(From Left to Right) – Mr. Goh Chen Ann (Executive Director of HSS Holdings Berhad), Mr. Goh Chen Chang, (Managing Director of HSS Holdings Berhad), Datuk Bill Tan (Executive Director of M & A Securities Sdn. Bhd.), Mr. Gary Ting, Head, (Corporate Finance of M & A Securities Sdn Bhd)
HSS Holdings Berhad melancarkan prospektus rasmi sempena penyenaraian syarikat itu di Pasaran ACE Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad menerusi Tawaran Awam Permulaan (IPO) yang dijangka memperkukuh pertumbuhan operasi dan pengeluaran kumpulan. IPO berkenaan melibatkan penerbitan 75 juta saham baharu serta tawaran jualan sebanyak 52.5 juta saham sedia ada. Pada harga IPO RM0.18 sesaham, HSS dijangka memperoleh hasil kasar sebanyak RM13.5 juta.
Daripada jumlah tersebut, RM2.57 juta akan digunakan bagi tujuan perbelanjaan modal untuk Kemudahan Pembuatan Kumpulan, RM4.50 juta diperuntukkan untuk pembayaran balik pinjaman bank, RM2.93 juta untuk modal kerja dan RM3.50 juta bagi membiayai kos penyenaraian.
HSS merupakan syarikat yang terlibat dalam penyumberan produk bakeri, perdagangan bakeri dan produk lain serta pembuatan produk bakeri. Sejak memulakan operasi pada tahun 2004, syarikat itu telah membina pengalaman lebih 20 tahun dalam industri produk bakeri dan mewujudkan rangkaian pengedaran yang kukuh menerusi pemborong, pengedar serta peruncit di seluruh negara.
Kumpulan itu kini menawarkan lebih 6,000 SKU melibatkan kek, biskut, snek dan produk lain di bawah jenama seperti SINAR®, 合顺成饼家® dan Sa1ko®. Selain itu, HSS turut membekalkan produk berjenama dan tidak berjenama bagi memenuhi pelbagai keperluan pengguna.
Dana yang diperoleh menerusi IPO akan dimanfaatkan untuk meningkatkan kapasiti pengeluaran dan mempertingkatkan kecekapan operasi. Antara pelan utama syarikat termasuk pemasangan barisan pengeluaran biskut baharu, menaik taraf barisan pengeluaran sedia ada, automasi proses pengeluaran tertentu serta pembangunan barisan pengeluaran kek automatik baharu.
Pengarah Urusan HSS Holdings Berhad, Goh Chen Chang berkata, pelancaran prospektus itu mencerminkan satu langkah penting dalam perjalanan korporat syarikat. Beliau berkata, HSS berjaya membina asas kukuh dalam industri melalui portfolio produk yang luas, hubungan pelanggan yang stabil serta rangkaian pengedaran yang menyeluruh. “IPO ini akan membantu kami memperkukuh operasi dan menyokong pertumbuhan jangka panjang syarikat,” katanya.
Dalam pada itu, Pengarah Eksekutif M & A Securities Sdn. Bhd., Datuk Bill Tan berkata, kedudukan HSS dalam pasaran produk bakeri domestik terus diperkukuh oleh pengalaman operasi yang luas dan kepelbagaian produk yang ditawarkan. Katanya, pelaburan dalam kemudahan pembuatan dan automasi dijangka mampu memperkukuh prestasi operasi HSS selepas penyenaraian kelak. M & A Securities Sdn. Bhd. merupakan Penasihat Utama, Penaja, Penaja Jamin dan Ejen Penempatan untuk IPO tersebut.
Orgabio Holdings Berhad (Orgabio) melonjakkan untung bersih suku ketiganya sebanyak 192.6% kepada RM3.2 juta bagi tempoh berakhir 31 Mac 2026, berbanding RM1.1 juta bagi tempoh yang sama tahun lalu. Pengeluar premix minuman segera terkemuka di Malaysia ini mencatatkan prestasi luar biasa tersebut berikutan peningkatan ketara dalam aktiviti pembuatan untuk pemilik jenama pihak ketiga, di samping disokong oleh kecekapan pengeluaran yang lebih tinggi di kilang baharunya.
Sari pendapatan syarikat bagi suku di bawah kajian turut berkembang 24.26% tahun ke tahun (YoY) kepada RM34.8 juta berbanding RM28.0 juta sebelumnya. Lonjakan volum pengeluaran ini membolehkan Orgabio meraih ekonomi skala yang lebih baik, sekali gus melonjakkan keuntungan kasar sebanyak 84.11% YoY kepada RM8.0 juta. Margin keuntungan kasar Kumpulan juga berkembang kukuh kepada 22.91%, dipengaruhi oleh kestabilan harga bahan mentah dan pergerakan kadar pertukaran asing yang menggalakkan.
Bagi tempoh kumulatif sembilan bulan yang berakhir pada 31 Mac 2026, Orgabio mencatatkan lonjakan pendapatan sebanyak 49.10% kepada RM114.6 juta, manakala keuntungan bersih selepas cukai (PAT) terkumpul melonjak 154.84% YoY kepada RM8.7 juta. Pasaran domestik kekal menjadi penyumbang terbesar dengan RM64.9 juta, manakala pasaran luar negara menunjukkan trajektori pertumbuhan yang kukuh apabila meningkat kepada RM49.7 juta, mencerminkan asas permintaan yang luas daripada pelanggan korporat global.
Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif dan Pengarah Eksekutif Orgabio, Encik Ean Yong Hien Voon menjelaskan bahawa keputusan suku ketiga ini membuktikan pengukuhan berterusan platform operasi syarikat. Walaupun pendapatan suku ke suku (QoQ) menyusut 14.57% susulan pesanan domestik yang lebih perlahan bagi segmen kopi, kecekapan pengeluaran dan kos input yang stabil membolehkan PAT melonjak 192.60% berbanding suku kedua. Seiring dengan prestasi itu, lembaran imbangan syarikat semakin mantap dengan jumlah aset mencecah RM101.0 juta, manakala jumlah pinjaman berjaya dikurangkan kepada RM7.3 juta.
Melihat prospek masa hadapan, pengurusan Orgabio mengekalkan pandangan positif terhadap pasaran pracampuran kopi dan minuman global, khususnya di rantau Asia Pasifik yang dipacu oleh trend pembandaran dan produk premium. Di Malaysia, industri ini kekal berdaya tahan dengan kelebihan negara sebagai hab pembuatan halal bertauliah. Mengambil kira peralihan trend pengguna ke arah produk bernilai tambah dan lebih sihat seperti alternatif rendah gula serta bebas tenusu, Orgabio komited untuk memacu inovasi produk demi memastikan pertumbuhan pendapatan yang mampan bagi tahun kewangan 2026.
Auto Bavaria has once again demonstrated its steadfast dedication to retail and service superiority within the Malaysian luxury automotive sector, securing the prestigious BMW Excellence Club Award Champion title for the year 2025. This historic accolade marks an unprecedented 15th consecutive year that the organization has received the highest honor bestowed by BMW Group Malaysia. Formalized at the recent 2026 Dealer Awards Night, this monumental achievement serves to re-establish Auto Bavaria’s standing as the nation’s foremost authorized dealer for the BMW brand.
Underscoring its operational breadth, Auto Bavaria emerged as the most heavily decorated dealership of the evening, securing a total of 40 accolades across its BMW, MINI, and BMW Motorrad business units. The awards recognize a comprehensive standard of merit across all primary corporate pillars, including sales performance, aftersales operational excellence, customer experience innovation, marketing efficacy, and portfolio leadership within BMW Group Financial Services.
This sustained record of organizational merit was driven by exemplary individual leadership and performance across Auto Bavaria’s national network. In the premier Platinum category of the BMW Excellence Club Award, Dealer Principals Joe Lee Se Juan of Auto Bavaria Ara Damansara and Lim Sern Paul of Auto Bavaria Balakong were accorded top honors. The Gold category similarly recognized the executive leadership of Dealer Principals Wong Kim Kooi (Penang), Benjamin Ang Boon Chyuan (Tebrau), and Muhammad Shaza Abdul Karim (Johor Bahru).
Furthermore, personnel from the Ara Damansara, Balakong, Penang, Kuala Lumpur, and Tebrau operations were highly commended within the BMW Vision Club and Aftersales Vision Club categories, as well as the specialized MINI Issigonis Club and BMW Motorrad Dealer Awards. Notable distinctions in automotive financing were also achieved, with Joe Lee Se Juan securing the award for Highest Penetration for BMW Financial Services, Benjamin Ang Boon Chyuan winning for BMW Motorrad Financial Services, and multiple sales advisors cited for top performance in Easy Drive client contracts.
Wong Loke Win, Head of Operations at Auto Bavaria, emphasized the corporate gravity of the milestone, stating that to be recognized as the BMW Excellence Club Award Champion for 15 consecutive years represents both a profound honor and an institutional responsibility. He attributed this enduring success to the collective dedication of the workforce and the long-term patronage of their clientele. Looking toward future strategic developments, he affirmed Auto Bavaria’s focus on advancing premium mobility in Malaysia through the expansion of its Retail.NEXT infrastructure, enhanced digital integration, and the continued delivery of an exceptional vehicle ownership experience.
By maintaining its position at the vanguard of the industry for a decade and a half, Auto Bavaria continues to define the benchmark for customer-centric professional standards. Backed by a comprehensive infrastructure comprising six showrooms, eight service centers, and four specialized body and paint centers nationwide, the company successfully reinforces its status as Malaysia’s premier, most frequently recognized BMW partner.
JAG Berhad (“JAG” atau “Syarikat”), syarikat yang fokus dalam pengurusan sisa dan pemulihan sumber, hari ini mengumumkan bahawa semua resolusi yang dibentangkan pada Mesyuarat Agung Tahunan Ke-28 (AGM ke-28) telah diluluskan oleh para pemegang saham. Mesyuarat tersebut berlangsung di Kelab Golf dan Desa Kota Permai, Shah Alam.
Pada AGM tersebut, pemegang saham menerima Penyata Kewangan Beraudit bagi tahun kewangan berakhir 31 Disember 2025 bersama laporan Pengarah dan Juruaudit. Mereka turut meluluskan pembayaran yuran Pengarah untuk tahun kewangan berakhir 31 Disember 2026 serta manfaat berkaitan yang akan dibayar sehingga AGM akan datang.
Selain itu, Datin Tan Siew Ching dipilih semula sebagai Pengarah Syarikat, manakala Russell Bedford LC PLT dilantik semula sebagai Juruaudit Syarikat. Encik Ewe Chuan Seng pula bersara selepas tamat AGM selepas memilih untuk tidak bertanding semula.
Pemegang saham turut meluluskan pembaharuan mandat am bagi membolehkan Syarikat menerbitkan sehingga 10% saham baharu untuk tujuan pengumpulan dana, termasuk pelaburan masa depan, modal kerja dan pengambilalihan yang bersesuaian.
Dalam masa sama, cadangan pembaharuan mandat transaksi pihak berkaitan berulang serta cadangan pembelian balik saham sehingga 10% daripada jumlah saham diterbitkan juga diluluskan.
Menurut Pengerusi dan Pengarah Eksekutif JAG Berhad, Datin Tan Siew Ching, sokongan yang diberikan pemegang saham mencerminkan keyakinan terhadap hala tuju operasi dan tadbir urus syarikat. Beliau berkata JAG akan terus memberi fokus kepada pengurusan operasi yang mampan serta memperkukuh pertumbuhan jangka panjang syarikat.
L-R Muhsin Sabri (Head, Business Development Bateriku), Azarol Faizi (CEO, Bateriku), Muhd Raden Anwar (CEO, WAHDAH), Ahmad Amran Kapi (CTO, WAHDAH)
Bateriku, Malaysia’s leading automotive ecosystem provider, has announced a strategic collaboration with WAHDAH, a prominent mobility and travel technology company specialising in car rental and car-sharing solutions, to enhance mobility support for motorists facing unexpected vehicle breakdowns. Carried under the theme “Car Breakdown? Stay on the Move!”, the partnership is designed to minimise disruptions caused by vehicle downtime by ensuring customers maintain access to reliable transportation while their cars undergo maintenance or repairs.
Known for its extensive ecosystem of roadside assistance, battery replacement, workshop support and automotive care services operating through more than 260 Pitstop locations nationwide, Bateriku continues to strengthen its mission of keeping Malaysians moving. Recognising that vehicle breakdowns can significantly affect work schedules, travel plans and daily responsibilities, the company has joined forces with WAHDAH to offer customers immediate access to replacement mobility solutions whenever their vehicles are temporarily unavailable.
Through this collaboration, motorists no longer need to worry about losing access to transportation during repair periods, including situations where insurance coverage does not include replacement vehicle benefits. Bateriku customers can now be connected directly to WAHDAH’s trusted mobility network, allowing them to secure temporary transportation quickly and conveniently while their vehicles are being serviced.
WAHDAH brings to the partnership a fleet of professionally maintained, roadworthy vehicles that meet high standards of safety, comfort and convenience. Designed to serve customers who require uninterrupted mobility, the service offers a target response time of as fast as one hour, providing a practical solution for individuals who cannot afford prolonged disruptions to their daily routines.
L-R Muhsin Sabri (Head, Business Development Bateriku), Azarol Faizi (CEO, Bateriku), Muhd Raden Anwar (CEO, WAHDAH), Ahmad Amran Kapi (CTO, WAHDAH)
A major highlight of the partnership is its seamless digital booking experience, aimed at simplifying the process of getting customers back on the road. At selected Bateriku Pitstop locations, customers can conveniently scan a QR code displayed at service counters or waiting areas to access WAHDAH’s digital mobility platform. From there, users can instantly browse available vehicles, complete bookings and arrange vehicle collection with minimal interruption to their schedules.
The service rollout will initially focus on key urban mobility zones across the Klang Valley, including Setapak, Batu Caves, Bangsar and Shah Alam, before expanding rapidly to other major regions such as Penang, Ipoh, Melaka, Johor Bahru and Kedah. With one of Malaysia’s largest mobility and car rental networks supported by nationwide operational hubs and digital platforms, WAHDAH enables flexible vehicle pickup and return services across major cities and travel destinations, further enhancing seamless intercity mobility experiences.
According to Bateriku, the partnership represents more than a conventional service enhancement. It reflects the company’s broader commitment to delivering a smarter, more comprehensive mobility ecosystem that prioritises customer convenience, accessibility and continuous connectivity. By integrating WAHDAH’s mobility expertise into its automotive support network, Bateriku aims to ensure customers remain mobile and productive, even when their vehicles are temporarily out of service.
The collaboration also underscores a shared vision between both companies to redefine the future of connected automotive and mobility experiences in Malaysia. Through innovation, operational efficiency and customer-centric solutions, Bateriku and WAHDAH are paving the way for a more integrated ecosystem where roadside assistance and mobility services work hand in hand to support modern motorists.
For more information on how to access these mobility support services during your next vehicle service visit, look for the WAHDAH mobility displays at participating Bateriku Pitstop locations nationwide.
8 MAY 2026, SHAH ALAM – Bateriku (M) Sdn. Bhd., Malaysia’s leading on-demand connected roadside assistance provider, has officially entered into a strategic partnership with automotive windshield specialist CerminPro through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The collaboration marks a significant step towards enhancing Malaysia’s roadside assistance landscape by integrating specialised automotive services while simultaneously creating new socio-economic opportunities within the country’s growing gig economy ecosystem.
The partnership introduces a reciprocal service model that combines the strengths of both companies to deliver a more seamless and comprehensive experience for motorists. Under the agreement, CerminPro will offer Astra battery replacement services across its network of nearly 20 outlets nationwide, while Bateriku will integrate CerminPro’s windshield repair and replacement expertise into its extensive digital and physical ecosystem. This integration aims to provide customers with easier access to essential automotive care services through a single connected platform.
The collaboration also represents a notable industry cross-partnership, bridging the gap between specialised glass repair services and general roadside assistance. By leveraging Bateriku’s nationwide reach alongside CerminPro’s technical expertise, the initiative seeks to strengthen the safety net available to Malaysian motorists, beginning with an initial rollout across the Klang Valley. The partnership will serve as a platform to test and refine an operational model designed to meet evolving customer expectations in the automotive service industry.
Beyond service expansion, the collaboration is anchored on four strategic pillars aimed at strengthening the industry ecosystem. These include fostering cross-industry partnerships to break traditional silos within the automotive sector, providing upskilling opportunities for automotive gig workers, diversifying income streams for service technicians, and enhancing the value proposition of connected roadside assistance solutions. Through cross-training initiatives, Bateriku’s mobile technicians, known as BHeroes, together with CerminPro’s specialists, will gain broader technical capabilities that allow them to stay competitive in an increasingly dynamic automotive landscape.
The partnership also focuses heavily on supporting gig economy workers by creating new pathways for income diversification. By enabling technicians to handle multi-service referrals and fulfilment opportunities beyond their core specialisations, both companies aim to empower their workforce with more sustainable earning potential. This reflects a broader commitment not only to operational growth but also to developing a stronger and more resilient support ecosystem for gig professionals.
According to Bateriku Chief Executive Officer, Azarol Faizi, the collaboration extends beyond conventional business objectives and centres on building a sustainable ecosystem for gig partners. He noted that the partnership with CerminPro enables the company to create added value for customers while ensuring technicians are equipped with the skills and opportunities needed to expand their expertise and income potential.
Meanwhile, CerminPro Founder, Azril Ezry Azami, highlighted the company’s longstanding commitment to reliability and speed in automotive care. Through the integration of Astra battery solutions into CerminPro’s outlets and participation in Bateriku’s broader ecosystem, customers will gain more accessible and convenient access to essential vehicle maintenance services. Whether driving an everyday vehicle or a luxury performance car, motorists can now enjoy greater peace of mind through an expanded support network that combines battery assistance with trusted windshield solutions.
As Malaysia’s automotive landscape continues to evolve, the Bateriku–CerminPro partnership demonstrates how strategic collaborations can drive innovation, strengthen customer convenience and create meaningful economic opportunities within the connected mobility and gig economy sectors.
Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB) and Edaran Otomobil Nasional Berhad (EON Berhad) have formalised a strategic collaboration through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marking a significant step towards strengthening Penang’s business events ecosystem. The partnership underscores a shared vision to drive innovation, sustainable mobility solutions and cross-industry collaboration, while further positioning Penang as a preferred destination for conferences, conventions, exhibitions and corporate events.
The collaboration is designed to create stronger opportunities for industry engagement, business networking and corporate brand visibility, reinforcing the role of strategic partnerships in supporting the continued growth of Penang’s business events industry. By bridging the business events and automotive sectors, the initiative aims to introduce new dimensions of value creation and innovation within the ecosystem, while elevating the overall experience for event organisers, delegates and corporate stakeholders.
A key highlight of the collaboration is its alignment with Penang’s sustainability agenda through the proposed integration of Euromobil’s electric vehicles (EVs) as the official mobility partner for conferences and business events across the state. The initiative is expected to promote greener event operations while encouraging wider adoption of environmentally responsible practices within the business events sector. By incorporating electric mobility into major events, Penang continues to demonstrate its commitment towards building a future-ready and environmentally conscious destination.
Chief Minister of Penang, YAB Chow Kon Yeow, welcomed the collaboration, describing it as a meaningful move that aligns with the state’s long-term vision for sustainable economic growth and innovation. According to him, the introduction of electric vehicles into the business events ecosystem not only supports greener transportation solutions but also enhances the overall visitor and delegate experience, strengthening Penang’s reputation as a leading destination for regional and international business events.
PCEB Chief Executive Officer, Ashwin Gunasekeran, highlighted the growing importance of strategic alliances in driving industry advancement. He noted that the collaboration reflects how partnerships between different sectors can unlock new opportunities for innovation, engagement and market visibility. Through this partnership, Penang is expected to further reinforce its standing within the regional and global business events landscape while creating additional value for stakeholders across multiple industries.
Beyond sustainability and mobility solutions, the partnership is also anticipated to enhance brand engagement and provide meaningful opportunities for participation in conferences, exhibitions, forums and various industry-driven programmes hosted in Penang. As the state continues to strengthen its position as one of Asia’s prominent business events destinations, collaborations such as this showcase how industry cooperation can contribute to long-term development, economic resilience and sustainable growth.
The PCEB–EON Berhad collaboration represents more than a strategic agreement; it signals a forward-looking approach to shaping the future of Penang’s business events industry through innovation, sustainability and purposeful partnerships.
Saliran Group Berhad (“Saliran” atau “Syarikat”), pembekal dan pengedar paip, kelengkapan, bebibir, alat ganti dan aksesori berkaitan serta produk keluli, hari ini mengumumkan keputusan kewangan bagi suku pertama berakhir 31 Mac 2026 (“S1 TK2026”), yang mencatatkan pertumbuhan pendapatan lebih kukuh disokong oleh pengembangan akaun pelanggan dan permintaan domestik yang berterusan.
Bagi suku yang dilaporkan, Saliran merekodkan pendapatan sebanyak RM113.36 juta, meningkat 19.33% berbanding RM95.00 juta pada suku sama tahun sebelumnya (“S1 TK2025”). Keuntungan Selepas Cukai (PAT) turut meningkat kepada RM2.78 juta berbanding RM2.64 juta pada S1 TK2025, mencerminkan peningkatan tahun ke tahun sebanyak 5.30% walaupun dalam persekitaran harga yang lebih kompetitif.
Prestasi ini dipacu terutamanya oleh sumbangan lebih tinggi daripada segmen bekalan dan pengedaran, disokong oleh strategi pengembangan pelanggan yang membolehkan kumpulan memperoleh lebih banyak akaun baharu. Segmen bekalan dan pengedaran menyumbang RM111.87 juta, manakala segmen pembuatan menyumbang RM1.49 juta pada S1 TK2026.
Secara suku ke suku, hasil mencatatkan penurunan daripada RM139.14 juta pada S4 TK2025 kepada RM113.36 juta pada S1 TK2026, berikutan penyiapan beberapa projek pada suku sebelumnya. Namun begitu, PAT meningkat ketara sebanyak 87.84% daripada RM1.48 juta kepada RM2.78 juta, disokong oleh pengurangan kos kewangan dan kerugian rosot nilai pada suku terdahulu.
Permintaan domestik kekal menjadi pemacu utama dengan sumbangan 98.77% daripada jumlah hasil, manakala 1.23% lagi datang daripada pasaran luar negara termasuk Indonesia, Singapura, Vietnam dan Thailand.
May 25, 2026, Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur is reinforcing its reputation as one of Asia’s rising hotspots for international live music tours with the launch of KL Headline Season 2026, an ambitious initiative led by Live Nation Malaysia. Developed in collaboration with PR Worldwide, Tourism Malaysia and CelcomDigi, the campaign reflects a strategic effort to elevate the capital city’s status as a premier destination for world-class live entertainment. Throughout 2026, Kuala Lumpur is set to host 25 international music performances across six major venues, with an estimated 500,000 fans expected to attend from Malaysia and across the wider region.
The season will feature one of the city’s most extensive line-ups of international acts to date, bringing together arena, theatre and stadium-scale performances by globally renowned artists. Fans can look forward to shows by names such as LANY, Laufey, Bryan Adams, DAY6, TREASURE and Daniel Caesar, while large-scale concerts by Post Malone, The Weeknd and BTS are also expected to headline the calendar. The impressive roster highlights Kuala Lumpur’s growing capability to accommodate large-format touring productions and positions the city as a consistent stop on major Asian tour circuits.
Beyond entertainment, KL Headline Season 2026 is closely aligned with the national aspirations of Visit Malaysia 2026, which aims to attract 47 million international visitors while strengthening tourism revenue through premium, experience-driven travel. As global travel trends increasingly revolve around events and immersive experiences, live music is emerging as a powerful driver of tourism, encouraging fans to travel internationally, extend their stays and engage more deeply with destination cultures.
Through this initiative, concert experiences are designed to go beyond the performance venue. In collaboration with tourism, hospitality and lifestyle partners, visitors will be introduced to curated experiences that highlight Malaysia’s rich cultural identity, renowned culinary scene, iconic landmarks and dynamic urban lifestyle. Each event is envisioned not only as a concert but as a gateway for audiences to discover the wider appeal of Kuala Lumpur.
The economic impact of KL Headline Season is also expected to be significant. Beyond ticket revenue, the initiative is projected to create positive spillover effects across multiple industries including hospitality, aviation, retail, food and beverage, while opening new opportunities for local businesses and communities throughout the city. Kuala Lumpur’s strategic geographic location further strengthens its appeal as a touring destination, sitting within a four-hour flight radius of major Asian cities, making it both logistically efficient for artists and easily accessible for regional audiences.
Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh highlighted the importance of live entertainment in supporting Malaysia’s tourism ambitions, noting that major concerts and international events contribute meaningfully to the wider tourism ecosystem, from hospitality services to local enterprises. Meanwhile, Live Nation Malaysia Managing Director Paramananthan Rajagopal emphasised that live music creates powerful moments of connection between artists and fans, and that KL Headline Season aims to establish a sustainable rhythm of live events that audiences can consistently anticipate.
CelcomDigi also underscored the growing role of live music in Malaysian culture, describing it as an avenue for people to connect, celebrate passions and create lasting memories. Through its involvement in KL Headline Season 2026, the telecommunications company aims to leverage its broad customer base and network capabilities to make world-class live performances more accessible to audiences nationwide.
With an expanding concert calendar, strong industry collaboration and increasing international interest, KL Headline Season 2026 marks a significant milestone in Kuala Lumpur’s journey toward becoming one of Asia’s leading live entertainment and music tourism destinations.
Here is the line up for the rest of 2026 (more to be announced soon): 19 May : BUS – Zepp KL 23 May : Vir Das – Plenary Hall, KL Convention Centre 24 – 26 May : Daniel Ceaser – Idea Live Arena 30 May : Treasure – Unifi Arena 31 May : Anson Sebra – Zepp KL 2 June : Laufey – Unifi Arena 26 August : Kodaline – Idea Live Arena 27 September : Post Malone – TM Stadium Nasional 1 November : Lany – Unifi Arena 4 November : The Weeknd – TM Stadium Nasional 5 November : The Weeknd – TM Stadium Nasional 12 December : BTS – TM Stadium Nasional 13 December : BTS – TM Stadium Nasional For ticket sales information, please visit https://www.livenation.my/
Kuala Lumpur, 19 Mei 2026 — Hari ini, Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers (AICB) terus menunjukkan komitmen berterusan dalam memperkukuh pembangunan bakat perbankan di Malaysia dan rantau ini apabila meraikan lebih 700 profesional perbankan sempena 9th Chartered Banker Conferment Ceremony. Majlis ini turut menghimpunkan ahli dari Kemboja, Maldives dan Filipina, sekali gus mencerminkan pengaruh AICB yang semakin meluas serta usaha berterusan dalam memperkukuh standard profesional dalam sektor perkhidmatan kewangan.
Majlis yang berlangsung di Pusat Konvensyen Kuala Lumpur ini menjadi satu lagi detik penting buat industri perbankan ketika ia berdepan perubahan pesat yang didorong oleh kemajuan kecerdasan buatan (AI), perkembangan aset digital, agenda kelestarian serta landskap risiko yang semakin kompleks. Berdasarkan Tinjauan Tenaga Kerja AICB 2025, sebanyak 57% institusi kewangan masih berada pada peringkat awal dalam penggunaan AI, manakala 62% menyatakan kepesatan teknologi yang melebihi keupayaan tenaga kerja semasa menjadi cabaran utama dalam merapatkan jurang kemahiran. Situasi ini jelas menunjukkan keperluan mendesak untuk memperkukuh kesiapsiagaan tenaga kerja, keupayaan tadbir urus serta pembangunan kemahiran baharu dalam industri perbankan.
Bank Negara Malaysia Deputy Governor, Encik Adnan Zaylani delivering the special address at the 9th Chartered Banker Conferment 2026.
Dalam ucaptama beliau, Timbalan Gabenor Bank Negara Malaysia, YBrs. Encik Adnan Zaylani, berkata peranan warga perbankan kini perlu berkembang lebih jauh daripada fungsi pembiayaan tradisional. Menurut beliau, bank bukan sahaja bertindak sebagai perantara kewangan, tetapi juga sebagai pemacu utama transformasi ekonomi negara. Beliau turut menambah bahawa perubahan landskap industri hari ini datang bersama risiko yang lebih kompleks dan saling berkait, justeru memerlukan pertimbangan profesional serta kefahaman konteks yang lebih mendalam dalam membuat keputusan.
Dalam ucapan alu-aluan pula, Pengerusi AICB, YBhg. Tan Sri Azman Hashim menegaskan bahawa industri perbankan perlu memberi keutamaan yang sama antara pelaburan teknologi dan pembangunan modal insan. Katanya, dengan perkembangan pesat AI, aset digital dan agenda kelestarian, industri memerlukan tenaga kerja yang bukan sahaja celik teknologi, tetapi juga mampu mengurus risiko baharu dan mengekalkan kepercayaan awam. Beliau turut menekankan bahawa kelayakan profesional AICB bersama inisiatif seperti Future Skills Framework (FSF) dan FSF Xcel direka untuk membantu institusi mengenal pasti serta membangunkan kemahiran kritikal bagi masa depan industri.
AICB Chairman, Tan Sri Azman Hashim delivering the welcome address at the 9th Chartered Banker Conferment 2026.
Sementara itu, Presiden Chartered Banker Institute (CBI) United Kingdom, Paul Denton berkata profesional perbankan masa kini bukan sahaja perlu menguasai teknologi baharu, tetapi juga perlu mempunyai pertimbangan profesional yang kukuh, kepimpinan beretika serta tanggungjawab jangka panjang. Menurut beliau, status Chartered Banker melambangkan komitmen terhadap integriti dan kepercayaan awam, selain mengiktiraf pencapaian individu dalam komuniti profesional global. Beliau turut menzahirkan rasa bangga terhadap kerjasama berterusan bersama AICB dalam membangunkan bakat perbankan di Malaysia dan rantau ini.
Pada majlis tersebut, AICB telah menganugerahkan status Fellow Chartered Banker kepada tujuh tokoh perbankan terkemuka, selain 114 ahli menerima status Chartered Banker dan 611 lagi diraikan sebagai Associate Chartered Banker, termasuk penerima Anugerah Kecemerlangan dan Anugerah Korporat. Antara penerima status Fellow Chartered Banker ialah Amanah Aboobucker dari Kumpulan AmBank, Faradina Mohammad Ghouse dari Kumpulan AmBank, Shamsul Bahrom Mohamed Ibrahim dari Kumpulan AmBank, YM Raja Shah Riman Raja Harun Al-Rashid dari Cagamas Berhad, Arshad Mohamed Ismail dari Malaysian Rating Corporation Berhad, Dr Hu Meng Kui sebagai Pemeriksa AICB bagi Modul Profesionalisme dan Etika, serta Fong Seow Loong dari Alliance Bank Malaysia Berhad.
Bank Negara Malaysia Deputy Governor, Encik Adnan Zaylani, AICB Chairman, Tan Sri Azman Hashim and Chartered Banker Institute CEO, UK, Mrs Tanya Retter with AICB Council Members at the 9th Chartered Banker Conferment 2026.
Majlis tahun ini turut mencatat sejarah apabila dua penerima, iaitu Vorn Samedy dari Wing Bank (Cambodia) PLC dan Thong Min Fong dari Hong Leong Bank Berhad, diiktiraf sebagai Overall Subject Prize Global Winners oleh Chartered Banker Institute. Pengiktirafan ini diberikan kepada pelajar dengan markah tertinggi di peringkat global dalam bidang Perbankan Komersial dan Pengurusan Risiko Bank, menjadikan mereka antara ahli AICB pertama yang menerima pengiktirafan berprestij ini di peringkat antarabangsa.
Dalam masa yang sama, Kumpulan Public Bank diiktiraf sebagai Platinum Winner bagi Leading Bank for Professional Development Award atas pencapaian mempunyai jumlah pekerja bertauliah tertinggi dalam kalangan Bank Ahli Korporat AICB bagi tahun 2025. Kumpulan Maybank pula menerima Leading Bank for Chartered Banker Award kerana melahirkan jumlah Chartered Banker tertinggi pada tahun yang sama. Pengiktirafan ini mencerminkan komitmen kedua-dua institusi dalam memperkukuh pembangunan bakat, mempertingkatkan profesionalisme serta membina tenaga kerja yang lebih bersedia menghadapi cabaran masa depan industri perbankan.
Secara keseluruhannya, kelayakan Chartered Banker yang ditawarkan AICB bersama Chartered Banker Institute United Kingdom terus mengukuhkan kedudukannya sebagai pengiktirafan profesional bertaraf global. Seiring perubahan pesat dalam industri, AICB kekal komited untuk memperkukuh standard profesionalisme, memperluaskan budaya pembelajaran sepanjang hayat serta membentuk kepimpinan beretika bagi memastikan sektor perbankan Malaysia terus dipimpin oleh tenaga kerja yang kompeten, bertanggungjawab dan diyakini.
