KUALA LUMPUR, June 14 -- Malaysian biomass producer Weng Yat Resources Sdn Bhd has signed a deal to build a biomass supply platform for Japan, targeting more than RM60 million in revenue annually once full scale exports begin.

The commercial shipment is expected to commence early next year.

The company signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Japan-based Daya Synergy Borneo Co Ltd (DSB) in Kuala Lumpur yesterday to strengthen biomass fuel supply chains in support of Japan's renewable energy and decarbonisation goals.

"Long-term supply agreements are targeted to be finalised by end of this year, with commercial shipments commencing in January 2027. This is following an initial trial shipment of 10,000 metric tonnes of wood pellet...