BEIJING : China Communications Construction Company Ltd (CCCC) has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to Malaysia’s infrastructure sector, underscoring the country’s strategic role in fostering regional connectivity and economic growth.
During a meeting with a Malaysian media delegation at CCCC’s headquarters in Beijing, Cai Chuansheng, Executive General Manager of the company’s International Business Department, emphasised the group’s readiness to deepen its involvement in Malaysia through continued investments and new development projects. He highlighted the significance of the bilateral relationship, noting the close cooperation and frequent exchanges between China and Malaysia across socio-economic sectors.
“China and Malaysia are good neighbours in Asia, and we have frequent communication at all levels and regular exchanges in socio-economic development. This gives us many opportunities to cooperate,” said Cai.
Through its subsidiary, China Harbour Engineering Company Ltd (CHEC), CCCC has been active in Malaysia’s infrastructure landscape for over four decades. Cai revealed that the cumulative value of projects undertaken by CHEC in the country is approximately US$20 billion, reflecting the depth of its engagement in Malaysia’s long-term development.
Malaysia remains a key strategic partner for CCCC, which continues to view the country’s infrastructure ambitions and stable economic outlook as strong incentives for foreign investment. Cai noted that CCCC is keen to explore further opportunities to expand its footprint and bring its technical expertise to more large-scale developments within Malaysia.
CCCC ranks as the world’s fourth-largest construction firm and operates in more than 158 countries. It is globally recognised for its delivery of high-impact infrastructure projects, including the Mombasa–Nairobi Railway in Kenya, the Sukkur–Multan Highway in Pakistan, the China–Maldives Friendship Bridge, the China–Laos Railway, and Port City Colombo in Sri Lanka.
In Malaysia, the company serves as the main contractor for the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL), currently the largest Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) project in the country. Scheduled for completion in December 2026, the ECRL spans 665 kilometres, linking the east coast states to the Klang Valley. As the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractor, CCCC is responsible for the project’s design, financing support, and full execution.
CCCC has also delivered numerous landmark projects across Malaysia, including the Penang Second Bridge, the LRT Ampang Line Extension, and the MRT Sentul West Underground Station. Beyond rail and bridge infrastructure, its portfolio in Malaysia extends to marine engineering, dredging, reclamation and highway construction.
Reflecting on the company’s four-decade history in Malaysia, Cai expressed optimism for future collaborations. “The 40 years of doing business have left us with beautiful memories. Moving forward, we hope to strengthen our cooperation and undertake more projects – including major ones – in Malaysia, contributing CCCC’s professional capabilities to building an even more beautiful Malaysia,” he said.
-Bernama
