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The services sector continues to lead growth among SMEs. At the recently held Golden Bull Award 2024, 65.3 percent of all the winners were from the services sector, including retail and wholesale, professional and business services, IT, and education. 

The manufacturing sector accounted for 23.9 percent of the winners, with the construction and agriculture sectors rounding up the rest of the winners at 9.4 percent and 1.4 percent respectively.

This is in-line with the 2023 MSME Performance Report issued by the Department of Statistics Malaysia, where the services sector led the growth among SMEs, with a 6.5 percent jump in sectoral GDP versus five percent growth for all SMEs. 

The Golden Bull Award is organised by Business Media International in partnership with the Small and Medium Enterprises Association of Malaysia (SAMENTA), and has been held annually since 2002. 

Minister of economy, Rafizi Ramli presented the awards to the winning SMEs of various sizes and from every state across the country. In his officiating address, the minister emphasised the importance of SMEs to the country, and encouraged the SMEs to focus on internationalisation and growth in productivity. 

The 2024 program saw a significant increase in participation, with 2,662 nominations received, marking a 15% rise from the previous year. This surge reflects the growing recognition of the crucial role SMEs play in Malaysia’s economy, contributing 39.1% to the nation’s GDP in 2023.

“This year’s Golden Bull Award has truly been a remarkable showcase of the strength and potential of our SMEs. The increased participation and high calibre of nominations reflect the unwavering entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to excellence among our business community.

“It is heartening to see such robust support from the government, which aligns with our vision at SAMENTA to empower SMEs to reach greater heights,” said organising chairman Datuk William Ng.

Ng, who is also the national president of SAMENTA added, “We are proud to celebrate the achievements of these outstanding businesses and look forward to their continued contribution to Malaysia’s economic success. Together, we are paving the way for a brighter and more prosperous future.”

The Golden Bull Award is divided into three categories: Emerging SMEs, Outstanding SMEs, and the prestigious Super Golden Bull Award. These categories are designed to accommodate businesses based on their annual revenue, ensuring a fair and comprehensive assessment process tailored to recognize the achievements of SMEs at different stages of growth.

The Distinguished Bull Awards was added as a new category to recognise returning Golden Bull Award winners who have made considerable progress or grown their market presence since their previous triumph. 12 deserving SMEs were recognised for their sustained growth and success.

Baker Tilly Malaysia served as the official auditor for the Golden Bull Award, ensuring transparency and integrity throughout the process. Meanwhile, CTOS Data Systems Sdn Bhd provided independent data as the official credit reporting agency. 

Established in 2003, the Golden Bull Award is the oldest business recognition program for SMEs in the region, spanning four key markets: mainland China, Malaysia, Singapore, and Taiwan. It has become a premier platform for celebrating business excellence across these diverse markets.

For more information about the Golden Bull Award Malaysia 2024 and a complete list of winners, please visit https://goldenbullaward.asia/

LIST OF WINNERS OF THE GOLDEN BULL AWARD 2024 IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER

SUPER GOLDEN BULL CATEGORY 

  1. Berjayapak Sdn Bhd
  2. Eastern Fishing Tackle (M) Sdn Bhd
  3. Eastern Suntech Engineering & Construction Sdn Bhd
  4. Fitline (M) Sdn Bhd 
  5. Green Island Feed Mills Sdn Bhd
  6. Intergreen Metals Sdn Bhd 
  7. Perbena Emas Sdn Bhd
  8. Percetakan Tenaga Sdn Bhd
  9. Steel Recon Industries Sdn Bhd 
  10. Teamplete Sdn Bhd
  11. Wagro Trading Sdn Bhd 
  12. Wiki Labs Sdn Bhd

OUTSTANDING SMES CATEGORY 

  1. Agensi Pekerjaan Best Choice Solutions Sdn Bhd
  2. Agensi Pekerjaan GCR Sdn Bhd
  3. Agensi Pekerjaan MCS Sdn Bhd
  4. Alientech Asia Malaysia Sdn Bhd
  5. Alpha Solar Sdn Bhd
  6. An Ju Global Sdn Bhd
  7. AP Merin Services Sdn Bhd
  8. Benwoods Industry Sdn Bhd
  9. Bestmas (M) Sdn Bhd
  10. BOSS Solutions Global Sdn Bhd
  11. BREGO Life Sciences Sdn Bhd
  12. CCIE Engineering (M) Sdn Bhd
  13. CVS Medical Sdn Bhd 
  14. DN Cleaning & Services (M) Sdn Bhd
  15. Eastway Express Line Sdn Bhd
  16. Eco Interior Supplies Sdn Bhd
  17. EI Power Technologies Sdn Bhd
  18. Ekaire Marketing Sdn Bhd
  19. Engenious Solutions Sdn Bhd
  20. Focus Chemical Sdn Bhd
  21. Hin Press Sdn Bhd
  22. Hitch On Sdn Bhd
  23. Hitec Metal Sdn Bhd
  24. Hock Cheong Transport Co. (1974) Sdn Bhd
  25. Idealbuild Engineering Sdn Bhd
  26. Ideas Shoes Sdn Bhd
  27. In Grid Design Sdn Bhd
  28. Inazume Sef Sdn Bhd
  29. Infab Classic Industries Sdn Bhd 
  30. Ink Marketing Sdn Bhd
  31. Intelligent Advisory Sdn Bhd
  32. IPC Industries Sdn Bhd
  33. Jia Quan (M) Sdn Bhd
  34. JR Engineering And Medical Technologies (M) Sdn Bhd 
  35. JVG Bina Sdn Bhd
  36. Kaolin (M) Sdn Bhd
  37. Kms Manufactory Sdn Bhd
  38. Kredence Creative Solutions Sdn Bhd
  39. Ktl Electrical Engineering Sdn Bhd
  40. Lee Heng High Precision Engineering Sdn Bhd
  41. Light Up 7 Sdn Bhd
  42. Lin Meng Sdn Bhd
  43. Magical Logistics (M) Sdn Bhd
  44. Major Engineering Sdn Bhd
  45. Mandrill Tech Sdn Bhd
  46. Milieu Solar Sdn Bhd 
  47. Mk Porridge Sdn Bhd
  48. Mt Food Ingredients Sdn Bhd
  49. Murni Machinery Sdn Bhd
  50. Mykey Global Sdn Bhd
  51. Nexus Wise Sdn Bhd
  52. Octowill Trustees Berhad
  53. P & A Prospect Sdn Bhd
  54. Pan Elite Resources Sdn Bhd
  55. Ping Edge Sdn Bhd
  56. Plus Studio & Marketing Communication Sdn Bhd 
  57. Posh Northern Sdn Bhd
  58. Rack Master Industries Sdn Bhd
  59. Realux Sdn Bhd
  60. Red Rhino Security Door (M) Sdn Bhd
  61. Roda Land Sdn Bhd 
  62. Rymnet Solutions Sdn Bhd
  63. Sentai Kitchenware Sdn Bhd 
  64. Sinsheng Tat Trading Sdn Bhd 
  65. Song Song Frozen Food Sdn Bhd
  66. SPCL Systems Sdn Bhd
  67. STI Fire Safety Sdn Bhd 
  68. Tacoplast Industries Sdn Bhd
  69. TenQ Group Sdn Bhd
  70. Tech-Latex Scientific Sdn Bhd
  71. Tkc Fruits & Vegetables Sdn Bhd
  72. Union Profit Cosmetic Manufacturing Sdn Bhd
  73. Unique Travel & Convention Sdn Bhd
  74. VMG Interior Fit Out Sdn Bhd
  75. Weng Seng Fresh Sdn Bhd
  76. Worldlink Cargo Services Sdn Bhd
  77. Sam Properties Realty Sdn Bhd

EMERGING SMES CATEGORY

  1. 3 Day’s Furniture Sdn Bhd
  2. AG Statue Maker & Silverware Sdn Bhd
  3. Aman O2O Sdn Bhd
  4. Amelisa Pet & Co 
  5. Anton & Chen, Advocates & Solicitors
  6. Ascons Real Estate Sdn Bhd 
  7. Auntie Michelle Resources (M) Sdn Bhd
  8. Axevents Sdn Bhd
  9. Axrail Sdn Bhd 
  10. Biv Multimedia Sdn Bhd
  11. Chevin Sdn Bhd 
  12. Collaborative Excellence Sdn Bhd
  13. Corvus Techub Sdn Bhd
  14. Current Energy (M) Sdn Bhd
  15. Endless Momentum Motor Sport Sdn Bhd
  16. Esente Advisory Sdn Bhd
  17. Finex Capital Holding Sdn Bhd
  18. Global Link Plus Properties Sdn Bhd
  19. Hui Brother Restaurant (M) Sdn Bhd
  20. Imagine Ai Sdn Bhd 
  21. Infinite Renco Sdn Bhd
  22. ITAC Skills Academy Sdn Bhd
  23. Kirin Industry Sdn Bhd
  24. Koa Production 
  25. Maze Global Sdn Bhd
  26. Nam Heong Restaurant Holdings Sdn Bhd
  27. Ody Infinite Holdings Sdn Bhd
  28. P & A Transport & Services Sdn Bhd
  29. Prop Wealth Sdn Bhd
  30. Qiye Technology Sdn Bhd
  31. Sky Mirror World Tour Sdn Bhd (GoMyHire)
  32. The Bomb Battle Sdn Bhd
  33. Traderpreneur Xcellence Sdn Bhd 
  34. U Plus Realty Sdn Bhd
  35. VBH Group Sdn Bhd
  36. Vvinners Technology Sdn Bhd
  37. Wito Technology Sdn Bhd

DISTINGUISHED BULL AWARDS

  1. Always Marketing (M) Sdn Bhd 
  2. Aqurate Ingredients Intl (M) Sdn Bhd
  3. Ezytronic Sdn Bhd
  4. International Footwear (Penang) Sdn Bhd
  5. Kanika (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd
  6. Khean Seng Engineering Sdn Bhd
  7. Pilot Construction Sdn Bhd
  8. Seng Kong Shutter Industries Sdn Bhd
  9. Shin-Yo Engineering Sdn Bhd
  10. Sinoflex Logistics Sdn Bhd
  11. The Olive Tree Group
  12. UIS Technologies Sdn Bhd

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION AWARDS 

  1. AG Statue Maker & Silverware Sdn Bhd
  2. Alpha Solar Sdn Bhd
  3. Always Marketing (M) Sdn Bhd 
  4. BIV Multimedia Sdn Bhd
  5. BOSS Solutions Global Sdn Bhd
  6. Engenious Solutions Sdn Bhd
  7. Green Island Feed Mills Sdn Bhd
  8. IPC Industries Sdn Bhd
  9. Kredence Creative Solutions Sdn Bhd
  10. Maze Global Sdn Bhd
  11. Pan Elite Resources Sdn Bhd
  12. Percetakan Tenaga Sdn Bhd
  13. Sentai Kitchenware Sdn Bhd 
  14. Teamplete Sdn Bhd
  15. Wiki Labs Sdn Bhd

Source: https://sme.asia/services-sector-lead-growth-among-smes/