Five Years of Brilliance: SHIPBA 2026 Celebrates Corporate Value and Business Leadership

A Grand Gathering of Malaysia’s Corporate Elite

The 5th ShangHai International Prestige Business Awards (SHIPBA 2026), hosted by ShangHai, took center stage at the EQ Hotel in Kuala Lumpur on June 25, 2026. As one of Malaysia's most influential corporate brand accolades, this year's gala brought together public listed companies, high-growth enterprises, industry titans, and government dignitaries. The prestigious event celebrated outstanding achievements in brand building, corporate governance, innovative development, and business leadership, highlighting the rising international competitiveness of Malaysian businesses.

Grounded in Excellence: The Power of the "Earth" Element

Rooted in the traditional Chinese Five Elements philosophy, SHIPBA crafts its trophies from Gold, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth to represent the core pillars of corporate spirit. Following the themes of previous years, the 2026 awards adopted "Earth" as its central theme, symbolizing a company's solid foundation, integrity, robust risk management, and commitment to sustainability. This milestone 5th edition honored a diverse group of outstanding enterprises spanning manufacturing, technology, digital media, financial services, real estate, retail, and professional services.

Triumphs and Legends: Top Honors and the Five-Element Achievement

The night’s highest accolade, the "Supreme Prestige Enterprise Award," was presented to Hextar Global Berhad for its long-term corporate value and industry leadership. Its founder, Datuk Ong Soon Ho, was also honored with the "Business Leader of the Year" special individual award. In a historic milestone, V Segar Mart Sdn Bhd and Big Onion Food Caterer Sdn Bhd became the first two companies to complete the ultimate five-element collection, having won awards across all five editions—showcasing their enduring resilience and steady corporate growth.

Elevating Malaysia's Business Ecosystem to New Heights

SBS Nexus Berhad Managing Director and CEO, Wong Chun Mun, emphasized that SHIPBA not only celebrates corporate success but also serves as a strategic platform for businesses to showcase their large-scale event execution capabilities to prospective clients. Echoing this vision, MATRADE CEO Datuk Abu Bakar Yusof and Cheras MP Tan Kok Wai praised the awards for driving international competitiveness, fostering innovation, and creating vital economic value and employment opportunities for the nation.

Charting the Future: Nominations Open for SHIPBA 2027

The presence of numerous prominent public listed companies—including Autocount Dot Com Berhad, Catcha Digital Berhad, and Focus Point Holdings Berhad—underscores the professional credibility and prestige of SHIPBA as a benchmark for market competitiveness. Looking ahead, SHIPBA remains committed to propelling Malaysian brands onto the global stage as nominations are open for SHIPBA 2027.