Kossan Rubber Industries Berhad (Kossan) mainly manufactures latex disposable gloves. Kossan

was established its business during 1979 in Malaysia. Dato KS Lim is the founder of the

company. Dato KS Lim graduated as a chemical engineer. He graduated with a Bachelor of

Science (Chemistry) degree from Nanyang Technological University in Singapore then proceeds

with Master's degree in Chemical Engineering at Imperial College, United Kingdom.

The company was previously specialized in cutlass bearing for the fishing industry. The

inspiration ideals derived from witnessing damage done to his father's fishing boats caused by

vibrations. Dato KS Lim sees the opportunity to venture into glove manufacturing in 1988. The

business begins with five man operations team then grew into world class manufacturer. Kossan

was listed on the second board of Kuala Lumpur Stock Exchange and promoted to the mainboard

in 2003.

The answer involves using and SWOT Analysis tools to evaluate the threats faced by the Kossan Rubber Industry in Malaysia during the COVID-19 pandemic and assess the business opportunities ahead.

What are the main business opportunities ahead for the Kossan rubber company? Briefly describe each point.