Reasons to invest
Competitive Advantage
Affordable Land with High Return Potential
Melaka offers significant competitive advantages to investors through the provision of industrial land at some of the most affordable rates in Malaysia, ranging from as low as RM25.00 to RM45.00 per square foot, complete with basic infrastructure facilities
Infrastructure and Ready Facility
- 5G Network Coverage: 88.3%.
- Green Energy : Government launched Corporate Green Power Programme (CGPP) To support ESG Compliance
- lowest rate Water: 0 – 35 meter cube = RM2.47 (Among Johor, Selangor, and Melaka, Melaka has the lowest industrial water tariff rate).
World Class Education & Workers
- Availability of students to support industrial needs.
- 47 public & private institution.
- World class education implemented.
- On job training.
- Expert fresh student due to hands-on application implemented during study.
Reasons to invest
TVET
Home to 23 Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions.
Offers a wide range of skill-based courses for:
- SPM School Leavers
- Individuals seeking to upskill or reskill.
Target: Every Melaka youth to attain at least:
- Malaysian Skills Certificate (SKM) Level 3, or
- Malaysian Skills Diploma (DKM) Level 4
Reasons to invest
Strategic Location
Centrally located along Peninsular Malaysia’s main trade route.
Close to major gateways
- KLIA (120 km, 1 hour 15 minutes)
- Port Klang (155 km, 2 hours)
- Tanjung Pelepas Port (226 km, 2 hours 47 minutes)
- Senai Airport, Johor (224 km , 2 hours 30 minutes)
- Singapore Port (260 km, 3 hours 13 minutes)
Has a local port : Tanjung Beruas Port (for export-import).
Accessible to Singapore Port and Senai Airport (Johor).
Ideal for trade-based investment and regional distribution.
Reasons to invest
Initiatives First Point of Contact
- Melaka Industrial Booster Initiative (IMB) served as the secretariat for the Technical Committee Meetings on Industrial Development & Licensing in the state of Melaka for Industrial Building Plan Approval (IBPA).
- The implementation strategy of the “Melaka Industrial Booster” is designed with the aim to accelerate the growth and development of the industrial sector in the state of Melaka, with a primary focus on enhancing investment facilitation. With this initiative, we aspire to attract investors, stimulate economic growth, create job opportunities, and solidify Melaka’s position as a premier investment destination in Malaysia.
- Through strategic planning and concerted efforts, we are committed to fostering an environment conducive to industrial growth and prosperity in Melaka. Join us in shaping a vibrant and sustainable industrial landscape in our state.
Reasons to invest
Proven Economic Growth
Melaka GDP Overview (2024)
- Total GDP: RM48.9 billion
- Growth Rate: 4.4%
GDP by Sector
- Services: RM25.2 billion (51.4%) — ↑ 4.8%
- Manufacturing: RM17.6 billion (35.9%) — ↑ 3.8%
- Agriculture: RM4.7 billion (9.5%) — ↑ 1.0%
- Construction: RM1.4 billion (2.8%) — ↑ 30.6%
- Mining & Quarrying: RM0.06 billion (0.1%)— ↑ 6.6%
Trade Investment
- Total Trade: RM8.2 billion
- (2023: RM6.0 billion)
- Exports of Goods: RM5.1 billion
- (2023: RM3.2 billion)
- Imports of Goods: RM3.1 billion
- (2023: RM2.8 billion)
- Total Trade: RM70.8 billion
- (2022: RM74.1 billion)
- Exports of Goods: RM29.2 billion
- (2022: RM31.6 billion)
- Imports of Goods: RM41.6 billion
- (2022: RM42.5 billion)
Reasons to invest
Tourism Hub
Melaka: A Dynamic Domestic Tourism Hub
- 15.6 million domestic visitors recorded annually
- Strong appeal due to a unique mix of historical heritage, culture, and modern attractions.
- One of Malaysia’s top domestic tourist destinations.
Top 5 Popular Tourist Spots in Melaka:
- Pantai Klebang – Beach and recreational area
- Dataran Pahlawan – Modern shopping and entertainment complex
- Mahkota Parade – Iconic shopping mall
- Jonker Street / Jalan Hang Jebat – Cultural and heritage street market
- Pantai Pengkalan Balak – Relaxing beach destination
Reasons to invest
Government Incentives
MIDA :
Evaluation and approval of manufacturing license
- Paid -up capital exceeds USD 530,000.
- More than 75 full time employees are hired.
Provide Incentives measures
- A five years partial income tax exemption on investment tax reduction.
- Matching grant.
- Customs Import Duties.
- Working permits.
Main Incentives for Manufacturing Companies :
Pioneer Status (PS)
- A company granted Pioneer Status (PS) enjoys a five-year partial exemption from the payment of income tax
Investment Tax Allowance
- As an alternative to Pioneer Status, a company may apply for Investment Tax Allowance (ITA)
Reasons to invest
Fully Financial Support
- International Bank ( HSBC,UOB,Al Rajhi, OCBC)
- Local Bank (Maybank,CIMB,Public Bank,Rhb Bank)
Reasons to invest
Growing Skilled Workforce
Home to 23 Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions.
Offers a wide range of skill-based courses for:
- SPM school leavers
- Individuals seeking to upskill or reskill
Target : Every Melaka youth to attain at least:
- Malaysian Skill Certificate (SKM) Level 3, or
- Malaysian Skill Diploma (DKM) Level 4
Reasons to invest
Emerging Service Sectors
Melaka: A Dynamic Domestic Tourism Hub
- 15.6 million domestic visitors recorded annually.
- Strong appeal due to a unique mix of historical heritage, culture, and modern attractions.
- One of Malaysia’s top domestic tourist destinations.
Top 5 Popular Tourist Spots in Melaka :
