PENANG, 10 March 2026 – Industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and business representatives gathered at Digital Penang for the Power Up CEO and Networking Event, a session focused on providing valuable insights into government-backed financing opportunities and business funding strategies.
The programme brought together participants from a diverse range of industries, including Semiconductor, Manufacturing, Electrical & Electronics (E&E), Information Technology (IT), Oil & Gas Services and Equipment (OGSE), Logistics, Agrofood, and CIDB G1–G7 companies. The event aimed to strengthen awareness of financing mechanisms and government support initiatives designed to accelerate business growth and sustainability.
Throughout the session, participants gained practical knowledge through a series of expert-led sharing sessions covering key topics relevant to today’s evolving business landscape. Among the highlights were discussions on sustainable and green business financing, which explored funding opportunities available for companies looking to adopt environmentally responsible practices and invest in sustainable technologies.
Speakers also addressed working capital and project financing solutions, providing guidance on how businesses can better structure their financial strategies to support expansion and operational stability. In addition, attendees learned about opportunities to participate in government procurement programmes, including access to public sector tenders through platforms such as MyProcurement and ePerolehan.
Another key focus of the session was financial readiness, where participants were introduced to the importance of the CTOS SME Score as an indicator used by financial institutions to assess creditworthiness and funding eligibility. The programme also highlighted Export Credit Insurance and bad debt protection strategies, offering valuable insights for businesses looking to expand into international markets while managing financial risk.
Digital Penang expressed its appreciation to the participating organisations and speakers who shared their expertise during the programme, including representatives from MIDF, MegaTender, MoneySave, and CTOS SME Score. The event concluded with an engaging networking session, allowing participants to connect with fellow business leaders, exchange ideas, and explore potential collaborations within Penang’s growing business ecosystem.
Programmes such as the Power Up CEO and Networking Event reflect Digital Penang’s ongoing commitment to supporting businesses by facilitating access to knowledge, resources, and partnerships that can help drive sustainable growth and innovation.
Click here for more information about Digital Penang
The programme brought together participants from a diverse range of industries, including Semiconductor, Manufacturing, Electrical & Electronics (E&E), Information Technology (IT), Oil & Gas Services and Equipment (OGSE), Logistics, Agrofood, and CIDB G1–G7 companies. The event aimed to strengthen awareness of financing mechanisms and government support initiatives designed to accelerate business growth and sustainability.
Throughout the session, participants gained practical knowledge through a series of expert-led sharing sessions covering key topics relevant to today’s evolving business landscape. Among the highlights were discussions on sustainable and green business financing, which explored funding opportunities available for companies looking to adopt environmentally responsible practices and invest in sustainable technologies.
Speakers also addressed working capital and project financing solutions, providing guidance on how businesses can better structure their financial strategies to support expansion and operational stability. In addition, attendees learned about opportunities to participate in government procurement programmes, including access to public sector tenders through platforms such as MyProcurement and ePerolehan.
Another key focus of the session was financial readiness, where participants were introduced to the importance of the CTOS SME Score as an indicator used by financial institutions to assess creditworthiness and funding eligibility. The programme also highlighted Export Credit Insurance and bad debt protection strategies, offering valuable insights for businesses looking to expand into international markets while managing financial risk.
Digital Penang expressed its appreciation to the participating organisations and speakers who shared their expertise during the programme, including representatives from MIDF, MegaTender, MoneySave, and CTOS SME Score. The event concluded with an engaging networking session, allowing participants to connect with fellow business leaders, exchange ideas, and explore potential collaborations within Penang’s growing business ecosystem.
Programmes such as the Power Up CEO and Networking Event reflect Digital Penang’s ongoing commitment to supporting businesses by facilitating access to knowledge, resources, and partnerships that can help drive sustainable growth and innovation.
Click here for more information about Digital Penang