Vale in Malaysia
In Malaysia, Vale operates the Teluk Rubiah Maritime Terminal (TRMT). The terminal, in Perak, Malaysia, is a strategic logistics and distribution hub that connects Vale’s iron ore operations in Brazil to customers across Asia.
Operational since 2014, the USD 1.4 billion facility remains the single largest foreign direct investment (FDI) in the state of Perak. The terminal serves as an important gateway supporting more efficient, reliable and flexible iron ore supply across the Asia-Pacific region, contributing to lower transportation-related greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions through more efficient shipping and regional distribution capabilities.
Where are we?
Vale’s operational presence in Malaysia is centred at the Teluk Rubiah Maritime Terminal (TRMT), located in Manjung, Perak, along the Strait of Malacca.
In addition to operations in Perak, Vale maintains a corporate presence in Kuala Lumpur through Vale International S.A. Malaysia (VIMB), which supports regional functions including corporate management, commercial coordination, finance and enabling services across the Asia-Pacific region.
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What does Vale do in Malaysia?
Vale Malaysia operates one of the company’s key iron ore distribution and logistics hubs serving Asia. At TRMT, iron ore shipped from Brazil is received, stored, blended and redistributed to customers across the region.
The terminal is equipped with a deep-water berth capable of receiving Valemax vessels, among the world’s largest and most efficient bulk carriers. By leveraging larger vessel capacity and regional distribution, Vale improves logistics efficiency and supports lower transportation-related emissions.
Together, these capabilities strengthen supply reliability, operational efficiency and customer responsiveness, supporting Vale’s broader ambition to improve life and transform the future through more sustainable mining and logistics solutions.
Beyond operations
Since establishing operations in Teluk Rubiah, Perak in 2014, Vale has remained committed to creating long-term shared value for local communities through meaningful social investment and sustainable development initiatives.
Through close collaboration with local institutions and stakeholders, Vale has supported community-focused programmes across education, community empowerment, heritage and placemaking, and environmental conservation.
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Key initiatives include urban rejuvenation efforts in Beruas and Manjung Lama to strengthen local identity and liveability, as well as the Teluk Rubiah Scholarship Programme (TRSP), which develops high-potential local talent and expands access to quality education opportunities.
To date, Vale has invested more than USD 18 million (approximately MYR 80 million) in Malaysia across community development, education and biodiversity initiatives. As part of its environmental stewardship commitments, Vale has dedicated approximately 60% of its operational land footprint in Teluk Rubiah as a protected green area and conservation buffer, supporting the preservation of local ecosystems and biodiversity in the surrounding coastal environment.
The Vale Eco Centre (VEC) serves as Vale’s flagship environmental education and conservation space in Malaysia. Since opening its doors, the centre has welcomed more than 20,000 visitors, supporting awareness, education and appreciation of local biodiversity. Future enhancement plans aim to further strengthen VEC’s position as a destination for environmental learning and sustainable ecotourism in Perak.
Frequently asked questions
The Teluk Rubiah Maritime Terminal (TRMT) is Vale’s strategic iron ore distribution hub in the Asia-Pacific region. It connects Vale’s operations in Brazil with customers across Asia, improving supply chain efficiency and responsiveness.
By enabling regional stockholding and ore blending capabilities tailored to customer requirements, TRMT helps reduce delivery lead times to Asian markets by approximately 35 days while supporting more efficient logistics and lower transportation-related emissions.
Vale’s terminal is located in Teluk Rubiah, Manjung, Perak, along the strategically important Strait of Malacca.
The terminal has an operational handling capacity of approximately 35 million tonnes of iron ore per year and is designed to accommodate Valemax vessels—among the largest and most efficient bulk carriers in the world. The facility plays an important role in strengthening supply reliability and supporting steel customers across Asia.
The Vale Eco Centre (VEC) is Vale’s environmental education and conservation center located in Perak, Malaysia.
Designed to promote environmental awareness and appreciation for biodiversity, the VEC supports conservation efforts while providing educational and community engagement opportunities. Since its opening, the center has welcomed more than 20,000 visitors and continues to evolve as part of Vale’s broader sustainability and community engagement strategy.
Vale prioritizes local employment and capability building.
Today, more than 90% of TRMT employees are Malaysians, many of whom live in Manjung and neighboring communities. Beyond direct employment, Vale contributes to local economic development through supplier engagement, talent development programs, and initiatives that strengthen workforce readiness and long-term employability.
Since beginning operations in Malaysia, Vale has invested more than US$18 million in community development and environmental initiatives.
Through its Community Development Plan (CDP), Vale supports programs focused on:
- Education and talent development
- Community empowerment and livelihood enhancement
- Biodiversity conservation and environmental awareness
- Heritage preservation and urban revitalization
Key initiatives include the Teluk Rubiah Scholarship Programme (TRSP), community placemaking projects, and environmental education programs delivered through the Vale Eco Centre.
TRMT operates an integrated logistics system designed for efficient iron ore handling and distribution.
The terminal includes:
- An import berth equipped with high-capacity unloaders for receiving iron ore from Valemax vessels
- A stockyard with approximately 3.2 million tonnes of storage capacity
- An export berth and ship-loading system that enables distribution to regional vessels serving customers across Asia
This infrastructure allows Vale to optimize logistics performance while maintaining product flexibility and operational reliability.
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