HLB wins top award, thanks to SME initiatives
KUCHING: Hong Leong Bank (HLB) secured the ‘Best SME Bank in Malaysia’ title at the prestigious Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2024. HLB chief executive officer and Group Managing Director Kevin Lam expressed that winning the title is a tremendous honour for the bank as it reinforces the dedication of its entire team at HLB. “We […]
SMEs learn to harness AI power
KUCHING: A generative artificial intelligence (AI) training programme has equipped Sarawak’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with the tools to enhance their productivity and competitiveness. Organised by Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC) Sarawak and SM Digital Innovation Sdn Bhd recently, the programme aimed to equip SMEs with practical AI applications to revolutionise their operations. According to […]
MATRADE-FedEx MoU collaboration to empower SMEs
KUCHING: The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) and Federal Express Corporation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at enhancing the export capabilities and global reach of MATRADE members, especially Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). Datuk Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican, Chairman of MATRADE, views the signing of the MOU as a significant […]
Entrepreneurs find their global calling
KUCHING: The Sarawak Export Day 2024 kicked off today (Aug 16) with the goal of propelling local manufacturers and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) onto the global stage. Affin Bank Berhad chairman Datuk Agil Natt hailed the event as a crucial platform for educating and empowering businesses to tap into new markets and strengthen their […]
Lalamove launched in Kuching
KUCHING: Kuching has become the first location for on-demand delivery services by Lalamove in East Malaysia due to the large number of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) here. Lalamove managing director Jane Teh said another reason was the robust population here, coupled with a very healthy income record. “Of course, there are a lot of […]
State government establishes strategic partnership with Korea
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is taking a significant step in furthering innovation and sustainability for new start-ups and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) by engaging with renowned Korean tech agency. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan, has taken the initiatives to lead a delegation to Pangyo Techno Valley in Seoul, Korea to establish […]
Sarawak govt to acquire commercial bank, says Abang Jo
KUCHING: The Sarawak government will take over a commercial banking company in the near future, announced Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. According to him, this acquisition will be revealed on July 19 through an official signing ceremony together with the company concerned. “There are as many as six banks that originated […]
SMEs need to digitalise, automate operations to cope with rising costs: Samenta
KUALA LUMPUR: Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) should embark on digitalisation and automation to boost productivity and tackle rising costs, Small and Medium Enterprises Association of Malaysia (Samenta) national president Datuk William Ng said. He said the cost of doing business has been on the rise, especially with subsidy rationalisation being on the cards; and […]
HLISB launches BIizHalal to assist SMEs in halal business journey
KUALA LUMPUR: Hong Leong Islamic Bank (HLISB) has introduced BizHalal, an integrated Islamic banking solution that helps businesses, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs), to operate within the halal industry. This is aligned with the government’s emphasis on growing the halal ecosystem in Malaysia, the bank said. “Through BizHalal, the bank offers Shariah-compliant financing to […]
ACCCIS training course for SMEs
KUCHING: A training course titled ‘Getting SMEs Onboard the Esg Journey’ aims to assists the local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to kickstart their environmental, social and governance (ESG) journey. Organised by the Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Sarawak (ACCCIS), the training course will be held this coming Nov 15 at Wisma […]
