Shell LiveWire and TEGAS Honour Five Sarawakian Enterprises
Kuching − Five Sarawak-based enterprises emerged as state winners in the Shell LiveWire Malaysia 2025 Sarawak challenge, during the state finals held today at the TEGAS Digital Village in Kuching. The event was officiated by YB Datuk Haji Len Talif Salleh, Sarawak Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment and Chairman of TEGAS. Accompanying him was Haji Udin Bin Bujang, CEO of TEGAS.
This year’s five winners are Desa Inspirasi Resources, Earthlings Coffee Workshop Sdn Bhd, Lariss Quna Enterprise, Lettuboost and Maxeon Technologies Sdn Bhd. These five outstanding enterprises were selected from over 60 participants who took part in this year’s Sarawak edition of the programme. All participants underwent an intensive bootcamp, after which 10 finalists advanced to the final pitching round. During the finals, entrepreneurs presented their business ideas and demonstrated their dedication through well-developed business plans. The top five were then chosen based on the strength and potential of their pitches.
“We at TEGAS are proud to partner with Shell Malaysia for the Shell LiveWire programme, a collaboration that underscores our commitment to nurturing local start-ups and social enterprises,” said YB Datuk Haji Len Talif Salleh, Sarawak Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment and Chairman of TEGAS. “This initiative highlights the vital role of entrepreneurship in driving economic development, generating employment, and fostering resilient communities.”
The five victorious enterprises were awarded a startup fund of RM10,000.00 by Shell, and an additional RM5,000.00 from TEGAS. In addition, they will receive a year of business coaching to refine their business plans and transform them into successful ventures. They will also gain access to TEGAS's resources and opportunities. Furthermore, the winners will have the opportunity to connect with the global LiveWire network, sharing their insights with entrepreneurs worldwide and potentially participating in the annual Shell Global Top Ten Innovators Awards.
“Shell LiveWire is a meaningful platform that empowers aspiring entrepreneurs to turn their ideas into impactful ventures,” said Choong Yen Li, General Manager of Sarawak Gas, Shell Malaysia Upstream. “Through this initiative, individuals not only gain the opportunity to build their own businesses but also contribute towards job creation and community development. I strongly encourage our entrepreneurs to take part in this programme, which offers essential knowledge, skills, networks, and resources to bring their visions to life.”
The judges for Shell LiveWire Malaysia 2025 Sarawak state finals were Afida Zaidi, Manager, Tabung Ekonomi Gagasan Anak Sarawak (TEGAS); Ronnie Teo, Executive Editor, Business, Borneo Post, President of the Kuching Division Journalists Association and President of the Federation of Sarawak Journalists Association and Dr. Alex Pega Mahda, Senior Manager – Mobility Sales and Operations, Shell Malaysia.
Shell LiveWire is the flagship enterprise development programme of Shell. The programme strengthens local economies across the globe by promoting entrepreneurship and developing entrepreneurs. This programme, which kick started in Sabah in 2015, in Sarawak in 2016, and in Peninsular Malaysia in 2022, aims to inspire young entrepreneurs to innovate and produce real business solutions that meet today’s socio-economic needs.
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Shell LiveWire Malaysia 2025 Sarawak state winners’ details
| Founders | Enterprise | Description |
|---|---|---|
Januarius Bin Tomek Petrus Emmanuel Tran Bin Pulusagi |
Desa Inspirasi Resources | This agritech venture modernizes the farming of Sarawak’s iconic sago worms using biosecure, climate-controlled systems, scaling a nutritious, high-protein delicacy into a sustainable alternative protein source for health-conscious and future-forward markets. |
Kenny Lee Wee Ting Kwok Rave Sun |
Earthlings Coffee Workshop Sdn Bhd | Earthlings Coffee pioneers Sarawak’s specialty coffee movement, ethically sourcing unique Liberica beans from local farmers to deliver expertly crafted, diverse brews, grounded in social responsibility and a passion for quality and community. |
Dr Siti Mardinah binti Abdul Hamid Nazreel Shafiqee Bin Naz Ismadiee |
Lariss Quna Enterprise | Lariss Quna Enterprise pioneered Malaysia’s first Instant Linut, launched in 2021 to modernize this traditional Sarawak delicacy, offering quick, convenient access while preserving authentic heritage flavors for wider audiences. |
Mohammad Zulhilmi Bin Abang Mohammad Reduan Pavithran Julieus A/L Sudhave |
Lettuboost | Lettuboost is a sustainable agri-tech initiative that transforms invasive water lettuce into selenium-enriched fish feed. This solution empowers small-scale farmers by reducing feed costs, enhancing fish growth, and supporting food security through eco-friendly, locally sourced innovation. |
Maximilian Richard Tai Derek Lee |
Maxeon Technologies Sdn Bhd | Maxeon Technologies transforms large-scale area precision mapping and surveying through Artificial Intelligence (AI) advanced technology and aerial drone in centimeter-level accuracy with AI powered analysis at a fraction cost of Gold Standard Airborne LiDAR. |
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