MSM Sugar Refinery (Johor) Sdn. Bhd. (MSM Johor), a subsidiary of MSM Malaysia Holdings Berhad (MSM) operates MSM’s new sugar refinery based in Tanjung Langsat, Johor which is set to be the largest standalone sugar refinery in Malaysia.
Erected on a 50.63 acre land plot, the integrated complex has commenced its operations in November 2018 and fully commercialised in April 2019,contributing up to 1 million tonnes on the Group’s annual production capacity. Upon increase in demand, expansion of Phase 2 shall commence by 2025.
The combined annual production capacity of Phase 1 and Phase 2 is capable for up to an astounding 2 million tonnes, strengthening MSM’s position as one of the leading refined sugar producer in the region. With an investment of approximately USD $259 million for the development of Phase 1, this magnifies the Group’s confidence to showcase its ability towards MSM’s more than 50 years of talented expertise and experience in sugar refining and skilled management.
One of MSM Johor’s salient point enables capacity building which translates to competitive pricing on end products, providing support towards domestic demand and further ramp up its export sales.This allows MSM to foray into neighbouring countries, further strengthen the Group’s domestic market share and transform Malaysia into a regional hub for high quality refined sugar. Besides that, MSM Johor is strategically located at Tanjung Langsat Port and is anticipated to reduce cost across the value chain following the strategic port facilities which contribute towards cost-efficiency as well as reducing manpower intensive through the usage of state-of-art machines with better technology and fully automated.