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Benchmarking Visit on Solid Waste Management by the State of Sabah to Terengganu
A high-level delegation from Sabah, led by the Minister of Local Government and Housing YB Datuk Dr. Haji Mohd Arifin bin Datuk Haji Mohd Arif, visited Terengganu for a benchmarking visit on solid waste management — examining IGNIS's advanced landfill rehabilitation operations as a reference model for sustainable waste management across the nation.
Benchmarking Visit on Solid Waste Management by the State of Kedah to Terengganu
An official delegation from the Kedah State Government, led by YB Major (Retired) Mansor Zakaria, Chairman of the Kedah State Housing, Local Government and Health Committee, visited Terengganu for a benchmarking visit on solid waste management — exploring best practices in landfill rehabilitation and sustainable waste infrastructure.
Benchmarking Visit on Solid Waste Management by the Perak State Government to Bukit Gelugor Landfill
The Kemaman Municipal Council received a benchmarking visit on solid waste management from YB Ms. Sandrea Ng Shy Ching, Chairman of the Perak State Housing and Local Government Committee, along with a delegation from the Perak State Government, at the Bukit Gelugor Solid Waste Landfill Site in Kemaman — a milestone visit recognising the site as a model for advanced landfill rehabilitation.
Site Visit from Majlis Perbandaran Dungun
The Kemaman Municipal Council hosted a benchmarking site visit from officials of Majlis Perbandaran Dungun. The guest of honour was Yang Berhormat Dato' Haji Wan Sukairi bin Wan Abdullah, EXCO Kerajaan Tempatan, Perumahan dan Kesihatan, Negeri Terengganu, accompanied by Mr. Fadli Yusof bin Zakaria, President of Majlis Perbandaran Kemaman.
Manufacturing Investment in Terengganu Hits Record High in 1H 2025
Terengganu's approved manufacturing investments reached RM6.0 billion in the first half of 2025, surpassing the state's full-year averages of the past decade. With just six projects, the state achieved the highest average investment per project across Malaysia, attracting major players in chemicals, minerals, and food manufacturing. This surge demonstrates Terengganu's growing appeal as a premier destination for high-value industrial projects.
MPK-IGNIS Sign Concession Agreement for Solid Waste Management
Kemaman Municipal Council (MPK) and Ignis Wawwa (Terengganu) Sdn. Bhd signed a Concession Agreement for Solid Waste Management at the Bukit Takal Disposal Site in Mak Chili and the Bukit Gelugor Disposal Site in Kerteh. The Chairman of the State Infrastructure, Utilities and Rural Development Committee, Hanafiah Mat, witnessed the ceremony and highlighted the MoU's positive impact in ensuring both old and new waste is managed properly — in line with the principles of environmental care, sustainability, and good governance.
3R Project to Rehabilitate Decades-Old Landfill in Sandakan
IGNIS launches its 3R rehabilitation project to restore a decades-old legacy landfill in Sandakan, Sabah — addressing groundwater contamination and environmental degradation at the source.
EXIM Bank Malaysia Finances Innovative Waste Management Project in Sabah
Export-Import Bank of Malaysia (EXIM Bank Malaysia) extended financial support to Ignis Environment Initiatives Sdn Bhd for an innovative waste management project in Sabah, deploying a patented Malaysian 3R (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) rehabilitation technology at the Sandakan Municipal Council's (MPS) landfill. The agreement was signed following a concession agreement between Ignis SC (Sabah) Sdn Bhd and MPS, witnessed by Deputy Chief Minister II Datuk Seri Dr. Joachim Gunsalam.
Concession Agreement Ceremony with Majlis Daerah Papar
Signing of the concession agreement ceremony with Majlis Daerah Papar on 21 May 2024, marking another milestone in IGNIS's expansion across Sabah.
Sandakan Council Signs Significant Waste Management Concession Agreement
The Sandakan Municipal Council (MPS) inked a concession agreement with Ignis SG (Sabah) Sdn Bhd, marking a pivotal step towards innovative waste management solutions in Sabah. The agreement was signed by Alan Tan Yean Keat, Executive Chairman of Ignis SG (Sabah) Sdn Bhd, with CEO Tee Hong Wee as witness, while MPS President Henry Idol represented the council — with Deputy Chief Minister II cum Local Government and Housing Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Dr. Joachim Gunsalam witnessing the historic event at Wisma Innoprise.
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