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Borneo Post
24-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Five Sarawak startups win big at Shell LiveWire 2025 state finals
Len Talif (standing, seventh left) with the winners and guests in a photocall after the Shell LiveWIRE Malaysia 2025 Sarawak award ceremony here today. – Photo by Mohd Faisal Ahmad KUCHING (May 24): Five Sarawak-based enterprises have been named state winners of the Shell LiveWire Malaysia 2025 Sarawak Challenge, following the state finals today at Tegas Digital Village here. The winning startups – Desa Inspirasi Resources, Earthlings Coffee Workshop Sdn Bhd, Lariss Quna Enterprise, Lettuboost, and Maxeon Technologies Sdn Bhd – were selected from over 60 participants who took part in the programme. These enterprises advanced through an intensive bootcamp, with 10 finalists making it to the final pitching round. Each winner received a RM10,000 startup fund from Shell, along with an additional RM5,000 grant from Tabung Ekonomi Gagasan Anak Sarawak (Tegas). Beyond funding, the winners will benefit from one year of business coaching and access to Tegas' resources and networking opportunities. They will also gain the opportunity to engage with the global LiveWire network, and may be selected to compete in the prestigious Shell Global Top Ten Innovators Awards. The event was officiated by Sarawak Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment and Tegas chairman, Datuk Len Talif Salleh, who was accompanied by Tegas CEO Udin Bujang. 'We at Tegas are proud to partner with Shell Malaysia for the Shell LiveWire programme, a collaboration that underscores our commitment to nurturing local start-ups and social enterprises,' he said. 'This initiative highlights the vital role of entrepreneurship in driving economic development, generating employment, and fostering resilient communities,' he added. Shell Malaysia Upstream's General Manager of Sarawak Gas, Choong Yen Li, said Shell LiveWire offers a meaningful platform for aspiring entrepreneurs to transform their ideas into impactful ventures. 'Through this initiative, individuals not only gain the opportunity to build their own businesses but also contribute towards job creation and community development,' she said. The judging panel for the finals included Tegas Manager Afida Zaidi, The Borneo Post Business Executive Editor and Kuching Division Journalists Association President Ronnie Teo, and Shell Malaysia Senior Manager (Mobility Sales and Operations) Dr Alex Pega Mahda. Shell LiveWire, the company's flagship enterprise development programme, was launched in Sabah in 2015, Sarawak in 2016, and Peninsular Malaysia in 2022. It aims to foster local entrepreneurship and promote innovative business solutions aligned with socio-economic development. Sarawak Challenge Shell LiveWire Malaysia 2025 tegas
Coin Geek
23-05-2025
- Business
- Coin Geek
Shell LiveWire Philippines 2025: Call for entries now open – empowering the next generation of Filipino entrepreneurs
Homepage > News > Business > Shell LiveWire Philippines 2025: Call for entries now open – empowering the next generation of Filipino entrepreneurs Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Manila, Philippines – Shell Philippines is excited to announce the official launch of the Shell LiveWire Philippines 2025 program, inviting innovative Filipino entrepreneurs to step forward and accelerate their business ideas. Shell LiveWire is Shell's flagship enterprise development program designed to foster innovation and provide critical support to local businesses. It seeks to identify and nurture unique and innovative Filipino businesses that demonstrate high potential for growth, community impact, and economic contribution. These businesses include those with proven and applicable solutions within the sectors of energy, environment, circular economy, and community development, that can readily be made available to the market. The program also aims to support MSMEs, cooperative enterprises, associations, or organizations composed of women, out-of-school youths, vulnerable groups, and other community-driven initiatives. These enterprises contribute to the local prosperity of their communities and can also include agri-enterprises utilizing new and sustainable practices and technologies to increase productivity and growth of agricultural products. Since 2020, the Shell LiveWire Program has attracted over 800 local startups, with more than 130 enterprises receiving critical training, mentoring, and capital funding support. As a result, these initiatives have created over 800 jobs, significantly boosting local economies. Additionally, more than 14 local startups have been successfully integrated into Shell's supply chain, showcasing Shell's commitment to fostering sustainable business growth. Through these integrations, businesses have gained access to broader markets, increased visibility, and sustained financial support, solidifying Shell LiveWire's impact on the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the Philippines. Why Join Shell LiveWire PH 2025? Participating in Shell LiveWire means gaining access to mentorship, networking opportunities, funding, and the support needed to scale businesses effectively. This program provides a platform for businesses to showcase their potential, foster community impact, and contribute to the sustainable development of the economy. How to Apply Interested entrepreneurs can submit their applications through the official Shell Philippines LiveWire I About Us by May 31. About Shell Pilipinas Corporation For more than 100 years, Shell in the Philippines continues to power the nation's progress through its growing network of mobility stations, robust B2B partnerships and expanding Non-Fuels offers, enabled by its integrated supply chain and strong corporate governance. Shell also supports local communities through the Pilipinas Shell Foundation Inc. (PSFI) by providing programs on access to energy, health, safety, education, and livelihood development. For more details on Shell Pilipinas Corporation, visit
