Ahmad Shabery, with a Felda vehicle running on B100, with officials demonstrating the capability of biofuel. B100, a 100% palm oil-based biodiesel, has the potential to emerge as a more competitive and sustainable alternative energy source amid uncertainties arising from the West Asia crisis, said Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Shabery Cheek. He said the B100 implementation, which is still at the policy stage, will kick off within the Fel

Rising demand for biodiesel blending in Thailand is linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. - The Nation/ANN Thailand will tighten controls on crude palm oil exports from Tuesday (April 7) in a bid to maintain a balance between domestic consumption and rising energy demand. According to the Royal Gazette, the measure, effective for one year, restricts the export of crude palm oil unless prior approval is granted by the authorities. The move comes amid rising deman

The Malaysian palm oil industry has entered a solid growth phase in March, fuelled by a massive surge in exports that pushes inventories to their lowest level in seven months. The country's palm oil stocks tumbled 16.1 per cent to 2.27 million tonnes in March from February, marking their lowest level since August, data from the Malaysian Palm Oil Board showed on Friday. Industry observers said this tightening supply, down for a third consecutive month, demonstrates the global

Malaysia’s palm oil-based biodiesel consumption is set to rise by more than 300,000 metric tons annually, the Malaysian Palm Oil Board said, as the country joins top producer Indonesia in raising blending mandates to reduce reliance on energy imports. On Tuesday, the Malaysian government said it would increase its 10% biodiesel mandate, known as B10, to a 15% biodiesel blend without giving a timeline. It will start with a 12% blend without incurring any additional production

Malaysia is in an extremely advantageous position as one of the world’s top palm oil exporters, continuing to supply edible oils to countries which are grappling with rising food prices and fertiliser supply disruptions due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Julian McGill, the managing director of UK-based economic advisory firm Glenauk Economics, attributed this to palm oil production being less affected by fertiliser supply disruptions due to the ongoing conflict in We

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