The delegation from Kedah Agro Ausin Berhad (KAAB) and Lembaga Kemajuan Ikan Malaysia (LKIM) visited the Fujian Provincial Ocean and Fisheries Bureau in the afternoon of 14 April 2025. The visit facilitated an exchange of insights with key government officials and industry experts on policies, technologies, and trends shaping the future of the fisheries sector.

The delegation from KAAB and LKIM being briefed during the visit to Fujian Provincial Ocean and Fisheries Bureau

The visit was designed to facilitate a deeper understanding of China’s advanced fisheries systems and how technology is driving modern aquaculture. The delegation visited to Marine Fisheries Emergency Command Center, which plays a critical role in monitoring fishing vessels in real time. The room is equipped to receive distress signals from vessels facing emergencies, enabling nearby vessels to respond and assist as quickly as possible. It also features tracking capabilities that allow for the review of vessel's historical routes and activity. This experience provided valuable insight into how digital infrastructure can enhance maritime safety, coordination, and operational resilience—key considerations for the advancement of Malaysia’s fisheries sector.

Photo of Tuan Muhammad Faiz Fadzil, Chairman of LKIM and Dato Sri’ Ooi Boon Seang, Chairman of Ausin Group being briefed at Fujian Provincial Ocean and Fisheries Bureau

The insights exchange continued with a roundtable discussion involving Malaysian delegates and Chinese experts, focusing on potential collaborations in smart aquaculture, infrastructure development, and marine technology transfer. The dialogue emphasized mutual opportunities in policy innovation, technical cooperation, and private sector investment.

Round-table discussion among KAAB, LKIM, and Fujian Provincial Ocean and Fisheries Bureau

(From left to right): Dato Sri' Ooi Boon Seang, Chairman of Ausin Group and Tuan Muhammad Faiz Fadzil, Chairman of LKIM

The session concluded with the signing of several Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) between Malaysian and Chinese stakeholders. These MoUs are expected to pave the way for joint ventures, pilot projects, and research collaborations in areas such as deep-sea aquaculture, sustainable fisheries management, and modern cold chain systems.

The MoU signings were officially witnessed by the Chairman of LKIM, signifying the Malaysian government’s full support and commitment to forging international partnerships that can bring long-term benefits to the national fisheries sector.

Signing Ceremony among Xiamen Ocean Vocational College, Fujian Haixia Reseach Institue of Architectural Design and Planning, Fujian Ocean Vocational College, Kedah Agro Ausin Berhad, Fisheries College of Jimei University, and Fujian Aton Advanced Materials Science and Technology Co., Ltd.

Signing Ceremony among Fujian Haixia Reseach Institute of Architechtural Design and Planning, The Academy of Digital China, Kedah Agro Ausin Berhad, Hua Min Digital Intelligence, and Nanwei Software Group

Signing Ceremony among Fujian Haixia Research Institute of Architectural Design and Planning, Hongdong Fishery Co., Ltd., Fujian Snowman Group Co., Ltd., Kedah Agro Ausin Berhad, Fuzhou Honglong Ocean Fishing Co., Ltd., and Universal Asia Marine Tech Sdn. Bhd.

Signing Ceremony among Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, Fujian Haixia Research Institute of Architectural Design and Planning, Kedah Agro Ausin Berhad, Freshwater Fisheries Research Institue of Fujian, and Fuzhou Yuanchu Biotechnology Co., Ltd.

Group photo of Fujian Provincial Ocean and Fisheries Bureau, Malaysia Fisheries Development Authority, Kedah Agro Ausin Berhad, and key industry players representative from Fujian

This visit marks another milestone in the strategic outreach led by Kedah Agro Ausin Berhad, as they continue to build bridges with global leaders in fisheries innovation to support Malaysia’s transformation into a more modern, efficient, and sustainable seafood-producing nation.