12–14 June 2023 | Persada Johor International Convention Centre, Johor Bahru
MSC Cyberport is proud to have served as one of the official event partners for the Johor Smart City Forum (JSCF) 2023, held from 12th to 14th June 2023 at Persada Johor. This milestone event, organized by PLANMalaysia@Johor in collaboration with the Johor State Government and local authorities, marked the first-ever national-level smart city forum hosted in the state.
As a technology ecosystem enabler, MSC Cyberport’s involvement underscores our continued commitment to driving innovation, digital transformation, and smart governance across Johor and Malaysia. The forum was a vital platform aligned with the state’s Smart Johor 2030 vision—an ambitious initiative to transform Johor into a smart, sustainable, and people-centric state by the end of the decade.
High-Level Launch with Royal Endorsement
The opening ceremony on 12 June 2023 was officiated by Her Highness Tunku Tun Aminah binti Sultan Ibrahim, who also presented the PBT Digitalization Appreciation by MSC Cyberport to all 16 Johor local authorities (PBTs). This was followed by the unveiling of the Blueprint Bandar Pintar Negeri Johor 2030, a strategic roadmap for the digital transformation of urban governance in the state.
Distinguished guests included:
– YAB Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, Menteri Besar Johor
– Tan Sri Dato’ Dr. Azmi Rohani, State Secretary
– Dato’ Mohd Jafni Md Shukor, Chairman of the Johor Housing and Local Government Committee
Engaging Discussions & Technology Showcases
The three-day event featured a dynamic agenda, including:
– Keynote speeches and panel discussions
– Urban dialogues and roundtables
– Side events and exhibitions
– Tech Talk sessions
On 13 June 2023, MSC Cyberport hosted a successful Tech Talk session in Room 306 of Persada Johor. Industry experts shared invaluable insights into emerging technologies, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation strategies, specifically tailored to help companies embrace smart technologies in daily operations.
Strategic Collaboration for a Smart Future
MSC Cyberport extends its heartfelt appreciation to PLANMalaysia@Johor for the opportunity to co-drive this landmark initiative. We also thank our esteemed strategic partners:
– MyDigital Corporation
– Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC)
– iOmniscient
– Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
– Vectolab
– Flexi Parking
Their support was instrumental in making Johor Smart City Forum 2023 a resounding success.
Shared Vision for Smart Malaysia
As Malaysia pushes forward on its digitalization journey, the need for smart, data-driven, and citizen-centric urban solutions has never been greater. MSC Cyberport is honored to be a catalyst in this movement, bridging public and private sectors to build smarter cities that enhance livability, economic growth, and environmental sustainability.
We look forward to future collaborations that empower local councils, industries, and communities to embrace a smarter, more connected Malaysia.
