IPOH: Agriculture and livestock-related company Sheng Long Aqua Technology (M) Sdn Bhd is investing RM140mil to build a new factory in Kamunting, Taiping.
Perak Science, Environment and Green Technology Committee chairman Teh Kok Lim said in a statement that yesterday’s ground-breaking ceremony not only marked the start of construction of a new factory, but also reflected the company’s confidence in investing in Perak.
He said this proved Perak’s advantages as a strategic destination for the development of the manufacturing sector and investment when the company chose the state as the location for its first aquaculture feed manufacturing facility in Malaysia.
“The factory will produce high-quality aquaculture feed and is equipped with two shrimp feed production lines and two fish feed production lines with an annual production capacity of 150,000 tonnes.
“This project is expected to meet the growing demand in Malaysia and neighbouring markets while also creating over 100 job opportunities and strengthening local manufacturing capabilities and supply chain resilience,” he said.
He was also representing Perak Tourism, Industry, Investment and Corridor Development Committee chairman Loh Sze Yee for the company’s new manufacturing plant in Kamunting.
Teh said the state government through InvestPerak would continue to liaise closely with the Malaysian Investment Development Authority, local authorities and relevant agencies to provide full support for companies investing in Perak.
Sheng Long Aqua Technology is a subsidiary of China-based Guangdong Haid Group Co Ltd which is a global company in the field of agriculture and animal husbandry. — Bernama
