SME Corp. Malaysia, reporting to the Ministry of Entrepreneurship and Cooperatives Development (MECD), orchestrated a transformative visit to the Boeing Renton Factory in Washington State, USA. Spearheaded by the Secretary General of MECD, YBhg. Datuk Seri Suriani Dato’ Ahmad, alongside SME Corp. Malaysia CEO Mr. Rizal Nainy, the delegation embarked on a mission to harness opportunities within the Aerospace industry's global value chain. With an unwavering commitment to bolstering capable Malaysian SMEs, this journey embodies our dedication to catalysing international integration, fostering worldwide partnerships, and fuelling mutual growth.
From left to right:
- Mr. Noor Izwan Zabarudin
Special Officer to Secretary General, MECD - Mr. Andrew Pacelli,
Regional Director for Southeast Asia, Global Strategy & Market Development, Boeing - Mr. Avik Bhattacharya (Head of Visit)
Managing Director, Global Strategy & Market Development, Boeing - Mdm. Zalwani Zalkaply,
Deputy Undersecretary, Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Development Division, MECD - Mr. Rizal Bin Nainy,
Chief Executive Officer, SME Corp. Malaysia - Her Excellency Dato’ Sri Suriani Dato’ Ahmad,
Secretary General, MECD - Ms. Intan Zanariah Hamdan,
International Relations Manager, International Cooperation Division, SME Corp. Malaysia - Mr. Datuk Wira Dr. Aria Putera Ismail,
Chief Executive Officer, SME Bank - Mr. Zainal Bahaudin,
Principal Assistant Secretary (International), Policy and International Relations Division, MECD - Mr. Landon Loomis,
Vice President, Global Policy, Boeing - Ms. Antonette Valdez,
Regional Director, Globalization & Supplier Development, Boeing - Mr. Dario Gomez,
Executive Director, International Trade and Sustainability, Boeing
The delegation presenting a token of appreciation to Mr. Landon Loomis, Vice President, Global Policy, The Boeing Company.
Discussion on creating opportunities for Malaysian Aerospace SMEs.
