Charting the future of Malaysia’s maritime industry

THE maritime history of Malaysia dates back to the time of the Melaka Sultanate in the 15th century. And the Strait of Malacca has been an important shipping route with a long history of trade, colonisation and efforts to achieve political and economic stability.

To date, the strait is considered to be among the most heavily used for international navigation, with more than 80,000 ships traversing it annually. It connects the Indian Ocean with the South China Sea, offering the shortest and most economical routes for transportation of petroleum and other liquids. Its strategic features make Malaysia a maritime link that is significant in world trade.