Invest in SG4
One Platform.
Zero Saturation.
While the west coast faces land scarcity and rising costs, SG4 offers RM133.4B of combined GDP, 38,000+ sq km of strategic land, and a unified gateway to ASEAN's fastest-growing markets.
RM209.3B
Approved investment 2021–2025
3.8M
Working-age population
33,483
Acres of designated industrial land
RM133.4B
Combined GDP, 2025
Investment: MIDA Investment Performance Reports 2021–2025, approved investment, all economic sectors. GDP and workforce: Department of Statistics Malaysia.
Why Invest Here
Eight strategic advantages that make SG4 the next growth frontier — starting with the track record.
Proven Investment Track Record
RM209.3 billion in approved investment across the four states between 2021 and 2025 — 8.7% of Malaysia's national total, against a 7.7% share of national GDP.
Attractive Incentives
All four states are MIDA-designated Less Developed States, the tier carrying Malaysia's most generous package — up to 100% tax exemption for 10 years, investment tax allowances, and customised incentives via NCER and ECER.
Talented Workforce
3.8 million working-age people aged 15–64, with 53% of the region under 30, supported by universities and technical institutions producing skilled graduates.
Lower Cost of Doing Business
Significantly lower land, labour, and operational costs compared to saturated west coast corridors, maximising ROI for new ventures.
Political Stability
Backed by the united mandate of four state governments under the SG4 framework, providing policy certainty and long-term governance alignment.
Good Infrastructure
The ECRL (2027), 2 deep-water ports (Kemaman & Tok Bali), 4 airports, and major highway networks connecting to Thailand and KL.
Oil & Gas Origin of Peninsular Malaysia
Terengganu's Kerteh and Kemaman are anchored by PETRONAS, the birthplace of Peninsular Malaysia's hydrocarbon industry with established downstream infrastructure.
Strategic Shipping Route
Kemaman Port, Malaysia's deepest natural water depth port with 648m quay length and 18m draught, positioned on the South China Sea shipping corridor.
Malaysia's most generous incentive tier — across all four states
Kedah, Kelantan, Terengganu and Perlis are all designated Less Developed States by MIDA. The designation applies equally across the bloc, so a project can be sited in any of the four on the same terms. Kedah ranked 5th among all Malaysian states for approved investment in 2025.
How the four states coordinate- RM66.0B
- Approved across the group, 2025
- 15.5%
- Of national investment
- 941
- Projects
- 23,617
- Jobs projected
SG4 States Potential
Ten high-growth sectors across the SG4 region, from critical minerals to Islamic fintech.
These opportunities sit within the region's five strategic clusters, the structure through which the four state governments coordinate their joint agenda.
Critical Minerals
Rare earth elements (REE) potential across Terengganu, Kedah and Kelantan.
Rich in Natural Resources
Oil, gas, timber, minerals, and vast agricultural land.
Agriculture & Food Security
Rice bowl of Malaysia (Kedah), fisheries (Tok Bali), and premium superfruits (Perlis).
Green Technology Hub
Solar, hydro-floating solar, and green manufacturing across the region.
Carbon Trading Opportunities
Vast forest reserves and carbon sink potential for emerging carbon markets.
Tourism & Trade Hub
Langkawi, Terengganu islands, cross-border Thai trade, and cultural tourism.
Gems of Eco-Tourism
Pristine rainforests, marine parks, and UNESCO-grade natural heritage.
Investment Friendly Zone
Streamlined approvals, one-stop centres, and unified SG4 coordination.
Global Halal Potential & Islamic Fintech
Halal-certified industrial parks and Islamic finance infrastructure.
Integrated Education Landscape
Universities and technical training institutions producing industry-ready talent.
Flagship Investment Zones
Twelve designated industrial parks and development zones, ready for siting across the four states.
33,483
Total acres · ~136 sq km
Kedah
16,248 acKulim Hi-Tech Park
4,510 acres
Kedah Science & Technology Park
1,938 acres
Kedah Aerotropolis
9,800 acres
Terengganu
5,155 acKerteh Biopolymers Park
439 acres
Teluk Kalong Industrial Estate
4,463 acres
Gong Medang Industrial Estate
253 acres
Kelantan
2,308 acTunjong New Township
2,000 acres
Tok Bali Industrial Park
200 acres
Pasir Mas Halal Park
108 acres
Perlis
9,772 acChuping Valley Industrial Area
3,000 acres
Perlis Inland Port
300 acres
Kangar Development
6,472 acres
Next step
Talk to the SG4 Secretariat
One point of contact for all four states. Tell us what you are looking to build and we will route you to the right state agency and incentive pathway.
- A single enquiry reaches all four state investment agencies
- Guidance on NCER and ECER incentive eligibility
- Site shortlisting across 12 designated industrial zones
- The full investment prospectus, sent on request
Register Interest
We aim to respond to every enquiry from a qualified investor.