Airlines
Riyadh Air Launches First Southeast Asia Route to Kuala Lumpur
Riyadh Air launches inaugural Riyadh–Kuala Lumpur flights, expanding into Southeast Asia with thrice-weekly service to strengthen regional connectivity.
Category: Transport and logistics
Business News
Malaysia Faces Tail-Risk if Strait of Malacca Shuts Down
Analysts warn Malaysia’s GDP could slow below 3% and inflation exceed 3% if Strait of Malacca faces severe disruption.
Cars
Maxim Publishes First Safety and Driver Legalisation Report
Maxim Malaysia releases first safety and driver legalisation report, highlighting transparency, strong client satisfaction, and RM2m investment in driver support.
Transport and logistics
Westports Q2 Net Profit Surges 56% to RM361 Million on Tariff Hikes
Westports Holdings Berhad reported a 56% net profit surge in 2Q2026, driven by tariff increases and demand.
Cars
Pekema Plans Local Assembly of Dongfeng EVs in Malaysia
Pekema to assemble Dongfeng EVs locally from 2027, supporting Malaysia’s automotive policy and boosting technology transfer.
Ports
Port Enforcement Task Force Move Welcomed to Curb Revenue Leakages
Industry stakeholders support a proposed task force aimed at enhancing port enforcement to improve compliance, reduce smuggling, and bolster revenue collection.
Business News
FedEx Simplifies U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission e-filing for APAC Businesses as New Requirements Take Effect
Six in ten APAC exporters are calling for centralized compliance guidance and digital documentation tools to keep U.S.-bound consumer product shipments moving SINGAPORE, June…
Ports
PTP Partners with Siemens to Drive Next-Gen Digital Port Infrastructure
Port of Tanjung Pelepas and Siemens have partnered to enhance port operations through advanced technology, focusing on training and pilot initiatives for efficiency.
Train services
Diesel trains use for Southern Shuttle a temporary measure
Johor's diesel trains are a temporary service until new EMU trains arrive in two to three years.
Transport and logistics
Pos Malaysia Unifies Courier Services Under Pos Laju Brand
Pos Malaysia has consolidated all its courier offerings under the Pos Laju brand to streamline operations and strengthen its market identity. The move aims…
Transport and logistics
Maxim Celebrates Kaamatan and Gawai with Free Rides Across East Malaysia
Maxim marked Kaamatan and Gawai with free rides and exclusive postcards, helping festivalgoers travel conveniently while promoting local artists and cultural traditions across East…
Cars
Proton Sales Jump 38% in First Five Months of 2026
Proton's vehicle sales rose 38% in early 2026, indicating strong demand and improved consumer confidence in Malaysia.
Business News
Aeroline Exits Kuala Lumpur After Losing Access to Key City Locations
Aeroline will cease Kuala Lumpur operations after regulatory directives limited services to licensed terminals, ending over two decades.
Cars
DRB-Hicom to Benefit from Proton Sales Momentum
DRB-Hicom's earnings are expected to rise with strong Proton sales, supported by improved demand and new model launches.
Airlines
Capital A exits PN17 after four-year restructuring journey
Capital A exits PN17 status effective May 20 after completing restructuring plans, including disposal of its aviation business to AirAsia X.
Economy and Business
Economics: April 2026 CPI – Transport Inflation Rose Further
Malaysia's inflation rose slightly, with analysts forecasting CPI at +2.4% YoY. They expect cost-push factors to influence price dynamics through 2026.