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2025’s greatest trio of oil & gas, FPSO, and LNG mergers that never came to fruition
While multiple consolidation moves have sprung up across the offshore energy and maritime arenas over the past 12 months, some never bore fruit. Offshore Energy has selected three business combination plays, regardless of whether they were born of truth or fiction,...
Johor to drive growth via connectivity, investment
The next 365 days are expected to be a whirlwind of activity for Johor as the state kicks off a line-up of events in conjunction with Visit Johor 2026 (VJ2026). The state government aims to attract over 12 million tourists over the next 12 months, eyeing a massive...
Port Klang, PTP set new container handling records in 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Port Klang and Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP) have set another new record for total container handling volume for the year 2025, with annual growth rates of 3.4 per cent and 14 per cent, respectively. Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the...
2 Malaysian ports set new container handling record in 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 3 (Xinhua) -- Two Malaysian ports have set a new record for total container handling volume for the year 2025, with an annual growth rate of 3.4 percent and 14 percent, respectively, according to Malaysian Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook....
Palm oil prices rise by more than 2% due to stronger export data and bargain buying
Malaysian palm oil futures closed more than 2% higher on Monday. This was supported by stronger export data, bargain-buying and stronger crude oil prices. The benchmark contract for palm oil delivery in March on the Bursa Derivatives Market gained 82 Ringgit or 2.1%...
Malaysia’s green ambition meets reality — Ahmad Ibrahim
DECEMBER 25 — The development of a national circular economy framework for Malaysia is not just another policy document; it is an acknowledgment that the “take-make-dispose” economic model is untenable. The country has long aspired to invigorate its green economy,...
Kempas Baru-Pasir Gudang cargo rail line may carry passengers soon
A railway line stretching 40km from Kempas Baru to Pasir Gudang, used exclusively to transport containers from the port, is now set to carry passengers. Johor public works, transport, infrastructure and communications committee chairman Fazli Salleh said the...
Vietnam’s New Logistics Service Strategy: Market Reality and Investment Opportunities
The logistics sector has become a crucial part of Vietnam’s economic growth plan. As Vietnam develops into a major manufacturing export hub and its e-commerce market rapidly expands, the need for efficient logistics is increasingly clear, especially for small and...
Ports And Terminal Operations Market Size ($ 5078.59 million By 2033 at CAGR of 10.4% CAGR)
Ports And Terminal Operations Market size was Valued at USD 3774.29 million in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.4% from 2025 to 2033 Ports And Terminal Operations Market size was valued at USD 3774.29 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD...
Agriculture Minister Explains Malaysia’s Large Food Imports
Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu tells Dewan Negara that Malaysia still imports a large portion of food needs due to limited farming land, ageing farmer workforce, high cost of food production, and cheaper imported meat than local meat. KUALA...