PETALING JAYA: Boustead Heavy Industries Corporation Bhd (BHIC) has strengthened its position in the defence sector through the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with CNIM Systèmes Industriels to collaborate on the supply and delivery of motorised floating bridges to the government, particularly the Malaysian Armed Forces and other government agencies.
The MoU establishes a framework for both parties to jointly explore and deliver advanced bridging systems designed to enhance the mobility, flexibility, and operational efficiency of the Armed Forces in field and tactical environments.
The collaboration marks a strategic step towards advancing Malaysia’s defence infrastructure and promoting industrial self-reliance through local partnerships.
BHIC CEO Feroz Razi Ramli said the partnership with CNIM Systèmes Industriels marks a new chapter for the company, reinforcing its role as a key industrial enabler in Malaysia’s defence ecosystem.
“It reflects our commitment to national capability development, technology transfer, and long-term regional cooperation. Together, we aim to create sustainable value, strengthen our service offerings and support the government’s agenda for a self-reliant defence infrastructure,” he said in a statement.
CNIM Systèmes Industriels is a French equipment manufacturer and industrial contractor, specialising in advanced bridging and mobility systems, and the original equipment manufacturer of the Pont Flottant Motorise Tactical Bridge System, a proven and fielded tactical bridging solution in service with several armed forces worldwide. Further, the partnership aligns with BHIC’s strategic direction to optimise its business portfolio, deepen its technical competencies, and enhance shareholder value while supporting Malaysia’s broader national defence objectives.
Boustead Holdings Bhd group managing director Datuk Indera Dr Ahmad Sabirin Arshad said the collaboration exemplifies how Boustead and its subsidiaries are driving Malaysia’s defence modernisation through strategic partnerships and industrial integration.
“By strengthening BHIC’s capabilities and leveraging technology-driven solutions, we are reinforcing our commitment to support the Ministry of Defence’s long-term goal of building a robust and self-sustaining defence industry.
“This reflects Boustead’s broader transformation journey towards delivering sustainable value to LTAT, the Armed Forces, and the nation.”
Through the initiative, BHIC continues to demonstrate its readiness to contribute to Malaysia’s defence modernisation, while fostering innovation and local industry participation in line with national aspirations for technological advancement and economic resilience.
