![[COLUMNIST] Innovation ecosystem effect – the key to being one step ahead of global challenges [COLUMNIST] Innovation ecosystem effect – the key to being one step ahead of global challenges](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51719389703_WEFWEFWorldEc.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Innovation ecosystem effect – the key to being one step ahead of global challenges
Oliver Schwab, Managing Director, World Economic Forum shares his thoughts on the challenges faced by the early-stage start ups
Wed Jun 26 2024
Consider This: Penang LRT (Part 1) - Autonomous Rapid Transit a Better Option?
Penang’s LRT system, The Mutiara Line, recently received Cabinet approval for construction to commence, expected to break ground in the fourth quarter of this year. However, not everyone is convinced that an LRT system is Penang’s best option. Some advocate for a trackless tram system, an Autonomous Rapid Transit, or ART. What would best serve Penang’s transportation needs? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Rosli Khan, Partner and Managing Director of the consultancy firm, MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants.
Thu May 30 2024
AWANI Global: A New Era For Indonesia
Indonesia’s Defence Minister Prabowo Subianto claims victory in the recent General Elections. How will his leadership influence the nation’s trajectory? Douglas E. Ramage Managing Director of Bower Group Asia Indonesia talks about the challenges and opportunities awaiting the incoming administration.
Sun Mar 03 2024
AWANI Review: Is Malaysia the Next APAC Data Centre Hub?
What’s driving the data center investment boom? Cheam Tat Inn, Managing Director of Equinix Malaysia, a global leader in digital infrastructure, reveals the impetus behind investing RM650 million into data centers in Malaysia.
Sat Feb 17 2024
![Property Hub Sdn. Bhd. Announces Strategic Leadership Transition Property Hub Sdn. Bhd. Announces Strategic Leadership Transition](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/61704380891_TBEnochKhoo.jpg)
Property Hub Sdn. Bhd. Announces Strategic Leadership Transition
Property Hub Sdn. Bhd. (Property Hub), a residential arm of Knight Frank in Malaysia, is announcing a change in its leadership team
Thu Jan 04 2024
![Think City managing director receives UN-Habitat Special Citation Award Think City managing director receives UN-Habitat Special Citation Award](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/61700469236_TBThinkCityjpg.jpg)
Think City managing director receives UN-Habitat Special Citation Award
Each year, UN-Habitat acknowledges outstanding contributions to human settlements with Special Citation, handed out by Executive Director.
Mon Nov 20 2023
AWANI Review: ESG Disclosure | A Choice or a Must?
While SMEs aren't currently required to disclose their ESG practices, this is changing as more countries mandate such disclosures. STACS Managing Director Benjamin Soh looks at the key issues companies need to prepare for, and the ripple effect of a new EU sustainability directive on Malaysian businesses.
Sat Aug 26 2023
Notepad with Ibrahim Sani: invested | Building a Sustainable Talent Pipeline
The talent challenge facing the capital market and the crucial role of ongoing collaborative efforts by stakeholders in developing a sustainable talent pipeline. Explore investED, the flagship initiative by SC, designed to create a thriving talent ecosystem for the industry and achieve the aspirations of the Capital Market Masterplan 2021 - 2025. #NotepadWithIbrahimSani tonight with Datin Azalina Adham, Managing Director, Securities Commision Malaysia.
Mon Jul 31 2023
AWANI Review: Attracting the best and brightest: Unlocking Malaysia's advantage
Catherine Lian is the brain drain to brain gain success story for Malaysia.
After spending two decades overseas, she returned to become IBM Malaysia's Managing Director. She discusses the pressing need for bold policies to address the digital talent shortage, and why inclusive leadership matters.
After spending two decades overseas, she returned to become IBM Malaysia's Managing Director. She discusses the pressing need for bold policies to address the digital talent shortage, and why inclusive leadership matters.
Sat Mar 25 2023
![India police to arrest boss of clock-making firm over bridge collapse India police to arrest boss of clock-making firm over bridge collapse](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/41674529147_GUJARAT.jpg)
India police to arrest boss of clock-making firm over bridge collapse
Police have issued an arrest warrant for Jaysukh Patel, the managing director of Oreva Group.
Tue Jan 24 2023
![WTCKL's Irmohizam bags two awards for his role during pandemic WTCKL's Irmohizam bags two awards for his role during pandemic](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/71669455740_irmohizamanugerah.jpg)
WTCKL's Irmohizam bags two awards for his role during pandemic
WTCKL group managing director Irmohizam Ibrahim has won the "Special Industry Recognition Award" and "Honorary Recognition of COVID-19 Front-Liners Award".
Sat Nov 26 2022
![Managing director fined RM80,000 for forgery Managing director fined RM80,000 for forgery](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-10/51665038323_TBGAVEL.jpg)
Managing director fined RM80,000 for forgery
Asri Abu Shari was fined for falsifying documents on Factory Acceptance Test for the Mayang Mall project in Kuala Terengganu.
Wed Oct 26 2022
![I never used RM6 million political donation for personal benefit - Ahmad Zahid I never used RM6 million political donation for personal benefit - Ahmad Zahid](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/41661151009_ZahidHamidi.jpg)
I never used RM6 million political donation for personal benefit - Ahmad Zahid
Ahmad Zahid told the High Court that he had never used the RM6 million allegedly received as a political donation from the deputy managing director of DGB Chew Ben Ben for personal benefit.
Mon Aug 22 2022
![LCS project: Former BNS managing director charged with CBT, involving RM21 million LCS project: Former BNS managing director charged with CBT, involving RM21 million](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/71660612537_recording.jpg)
LCS project: Former BNS managing director charged with CBT, involving RM21 million
The court allowed Ahmad Ramli bail amounting to RM500,000 with a paid surety of RM200,000 for all charges and set Nov 24 for mention.
Tue Aug 16 2022
![LCS roject: Former shipping company MD to be charged Aug 16 LCS roject: Former shipping company MD to be charged Aug 16](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/41660395027_TBmaharajalela.jpg)
LCS roject: Former shipping company MD to be charged Aug 16
A former managing director of a shipping company will be charged in the Sessions Court tomorrow in relation to the construction of the LCS) for the RMN.
Mon Aug 15 2022