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New Straits Times
24-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Lima '25 attracts 450,000 visitors, spurs interest in national defence industry
LANGKAWI: The Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2025 (Lima '25) concluded today, recording an attendance of approximately 450,000 visitors comprising commercial and business representatives, both local and international delegations, as well as members of the public. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said this year's edition reaffirmed Lima's position as a continuous platform for the exchange of ideas, the latest technologies, and strategic collaborations vital to the nation. "Despite the uncertain weather, including today's rain, we still saw large crowds rushing into the exhibition halls to witness the technological showcases. "This year saw the participation of 860 exhibitors, a higher number than at Lima '23, comprising 50 per cent local and 50 per cent international companies, which is a commendable achievement," he said in his closing speech at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre (MIEC) today. Over the course of five days, Mohamed Khaled said Lima '25 also recorded 1,400 business-to-business (B2B) meetings and 920 business-to-government (B2G) sessions. He said these achievements reflect a positive outlook for the development and future of the national defence industry, and position it as a key driver in reducing the country's reliance on external parties. Apart from commercial elements and business transactions, the defence minister said Lima '25 also enhanced its appeal with a notable increase in the number of static asset exhibitions compared to previous editions. Notably, for the first time, Lima '25 featured a high-immersion dome experience, known as the A.T.M.O.S Sphere, which stands for Aerospace, Technology, Maritime, and Operations for Sustainability. "This gives us a glimpse into how much more there is to discover in the world. If we aspire to become a successful nation, we must embrace a culture of continuous learning and exploration," he added. The A.T.M.O.S Sphere is a cutting-edge exhibition utilising 360-degree technology and audiovisual immersion to reflect Malaysia's aspirations to lead in land, sea, air and space innovation. Lima '25 was organised by the Defence Ministry in collaboration with Global Exhibitions and Conferences Sdn Bhd (GEC), and placed emphasis on innovation and enhancing industry competitiveness in line with current technological trends. Since its inception in 1991, the exhibition has remained the largest event of its kind in Southeast Asia's maritime and aerospace sectors.
The Star
24-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Over 400,000 visitors at Lima '25, interest in national defence spurred
LANGKAWI: The Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2025 (Lima '25) ended on Saturday (May 24) recording an attendance of approximately 450,000 visitors from all commercial and business sectors, both domestic and international delegations, as well as the general public. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said this marks the Lima edition as a continuous platform and arena for sharing various ideas, the latest technologies, and strategic collaborations that are very important for the country. "Even though the atmosphere is uncertain, with the rain like today, we still saw many people rushing into the exhibition hall to witness the technological developments being showcased. "This year saw the participation of 860 exhibitors, a figure higher compared to Lima '23, consisting of 50% local exhibitors and 50% international exhibitors, a very commendable achievement," he said in his closing speech at Lima'25 at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre (MIEC) here. Over the course of five days, Mohamed Khaled said Lima'25 also recorded 1,400 business-to-business (B2B) meetings and 920 business-to-government (B2G) sessions. Therefore, he said, all these achievements provide a positive outlook on the development and future of the country's defence industry, thus becoming the nation's hope and reliance to reduce the country's dependence on external parties. Apart from the commercial aspects and business transactions, the defence minister said LIMA'25 also expanded its vibrancy and excellence by recording an increase in the number of static asset exhibitions compared to previous editions. In fact, for the first time, Lima '25 featured a high immersive experience dome, known as the A.T.M.O.S Sphere, which stands for Aerospace, Technology, Maritime, and Operations for Sustainability. "This is a glimpse of how many more things we do not know in this if we want to become a successful nation, we must have the value of always learning and uncovering things that are still unknown to us," he added. A.T.M.O.S Sphere is a high-tech exhibition that uses 360-degree technology and audiovisual immersion to reflect Malaysia's aspirations to lead advancements in land, sea, air and beyond. Lima '25 is organised by the Defence Ministry, in collaboration with Global Exhibitions and Conferences Sdn Bhd (GEC), and emphasises innovation and enhancing competitiveness among industry players in line with current technological developments. This exhibition is the largest in the maritime and aerospace industry in Southeast Asia since it was first held in 1991. - Bernama
The Sun
13-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
‘Lima ‘25 must be springboard for local firms'
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the upcoming Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2025 (Lima '25) must serve as a strategic springboard for local companies, particularly SMEs to break into global markets through innovation. His senior press secretary Tunku Nashrul Abaidah said Anwar is scheduled to attend Lima '25 following his official visit to Russia from May 13 to 16. 'Anwar has emphasised that Lima '25 is not merely a showcase of defence and aviation hardware, but a collaborative platform uniting governments, industry leaders and academic institutions,' Tunku Nashrul said during the Prime Minister's Office daily briefing yesterday. He said the event would spotlight key sectors such as defence, commercial aviation, the Internet of Things, satellite systems, space technology and other emerging industries. 'Lima '25 underscores Malaysia's ambition to position itself as a regional and global hub for maritime and aerospace innovation. 'It is also expected to spur economic growth by drawing foreign direct investment, boosting tourism and enhancing international trade. 'The prime minister has expressed confidence in the ongoing preparations, and extended a warm welcome to exhibitors, investors and visitors from Malaysia and abroad. He hopes this edition will rank among the most impactful in the event's history.' First launched in 1991, Lima is held biennially and remains one of Southeast Asia's premier maritime and aerospace showcases. The 2025 edition, themed 'Innovate Today, Thrive Tomorrow,' is set to run from May 20 to 24. To date, 102 aircraft and 35 naval vessels have confirmed participation. Of these, 64 aircraft will take part in aerial demonstrations while the remainder will be on static display. Around 10,000 public tickets have already been sold, with exhibitors from China, France, the United Kingdom, Australia and Italy confirmed. Lima '25 builds on the success of its predecessor Lima '23, the largest edition in the event's history, which featured over 600 companies from 30 countries. A key highlight of Lima '23 was the signing of 43 letters of acceptance and intent, along with eight MoU by the Defence Ministry, amounting to RM10.128 billion.
New Straits Times
10-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Hotels, car rentals in Langkawi fully booked ahead of Lima'25
LANGKAWI: Hotels and registered car rental services on the island are fully booked ahead of the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2025 (Lima '25), which will be held from 20 to 25 May. Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) Kedah/Perlis chapter chairman Eugene Dass confirmed that all 7,800 rooms operated by its member hotels in Langkawi have been taken up for the Lima '25 week. "I understand that our member hotels, both in Kuah and along the beachfront, are fully booked for the Lima '25 period. "In total, we offer 7,800 rooms across our member properties in Langkawi," he told the New Straits Times. Langkawi Homestay Association chairman Mokhtar Shabudin Ismail said that over 90 per cent of accommodation offered by its 60 members has also been booked. "We are receiving many enquiries from visitors, and we expect the remaining 10 per cent will be taken up very soon," he said when contacted. Langkawi Car Rental Association chairman Rosli Ahmad said rental cars operated by members of the association are also fully booked ahead of the biennial exhibition. "In total, around 600 vehicles operated by our 80 car rental providers have already been reserved. "As usual, demand for car rentals surges during the Lima exhibition. "Participants are expected to start arriving from 17 May, followed by general visitors," he said. Lee Han Eng, president of the Langkawi Chinese Chamber of Commerce, reckoned Lima as a much-anticipated event for the island's tourism and business sectors. "We expect businesses in Pantai Chenang and around Langkawi International Airport to thrive, with some spillover effects in Kuah town. Overall, it's a positive boost for Langkawi's tourism and economy," he said. Langkawi Business Association adviser Datuk Alexander Isaac said Lima brings exposure and high-value income to Langkawi, with numerous spin-off benefits during and after the event. "Many visitors are likely to extend their stay to explore the island, which is great for local businesses during Visit Kedah Year 2025." Alexander also welcomed the move by Langkawi ferry operators to increase services during the event. On Tuesday, Ferry Line Ventures Sdn Bhd, which manages passenger ferry services to the island, announced that over 40,000 tickets had been sold ahead of Lima '25. The company has scheduled an additional 100 trips between 20 and 25 May, covering the event period and the day after. Approximately 10,000 return tickets remain available. Lima '25, themed "Today's Progress, Future Achievements", is expected to surpass previous editions in terms of asset value. To date, 10,000 public tickets have been sold, with confirmed exhibitors from China, France, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Italy. The previous edition, Lima '23, featured more than 600 companies from 30 countries — the largest since the event's inception in 1991.
New Straits Times
08-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
40,000 ferry tickets sold ahead of Lima '25
KUALA KEDAH: More than 40,000 ferry tickets have been sold ahead of the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2025 (Lima '25), prompting ferry operators to ramp up services to meet the surging demand. Ferry Line Ventures Sdn Bhd, which manages passenger services to the island, has scheduled an additional 100 trips between May 20 and 25, covering the event period and the day after its conclusion. Its operations manager Norhafiz Abdul Wahid said the move was necessary to ensure a smooth flow of passengers between Kuala Kedah, Kuala Perlis and Langkawi, which is expecting an influx of local and international visitors. "This is a healthy development. We've seen strong interest, with about 40,000 tickets sold for the five-day period," he said at a press conference at the Kuala Kedah Ferry Terminal today. He said approximately 10,000 return tickets are still available, and that ferry operations may be extended further if demand keeps rising. Currently, ferries are scheduled to run hourly, with real-time updates and seat availability provided through the Cuti-Cuti Langkawi app. "If the demand is encouraging, we will extend operating hours up to midnight for services between Kuala Perlis and Langkawi," he said. Services from Kuala Kedah will end at 10pm due to ongoing dredging works at the estuary. Norhafiz assured that all safety protocols are in place, including life jackets and navigation lights, in compliance with Marine Department regulations. "We also have standby vessels ready to take over in case of technical issues. "All maintenance was done during the low season to ensure reliability throughout this period. "Our current system ensures only one ferry docks at a time, with another ready to enter once passengers are unloaded," he said. He advised travellers to expect congestion at the Kuala Kedah and Kuala Perlis jetties and urged early bookings to minimise inconvenience. Lima '25, themed "Today's Progress, Future Achievements", is expected to surpass previous editions in asset sales value. Government spokesman Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin briefed the Cabinet on the exhibition's strong momentum. So far, 10,000 public tickets have been sold, with exhibitors from China, France, the UK, Australia and Italy already confirmed. The previous edition, Lima '23 featured over 600 companies from 30 countries, the biggest since its inception in 1991.
