Why Business Licensing Matters in Malaysia Running a business in Malaysia comes with legal responsibilities. One of the most important is obtaining the proper business license before starting operations.Many new entrepreneurs assume they can start first and apply later — but this mistake can lead to fines, business closure, and long-term legal complications. In this guide, Ashton Corporate Services explains exactly what happens if you operate without a license in Malaysia, an

Company Secretary Services in Malaysia for SMEs Company secretary services in Malaysia can make a big difference for SMEs, family businesses, and trading companies. When business owners are busy handling sales, staff, suppliers, and customers, statutory deadlines can easily be forgotten. But missed filings can lead to SSM penalties, messy company records, and unnecessary stress. That is where Ashton Corporate Services helps. The Challenge: Avoiding Late Filing Penalties Many

Can You Change Company Secretary If Your Company Has Penalties in Malaysia? Receiving a penalty notice from Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia (SSM) can be stressful for any business owner. A common question we hear from directors is: “Can we change our company secretary if the company already has penalties?” The answer is yes — you can. However, it is important to understand that changing your company secretary does not eliminate existing penalties or liabilities. At Ashton Corpo