In 2024, ECERDC has successfully facilitated RM13.4 billion in realised investments, surpassing its target of RM10 billion. The investments are concentrated in the manufacturing sector (82%), followed by oil and gas (8%) and real estate (10%).

These realised investments have contributed to the creation of 8,841 job opportunities and 330 entrepreneurship prospects, with the main focus in the East Coast Economic Region Special Economic Zones (ECER SEZ), covering the states of Pahang, Terengganu, and Kelantan.

Furthermore, various strategic development projects were completed, including the Pulau Suri Floating Market, the construction of H5-H8 at Teluk Lipat and the handover of the new water pipeline from Kemaman to Gebeng.

Our achievements this year would not have been possible without the dedication, hard work, and close collaboration of all stakeholders. Your contributions have been instrumental in driving meaningful progress and achieving our shared goals.

Looking ahead, with the same determination and spirit of cooperation, we will, inshaAllah, continue to build on this momentum, striving for even greater success. Our efforts will remain focused on bridging the socioeconomic gap between the East Coast and West Coast of Malaysia, ensuring inclusive and sustainable growth for all.

Pencapaian-pencapaian lain yang telah dikecapi di sepanjang tahun 2024 juga secara langsung telah mencerminkan komitmen warga ECERDC melaksanakan visi dan misi membangunkan Wilayah ECER. Kerjasama erat antara semua pihak menghasilkan impak yang positif, bukan sahaja kepada pembangunan Wilayah ECER, malah masyarakat setempat secara amnya. 

Pelbagai inisiatif-inisiatif strategik telah berjaya dianjurkan sejajar dengan agenda pembangunan mampan Wilayah ECER termasuklah Sidang Kemuncak Matlamat Pembangunan Mampan Malaysia (Malaysia Sustainable Development Goals Summit) Peringkat Wilayah Timur di Terengganu dalam usaha memacu pembangunan yang selari dengan matlamat kelestarian global.

ECERDC turut memainkan peranan penting dalam MAHA 2024 dengan mengetengahkan potensi sektor pertanian moden di Wilayah ECER melalui pelbagai inisiatif yang mempromosikan inovasi, kemampanan, dan peningkatan produktiviti dalam industri ini.

Selain itu, seminar bertemakan “Accelerating Net-Zero: Opportunities for Hard-to-Abate Industries in ECER” diadakan untuk membincangkan pembangunan unsur nadir bumi (REE) dan strategi dekarbonisasi bagi industri mampan, serta menarik pelaburan yang peka terhadap kelestarian alam sekitar.

On top of those initiatives, ECERDC made a remarkable milestone in July 2024, achieving 5 million safe working hours without any injuries. This accomplishment underscores the organisation’s steadfast commitment to prioritising occupational health and safety management. It reflects not only a culture of safety but also the collective efforts of all involved to ensure a secure and productive working environment.

As we step into a new year, ECERDC remains steadfast in its efforts to strengthen the East Coast Economic Region (ECER) as a competitive investment and development hub in Malaysia. With the continued support of the Federal and State Governments, this new year brings new opportunities and immense potential for all of us.

Each of us plays an important role in this journey. The real strength of Warga Kerja ECERDC lies in our ability to tackle challenges together as ONE. Let us move forward with confidence and determination as we work towards achieving our shared goals.

Justeru itu, saya ingin menyeru semua Warga Kerja ECERDC untuk melangkah ke tahun baharu dengan semangat dan keazaman yang tinggi. Masih banyak yang perlu kita capai dan kekuatan kita terletak pada kesatuan dan komitmen bersama.

Dengan itu, saya akhiri ucapan saya dengan serangkap pantun:

Merantau ke Pahang mencari ikan, 
Singgah sebentar makan di Chenor, 
Di tahun baru kita tekadkan, 
Membangun Wilayah aman dan makmur. 

Let us unite and strengthen our resolve together for an even better 2025. Happy New Year!