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Sharp Decline in UK Economy in July Revives Recession Risk
The UK economy shrank at the fastest pace in seven months in July, as strikes and wet weather hit activity harder than expected, reviving fears that a recession may be under way.
13 SEP 2023
Sharp Decline in UK Economy in July Revives Recession Risk
The UK economy shrank at the fastest pace in seven months in July, as strikes and wet weather hit activity harder than expected, reviving fears that a recession may be under way.
Kenanga Research: Rubber Glove Demand-Supply Situation to Head Towards Equilibrium in 2025
The demand-supply situation in the rubber glove industry will only start to head towards equilibrium in 2025 when there is virtually no more new capacity coming onstream while the global demand for gloves continues to rise by 15 per cent per annum underpinned by rising hygiene awareness, Kenanga Research said.
06 SEP 2023
Kenanga Research: Rubber Glove Demand-Supply Situation to Head Towards Equilibrium in 2025
The demand-supply situation in the rubber glove industry will only start to head towards equilibrium in 2025 when there is virtually no more new capacity coming onstream while the global demand for gloves continues to rise by 15 per cent per annum underpinned by rising hygiene awareness, Kenanga Research said.
Brazilian Regulator ANVISA Amends Medical Device Import Law
Brazil’s medical device regulator ANVISA has issued RDC No. 810/2023 (link in Portuguese) to amend Article 60 of RDC No. 751/2022: Notification and Registration of Medical Devices (link in Portuguese). The amendment took effect August 18, 2023.
30 AUG 2023
Brazilian Regulator ANVISA Amends Medical Device Import Law
Brazil’s medical device regulator ANVISA has issued RDC No. 810/2023 (link in Portuguese) to amend Article 60 of RDC No. 751/2022: Notification and Registration of Medical Devices (link in Portuguese). The amendment took effect August 18, 2023.
Wellcall's Profit Surges 65% On Strong Demand For Industrial Rubber Hose
Wellcall Holdings Bhd's net profit jumped 64.84% to RM17.65 million for the third quarter ended June 30, 2023 (3QFY2023), from RM10.78 million a year ago, as revenue grew on the back of continued strong demand for industrial rubber hose.
21 AUG 2023
Wellcall's Profit Surges 65% On Strong Demand For Industrial Rubber Hose
Wellcall Holdings Bhd's net profit jumped 64.84% to RM17.65 million for the third quarter ended June 30, 2023 (3QFY2023), from RM10.78 million a year ago, as revenue grew on the back of continued strong demand for industrial rubber hose.
Miti: Malaysia's Trade Surplus In July 2023 Up By 7.9pc Y-O-Y
Malaysia’s trade surplus in July 2023 increased by 7.9 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) to RM17.09 billion and was the 39th consecutive month of trade surplus since May 2020.
18 AUG 2023
Miti: Malaysia's Trade Surplus In July 2023 Up By 7.9pc Y-O-Y
Malaysia’s trade surplus in July 2023 increased by 7.9 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) to RM17.09 billion and was the 39th consecutive month of trade surplus since May 2020.
New Guidelines for Modifications to Medical Device Registrations in Mexico
Mexican medical device market regulator COFEPRIS has published updated guidance covering modifications to device registrations in order to streamline review processes and reduce backlogs.
15 AUG 2023
New Guidelines for Modifications to Medical Device Registrations in Mexico
Mexican medical device market regulator COFEPRIS has published updated guidance covering modifications to device registrations in order to streamline review processes and reduce backlogs.
Malaysia Medical Device Regulator MDA Revises Consultancy Services
The Malaysia Medical Device Authority (MDA) updated its consultancy services (August 2, 2023). Initially offered in July 2019, as in-person consultation services (quoted as RM 600 per hour), the MDA’s services have now been relaunched and explained in greater detail. We understand that this revision is to remind the industry that the MDA is available to assist.
10 AUG 2023
Malaysia Medical Device Regulator MDA Revises Consultancy Services
The Malaysia Medical Device Authority (MDA) updated its consultancy services (August 2, 2023). Initially offered in July 2019, as in-person consultation services (quoted as RM 600 per hour), the MDA’s services have now been relaunched and explained in greater detail. We understand that this revision is to remind the industry that the MDA is available to assist.
Malaysia’s Natural Rubber Production Rises 23.8 Pct In June
Malaysia’s natural rubber production increased by 23.8 percent to 29,867 tonnes in June from 24,126 tonnes in May, official data showed Tuesday.
09 AUG 2023
Malaysia’s Natural Rubber Production Rises 23.8 Pct In June
Malaysia’s natural rubber production increased by 23.8 percent to 29,867 tonnes in June from 24,126 tonnes in May, official data showed Tuesday.
Malaysia To Raise Its Annual Latex Production By 30pc, Says Fadillah
The government plans to boost the country’s latex production by 30 per cent to 40,000 tonnes annually to help meet the demand of the rubber-based downstream sector, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said.
05 AUG 2023
Malaysia To Raise Its Annual Latex Production By 30pc, Says Fadillah
The government plans to boost the country’s latex production by 30 per cent to 40,000 tonnes annually to help meet the demand of the rubber-based downstream sector, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said.
Draft Medical Device Post-Market Surveillance Requirements Published for the UK
On July 26, 2023, the World Trade Organization (WTO) published notification of the draft Post-Market Surveillance Requirements Statutory Instrument (PMS SI), which includes a link to the draft PMS SI, providing interested stakeholders with early notice of the intended legislative changes related to Post-Market Surveillance (PMS) for medical devices in Great Britain. The UK’s Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is a member of WTO and intends to implement the PMS SI.
28 JUL 2023
Draft Medical Device Post-Market Surveillance Requirements Published for the UK
On July 26, 2023, the World Trade Organization (WTO) published notification of the draft Post-Market Surveillance Requirements Statutory Instrument (PMS SI), which includes a link to the draft PMS SI, providing interested stakeholders with early notice of the intended legislative changes related to Post-Market Surveillance (PMS) for medical devices in Great Britain. The UK’s Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is a member of WTO and intends to implement the PMS SI.
Kossan Expects Glove Sector Challenges to Persist In 2H23
Despite some signs of stabilisation, Kossan Rubber Industries Bhd expects the glove sector to remain affected by a supply-demand imbalance, and this is projected to persist throughout the second half of FY23.
27 JUL 2023
Kossan Expects Glove Sector Challenges to Persist In 2H23
Despite some signs of stabilisation, Kossan Rubber Industries Bhd expects the glove sector to remain affected by a supply-demand imbalance, and this is projected to persist throughout the second half of FY23.
Sarawak Turns to Plastic Bottle Cap, Used Tyres as Road Building Materials
Sarawak is planning to build roads from used plastic bottle caps and crumb rubber using new technology which will be durable, sustainable, better quality and environmentally friendly.
17 JUL 2023
Sarawak Turns to Plastic Bottle Cap, Used Tyres as Road Building Materials
Sarawak is planning to build roads from used plastic bottle caps and crumb rubber using new technology which will be durable, sustainable, better quality and environmentally friendly.
Britain Officially Joins Trans-Pacific Trade Pact, Marking First Malaysia-UK FTA
The United Kingdom (UK) on Sunday officially joined Malaysia and 11 other founding countries in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), marking the first free trade agreement (FTA) between Malaysia and the UK.
16 JUL 2023
Britain Officially Joins Trans-Pacific Trade Pact, Marking First Malaysia-UK FTA
The United Kingdom (UK) on Sunday officially joined Malaysia and 11 other founding countries in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), marking the first free trade agreement (FTA) between Malaysia and the UK.
Nitrile Gloves Lead the Examination and Surgical Gloves Market, Projected to Surpass US$ 15.9 Billion by 2033 - Persistence Market Research
Examination and Surgical Gloves Market Segmented By Examination Gloves and Surgical Gloves Product made with Natural Rubber (NR), Nitrile Rubber (NBR), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Polyurethane (PU), Synthetic Material
12 JUL 2023
Nitrile Gloves Lead the Examination and Surgical Gloves Market, Projected to Surpass US$ 15.9 Billion by 2033 - Persistence Market Research
Examination and Surgical Gloves Market Segmented By Examination Gloves and Surgical Gloves Product made with Natural Rubber (NR), Nitrile Rubber (NBR), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Polyurethane (PU), Synthetic Material
Malaysia's Natural Rubber Production Up 6.8% in May - DoSM
Malaysia’s natural rubber (NR) production increased by 6.8 per cent to 25,062 tonnes in May 2023 from 23,460 tonnes in April 2023, said the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DoSM).
10 JUL 2023
Malaysia's Natural Rubber Production Up 6.8% in May - DoSM
Malaysia’s natural rubber (NR) production increased by 6.8 per cent to 25,062 tonnes in May 2023 from 23,460 tonnes in April 2023, said the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DoSM).
Young Farmers Encouraged to Do Research
Youths who are engaged in the plantation field are encouraged to be involved in research in order to benefit from the development of mechanisation and automation technologies in the sector.
27 JUN 2023
Young Farmers Encouraged to Do Research
Youths who are engaged in the plantation field are encouraged to be involved in research in order to benefit from the development of mechanisation and automation technologies in the sector.
MRC’s Position Paper on EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Receives Positive Response
The Malaysian Rubber Council (MRC) has successfully completed its special mission to Brussels, Belgium from June 18-23 dedicated to present a position paper on the European Union (EU) Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence (CSDD), entitled 'Together Towards Sustainable Future of Malaysian Rubber Industry'.
23 JUN 2023
MRC’s Position Paper on EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Receives Positive Response
The Malaysian Rubber Council (MRC) has successfully completed its special mission to Brussels, Belgium from June 18-23 dedicated to present a position paper on the European Union (EU) Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence (CSDD), entitled 'Together Towards Sustainable Future of Malaysian Rubber Industry'.
UK Regulators Plan New Medical Device Legislation for Summer 2025
The UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has updated guidance delaying the future implementation of medical device legislation. In addition, a Statutory Instrument has now been published, as proposed in Jan 2023, to ensure that compliance with the EU medical device legislation supports the ongoing safe supply of medical devices by continuing to grant access to the UK market.
19 JUN 2023
UK Regulators Plan New Medical Device Legislation for Summer 2025
The UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has updated guidance delaying the future implementation of medical device legislation. In addition, a Statutory Instrument has now been published, as proposed in Jan 2023, to ensure that compliance with the EU medical device legislation supports the ongoing safe supply of medical devices by continuing to grant access to the UK market.
Fadillah: Govt Mulls Consolidating Rubber Smallholders into ‘Mini-Estates’ to Enable Agritech Adoption
The unity government is discussing the consolidation of rubber smallholders into “mini-estates” to facilitate the adoption of agriculture technology (agritech) in their operations.
15 JUN 2023
Fadillah: Govt Mulls Consolidating Rubber Smallholders into ‘Mini-Estates’ to Enable Agritech Adoption
The unity government is discussing the consolidation of rubber smallholders into “mini-estates” to facilitate the adoption of agriculture technology (agritech) in their operations.
Malaysia Needs to Develop Action Plan to Retain Talents, Attract New Planters – DPM Fadillah
Malaysia must develop an action plan to retain existing talents and attract a new generation of planters to be the driving force of the industry.
14 JUN 2023
Malaysia Needs to Develop Action Plan to Retain Talents, Attract New Planters – DPM Fadillah
Malaysia must develop an action plan to retain existing talents and attract a new generation of planters to be the driving force of the industry.
DPM Fadillah: Govt Looking at Ways to Help Rubber Smallholders Produce Latex
The government is identifying methods to help and encourage rubber smallholders to switch to producing latex from scrap rubber and crepe rubber.
11 JUN 2023
DPM Fadillah: Govt Looking at Ways to Help Rubber Smallholders Produce Latex
The government is identifying methods to help and encourage rubber smallholders to switch to producing latex from scrap rubber and crepe rubber.
Rubber Plantations Haven't Experienced Extreme Heatwave So Far, Says Deputy Minister
None of the areas planted with rubber in Malaysia had experienced a Level 3 (extreme) heatwave as of Monday (June 5), said Deputy Rural and Regional Development Minister Datuk Rubiah Wang, citing a report by the Meteorological Department.
06 JUN 2023
Rubber Plantations Haven't Experienced Extreme Heatwave So Far, Says Deputy Minister
None of the areas planted with rubber in Malaysia had experienced a Level 3 (extreme) heatwave as of Monday (June 5), said Deputy Rural and Regional Development Minister Datuk Rubiah Wang, citing a report by the Meteorological Department.
Mexico’s Ministry of Health Updates Requirements for Medical Device Registration Renewals and Modification Submissions
Mexico’s Ministry of Health has updated its requirements for medical device registration renewals and modification submissions.
02 JUN 2023
Mexico’s Ministry of Health Updates Requirements for Medical Device Registration Renewals and Modification Submissions
Mexico’s Ministry of Health has updated its requirements for medical device registration renewals and modification submissions.
Ansell Receives the Highest Recyclability Certification From Institut Cyclos-HTP
Ansell has received the highest recyclability certification by Institut Cyclos-HTP (CHI), a globally recognized organization that assess and certifies the recyclability of packaging and goods, confirming a AAA rating for the SMART Pack™ packaging for surgical gloves. This AAA rating further affirms Ansell’s commitment to lead sustainable packaging design through its SMART Pack™ initiative which begun in 2016.
30 MAY 2023
Ansell Receives the Highest Recyclability Certification From Institut Cyclos-HTP
Ansell has received the highest recyclability certification by Institut Cyclos-HTP (CHI), a globally recognized organization that assess and certifies the recyclability of packaging and goods, confirming a AAA rating for the SMART Pack™ packaging for surgical gloves. This AAA rating further affirms Ansell’s commitment to lead sustainable packaging design through its SMART Pack™ initiative which begun in 2016.
Malaysia To Fight Discriminatory Trade Practices Against Agricommodity
The government will fight against any discriminatory trade practices against Malaysia’s agricommodity sector, says Deputy Prime Minister and Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.
30 MAY 2023
Malaysia To Fight Discriminatory Trade Practices Against Agricommodity
The government will fight against any discriminatory trade practices against Malaysia’s agricommodity sector, says Deputy Prime Minister and Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.
Mexico Ministry of Health Updates Rules and Requirements For Medical Device Classification
Appendix II of the Mexican Pharmacopoeia includes the criteria under which medical devices are classified in Mexico based on their risk level. The established criteria have always been presented as rules, indicating the characteristics of medical devices in relation to their use, activity, contact and permanence with the body.
22 MAY 2023
Mexico Ministry of Health Updates Rules and Requirements For Medical Device Classification
Appendix II of the Mexican Pharmacopoeia includes the criteria under which medical devices are classified in Mexico based on their risk level. The established criteria have always been presented as rules, indicating the characteristics of medical devices in relation to their use, activity, contact and permanence with the body.
Proposals From Agricommodity Dialogue Session to Be Considered For 12MP Review — DPM
The proposals presented by industry players in the agricommodity sector will be considered during the mid-term review (MTR) of the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP), said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.
18 MAY 2023
Proposals From Agricommodity Dialogue Session to Be Considered For 12MP Review — DPM
The proposals presented by industry players in the agricommodity sector will be considered during the mid-term review (MTR) of the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP), said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.
Rubber Market Likely to Trade Higher This Week
The Kuala Lumpur rubber market is expected to trade higher this week on expectation of supply shortages.
15 MAY 2023
Rubber Market Likely to Trade Higher This Week
The Kuala Lumpur rubber market is expected to trade higher this week on expectation of supply shortages.
Rubber Glove Makers to See Better Times Ahead
Malaysian rubber glove manufacturers are expected to see an upturn in the second half of the year (H2 2023) despite facing continuing challenges in raising their average selling prices (ASP).
15 MAY 2023
Rubber Glove Makers to See Better Times Ahead
Malaysian rubber glove manufacturers are expected to see an upturn in the second half of the year (H2 2023) despite facing continuing challenges in raising their average selling prices (ASP).
Euro Convergence: Experts Say Safety Information Should be Transparent, Accessible
Safety information related to medical products in Europe should be accessible and presented in a way that it can be understood by laypersons, said panelists speaking at the Euro Convergence 2023 opening plenary.
10 MAY 2023
Euro Convergence: Experts Say Safety Information Should be Transparent, Accessible
Safety information related to medical products in Europe should be accessible and presented in a way that it can be understood by laypersons, said panelists speaking at the Euro Convergence 2023 opening plenary.
Natural Rubber Production Eases 0.1 Pct Month-On-Month in March — DOSM
Malaysia’s natural rubber production eased 0.1 per cent month-on-month (m-o-m) to 27,188 tonnes in March 2023 from 27,209 tonnes in February 2023.
09 MAY 2023
Natural Rubber Production Eases 0.1 Pct Month-On-Month in March — DOSM
Malaysia’s natural rubber production eased 0.1 per cent month-on-month (m-o-m) to 27,188 tonnes in March 2023 from 27,209 tonnes in February 2023.
UK MHRA Has Published Details on How to Manage Leveraging EU Compliance
The MHRA has now published guidance on this topic (27 April 2023). The document is an extensive 11 pages which includes six scenarios, an Annex A table with timelines and details on how to manage the MHRA Device Registration System (DORS).
01 MAY 2023
UK MHRA Has Published Details on How to Manage Leveraging EU Compliance
The MHRA has now published guidance on this topic (27 April 2023). The document is an extensive 11 pages which includes six scenarios, an Annex A table with timelines and details on how to manage the MHRA Device Registration System (DORS).
Malaysian Rubber Council to share industry knowledge at this summer's Road Transport Expo
The Malaysian Rubber Council (MRC) will be rolling into this summer’s bumper tradeshow, Road Transport Expo (RTX), from 28-30 June at NAEC Stoneleigh.
27 APR 2023
Malaysian Rubber Council to share industry knowledge at this summer's Road Transport Expo
The Malaysian Rubber Council (MRC) will be rolling into this summer’s bumper tradeshow, Road Transport Expo (RTX), from 28-30 June at NAEC Stoneleigh.
Careplus Group Collaborates With Expert To Venture Into RE
Rubber glove maker Careplus Group Bhd is teaming up with an individual Woon Howl Chuen to venture into the renewable energy (RE) and energy efficiency management business, in a bid to provide an alternative source of income that will enhance the group's profitability in the future.
26 APR 2023
Careplus Group Collaborates With Expert To Venture Into RE
Rubber glove maker Careplus Group Bhd is teaming up with an individual Woon Howl Chuen to venture into the renewable energy (RE) and energy efficiency management business, in a bid to provide an alternative source of income that will enhance the group's profitability in the future.
ANRPC Expects Positive Trend In NR Market
In view of the recent developments and release of the latest outlook by International Monetary Fund (IMF), Malaysia-based Association of Natural Rubber Producing Countries (ANRPC) has updated its outlook of global natural rubber (NR) market for this year. Global production of NR is now projected to grow by 2.7% (0.1% higher than previously reported) reaching 14.916 million tonnes, while a contraction in global demand for NR by 0.4% going down to 14.912 million tonnes is expected.
26 APR 2023
ANRPC Expects Positive Trend In NR Market
In view of the recent developments and release of the latest outlook by International Monetary Fund (IMF), Malaysia-based Association of Natural Rubber Producing Countries (ANRPC) has updated its outlook of global natural rubber (NR) market for this year. Global production of NR is now projected to grow by 2.7% (0.1% higher than previously reported) reaching 14.916 million tonnes, while a contraction in global demand for NR by 0.4% going down to 14.912 million tonnes is expected.
Giving Discarded Rubber A New Life, This Malaysian Started A Footwear Biz That Upcycles Them
In 2021, it was estimated that we produced approximately 470,000 tonnes of rubber. That’s about the mass of three blue whales, the largest animal to ever live on the planet.
12 APR 2023
Giving Discarded Rubber A New Life, This Malaysian Started A Footwear Biz That Upcycles Them
In 2021, it was estimated that we produced approximately 470,000 tonnes of rubber. That’s about the mass of three blue whales, the largest animal to ever live on the planet.
DOSM: Natural Rubber Production Dips 7.6%, Exports Up 18.4% in February
Malaysia’s natural rubber (NR) production decreased by 7.6% to 27,209 tonnes in February 2023 from 29,451 tonnes in January 2023, said the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).
12 APR 2023
DOSM: Natural Rubber Production Dips 7.6%, Exports Up 18.4% in February
Malaysia’s natural rubber (NR) production decreased by 7.6% to 27,209 tonnes in February 2023 from 29,451 tonnes in January 2023, said the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).
Zahid: Govt to Boost Local Latex Production to Help Rubber Smallholders
The government will continue its focus on latex production to improve the income of rubber tappers in the country, said Rural and Regional Development minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
01 APR 2023
Zahid: Govt to Boost Local Latex Production to Help Rubber Smallholders
The government will continue its focus on latex production to improve the income of rubber tappers in the country, said Rural and Regional Development minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
Tengku Zafrul: Malaysian Exporters Set to Benefit from Preferential Tariffs as UK Joins CPTPP
Malaysian exporters are set to benefit from additional preferential access into United Kingdom’s market with the latter’s eventual accession into the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), minister Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz said today.
01 APR 2023
Tengku Zafrul: Malaysian Exporters Set to Benefit from Preferential Tariffs as UK Joins CPTPP
Malaysian exporters are set to benefit from additional preferential access into United Kingdom’s market with the latter’s eventual accession into the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), minister Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz said today.
Govt Steps Up Promotion to Boost Export of Rubber Products
The Plantation and Commodities Ministry (KPK) through the Malaysian Rubber Council (MRC) is actively drawing up and implementing promotional activities to increase the export of high-value rubber products such as rubber gloves, tyres and latex mattresses, said deputy minister Datuk Siti Aminah Aching.
27 MAR 2023
Govt Steps Up Promotion to Boost Export of Rubber Products
The Plantation and Commodities Ministry (KPK) through the Malaysian Rubber Council (MRC) is actively drawing up and implementing promotional activities to increase the export of high-value rubber products such as rubber gloves, tyres and latex mattresses, said deputy minister Datuk Siti Aminah Aching.
Glove Stocks Among Bursa's Most Active Counters
Rubber glove stocks emerged among Bursa Malaysia's most actively traded counters so far on Thursday (March 23), with Top Glove Corp Bhd in the second position.
23 MAR 2023
Glove Stocks Among Bursa's Most Active Counters
Rubber glove stocks emerged among Bursa Malaysia's most actively traded counters so far on Thursday (March 23), with Top Glove Corp Bhd in the second position.
Rubber Market Ends Higher
The Malaysian rubber market ended higher on Friday, supported by positive performance in China's economy coupled with gains in crude oil prices, a dealer said.
17 MAR 2023
Rubber Market Ends Higher
The Malaysian rubber market ended higher on Friday, supported by positive performance in China's economy coupled with gains in crude oil prices, a dealer said.
Top Glove Expects Utilisation Rate to Stabilise in The Next Quarter
Top Glove Corp Bhd, which suffered from a net loss for the third consecutive quarter, expects the utilisation rate of its production lines to stabilise over the next three months amid the industry-wide cut down of gloves supply and depleting inventories, which create momentum in stock replenishment.
16 MAR 2023
Top Glove Expects Utilisation Rate to Stabilise in The Next Quarter
Top Glove Corp Bhd, which suffered from a net loss for the third consecutive quarter, expects the utilisation rate of its production lines to stabilise over the next three months amid the industry-wide cut down of gloves supply and depleting inventories, which create momentum in stock replenishment.
Malaysian Smallholders Urge EU to Review Deforestation-Free Regulation
More than 500 smallholders in the country signed a petition as a joint stance to urge the European Union (EU) to review the European Union Deforestation-free Regulation (EUDR) that is deemed discriminatory.
15 MAR 2023
Malaysian Smallholders Urge EU to Review Deforestation-Free Regulation
More than 500 smallholders in the country signed a petition as a joint stance to urge the European Union (EU) to review the European Union Deforestation-free Regulation (EUDR) that is deemed discriminatory.
Malaysian Rubber and Rubber Products Export Value Totals RM35.98 Bil in 2022 — MRC
The export value for Malaysian rubber and rubber products totalled RM35.98 billion last year, the Malaysian Rubber Council (MRC) said.
09 MAR 2023
Malaysian Rubber and Rubber Products Export Value Totals RM35.98 Bil in 2022 — MRC
The export value for Malaysian rubber and rubber products totalled RM35.98 billion last year, the Malaysian Rubber Council (MRC) said.
Fadillah: Agricommodity Sector In Need Of Additional Allocations To Boost Revenue
The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities (KPK) will apply for additional allocations under Budget 2023 to boost the revenue of the agricommodity sector and to counter negative perceptions towards the sector.
08 MAR 2023
Fadillah: Agricommodity Sector In Need Of Additional Allocations To Boost Revenue
The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities (KPK) will apply for additional allocations under Budget 2023 to boost the revenue of the agricommodity sector and to counter negative perceptions towards the sector.
Kossan Unveils Initiatives to Help SMEs Decarbonise
Kossan Rubber Industries Bhd, in collaboration with Pantas Software Sdn Bhd, has launched Greening Value Chain (GVC) programme to help SMEs within its supply chain network to decarbonise their operations.
07 MAR 2023
Kossan Unveils Initiatives to Help SMEs Decarbonise
Kossan Rubber Industries Bhd, in collaboration with Pantas Software Sdn Bhd, has launched Greening Value Chain (GVC) programme to help SMEs within its supply chain network to decarbonise their operations.
Malaysia, UK Join Forces in Dealing with Forced Labourers, Says Sivakumar
“UK has agreed to offer training and training opportunities to Peninsular Malaysia Department of Labor Departments including Sabah and Sarawak as well as to other enforcement agencies and a follow -up visit by the UK was scheduled for March, Human Resources Minister, V. Sivakumar,” said in a statement today (Feb 27).
27 FEB 2023
Malaysia, UK Join Forces in Dealing with Forced Labourers, Says Sivakumar
“UK has agreed to offer training and training opportunities to Peninsular Malaysia Department of Labor Departments including Sabah and Sarawak as well as to other enforcement agencies and a follow -up visit by the UK was scheduled for March, Human Resources Minister, V. Sivakumar,” said in a statement today (Feb 27).
Budget 2023 Can Drive Growth of Plantation, Commodities Industries in Malaysia, Says Fadillah
The Budget 2023 will be able to drive the growth of the plantation and commodities industries in the Malaysia, said Deputy Prime Minister Dato Sri Fadillah Yusof.
25 FEB 2023
Budget 2023 Can Drive Growth of Plantation, Commodities Industries in Malaysia, Says Fadillah
The Budget 2023 will be able to drive the growth of the plantation and commodities industries in the Malaysia, said Deputy Prime Minister Dato Sri Fadillah Yusof.
Govt to Establish MSNR Guidelines to Assist Smallholders
The government is mulling over the idea of establishing the long-awaited Malaysian Sustainable Natural Rubber (MSNR) guideline soon.
20 FEB 2023
Govt to Establish MSNR Guidelines to Assist Smallholders
The government is mulling over the idea of establishing the long-awaited Malaysian Sustainable Natural Rubber (MSNR) guideline soon.
EU Needs to be More Open on Commodity Restrictions: Fadillah
The European Union (EU) needs to take a more open attitude over the bloc’s restrictions on the entry of certain commodities, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.
19 FEB 2023
EU Needs to be More Open on Commodity Restrictions: Fadillah
The European Union (EU) needs to take a more open attitude over the bloc’s restrictions on the entry of certain commodities, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.
Joint Mission to Tackle EU Restrictions on 7 Commodities
Malaysia and Indonesia will go on a joint mission to the European Union in May to deal with restrictions on commodities cultivated in deforested areas, says deputy prime minister Fadillah Yusof.
10 FEB 2023
Joint Mission to Tackle EU Restrictions on 7 Commodities
Malaysia and Indonesia will go on a joint mission to the European Union in May to deal with restrictions on commodities cultivated in deforested areas, says deputy prime minister Fadillah Yusof.
US Lifts Import Ban on Malaysian Rubber Glove Maker YTY Industry
The United States on Thursday lifted a year-long ban on the import of goods made by Malaysian rubber glove maker YTY Industry Holdings Sdn Bhd, saying the firm has resolved suspected labour abuses.
09 FEB 2023
US Lifts Import Ban on Malaysian Rubber Glove Maker YTY Industry
The United States on Thursday lifted a year-long ban on the import of goods made by Malaysian rubber glove maker YTY Industry Holdings Sdn Bhd, saying the firm has resolved suspected labour abuses.
Natural Rubber Production Up in December
Malaysia’s natural rubber (NR) production rose by 8.9% to 30,556 tonnes in December 2022 from 28,048 tonnes in November 2022, according to the Statistics Department.
08 FEB 2023
Natural Rubber Production Up in December
Malaysia’s natural rubber (NR) production rose by 8.9% to 30,556 tonnes in December 2022 from 28,048 tonnes in November 2022, according to the Statistics Department.
Ministry of Plantation and Commodities Will Focus on R&D to Market Products Internationally
The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities will focus on allocations and research and development (R&D) in order to market national products internationally in Budget 2023, said Deputy Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. He who is also the Minister of Plantation and Commodities said, this is necessary because the country is too dependent on imports and at the same time it is necessary to ensure that product acceptance can be maintained.
07 FEB 2023
Ministry of Plantation and Commodities Will Focus on R&D to Market Products Internationally
The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities will focus on allocations and research and development (R&D) in order to market national products internationally in Budget 2023, said Deputy Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. He who is also the Minister of Plantation and Commodities said, this is necessary because the country is too dependent on imports and at the same time it is necessary to ensure that product acceptance can be maintained.
Rubber Production Incentive Activated For January 2023
The Rubber Production Incentive (IPG) for smallholders has been activated for Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak beginning from Feb 1-28, 2023, based on the production for January 2023.
01 FEB 2023
Rubber Production Incentive Activated For January 2023
The Rubber Production Incentive (IPG) for smallholders has been activated for Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak beginning from Feb 1-28, 2023, based on the production for January 2023.
To Elevate Agricommodity Export Value To RM35 Billion A Short-Term KPI, Says Fadillah
Short-term KPI target to boost agricommodity export value to RM35bil
A key performance indicator (KPI) in 100 days has been set by the Ministry of Plantation and Commodities, that is to boost the export value of the agricommodity sector with a target of RM35 billion, according to Plantation and Commodities Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.
26 JAN 2023
To Elevate Agricommodity Export Value To RM35 Billion A Short-Term KPI, Says Fadillah
Short-term KPI target to boost agricommodity export value to RM35bil
A key performance indicator (KPI) in 100 days has been set by the Ministry of Plantation and Commodities, that is to boost the export value of the agricommodity sector with a target of RM35 billion, according to Plantation and Commodities Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.
Rubber Market Ends Higher, Tracking Gains In Japanese Rubber Futures
The Malaysian rubber market ended higher today, tracking gains in the Japanese rubber futures markets amid the absence of Chinese traders due to the Chinese New Year holidays, said a dealer.
25 JAN 2023
Rubber Market Ends Higher, Tracking Gains In Japanese Rubber Futures
The Malaysian rubber market ended higher today, tracking gains in the Japanese rubber futures markets amid the absence of Chinese traders due to the Chinese New Year holidays, said a dealer.
UK MHRA Updates Roadmap For New Medical Device Regulations
UK regulators cover near-term plans to roll out new medical device market requirements
24 JAN 2023
UK MHRA Updates Roadmap For New Medical Device Regulations
UK regulators cover near-term plans to roll out new medical device market requirements
A More Strategic Policy For Rubber Smallholders
The Plantation and Commodities Ministry (KPK) and the Malaysian Rubber Board (LGM) will work with relevant ministries and agencies in creating a more strategic policy to safeguard the welfare of rubber tappers and smallholders.
16 JAN 2023
A More Strategic Policy For Rubber Smallholders
The Plantation and Commodities Ministry (KPK) and the Malaysian Rubber Board (LGM) will work with relevant ministries and agencies in creating a more strategic policy to safeguard the welfare of rubber tappers and smallholders.
Rubber Market Likely To Trade Range-Bound With Upside Bias
The Malaysian rubber market is expected to trade range-bound with a biased tendency to trade slightly higher this week.
09 JAN 2023
Rubber Market Likely To Trade Range-Bound With Upside Bias
The Malaysian rubber market is expected to trade range-bound with a biased tendency to trade slightly higher this week.
Sabah To Continue RM20 Million Allocation To Smallholders For Rubber Price Incentives
The Sabah government will continue its RM20 million allocation to smallholders for the payment of rubber price incentives this year.
07 JAN 2023
Sabah To Continue RM20 Million Allocation To Smallholders For Rubber Price Incentives
The Sabah government will continue its RM20 million allocation to smallholders for the payment of rubber price incentives this year.
Fadillah Yusof Visits MRC, Gets Briefing On Efforts In Promoting Rubber Industry
The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Plantation and Commodities, Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof (pix) today visited the Malaysian Rubber Council (MRC), an agency under his Ministry, which is in charge of promoting Malaysian quality rubber and rubber products.
03 JAN 2023
Fadillah Yusof Visits MRC, Gets Briefing On Efforts In Promoting Rubber Industry
The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Plantation and Commodities, Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof (pix) today visited the Malaysian Rubber Council (MRC), an agency under his Ministry, which is in charge of promoting Malaysian quality rubber and rubber products.