The government approved a RM200 million allocation for several initiatives specifically for smallholders and rubber tappers in Malaysia, said it’s Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak. He said the rubber smallholdings sector would be given a new lease of…
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Mining hose manufacturers diversifying products to up competition
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Toyota marks 60 years anniversary in the U.S.
When Toyota launched its North American headquarters in a Hollywood, Calif., dealership on October 31, 1957, it was, no doubt, a frightening affair. But since those humble beginnings in a 3,000-square-foot, one-time Rambler dealership, Toyota has woven itself into the cultural fabric…
Cabot Corporation to buy Tech Blend
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Cooper Tire & Rubber Company reports third quarter 2017 net income of US$62 million
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Budget 2018 augurs well for glove industry
The 2018 Budget which focused on four key areas, namely automation and Industry 4.0, high value-added products on Market Development Grant, incentives for rubber industry smallholders and special economic zones, augurs well for the continued growth of the glove industry.…
Malaysian PM: Budget 2018 a windfall for Felda settlers
More than 112,000 Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) settlers received a windfall through six main incentives announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak when tabling Budget 2018 at the Dewan Rakyat. Najib, who is also Finance Minister, said…
MARGMA: Fund to upgrade facilities helps manufacturers modernise
The RM245 million grant under the Domestic Investment Strategic Fund to upgrade facilities for Smart Manufacturing is in line with the industry’s aspirations to fully automate and modernise manufacturing plants across the country. The Malaysian Rubber Glove Manufacturers Association (MARGMA)…