EAST COAST ENERGY 2025: POWERING A NEW ERA OF INCLUSIVE TRANSFORMATION

Driving Regional Growth Through Innovation, Clean Energy, and Collaborative Leadership

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As Malaysia accelerates its national energy transition agenda, the East Coast is poised to lead the next chapter in energy transition and sustainable development. The Terengganu State Government and Terengganu Petroleum Council (TPC) today announced the inaugural East Coast Energy (ECE) 2025, set to take place from 23 – 24 June 2025 at the Taman Tamadun Islam Convention Centre in Kuala Terengganu. This event will serve as a pivotal platform, uniting government leaders, industry pioneers, and community champions to forge an inclusive, resilient, and sustainable energy future, marking a significant leap in the region's economic diversification.

Organised by Informa Markets, the team behind Oil and Gas Asia (OGA), and supported by Terengganu Inc. as strategic partner, EPIC Berhad as corporate partner and PETRONAS as knowledge partner, ECE 2025 will serve as a catalyst for investments, partnerships, and innovations that drive inclusive growth while addressing critical environmental challenges.

As a key strategic investor in the state's development, Terengganu Incorporated reaffirmed its strong commitment to the event. "Terengganu Incorporated is proud to stand alongside key stakeholders in championing ECE 2025 – a pivotal platform that underscores the East Coast's strategic role in Malaysia's energy future," said Dato' Burhanuddin Hilmi B Mohamed, President & Group CEO of Terengganu Incorporated. "As the state's strategic investment arm, we view ECE 2025 as more than an event – it is a statement of intent. It reflects our mission to catalyse sustainable economic growth, attract high-impact investments, and position Terengganu as a dynamic hub for innovation, industry, and inclusive development."

ECE 2025 is strategically built around four key pillars:

• Energising Local Communities through investments and partnerships;
• Energy Security & Innovation via diversification and technology;
• Accelerating the Energy Transition with renewable solutions; and
• Carbon Capture, Utilisation, & Storage (CCUS) to establish the East Coast as Peninsular Malaysia's carbon management hub.

These critical themes will be explored through a series of strategic forums, including:

• Energising Local Communities in the East Coast: The Role of Energy in Economic Growth, Job Opportunities, and Sustainability;
• East Coast Malaysia as a Hub for Energy Transition: Unlocking the Potential of Energy Expansion;
• East Coast Malaysia as a CCUS Hub;
• Asset Management and Integrity Challenges and Opportunities, and
• Empowering East Coast Talent: Bridging Communities and Building a Skilled Workforce for a Sustainable Future.

While the full roster of distinguished speakers will be announced in the coming months, confirmed participants include leading experts from State and Federal Governments, anchor players in the energy ecosystem, key supply chain partners, and influential public sector leaders.

"PETRONAS is honoured to be part of ECE 2025, which serves as a timely platform to underscore the East Coast's strategic importance in supporting Malaysia's energy transition," said Ir. Mohd Yusri Mohamed Yusof, Senior Vice President, Projects, Technology and Health, Safety, Security and Environment (PT&HSSE), PETRONAS.

"As we pursue our sustainability goals, innovation and collaboration are key. PETRONAS is committed to continue unlocking opportunities by fostering innovation ecosystems and impactful collaborations, towards creating a sustainable future," he added.

ECE 2025 demonstrates a strong commitment to community empowerment through a series of purposeful outreach initiatives organised in collaboration with Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Kuala Lumpur Section. The initiatives include ECANS (Energy Career Aspirations Networking Series) will connect students and young professionals with industry leaders, while ENERGY4ME promotes energy education and STEM skills among primary school students. Additionally, the Grand Oilmen Charity Masters, a golf tournament happening on the eve of ECE, supported by the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Kuala Lumpur Section, will raise funds with proceeds benefiting local communities in Terengganu.

"EPIC is honoured to spearhead ECE 2025 – an initiative that not only celebrates our legacy as a cornerstone of the East Coast's energy ecosystem, but also reinforces our vision for its future," said Dr. Ts. Hj. Muhtar Bin Suhaili, Group CEO of EPIC Berhad and Chairman of the ECE 2025 Working Committee. "For over four decades, EPIC has driven industrial growth and regional development. With ECE 2025, we are building on that foundation – bringing together innovation, sustainability, and collaboration to unlock new opportunities and deliver lasting impact for generations to come."

ECE 2025 welcomes all stakeholders, including industry professionals, government agencies, academic institutions, investors, and entrepreneurs, to be part of this milestone event. As the East Coast accelerates toward its clean energy ambitions, this summit offers a rare opportunity to turn bold ideas into tangible outcomes.

"Informa Markets is proud to support the growth of Malaysia's energy industry through powerful platforms such as ECE 2025," said Gerard Leeuwenburgh, Country General Manager of Informa Markets Malaysia. "Building on the success of Oil and Gas Asia (OGA), we are creating a dedicated space for meaningful dialogue, strategic partnerships, and actionable outcomes that will help accelerate the East Coast's contribution to the national energy agenda."

Join us at ECE 2025 and help shape Malaysia's sustainable energy future – where today's conversations power tomorrow's change.

For more information on ECE 2025, including registration and participation opportunities, please visit https://ecenergyt.com.

Notes to Editor:
About East Coast Energy 2025
East Coast Energy (ECE) 2025 is the premier energy transition summit for Malaysia's East Coast region. Hosted by the Terengganu State Government and the Terengganu Petroleum Council (TPC) and organised by Informa Markets, the team behind Oil and Gas Asia (OGA), this landmark event brings together government leaders, industry visionaries, and community champions to architect the next chapter in energy transition.

With the support of key partners, Terengganu Inc., EPIC Berhad and PETRONAS, ECE 2025 highlights critical industry trends while prioritising the balance between economic advancement, social responsibility, and environmental stewardship. Join us as we align energy development with regional priorities to deliver meaningful impact for businesses, communities, and the planet.

SOURCE East Coast Energy