YCH Group's smart logistic hub in Klang seen as boost to regional connectivity
SHAH ALAM: Singapore-based supply chain management and logistics company, YCH Group's RM500 million Supply Chain City Malaysia (SCC MY), a smart logistic complex in Bandar Bukit Raja, Klang, is expected to serve as a key enabler of regional connectivity.
Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said the hub which would be completed within the next two-and-a-half years is the first project under Malaysia's New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP 2030) which aimed to accelerate industrial transformation through advanced supply chain solutions and logistics innovation.
He said as Malaysia cements its role as ASEAN's preferred investment destination, the logistics sector plays a critical role in driving the nation's industrial and trade growth. He was confident that SCC MY would align with the vision of NIMP 2030 and the ASEAN Smart Logistics Network (ASLN) by strengthening connectivity, enhancing trade efficiency and optimising supply chain operations.
"In 2024, Malaysia achieved a significant RM378.5 billion in approved investments, a 14.9 per cent increase from the previous year. These investments, spanning 6,700 projects, will create over 207,000 new jobs for Malaysians.
"Such figures highlight not only the confidence global investors have in Malaysia but also our ability to navigate economic uncertainties with strength and agility," he said during SCC MY's groundbreaking ceremony here today.
Tengku Zafrul said the project which will integrate LEARN ecosystem, in collaboration with Singapore's Supply Chain and Logistics Academy (SCALA), will ensure the local logistics talent is equipped with the necessary skills and expertise to thrive in an evolving industry.
He noted that this project also offers the potential for the adoption of smart logistics solutions, further enhancing efficiency and transparency in supply chains, aligns with national agenda to embrace the digital economy and leverage technology for economic advancement.
"This initiative reflects our national commitment to building a high-skilled workforce that can support Malaysia's transformation into a regional logistics powerhouse.
"Beyond its technological advancements, the project is also expected to offer both skilled and semi-skilled job opportunities, further strengthening Malaysia's SMART Warehouse and logistics ecosystem," he said. - Bernama
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