Overview of the maritime sector in Malaysia Rich maritime heritage Diverse economy Correlated significantly between economic growth and development Activities: fishing, shipping, tourism, etc Importance of sustainable development A model that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations ensuring the long-term viability of the industry minimizing its impact on the environment.

1. NAVIGATING TOWARDS A
SUSTAINABLE MARITIME
ECONOMY IN MALAYSIA
Capt. Mohamad Halim Ahmed

2. INTRODUCTION
• Overview of the maritime sector in Malaysia
• Rich maritime heritage
• Diverse economy
• Correlated significantly between economic growth and development
• Activities: fishing, shipping, tourism, etc
• Importance of sustainable development
• A model that meets the needs of the present without compromising the
ability of future generations
• ensuring the long-term viability of the industry
• minimizing its impact on the environment.
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3. MALAYSIA’S MARITIME INDUSTRY: A
BRIEF HISTORY
• Historical overview of Malaysia's maritime industry
• Malaysia's maritime industry dating back to the early days of the Malacca Sultanate
• strategic location and abundant natural resources made it a hub for trade and
commerce
• significant expansion, with the fishing, shipping, and tourism sectors playing a
particularly prominent role in the country's economic growth.
• The role of the industry in Malaysia's economic growth
• sustainable development is critical for ensuring the long-term viability of the industry
and minimizing its impact on the environment.
• balanced with environmental protection, social development, and cultural
preservation.
• The rapid expansion of the industry in recent years has resulted in environmental
degradation and resource depletion
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4. WHAT IS SUSTAINABLE
DEVELOPMENT?
• Definition of sustainable development
• Sustainable development is broadly defined as ‘Development which meets
the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future
generations to meet their own needs’.
• Why sustainable development is critical for Malaysia's maritime
economy
• Ensure long-term viability and competitiveness
• Generating revenue through the export and import of goods, supporting jobs
and spill over businesses
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5. POLICY FRAMEWORKS AND
INITIATIVES
• Legal and regulatory frameworks for maritime activities in Malaysia
• Domestic law including the MSO 52, Fisheries Act 1985, and EQA 74- protect Malaysia's marine
environment and promote sustainable development
• International law including UNCLOS, MARPOL, SOLAS etc further reinforce its commitment to
sustainable maritime development.
• Government policies and initiatives to promote sustainable development
• Policies to promote sustainable development in the country's maritime sector e.g. National
Transportation Policy, including initiatives to promote sustainable tourism and reduce the impact
of shipping on the marine environment.
• Malaysia's international commitments to sustainable maritime development
• Commitment to the UN SDG include a specific goal on sustainable oceans and maritime
resources.
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6. CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
• Challenges facing the industry,
• inadequate enforcement of laws and regulations
• limited public awareness
• Opportunities for growth and innovation
• renewable energy
• eco-tourism
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7. CURRENT STATE OF MALAYSIA'S
MARITIME INDUSTRY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
• Overview of Malaysia's maritime industry
• Maritime industry is an important contributor to the national economy
• Provides employment opportunities
• Challenges, including regional competition, aging infrastructure, and technology/innovation.
• Environmental impacts of the industry
• Environmental impacts including pollution from shipping, coastal development, and oil and gas
exploration.
• Impact of climate change including rising sea levels, ocean acidification, and extreme weather
events.
• Efforts to reduce the environmental impact of the industry
• Ongoing and continuous efforts- initiatives and policies
• Measures to reduce shipping emissions, protect marine ecosystems, and promote sustainable
fishing practices.
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8. INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY
• Role of innovation and technology in promoting sustainable development
• Maritime industry is increasingly adopting new technologies to reduce its environmental
impact and improve efficiency.
• The use of alternative fuels i.e. LNG and biofuels, adoption of digitalization and automation
to improve operations and reduce emissions.
• Development of sustainable green port, the growth of renewable energy sources such as
wind and solar, and the use of digitalization and automation to improve the efficiency of port
operations.
• Challenges includes lack of investment in R&D, limited financing, collaboration and
coordination between stakeholders.
• Examples of innovative technologies being used in the maritime industry in
Malaysia
• The Malaysian government has launched a number of initiatives to support innovation and
technology development in the maritime industry
• policies to promote the adoption of new technologies
• Seed funding programs and incentives engaged in R&D
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9. GREEN PORT POLICY
• Objectives
• The stipulated objectives prioritise sustainability, environmental conservation,
stakeholder cooperation, community protection, and economic growth
towards sustainable port development and operations.
• Strategy and Initiatives.
• Digitisation
• Sustainability
• Environmental Management
• Community Engagement
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10. CONCLUSION
• Summary of key findings
• Malaysia's maritime industry strong correlation between economic contribution and
environmental impact.
• The role of innovation and technology in promoting sustainable development
provides significant contribution to the national economy and employment.
• The need for investment in infrastructure, R&D, and reduce environmental impact.
• Recommendations for in-depth research
• The maritime industry is a critical contributor to Malaysia's economy, but it also has
significant environmental impacts.
• The recommendations outlined provides as baseline to continue in-depth study to
establish a roadmap for action to promote sustainable maritime economy in
Malaysia.
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12. THANK YOU
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