Under Constructions
INTRODUCTION
The Malaysia Rail Industry Corporation (MARIC) was established as an incorporated association in 2017 with the mission to contribute to the development of Malaysian railway systems engineering. MARIC's membership is open to all companies operating in Malaysia that have a local office and are involved in railway systems engineering and associated works. Companies in public transportation, communication, transit-oriented development, and railway infrastructure construction are also encouraged to become members.
Since its establishment, MARIC has been a strong supporter and partner in achieving Malaysia's railway mission through participation in and hosting seminars, symposiums, exhibitions, familiarization programs, Export Acceleration Missions (EAMs), business matchings, and more. By mid-2024, MARIC's membership has grown significantly to include 60 companies, involving more than 5,000 personnel engaged in a wide range of activities, including construction, rehabilitation, maintenance, repair & overhaul (MRO), and public-private partnership (PPP) projects in Malaysia and globally.
MARIC's objective is to leverage the multidisciplinary capabilities and extensive experience of local companies, government agencies, and OEMs to expand the railway network and ensure that the lines remain operational, safe, and sustainable. In supporting the nation's rail industry, MARIC focuses on systems engineering clusters, including Rolling Stock, Signalling Systems, Telecommunication Systems (including SCADA), Power Supply and Distribution Systems (PSDS), Trackwork, Depot Equipment, and Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) Systems.
MARIC aims to develop a local supplier/vendor capability in order to manage systems MRO / Systems Construction, Rehabilitation and Mid-life Refurbishments/Component Supplies Activities in the future.
The objectives of MARIC Rail Export Champs are as follows:
Localization's engagement program with suppliers to increase local content
ASEAN market penetration
Collaboration with local & OEMs and international suppliers.
Sustainable development goals (green technology program);
Financial assistance – incentives for rail industry
Nurturing local industry players to meet international requirements.