The Growth Story is Coming Together. Engineering Was Never the Destination.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s energy transition is underway, but the harder question has never been whether to transition. It is how to fund it without weakening the economics that make it viable.

As the country works towards its 2050 net-zero target, the energy sector must deploy substantial upfront capital while preserving return thresholds required by investors, lenders and project owners. At the same time, decarbonisation, energy security and infrastructure modernisation remain national priorities.

For Kinergy Advancement Berhad (“Kinergy”), the issue is not cost versus sustainability. The real test is whether both can be integrated in a way that is technically executable and commercially defensible.

This is where engineering discipline matters.

While shaped by financing structures and offtake agreements, capital discipline is equally embedded in technology choices. Run-of-river mini hydropower, where site conditions permit, can reduce capital intensity by avoiding large-scale civil works while delivering reliable renewable generation. Waste Heat Recovery (“WHR”) using Organic Rankine Cycle (“ORC”) technology, as deployed at Safran Landing Systems Malaysia, takes a different route — unlocking value from energy already available in industrial processes.

For clients, this improves cost efficiency and operational performance. For Kinergy, it creates recurring income through long-term contractual arrangements.

Malaysia’s energy transition also faces a trilemma: grid reliability, cost efficiency and decarbonisation. Solar capacity remains important, but it cannot solve every part of the equation on its own. Kinergy has built a diversified platform across mini hydro, biogas, waste heat recovery and solar, while strengthening its role in gas-fired transition assets.

Dato’ Lai Keng Onn, Kinergy’s founder, Executive Deputy Chairman and Group Managing Director, said:

“The energy transition is not about sacrificing cost efficiency for sustainability, or the other way around. It is about engineering solutions that deliver both.”

That approach is increasingly visible in Kinergy’s numbers. Its Sustainable Energy Solutions (“SES”) segment grew from MYR107.8 million, or 49% of Group revenue in FY2024, to MYR328.2 million, or 69% of Group revenue in FY2025. The increase of more than MYR200 million shows that the shift is now being reflected commercially.

Kinergy’s credibility is also supported by its relationship with PETRONAS-related entities, including three awarded projects and two gas-fired power plants that serve as transition-enabling infrastructure. These projects bridge Malaysia’s current energy mix and long-term decarbonisation ambitions.

For industrial businesses, energy strategy is no longer a utility decision. It shapes cost structures, competitiveness and compliance outcomes. Companies need solutions that reduce emissions without compromising reliability or financial discipline.

Kinergy’s evolution from an engineering-led business into a diversified energy platform is therefore not a reinvention. It is the natural extension of its engineering foundation.

“Our entry into the Independent Power Producer space and our technical alliance with B.Grimm mark the next deliberate step in that journey. They are the natural progression of a strategy that was never only about engineering.”

Malaysia’s transition will require companies that can balance capital intensity, technical execution and long-term returns. For Kinergy, engineering was never the destination. It was the beginning.

SOURCE : Aegis Communication

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BAISE HOSTS CROSS-BORDER CULTURAL PROGRAMME TO STRENGTHEN CHINA-VIETNAM TIES

China-Vietnam ethnic costume display and interactive singing performance by singers.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 (Bernama) -- Baise City in China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region has held a series of cross-border cultural and people-to-people exchange activities with Vietnam under the 2026 Guangxi March 3rd · Bagui Carnival, aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and regional cultural integration.

Leveraging its border location, Baise organised programmes spanning sports, intangible cultural heritage, literature, music and folk traditions, including football and basketball friendly matches, cultural performances, reading exchanges and community-based folk activities involving participants from both sides of the China-Vietnam border.

The initiatives featured participation from Chinese and Vietnamese athletes, artists, writers and youth representatives, with events designed to promote cultural understanding and grassroots connectivity, according to a statement.

Key highlights included the China-Vietnam Border Staff Football Invitational Tournament in Napo County and a basketball friendly match in Jingxi, alongside an intangible cultural heritage exchange gala showcasing Zhuang opera, traditional crafts and joint performances by Chinese and Vietnamese troupes.

Youth engagement was further strengthened through a joint reading event and a cross-border new folk song concert blending traditional and modern musical styles.

The programme also included community-based folk activities at Jingxi Equan Scenic Area, where residents from both countries participated in cultural demonstrations, handicraft-making and traditional food experiences such as five-colour glutinous rice.

Baise authorities said the series of events reflects ongoing efforts to deepen cross-border cultural exchange, enhance mutual understanding and consolidate long-standing friendship between China and Vietnam.

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KIOXIA, DELL TECHNOLOGIES TO DELIVER HIGH-DENSITY AI STORAGE SERVER CONFIGURATION

KIOXIA LC9 Series 245.76 TB High-density Enterprise SSD

KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 (Bernama) -- Kioxia Corporation, a world leader in memory solutions, has collaborated with Dell Technologies to deliver a 2U server configuration capable of scaling to an unprecedented 9.8 petabytes (PB) of flash storage.

According to Kioxia in a statement, the companies are enabling a new class of storage-optimised platforms built to meet the demands of artificial intelligence (AI), large-scale data lakes, and data-intensive enterprise workloads.

The collaboration combines the Dell PowerEdge R7725xd server with KIOXIA LC9 Series enterprise solid-state drives (SSDs), delivering high-capacity and power-efficient storage solutions aimed at reducing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and data centre footprint.

“Customers will be able to deploy massive ingestion streams, scale data lakes effortlessly, and handle large backups in a fraction of the footprint, improving TCO to new levels,” said Kioxia Corporation technology executive of the SSD Division, Akihiro Kimura.

With a long history of enabling scalable infrastructure for data-driven applications, this latest milestone reflects both companies’ commitment to advancing high-density architectures that improve performance, reduce energy consumption, and maximise data centre efficiency.

Built for modern AI and data-centric workloads, Dell PowerEdge R7725xd servers combine dense storage with powerful compute capabilities, supporting AI data management and model training across the AI lifecycle.

Meanwhile, KIOXIA LC9 Series SSDs deliver up to 245.76 terabytes (TB) of flash-based storage with PCIe 5.0 performance across multiple form factors. Designed for generative AI environments, the drives offer a higher-capacity alternative to conventional 30.72 TB SSDs.

Kioxia said a comparable 9.8 PB configuration using lower-capacity drives would require seven additional servers and 280 more drives, resulting in significantly higher power consumption and greater rack space usage.

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Nippon Kinzoku Promotes L-Core As Eco Stainless Steel Product

KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 (Bernama) -- Nippon Kinzoku Co Ltd has announced the strengthened promotion of "L-Core", a functional stainless steel, repositioning it as an "Eco-Product" to support sustainable manufacturing.

According to the company in a statement, L-Core utilises proprietary surface modification technology to achieve extremely low contact resistance while maintaining the inherent corrosion resistance of stainless steel.

By integrating high-performance characteristics directly into the base material, the product enables customers to eliminate redundant processing steps and improve material yields, thereby reducing environmental impact across the supply chain and supporting progress toward a carbon-neutral society.

The product’s technical features include the formation of "carrier-doped" regions within the passive film, which function as conductive pathways for electricity. The film is modified without being destroyed, preserving the corrosion resistance inherent to stainless steel, while enabling its use in conductive components without additional processing such as plating.

In addition, L-Core demonstrates low contact resistance comparable to semi-bright nickel (Ni) plating, with high reliability showing almost no performance degradation after 2,700 hours in a high-temperature, high-humidity environment.

The product is suitable for applications including smartphone chassis, flexible printed circuits (FPC), electrical connectors, and display bezels such as LCDs and offers advantages in both cost reduction and quality compared to nickel-plated stainless steel.

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Malaysia Powers Asia’s Rise in Clinical Research at CRM Trial Connect 2026

 

CRM Sponsored Research Award Recipient:
Recognition: Presentation of the CRM Sponsored Research Awards 2026, honouring outstanding contributions by investigators, study sites, research organisations, and sponsors. 

KUALA LUMPUR, May 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is cementing its position as Asia’s clinical research hub as Clinical Research Malaysia (CRM) launched CRM Trial Connect 2026, drawing more than 1,100 participants from across the global healthcare, regulatory and research ecosystem.

With the theme “Asia’s Rise in Clinical Trials,” the fifth edition of CRM Trial Connect showcases the region’s growing influence in global drug development. Last year’s event sparked more than 60 collaborations, generating RM70 million in value and advancing clinical research across Asia.

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad, who officiated the conference, underscored the platform’s role in fostering alignment, partnership, and growth. He reaffirmed Malaysia’s commitment to strengthening the region’s position through continued advancement in clinical research.

“This conference reflects not only how far we have come, but also the direction we must take together as we shape the future of clinical research in Southeast Asia and across Asia,” he said in his keynote address.

During the ceremony, the Minister also launched the latest edition of Malaysia’s Good Clinical Practice Guidelines, reinforcing the nation’s commitment to upholding international standards and ensuring the highest quality in clinical trial conduct.

Other program highlights included:

• Global partnerships: Memorandum of Understanding between CRM and Monash Health, Australia, and Research Agreement with Japan’s National Cancer Center under the ATLAS (Asia Clinical Trials Network for Cancers) project.
• Recognition: Presentation of the CRM Sponsored Research Awards 2026, honouring outstanding contributions by investigators, study sites, research organisations, and sponsors.
• International collaboration: Participation from agencies such as Japan’s PMDA, ARISE, and IA-DATA, reinforcing the importance of global networks in advancing clinical research.
• Expert insights: Contributions from leading voices including Dr Timothy Yap (MD Anderson Cancer Center), Professor Jacob George (UK MHRA), and Dr Yasuhiro Fujiwara (PMDA), covering translational medicine, clinical innovation, and regulatory science.
• Collaborating event: The conference also featured the 18th National Conference for Clinical Research, further strengthening Malaysia’s role in uniting the clinical research community.

Marking five years of impact, CRM Trial Connect has become a premier regional platform for strategic engagement, offering symposium sessions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities that strengthen Asia’s role in shaping the future of clinical trials.  
 

Reference:

· CRM Sponsored Research Award 2026 Recipient
· About Clinical Research Malaysia (CRM)
· PMDA: Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency
(https://www.pmda.go.jp/english/)
· UK: United Kingdom
· MHRA: Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency
(https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/medicines-and-healthcare-products-regulatory-agency)
· ARISE: ARO Alliance for Southeast & East Asia
(https://arise.jihs.go.jp/en/)
· ATLAS: Asia Clinical Trials Network for Cancers
(https://atlas.ncc.go.jp/en/)
· IA-DATA: International Affordable Diagnostics and Therapeutics Alliance
(https://ia-data.org/)

SOURCE: Clinical Research Malaysia (CRM)​

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SKHTU Launches Academy System: Making Education the Starting Point of Inclusive Finance

DENVER, May 14 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the crypto market enters a mature phase, user education has become the new engine driving industry growth. Recently, SKHTU Exchange announced the launch of SKHTU Academy, featuring systematic courses, data-driven learning models, and practical training paths. The goal is to help global users grow into professional investors with financial logic and risk awareness. Industry experts believe this systematic education strategy achieves the true meaning of “financial inclusion.”

The SKHTU Academy curriculum is divided into three main stages: foundational knowledge, strategic advancement, and asset management. In the introductory stage, courses use visual and case-based teaching to explain blockchain basics, trading logic, and asset security. The advanced stage focuses on derivatives operations, RWA investment, and risk diversification strategies. The senior stage simulates institutional asset management environments, teaching how to balance returns and risks.

The platform also features a “real-time market classroom,” integrating market hotspots and data updates to provide users with instant strategy analysis. SKHTU incorporates AI technology into its education system, generating personalized growth models for users based on learning data and trading behavior analysis. The system dynamically adjusts course recommendations and practical tasks according to user learning records, operational habits, and risk preferences.

Upon course completion, the system generates an “Investment Capability Index” to showcase user growth trajectory. SKHTU states that this data-driven learning model not only improves educational efficiency but also enables users to quantify their risk awareness and strategy level, turning educational outcomes into tangible investment capabilities.

SKHTU Academy is not just a learning platform, but also part of the community ecosystem. The platform regularly holds online seminars and regional offline events, inviting analysts and scholars to interpret market trends together. Data shows that users participating in SKHTU Academy courses have a retention rate 42% higher than ordinary users and a longer active cycle. This demonstrates that education is not merely an additional service, but a core pillar for the sustainable development of the platform.

Brand spokesperson Anna Kowalski said: “Financial education should not remain theoretical, but help users develop independent investment judgment, building long-term trust through understanding risk. This is not only the goal of our education program, but also a reflection of our platform values.”

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SOURCE: Skhtu Exchange Services Ltd

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MBSB BANK LAUNCHES SME STABILISATION RELIEF FACILITY (SME SRF) TO SUPPORT BUSINESSES NAVIGATING GEOPOLITICAL UNCERTAINTY

MBSB Bank

PETALING JAYA, May 14 (Bernama) -- MBSB Bank Berhad (MBSB Bank) yesterday announced the launch of the SME Stabilisation Relief Facility (SME SRF), a strategic financing initiative designed to provide timely working capital support to viable Malaysian small and medium enterprises (SMEs). This facility aligns with Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) RM5 billion fund established to help businesses manage operational disruptions and cash flow constraints arising from the ongoing geopolitical conflict in West Asia.

The SME SRF is specifically tailored for Malaysian SMEs that have experienced financial stress due to trade and supply chain disruptions since March 2026. By providing essential liquidity, MBSB Bank aims to support businesses in sustaining their operations and navigating this period of global economic uncertainty. In line with industry efforts to enhance access to financing, MBSB Bank is also streamlining its credit assessment processes to ensure affected businesses receive timely assistance.

Noor Mohamed Amin Bin Mohamed, Group Chief Commercial Banking Officer of MBSB Berhad, said “At MBSB Bank, we recognize that SMEs are the backbone of Malaysia’s economy, yet they are often the most vulnerable to global geopolitical shifts. The SME SRF is a proactive intervention designed to provide a vital liquidity buffer for businesses facing with supply chain disruptions and rising operational costs. By streamlining our credit assessment processes, we are ensuring that eligible SMEs receive the urgent financial support they need to maintain business continuity and emerge more resilient despite the current market volatility.”

MBSB Bank offers financing of up to RM750,000 per SME to help alleviate cash flow constraints. Eligible SMEs may obtain financing for a tenure of up to five years, at a maximum financing rate of 3.75% per annum (inclusive of the guarantee fee). The financing is supported by guarantees of up to 80% from Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia (CGC) or Syarikat Jaminan Pembiayaan Perniagaan (SJPP), particularly for SMEs without sufficient collateral. The facility is specifically designated for working capital purposes and strictly excludes the refinancing of any existing facilities.

To qualify for the facility, businesses must be viable Malaysian SMEs as defined by SME Corporation Malaysia with at least 51% share of ownership held by Malaysians. 

Applicants must demonstrate that they have been materially affected by trade and supply chain disruptions resulting from the West Asia conflict.

SMEs interested in the SME Stabilisation Relief Facility can begin submitting their applications starting 15 May 2026 until 31 December 2026, or until the fund is fully utilised. For further information or to check eligibility, business owners are encouraged to: 

· Contact their dedicated Relationship Manager.
· Visit the nearest MBSB Bank branch nationwide.
· Browse the official website at www.mbsbbank.com.
· Submit enquiries via email at commercialbanking@mbsbbank.com.

About MBSB Berhad

MBSB Berhad (MBSB) is a dynamic financial services group with a longstanding role in supporting the nation’s financial system and economic development. MBSB is the holding company of MBSB Bank Berhad, MBSB Investment Bank Berhad (formerly MIDF Amanah Investment Bank), and Malaysian Industrial Development Finance Berhad (MIDF). MBSB Bank Berhad is a progressive Islamic bank offering comprehensive Shariah-compliant banking solutions to retail, SME, and corporate customers, with a strong emphasis on innovation and sustainable financing. MBSB Investment Bank Berhad serves as the Group’s investment banking and capital markets arm, providing advisory, research, equity brokerage, and capital markets services. MIDF plays a pivotal role in supporting business and industrial development through development finance, nurturing a resilient and thriving SME ecosystem, complemented by its asset management capabilities.

SOURCE: MBSB Berhad (MBSB) 

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Group Corporate Strategy
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Name: Arna Farisa Binti Mohamad Isa
Senior Manager
Group Communications & Marketing Department
Group Corporate Strategy
Tel: +6013 394 2590
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