CoSIF - MSME and MTC Roadmap | Securities Commission Malaysia

About the NIMP CoSIF

The New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP 2030) Strategic Co-Investment Fund (NIMP CoSIF) is a government co-investment fund that aims to support the missions of the NIMP 2030, in achieving Malaysia’s industrial objectives.

The NIMP CoSIF is also aligned with the aspirations of the Securities Commission Malaysia’s 'Catalysing MSME and MTC Access to the Capital Market: 5-Year Roadmap (2024-2028)'. It supports small, and medium enterprises (SMEs) and mid-tier companies (MTCs) by facilitating fundraising through Equity Crowdfunding (ECF) and Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Financing platforms. This initiative represents a whole-of-nation approach aimed at enhancing SMEs and MTCs access to financing, strengthening the foundation of Malaysia’s economic growth.

Objectives

Support strategic and high-impact missions to advance the Malaysian manufacturing sector, as outlined in the NIMP 2030

Reduce the risk profile for investors and increase attractiveness of projects to fundraise in the capital market

Spur the growth of SMEs and MTCs by facilitating access to capital market financing

How does the NIMP CoSIF Work?

For eligible campaigns on ECF and P2P platforms, the NIMP CoSIF will co-invest in your business alongside private investors at a pre-determined ratio, which depends on the sector in which your business operates. The ratios are as per the table below.

SECTOR/SCHEME	INDUSTRY/INVESTMENT CRITERIA	CO-INVESTMENT AMOUNT
General Schemes
Priority Sectors	Aerospace Chemical Electrical & Electronics Pharmaceutical Medical Devices	Co-investment ratio of 1:1 RM20 million maximum for each campaign Concessionary rate of 2.5% for P2P financing
Other Sectors	Digital and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Automotive Food Processing Global Services and Professional Services Halal Machinery and Equipment (M&E) Manufacturing Related Services (MRS) Metal Mineral Palm Oil-based Products Petroleum Products and Petrochemicals Rail Rubber-based Products Shipbuilding and Ship Repair (SBSR) Textile, Apparel and Footwear Wood, Paper and Furniture	Co-investment ratio of 1:2 RM10 million maximum for each campaign Concessionary rate of 2.5% for P2P financing HOWEVER Effective 8 July 2026 to 31 December 2027, a more favourable co-investment ratio will apply to eligible campaigns, as follows: Co-investment ratio of 1:1 RM10 million maximum for each campaign Concessionary rate of 2.5% for P2P financing
New Growth Sectors	Advanced Materials Electric Vehicles (EV) Renewable Energy Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS)	Co-investment ratio of 1:1 RM20 million maximum for each campaign Concessionary rate of 2.5% for P2P financing
Special Schemes
JS-SEZ NIMP CoSIF Scheme	SMEs and MTCs operating in the Johor Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) in sectors aligned to NIMP 2030 sectors.	Priority Sectors & New Growth Areas 1:1 co-investment ratio Maximum co-investment amount of RM20 million Concessionary rate of 2.5% for P2P financing Other Sectors 1:1 co-investment ratio Maximum co-investment amount of RM10 million Concessionary rate of 2.5% for P2P financing
MyABE NIMP CoSIF Scheme	SMEs and MTCs identified and obtained MyABE Status under the Malaysian-ASEAN Business Entity (MyABE) program	Regardless of NIMP Sectors 1:1 co-investment ratio Maximum co-investment amount of RM20 million Concessionary rate of 2.5% for P2P financing
Semiconductor Scheme	For eligible companies operating within the value chain of the semiconductor industry	Regardless of NIMP Sectors Co-investment ratio of 2:1 RM20 million maximum for each campaign Concessionary rate of 2.5% for P2P financing
Smart Manufacturing Scheme	For eligible companies undertaking smart manufacturing transformation, supporting businesses pursuing automation, Industry 4.0 adoption, digitalisation and other productivity-enhancing initiatives	Regardless of NIMP Sectors Co-investment ratio of 2:1 RM20 million maximum for each campaign Concessionary rate of 2.5% for P2P financing

As an example – for businesses in the Electrical & Electronics sector, the NIMP CoSIF will invest RM1 for every RM2 successfully raised from private investors on the participating platforms.

How to Apply for the NIMP CoSIF?