German delegation to connect waste technology providers with Malaysian stakeholders

KUALA LUMPUR: A delegation of seven German waste management and recycling technology companies is visiting Malaysia until October 2, organized by the Malaysian-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MGCC). The purpose is to connect German expertise with Malaysian businesses in waste collection, sorting, recycling and material recovery, supporting Malaysia's shift from landfill dependency towards a regulated, technology-driven circular economy.

MGCC executive director Hannes Farlock emphasized that Malaysia's direction to reduce landfill waste and recover more value from waste needs the right technology, adapted to local conditions, and backed by long-term partners. German companies boast decades of experience in providing such technology. During the five-day program, the delegation will engage in a conference, business networking, and individual business-to-business meetings, aiming to match the German companies' technologies with the needs of Malaysian businesses and authorities.

The participating German companies specialize in various areas, including mobile shredding, mechanical separation, geosynthetics, metal recovery, exhaust air purification, sensor-based sorting, and recycling equipment. These companies will meet key public-sector stakeholders, such as the National Solid Waste Management Department and Subang Jaya City Council.

The delegation is part of MGCC's Market Development Programme for small and medium enterprises, funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy.