a strategic alternative in strengthening the country's energy security, especially in the face of global fuel supply uncertainties.
28d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- The government has agreed to increase the biodiesel blend rate from B10 to B15, beginning with B12, in order to further sustain the country’s diesel supply following the crisis in West Asia.
1m ago
SHAH ALAM, March 31 (Bernama) -- The biodiesel production capacity from large-scale facilities such as SD Guthrie Bhd’s (SD Guthrie) in Pulau Carey is critical in ensuring supply continuity and supporting the existing biodiesel usage mandate for Malaysia’s transportation and industrial sectors.
1m ago
By Danni Haizal Danial Donald
KUALA LUMPUR, March 14 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures trading on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to remain bullish next week in line with firmer crude oil prices driven by uncertainty created by the ongoing West Asia conflict.
2m ago
By Danni Haizal Danial Donald
KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher on Thursday, extending its gains for another day amid a rally in crude oil prices.
6m ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- Sabah is Malaysia’s largest crude palm oil (CPO) producing state, with a production rate of 4.27 million tonnes in 2024, according to the Ministry of Plantation and Commodities (MPIC).
1y ago
KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Research has maintained its “overweight” rating on the plantation sector, citing strong crude palm oil (CPO) prices and a persistent global supply deficit despite weaker exports.