
Founded in 1986
The founding members of SAMENTA were mainly SMEs that made up the supply chain of Malaysia’s vibrant semiconductor industry.
Since then, whilst our membership has diversified, we have stayed true to our roots, with members mainly from the engineering, industrial and manufacturing sectors.
Our Members by Sectors
43%
Metalworking, machinery, tools & other engineering and industrial sectors.
30%
Packaging, processing & other manufacturing sectors.
24%
Services.
Involved in
over 100
trade programmes globally.
International
SAMENTA has organised and participated in over 100 trade missions, trade fairs, business matching and other trade programmes around the world, working with government bodies, trade promotion organisations and other like-minded NGOs.
Key Milestones Since 1986
SAMENTA has been steadily bringing members to global standards by
- exploring new export markets,
- creating business opportunities,
- widening network,
- recognising excellence, and establishing partnerships for technical cooperation.
-
2002
Trade Programmes
Launch of trade programme by organising and participating in international trade missions, trade fairs and business matching activities.
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2004
SME Business Directory
Launch of annual business directory for easier and updated access to Malaysian SMEs and official statistics.
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2008
SME100 Awards
Launch of annual awards recognising top 100 fast growing SMEs each year.
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2012
Central Region
Launch of Central Region branch.
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2014
Southern Region
Launch of Southern Region branch.
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2018
Advisory Services
Formed advisory, financial and business insight services.
News & Articles


Statistics
7.2% Growth
Malaysia’s SMEs GDP recorded a strong growth at 7.2% which exceeded Malaysia’s GDP (5.9%) in 2017.
17.3% Export Share
The share of SMEs exports to total national exports registered 17.3% in 2017.

Join us today.
Any firm, organisation, enterprise or corporation, within the definition of SME and registered in Malaysia, may apply to become Ordinary Member by paying an entrance fee and the subscription fee. Lifetime Membership is only by invitation.
RM100
entrance fee.
RM600
for 5 years.
How can we help you?
If you have an enquiry or would simply like to find out more about us, kindly contact us.