PUTRAJAYA, 5 February 2026: SIRIM Berhad today launched the ESG Readiness Roadshow, Personnel Certification Programme, and Sustainability Report Advisory Services under the MADANI Sustainability Roadmap. This national initiative is designed to support Malaysian industries in enhancing their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) capabilities and aligning with international sustainability standards.

Aligned with the New Industrial Master Plan (NIMP) 2030 and the Government’s MADANI agenda, the programme aims to advance sustainable industrial development and strengthen the competitiveness of Mid-Tier Companies (MTCs) and SMEs, particularly in manufacturing and related sectors, including those integrated into international supply chains.

The launch was officiated by Dr. Mohd Bakri Jali, Covering Chief Executive Officer of SIRIM Academy representing Encik Nik Sazali Nik Hussin, Acting President & Group Chief Executive Officer of SIRIM, underscoring the organisation’s institutional commitment to facilitating ESG adoption. The programme provides participating organisations with technical guidance, capacity building, and certification to seamlessly integrate ESG into their core operations.

Dr. Bakri Mohd Jali Covering CEO, SIRIM Academy, representing SIRIM's Acting President & Group CEO, Nik Sazali Nik Hussin, officiates and launches the ESG Readiness Roadshow, Personnel Certification Programme, and Sustainability Report Advisory Services.

As a strategic partner to industry, SIRIM Berhad has designed this initiative to transform ESG from a compliance matter into a driver of sustainable, efficient, and profitable growth. The goal is to empower Malaysian companies to become ESG-Ready and achieve a truly competitive position on the global stage.

The programme addresses common industry challenges, such as limited in-house ESG expertise and the high cost of external consultancy. SIRIM’s structured approach offers practical, cost-effective support, including guidance on preparing sustainability reports aligned with Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards, which can enhance credibility with investors and strengthen supply chain partnerships.

Following the launch, dialogue sessions were held to equip Malaysian industries with a deeper understanding of the ESG Readiness programme.

To further enable this transition, eligible organisations can apply for the ESG-NIMP Grant Programme, which provides 80% government funding with a 20% company co-contribution. The grant is targeted at SMEs and mid-tier companies, including exporters and firms in high-emission sectors, to implement robust ESG practices effectively.

Participants will benefit from specialised training and certification for ESG personnel, coupled with advisory support to achieve formal “ESG-Ready” status. These components are designed to equip businesses with the practical tools needed to embed sustainability into their daily operations and improve their long-term market positioning.

Building Malaysia's sustainable future together. A moment with the dedicated participants of SIRIM's ESG Readiness Programme under the MADANI Sustainability Roadmap.

Overall, this initiative reinforces Malaysia’s long-term economic and environmental goals, assisting organisations in embedding ESG principles in line with both NIMP 2030 and the MADANI Sustainability Roadmap.

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