PETALING JAYA: British American Tobacco
(BAT) (Malaysia) Bhd will implement a workforce optimisation exercise from July 1, 2026, as it looks at ramping up its operational efficiency.
In a filing with Bursa Malaysia, the tobacco product manufacturer said the exercise will also align the workforce with future operating requirements and business direction.
“The company will ensure the workforce optimisation is conducted in compliance with applicable labour laws and regulations,” it said.
“Affected employees will receive their statutory and contractual entitlements, including retrenchment benefits, where applicable.”
BAT Malaysia said the initiative is not expected to impact its financial performance for the financial year ending Dec 31, 2026.
BAT Malaysia’s net profit for the fourth quarter ended Dec 31, 2025 more than doubled to RM121.2mil from RM48.97mil in the same period last year.
