PUTRAJAYA, 9 OCTOBER 2025 – In the first nine months of 2025, the East Coast Economic Region Development Council (ECERDC) facilitated RM5 billion in realised investments and RM3.9 billion in committed investments in Pahang, reaffirming the state’s role as a key driver of growth in the East Coast Economic Region (ECER).

The realised investments represent 90% of ECERDC’s RM5.6 billion target for Pahang in 2025, led by the manufacturing sector at 41%, oil and gas at 34%, and services at 25%. Together, these investments have created 2,846 new job opportunities for the people of Pahang. Meanwhile, the RM3.9 billion in committed investments, predominantly in manufacturing (95%) and agriculture (5%), are projected to generate a further 3,185 jobs upon realisation.

The announcement was made in conjunction with the Implementation and Coordination Committee (ICC) ECER Pahang meeting in Putrajaya today, which also featured two ceremonies that include a formal document exchange between ECERDC and four major companies investing in Pahang worth RM1.6 billion, and the handover of the redeveloped Turtle Conservation & Information Centre (TCIC) in Cerating to Pahang State Fisheries Office.

The four companies formalising their investments in Pahang are:

• PKNP Fire Phoenix Data Center Sdn. Bhd. – to establish an AI Data Center.
• Sinolion Wheels Technology Sdn. Bhd. – to produce aluminium alloy wheel rims.
• Malaysian Solar Resources Sdn. Bhd. – to develop a green technology manufacturing plant.
• Lionphos Sdn. Bhd. – to produce food-grade and electronic-grade phosphate.

The event was graced by Dato’ Sri Diraja Haji Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail, Menteri Besar of Pahang, as the guest of honour who said; “The Pahang State Government fully supports these investments as a crucial step in our socio-economic development mission. Such partnerships drive sustainable growth, foster innovation, and create high-value jobs in the state. These projects align with our goals to enhance economic resilience and solidify Pahang’s position as a premier investment destination. We commend ECERDC’s pivotal role and anticipate their tangible benefits across the State.”

ECERDC’s Chief Executive Officer, Dato’ Baidzawi Che Mat added that Pahang’s success in securing high-value investments and advancing strategic projects across multiple sectors demonstrates the effectiveness of ECERDC’s balanced development model. “With the recent completion of TCIC set to boost local tourism activity, Pahang is well-positioned to attract new investors, create sustainable jobs, and strengthen its role in both domestic and international supply chains.”

The newly completed TCIC marks a significant milestone for sustainable tourism in Pahang. It will serve as a vital pillar for protecting endangered sea turtles through dedicated conservation programs, while also functioning as an educational centre for on-going conservation efforts. By merging eco-tourism with environmental stewardship, the centre is poised to boost local economic activity, create green jobs, and enhance Cerating’s profile as a leading destination for responsible travel, aligning with broader goals for environmental sustainability and community-based tourism development.

The meeting also highlighted the soon to be opened Kuantan Port City (KPC) Port Link Road project, a vital infrastructure initiative designed to strengthen logistics connectivity and support the Malaysia-China Kuantan Industrial Park (MCKIP). Packages 1, 2, 3A, and 4 have been successfully completed and handed over to the respective authorities, while Package 3B, which covers the construction of a 13-kilometre dual carriageway and a new toll plaza, is scheduled for 21 October 2025. Once fully operational, the project will enhance seamless access to MCKIP and Kuantan Port, from the East Coast Expressway (LPT2), significantly improving trade flows and industrial competitiveness.

Also present at the ICC Pahang meeting were Committee Members including Dato’ Sri Indera Nazri bin Abu Bakar, Pahang State Government Secretary; Dato’ Hamdan Hussin, Director of Pahang State Development; Dato’ Razihan Adzharuddin, Director of Pahang Land and Mines; Dato’ TPr. Nik Noraisu Nik Ibrahim, Director of PLANMalaysia Pahang; Datuk Bahria Mohd Tamil, Deputy Secretary General (Investment & Management), Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI); Encik Zulkhairil Amar bin Mohamad, Deputy Director of National Budget, National Budget Office, Ministry of Finance; and Dr. Ravikumar Suppiah, Deputy Director (Corridor Development), Regional Development Division, Ministry of Economy.

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