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Market Report: Breaking new ground - Sustainability in Malaysia

Market Report: Malaysia

Breaking New Ground: Sustainability in Malaysia is a sustainability-themed report in collaboration with MIT Technology Review. This report is based on interviews with sustainability experts and senior executives of global companies in Greater Kuala Lumpur to find out what global companies in Greater Kuala Lumpur, and Malaysia as a whole, are doing to achieve their environmental, social, and governance targets.

To download the Report please click here.

Our thanks to UKABC, MIT Technology Review Insights and InvestKL Malaysia for kindly sharing this Report.

Dates for Diaries: Understanding Malaysia's IP Environment Webinar - 18 Oct 22

 

 

The British Malaysian Chamber of Commerce (BMCC) in collaboration with Rouse & Co. International is pleased to organise a webinar to launch the Intellectual Property (IP) Enforcement Manual for Malaysia. 

 

The Manual highlights relevant IP Sections/Regulations/Acts. It also provides a practical commentary for businesses both local and foreign giving an insight into the Malaysian landscape, and sharing information on the rules and regulations along with some examples.

 

IP owners and businesses may use this Manual to have a basic understanding of the IP offences committed, possible defences and how the law considers the two types of infringement namely trademark counterfeiting and copyright piracy. This will assist businesses to better prepare their enforcement strategy and approaches.

 

Join this webinar to find out more! Please register through the link here or email [email protected] for further information.

 

Our sincere thanks to the UKABC, British Malaysian Chamber of Commerce and Rouse & Co for sharing this information.

Dates for Diaries: UK Smart Cities Mission to Malaysia: 07 Dec 0800-0900 / 1600-1700

 

SOFT LAUNCH

UK SMART CITIES MISSION TO MALAYSIA

7 DECEMBER 2021

08:00 - 09:00 GMT | 16:00 - 17:00 MYT

The United Kingdom is recognised as one of the global leaders in smart cities development, with its renowned technological expertise and advanced solutions. UK smart cities strengths lie across a board spectrum, from design, engineering, and consulting to internationally recognised standards and highly innovative technologies in key fields such as infrastructure, transport, communications, security, energy and healthcare. As a result of these, the UK companies are regularly solicited by international partners at the highest level to counsel, advise on and implement smart city developments and innovations.

On 22 June 2021, the former Minister of Housing and Local Government Malaysia (KPKT), YB Datuk Zuraida Kamaruddin and the British High Commissioner, H.E Charles Hay launched the Smart City Handbook: Malaysia. The handbook outlines the smart city landscape across Malaysia and highlights best practices across the UK that could potentially be adopted in Malaysia.

As a follow through, the Department of International Trade Kuala Lumpur will be hosting a 3-day Virtual UK Smart Cities Mission to Malaysia from 22nd to 24th February 2022, to increase awareness and share UK Smart Cities expertise and experiences by showcasing successful implementations of smart cities solutions in various cities across the UK and to position the UK as a partner of choice for smart cities development, creating mutually beneficial trade opportunities, complimenting the work of the Global Future Cities Programme.

 

To register please click here.

Our thanks to the UKABC and DIT for kindly sharing this information.

UK-Malaysia Export Opportunities - A Summary

 

Malaysian companies are looking for UK exporters, partners and collaborators right now! 

Check out 10 exciting export opportunities currently available for UK companies in the Food and Drink, Oil and Gas and Education sectors. 

Food and Drinks (F&D)

1) Cooking ingredients, sauces, herbs, seasonings and canned food

2) Milks and cereals

3) Snacks including biscuits, crisps, cookies, crackers

4) Fruit based and non-alcoholic drinks and tea

5) Jams, spreads and confectionery

Oil & Gas

1) Non-intrusive acoustic valve inspection and condition-based monitoring equipment

2) Electrical parts, components and accessories, flow Instruments

3) Full wastewater and water system treatment solutions and services

Education

1) Management and operation of international schools

2) STEM online and offline content

Click here for a table view and additional details of all the export opportunities above, and remember to register your interest before their expiry dates. 

The BMCC Trade Team, being the official Overseas Partner Delivery (OPD) in Malaysia for the Department for International Trade, is ready to support and guide UK companies in harnessing these export opportunities and expanding your business footprint in Malaysia.

If you would like to reach out to the Trade team for more information, email [email protected].

Dates for Diaries: 19.08.21 Digital Healthcare Webinar - Malaysia

Dear CBI Members and Partners,

Kindly note that there will be a free digital healthcare webinar hosted by the British Chamber of Commerce in Malaysia on 19.08.21 (1500-1630 KL/BJ).

For more information and to register for this event please click here.

THANK YOU

CHINA DIRECT would like to thank both the UKABC and BCCM for kindly sharing this information.

Renewable Energy Opportunities in Malaysia Webinar 19.03.21

Dear CBI Members and Partners,

Kindly find details below to join a webinar exploring renewable energy opportunities in Malaysia.

Webinar details:

Friday 19th March

Time: 1630-1800 (GMT +8)

Organiser: DIT

To Register please click here.

Download RENEWABLE ENERGY SECTOR Discovering Growth Opportunities in Malaysia.docx

ASEAN Business Webinar - Opportunities in Malaysia with EY & MIDA

Dear CBI Members & Partners,

We are delighted to invite you to join an exclusive webinar this Thursday 16th July from 1300-1400 (UK) 2000-2100 (MY) in association with CBI member EY and the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA).

Registration and joining instructions can be found in the attached below.

Download EY Asean Tax webcast - Global investment strategy on relocation and expansion exploring the Asean business landscape with a special focus on Malaysia

Background:

With every crisis lies new opportunities. Join us at our webcast on Thursday, 16 July 2020, as we discuss the current business landscape in ASEAN, with a special focus on Malaysia and her recently unveiled Short-term Economic Recovery Plan (“Plan”). Key amongst the proposals announced under this Plan are a number of generous incentive packages aimed at encouraging foreign manufacturing companies to relocate their overseas facilities to Malaysia.

We are honoured to have Dato' Azman Mahmud, Chief Executive Officer of the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (“MIDA”) join us in this session. Dato' Azman has extensive experience in promotion strategy for the manufacturing and services sectors and has played a significant role in attracting investments into Malaysia during his 30 years of service with MIDA. He will be able to provide practical and valuable insights from the perspective of an investment authority.

Don’t miss this 60-minute session that aims to provide you with insights and practical action steps to help you navigate these unprecedented times, and thrive beyond.

CBI Companies on track with Singapore-Malaysia High Speed Rail Project Bid

 

CBI members Siemens and Alstom, Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane and George Kent together with PORR have mutually agreed to join forces in a consortium to bid for the Kuala Lumpur - Singapore High Speed Rail Assets Co tender for the Kuala Lumpur – Singapore High Speed Rail project, announced by the Malaysian and Singaporean governments

The companies will work to prepare a joint offer encompassing engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) and operations & maintenance (O&M) for the purpose of this tender.

This partnership shall result in a powerful team combining European technology and project experience with the best local expertise. The consortium brings together the two manufacturers, Siemens and Alstom, with decades of technology leadership and excellence in delivering complex cross-border high speed railway projects.

In the past, both companies have worked on similar complex Private Public Partnership (PPP) projects across the globe.

Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane brings valuable expertise in railway operation and a vast global footprint. These European companies are joined by George Kent, a Malaysian company offering significant construction experience in rail transportation projects and a strong local knowledge of the Malaysian market.

George Kent is partnering with PORR, a highly experienced track work provider offering a state-of-the-art slab track technology proven in operation on high speed railways.

Please read more here.

Airbus's A350-900 flying high in Malaysia

 

Malaysia Airlines Berhad (MAB) has taken delivery of its first A350-900, leased from Air Lease Corporation (NYSE: AL) (ALC), becoming the 17th airline to operate the world’s newest, most modern and efficient twin engine wide-body airliner.

The delivery was celebrated upon arrival at Kuala Lumpur International Airport. ALC receives its first A350-900 out of an order for 29 A350 Family aircraft. Eventually Malaysia Airlines will operate six A350-900s, all leased from ALC.

Malaysia Airlines will initially deploy the aircraft on flights within Asia. From the first quarter of 2018, the A350 will fly on the airline’s premier long haul service from Kuala Lumpur to London. Malaysia Airlines is the first carrier to offer a First Class cabin in the A350-900.

The aircraft is configured in a three class cabin layout with a total of 286 seats. This comprises four in First Class, 35 in Business, featuring convertible seats to fully flat beds and 247 in Economy.

Please read more here.