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Maharani Freeport buka 45,000 pekerjaan baharu di Johor

Maharani Freeport opens 45,000 new jobs in Johor

Sinar Harian | Local Language | News | Dec. 1, 2025 | UndeterminedEmployment

The development of Maharani Freeport in Johor is projected to create 45,000 new job opportunities and attract global investments worth RM144 billion. Positioned strategically on the Malacca Strait, one of the world's busiest maritime routes with around 100,000 ships passing annually, the Freeport aims to become a key hub for transshipment, logistics, and global oil trade activities.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim highlighted that Maharani Freeport complements existing mega projects in Johor, including the Johor–Singapore Free Economic Zone, Forest City, and the new airport development, enhancing the state’s status as a major Southeast Asian hub. The project is expected to boost Malaysia’s competitiveness, bring in substantial foreign direct investment, and generate high-value employment for young and skilled workers.

The Freeport features a natural water depth of 24 meters, allowing giant Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) to berth without additional dredging costs, which positions it as a preferred destination for global maritime operators. Additionally, it offers competitive tax incentives, including a zero percent corporate tax rate for registered companies and a three percent rate for oil trading entities, providing significant advantages for foreign investors. The nation’s first duty-free energy port will commence operations focused on oil trading, storage, blending, and marine services.

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