The Port Klang Free Zone (PKFZ), Malaysia's first fully-integrated free commercial and industrial zone managed by Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority (JAFZA) International, is getting encouraging response from foreign investors. JAFZA International, which also designs and markets PKFZ, started a global marketing campaign in November, and is targeting the US, Europe, Asia-Pacific, West Asia as well as Africa and others. It is in active negotiations with 33 companies from all over the world... Read Full Story
The Logistics Market From PKFZ Will Comprise 3 Components: Distribution centres for imported goods sold domestically;Goods produced for domestic consumption with imported components;Re-exports : Expected to be significant due to close proximity to Westport;Positive Factors For A Specific Port And Logistics Industry: Trends in port industry;Strong competition among ports,Most international ports have engaged in Port Hinterland Development ( PHD ) and Free Zones (FZs).Globalisation, and... Read Full Story
In logistics, transportation and transshipment means a lot. As Asia’s distribution hub, PKFZ offers excellent infrastructure for the benefit of logistics investors. Port Klang Free Zone (PKFZ), Asia distribution hub, is less than 40 minutes away by road from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). Spanning 1000 acres across Pulau Indah situated in the straits of Malacca, the world’s busiest straits with direct access to PKFZ’s Westport and Northport. For logistics activities, this Asia... Read Full Story
This has been potential to be one of Asia’s best free zone, Port Klang Free Zone ( Industrial ZoneMalaysia ) got what it takes to give Phillippines' Subic Bay a run for it's own money. As it boosts its excellent infrastructures, facilities, tax exemptions, foreign and domestic equities, this is a perfect environment for advantageous business growth in Asia. Amidst the scandal and controversies, this Industrial Zone Asia remains to be competitive in it's own right. It is reported that... Read Full Story
Port Klang Free Zone (PKFZ) is Asia’s leading integrated free zone located at the Straits of Malacca, Malaysia. PKFZ’s integrated development system enables integration of commercial and regional industrial park to ease delivery and minimize costs, which I think is a good move by the Malaysian government since an integrated free zone creates a niche market in commercial businesses around the world. An asia distribution hub means commercial and regional industrial park sit next to each... Read Full Story
Port Klang (Malay: Pelabuhan Kelang or Pelabuhan Klang) is the principal port in Selangor, a state of Malaysia. It also serves as the port for the Klang Valley, Malaysia's most developed region where the capital Kuala Lumpur is located. There is nothing much to bring a traveller to Port Klang except for the ferry links to Dumai and Tanjung Balai Asahan, both in Sumatra, Indonesia. Like most port cities, Port Klang has a seedy feel to it and most of its buildings and structures are maritime... Read Full Story
Over the last decade, Westports Malaysia has grown by leaps and bounds to become one of the leading ports in the region. By spearheading the Government's efforts to turn Port Klang ( Regional Industrial Park ) into a major load centre and hub for the region, Westports has revolutionised the national port industry with its world class facilities and services, as well as its foresight in being a supply driven port. So, what is in store for Westports in its next decade? Westports will... Read Full Story
Malaysia's first comprehensive port free trade zone has been well ready for the arrival of investors, the Port Klang Free Zone (Industrial Zone Asia) authority said on Tuesday. The PKFZ, which is closely linked to the Port Klang Authority (PKA) in Malaysia's Selangor State, is Malaysia's first port free trade zone that combines preferential policies for two large categories of manufacturing and trade in a single zone, PKA Chairman Yap Pian Hon said. Other free trade zones in the... Read Full Story
•The demand for halal products is ever increasing and expected to continue in tandem with the increasing Muslim population all over the world •The increasing awareness of Muslims all over the world on their obligation to consume products based on Islamic requirements create greater demand for halal food and non-food products •The world market potential for halal food consisting Muslim and non-Muslim countries The Concept of Halal & Haram •Halal is a Qur’anicterm meaning ‘permitted, allowed... Read Full Story
Malaysia’s Premier Maritime Gateway A vast number of major multi-national companies have already chosen Malaysia as their base because of its strategic location, bustling business environment, skilled and education workforce and cosmopolitan lifestyle. Here I introduce the latest installment in line with the government’s plan to cater for every investor.Introduction Port Klang Free Zone (PKFZ) in Port Klang, Selangor is Malaysia’s latest state-of-the-art facility. Representing a... Read Full Story
