• Major Investment: Leading Middle Eastern banks have invested $500 million in Malaysia’s Pengerang Energy Complex.
• Low-Carbon Production: The facility aims to become one of the world’s largest low-carbon aromatics production sites.
• Sustainability Standards: The project aligns with global standards like IFC Performance and Equator Principles for reduced environmental impact.

Middle Eastern Banks Invest $500M in Malaysia’s Pengerang Energy Complex

Leading Middle Eastern banks and financial institutions have invested $500 million to finance Malaysia’s Pengerang Energy Complex, a facility that promises to set new standards in low-carbon production. The Islamic Development Bank, along with its subsidiaries—the Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector and the Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit—are key contributors to this funding.

The Pengerang Energy Complex is poised to become a significant player in the global energy market. With a production capacity of 1 million metric tons per annum (MTPA), it is equipped to process 150,000 barrels per day (bpd) of condensate plus naphtha. This processing will yield 50,000 MTPA of hydrogen, 3.9 MTPA of energy products, and 2.3 MTPA of aromatics, placing it among the largest low-carbon aromatics production facilities globally.

The facility is designed with cutting-edge technology to optimize energy use, minimize equipment size, and reduce carbon emissions, aligning with the IFC Performance Standards and Equator Principles.

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Upon completion, the Pengerang Energy Complex will not only bolster Malaysia’s position in the energy sector but also demonstrate a significant move toward sustainable industrial practices. This project exemplifies how investment in advanced technology can drive both economic growth and environmental responsibility.