Haid Group invests US$33M in Malaysia aquafeed plant

MALAYSIA – Sheng Long Aqua Technology, a subsidiary of China’s Guangdong Haid Group, is investing RM140 million (US$33 million) to establish its first aquaculture feed manufacturing facility in Malaysia, strengthening the country’s aquafeed production capacity and supporting the growing demand for shrimp and fish farming across Southeast Asia.

The new plant, located in Kamunting, Taiping, will feature two shrimp feed production lines and two fish feed production lines with a combined annual production capacity of 150,000 tonnes. 

Once operational, the facility is expected to create more than 100 local jobs while enhancing Malaysia’s feed manufacturing capabilities.

The groundbreaking ceremony, held on August 10, marks Haid Group’s first aquafeed production investment in Malaysia and expands the Chinese agricultural conglomerate’s manufacturing footprint in Southeast Asia.

According to the company, the plant is designed to serve Malaysia and neighbouring markets by providing a stable supply of high-quality aquaculture feed while supporting regional aquaculture growth.

“This project is expected to meet the growing demand in Malaysia and neighbouring markets while also creating over 100 job opportunities and strengthening local manufacturing capabilities and supply chain resilience,” said Teh Kok Lim, chairman of Perak’s Science, Environment and Green Technology Committee, who represented the state’s investment and industry committee chairman, Loh Sze Yee.

Teh said the investment reinforces Perak’s position as a strategic destination for manufacturing and agribusiness investment, with the state government working alongside the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) and InvestPerak to facilitate industrial projects.

Investment boosts Malaysia’s aquafeed industry

The investment comes as Malaysia continues to attract significant capital into its food manufacturing sector. 

Approved investments in the industry reached RM3.3 billion (US$778 million) during the first quarter of 2026, making it one of the country’s strongest-performing manufacturing segments.

MIDA Chief Executive Officer Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid said the project supports Malaysia’s ambition to strengthen domestic feed manufacturing while improving food security and supply chain resilience.

“Beyond its economic contribution, the project will create quality employment, facilitate technology and knowledge transfer and enhance local expertise in modern manufacturing,” he said.

The facility also aligns with Malaysia’s New Industrial Master Plan 2030, which prioritises innovation, technology adoption and higher-value manufacturing activities.

MIDA Manufacturing Development Executive Director Surayu Susah said Sheng Long’s investment would strengthen the local supply chain by creating opportunities for Malaysian small and medium-sized enterprises to participate in higher-value manufacturing activities.

Sheng Long General Manager Chuang Jie Cheng said the company aims to supply high-quality aquaculture feed while providing technical support that helps farmers improve productivity and profitability.

“We hope to grow with the Malaysian aquaculture industry and contribute to the sustainable development of the sector in the long term,” he said.

The project reflects increasing investment by international feed manufacturers in Southeast Asia as aquaculture production expands and demand grows for locally manufactured, high-quality feed. 

By establishing production in Malaysia, Haid Group is expected to improve supply reliability, reduce dependence on imports and strengthen feed availability for one of the region’s fastest-growing aquaculture markets.

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