As geopolitical uncertainty, supply disruption and rising feedstock costs continue to challenge the surfactants industry, the 12th ICIS Asian Surfactants Conference will bring together senior leaders from across the value chain to explore strategies for resilience, growth and innovation. The event takes place at the DoubleTree by Hilton Kuala Lumpur on 27-28 October 2026, preceded by a training day on 26 October. With Asia remaining the world's largest and fastest-growing sur

Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir. BERNAMA FILE PIC The government is turning to biodiesel to reduce reliance on imported fuels, leveraging Malaysia's existing production capacity and infrastructure to cushion the impact of the global energy crisis. As such, the National Economic Action Council (MTEN) has moved to accelerate the increase of the national biodiesel blend from the B10 level to B15, beginning with a B12 formulation. Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd

United Malacca Bhd is set to benefit from rising crude palm oil prices, supported by strong growth in fresh fruit bunch (FFB) output. NSTP/DANIAL SAAD United Malacca Bhd is set to benefit from rising crude palm oil (CPO) prices, supported by strong growth in fresh fruit bunch (FFB) output, according to CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd. The firm said the palm oil producer achieved an 18.4 per cent year-on-year (YoY) increase in FFB output in the nine-month period of financial year 2026

SD Guthrie Bhd's uptrend is expected to remain intact, supported by firm crude palm oil (CPO) prices and broader sector tailwinds driven by elevated crude oil prices amid ongoing supply constraints. Bernama pic SD Guthrie Bhd's uptrend is expected to remain intact, supported by firm crude palm oil (CPO) prices and broader sector tailwinds driven by elevated crude oil prices amid ongoing supply constraints. Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB) said the counter is well-positio

The Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC) has strengthened Malaysia’s push into emerging markets following the successful conclusion of a trade networking visit involving 35 buyers from Central Asian Republics. The Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC) has strengthened Malaysia's push into emerging markets following the successful conclusion of a trade networking visit involving 35 buyers from Central Asian Republics. The initiative underscores efforts to expand Malaysia's footprint

Sustainable palm oil processing starts with smarter thermal efficiency. In the competitive landscape of palm oil refining, operational efficiency and sustainability have become paramount concerns for producers across Southeast Asia. A recent installation at a Malaysian palm oil refinery demonstrates how proven heat transfer technology can deliver remarkable improvements in energy recovery, fuel consumption, and environmental performance—with a return on investment achieved in

In an industry increasingly shaped by efficiency, sustainability, and responsible technological advancement, YKL Group has established itself as a trusted engineering partner to palm oil millers worldwide. With more than 50 years of industry experience, the company continues to drive operational excellence by delivering innovative machinery solutions that balance performance, environmental responsibility, and longterm value creation. Founded in 1973 by visionary entrepreneur

How behaviour-based digital transformation is closing the productivity gap in Southeast Asian oil palm estates By ABS Global | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | July - September 2026 The Opportunity You Are Missing Every Round Every estate manager knows the frustration. You invest in better seedlings, more fertiliser, upgraded equipment — yet yield numbers remain stubbornly flat. The industry tends to blame soil conditions, climate, or commodity cycles. But research across multiple oi

As the palm oil industry continues to navigate sustainability expectations, rising operational costs, labour shortages, and increasing digitalisation, many producers are re-evaluating how technology can support long-term operational resilience and environmental performance. For more than three decades, Yokogawa has been supporting palm oil mills, refineries, and oleochemical plants across and customers globally to accelerate their transformation journeys through automation, i

Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad, Plantation and Commodities Minister, during her visit to the Sawit Intelligent Management System (SIMS) Control Room at Wisma Dura, MPOB, Bangi More than 95 per cent of Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) license holders across various categories have actively used the Sawit Intelligent Management System (SIMS). According to MPOB Director General Datuk Ahmad Parveez Ghulam Kadir, the SIMS system has the potential to function as an integrated data hub

Graham Hefer, MD Okomu Oil Palm Company Plc Nigeria’s palm oil industry is facing renewed pressure as rising imports, policy uncertainty and structural bottlenecks threaten local production. Industry stakeholders have warned that a surge in cheap imports could undermine decades of investment aimed at rebuilding domestic capacity under the government’s backward integration policy. In this interview, Graham Hefer, Managing Director of Okomu Oil Palm Company Plc, spoke with Ta

(From left) SD Guthrie Berhad Head of Supply Chain Sustainability Mark Wong; SD Guthrie Berhad Chief Technology and Innovation Officer Dr David Ross Appleton; SD Guthrie Berhad Chief Sustainability Officer Rashyid Razman; WWF-Malaysia Chief Executive Officer Sophia Lim; WWF-Malaysia Global Palm Oil Director Kamal Seth; and WWF-Malaysia Strategic Conservation Partnerships Senior Director Dr Henry Chan at the partnership launch held at Guthrie’s headquarters in Ara Damansara. —