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end of road for sfi after it fails to get leave to appeal to apex court

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This news reports the final legal closure of a single Malaysian forestry company (SFI) that is already insolvent and being wound up. There is no new commercial mechanism affecting broader markets, commodity prices, or supply chains. The event is company-specific and does not create scarcity or price signals for timber or any other product. No sector impact beyond the company itself.

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  • Sabah Forest Industries Sdn Bhd (SFI) denied leave to appeal to Federal Court on May 13, 2026.
  • Federal Court dismissed SFI's application with costs of RM40,000.
  • SFI was declared lawfully wound-up and insolvent on September 10, 2025.
  • SFI's timber concessions were cancelled by the State Government.
  • SFI's assets will be liquidated to compensate creditors.

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