As of Q3 2024, highway-related projects worth RM15.09 billion have been awarded to Bumiputera contractors, nearing last year's total allocation of RM15.1 billion, according to Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan.
Key Highlights
- Increased Participation: 1,631 G1 Bumiputera companies secured RM335 million in projects this year, a slight increase from the RM333 million awarded to 1,585 companies in 2023.
- Infrastructure Development: This reflects the growing contribution of Bumiputera contractors to Malaysia’s infrastructure projects, showcasing their capability and commitment.
Matchmaking Programme
The announcement was made during the Bumiputera Contractors Association with Highway Concessionaires Matchmaking Programme, aimed at further boosting Bumiputera participation in highway projects.
Statements from Officials
- Ahmad Maslan emphasized the programme’s role in enhancing Bumiputera contractors’ economic share.
- Senior officials from the Works Ministry, Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM), and Malay Contractors Association Malaysia were present to support the initiative.
Looking Ahead
Efforts to expand Bumiputera participation in highway infrastructure will likely continue, ensuring broader economic opportunities and reinforcing their role in national development.
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