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Borneo Post
6 hours ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
Maintenance work at Kimanis gas terminal rescheduled
Abdul Nasser KOTA KINABALU (July 31): The integrated maintenance work at Sabah Oil & Gas Terminal (SOGT) Kimanis which was originally scheduled to begin from August 1 to 7 has been rescheduled to August 5 to 11. According to ECoS Chief Executive Officer, Datuk Ir. Abdul Nasser Abdul Wahid, this rescheduling was decided in a joint meeting between ECoS, Petronas Carigali Sdn Bhd and grid system operator yesterday. This rescheduling is to provide room for the completion of repair works on damaged units belonging to Sabah Electricity and independent power producers, reliability testing of the independent power producers' operations in Kimanis using diesel fuel, and also the completion of additional Battery Energy Storage System capacity of 40MW. This rescheduling will be able to significantly reduce the impact of power supply rationing to consumers in Sabah should it be needed for the stability of the Sabah grid network. According to Nasser further, the integrated maintenance work at SOGT together with offshore assets is a mandatory requirement to renew the Certificate of Fitness (CF) by the Department of Occupational Safety & Health (DOSH) to ensure that the assets involved always operate meeting the stipulated safety standards. Throughout this maintenance work, gas supply will be shut off to two independent power plants namely Kimanis Power Plant and SPR Energy which will operate using diesel fuel. 'In addition, gas pipeline connection work for a new generation project currently being built by Sabah Electricity in Kimanis with a capacity of 100MW will also be implemented which can only be done during this gas supply shutdown. With the completion of this project in the third quarter of 2025 together with other generation enhancement initiatives, it will be able to increase the Sabah Grid generation reserve margin from the current 17% to 30%. As a record, the reserve margin in 2023 was less than 10%. This increase in reserve margin is very necessary to add resilience to the Sabah Grid in case of damage to several generation plants. Abdul Nasser added that, apart from efforts to increase generation capacity (supply side), electricity users can also play a role from the load demand aspect (demand side). The easiest method is to use electricity in an energy-efficient manner and electricity usage that can be done after peak hours, which is after 9 pm. Earlier yesterday, Sabah Electricity Chief Executive Officer Datuk Ir. Ts. Mohd Yaakob H. Jaafar anounced that electricity supply in Sabah and Labuan would be rationed from August 1 to 7 due to scheduled maintenance at the SOGT owned by Petronas. An estimated 200,000 account holders will be affected, with power outages lasting one to two hours on a rotational basis.
The Star
10 hours ago
- Business
- The Star
Sabah and Labuan load shedding postponed to Aug 5
KOTA KINABALU: The scheduled rotational load shedding exercise involving Sabah and Labuan, initially set to start on Friday (Aug 1), has been postponed to Aug 5. The Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS) stated that the integrated maintenance work at Sabah Oil and Gas Terminal (SOGT) Kimanis has been rescheduled to commence on Aug 5 and run until Aug 11. ECoS Chief Executive Officer Datuk Abdul Nasser Abdul Wahid mentioned that this decision was made during a joint meeting between ECoS, Petronas Carigali Sdn Bhd, and the Grid System Operator on July 30. This rescheduling aims to allow the completion of repair works on damaged units belonging to Sabah Electricity and Independent Power Producers, reliability testing of the Independent Power Producers operations in Kimanis using diesel fuel, and the completion of additional Battery Energy Storage System capacity of 40MW. He highlighted that this rescheduling could significantly reduce the impact of power supply rationing to consumers in Sabah if needed for the stability of the Sabah grid network. "The integrated maintenance work at SOGT, along with offshore assets, is a mandatory requirement to renew the Certificate of Fitness (CF) by the Occupational Safety and Health Department," said Nasser. He stated that this ensures the assets involved always operate meeting the stipulated safety standards. During this maintenance work, gas supply will be shut off to two Independent Power Plants, namely Kimanis Power Plant and SPR Energy, which will operate using diesel fuel. "In addition, gas pipeline connection work for a new generation project currently being built by Sabah Electricity in Kimanis with a capacity of 100MW will also be implemented, which can only be done during this gas supply shutdown," Nasser said. He added that with the completion of this project in the third quarter of 2025, along with other generation enhancement initiatives, the Sabah Grid generation reserve margin will increase from the current 17% to 30%. He noted that the reserve margin in 2023 was less than 10%, making this increase in reserve margin essential to boost the resilience of the Sabah Grid in case of damage to several generation plants. Nasser also encouraged electricity users to help reduce power supply demand by using electricity in an energy-efficient manner and during off-peak hours after 9pm.
Daily Express
10 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Express
SOGT maintenance rescheduled to Aug 5–11 to support power grid stability
Published on: Thursday, July 31, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jul 31, 2025 Text Size: KOTA KINABALU: The integrated maintenance work at the Sabah Oil and Gas Terminal (SOGT) in Kimanis has been rescheduled to Aug 5–11, from the earlier Aug 1–7 timeline. The decision was reached during a joint meeting between the Energy Commission of Sabah (Ecos), Petronas Carigali Sdn Bhd, and the Grid System Operator on July 30. Ecos CEO Datuk Abdul Nasser Abdul Wahid said the new dates allow for key repair and testing work, including diesel-based reliability tests and completion of a 40MW battery storage expansion. The rescheduling aims to minimise the need for power rationing during the maintenance period, helping maintain grid stability in Sabah. Gas supply to Kimanis Power Plant and SPR Energy will be shut off during the works, with both plants temporarily switching to diesel. A new 100MW generation project by Sabah Electricity in Kimanis will also undergo pipeline connection work during this shutdown. Once completed in Q3 2025, this and other initiatives are expected to raise Sabah's generation reserve margin to 30 per cent, up from less than 10 per cent in 2023. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Borneo Post
23-07-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Sabah showcases energy ambitions at Energy Asia
Abdul Nasser speaking during the panel session on 'Energising Malaysia's Growth' at Energy Asia 2025. KOTA KINABALU (July 23): The Energy Asia 2025 conference in Kuala Lumpur provided Sabah with a platform to highlight its commitment to the energy transition, showcasing the state's renewable energy ambitions and policy leadership, particularly in the power sector. During the conference, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Energy Commission of Sabah, Datuk Ir Abdul Nasser Abdul Wahid, outlined efforts by Sabah, Sarawak, and Peninsular Malaysia to harmonise clean energy policies, targets and infrastructure planning. The aim, he said, was to establish a more cohesive and efficient approach to nationwide power sector decarbonisation. In a session titled 'Energising Malaysia's Growth', Abdul Nasser joined a panel of national energy leaders, including Tenaga Nasional Berhad President and CEO Datuk Ir Megat Jalaluddin Megat Hassan, Sustainable Energy Development Authority Malaysia CEO Datuk Hamzah Hussin, and Sarawak Energy Group Chief Operating Officer Ir James Ung Sing Kwong. The four leaders discussed how the region's journey toward decarbonisation must not compromise energy security, reliability, or affordability, which are key priorities for emerging and developed economies. Speaking to the media on the sidelines of the conference, Abdul Nasser said the opportunity to speak at Energy Asia was valuable, as it allowed him to showcase Sabah's strengths and offerings in the renewable energy space. 'A key strength we want to highlight is our flexibility and efficiency in decision-making, which enables faster and more coordinated action,' he said. 'We also take pride in our business-friendly approach. Sabah is open and welcoming to investors, and we ensure that our processes are clear, transparent, and supportive of sustainable growth.' He added that beyond its renewable energy resources, Sabah aimed to support Malaysia's broader national agenda by contributing meaningfully to the country's energy transition goals. Another focus of the session, he said, was the need to build a resilient and interconnected energy network. Given its strategic geographical location, Sabah was well-positioned to serve as a central hub for regional interconnection between Kalimantan, Sarawak, Brunei and the Philippines, strengthening both regional energy security and cross-border collaboration, he added. Hosted by Petronas, in collaboration with Knowledge Partner CERAWeek by S&P Global, Energy Asia 2025 was held from June 16 to 18 and concluded with a strong call to accelerate an energy transition that is just, inclusive, and grounded in practical solutions. The event brought together more than 4,000 participants from 60 countries and 38 sectors, including policymakers, investors, innovators and energy professionals, to exchange ideas. Through over 50 dialogues across seven sub-themes, the conference explored regional collaboration to strengthen energy security, advance renewables, drive decarbonisation, enable technology transfer, and foster economic and social development.
The Star
23-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
Sabah poised for growth in renewable energy sector, says ECoS
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah is well-positioned to advance in renewable energy, supporting the nation's energy transition goals, according to the Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS). ECoS Chief Executive Officer Datuk Abdul Nasser Abdul Wahid ( pic ) highlighted Sabah's flexibility and efficiency in decision-making, business-friendly approaches, and strategic geographical location as key strengths. He noted that flexibility and efficiency allow for faster, more coordinated action, while business-friendly approaches make Sabah welcoming to investors. "We ensure that our processes are clear, transparent, and supportive of sustainable growth," he said. Beyond renewable energy resources, Sabah aims to support Malaysia's broader national agenda by contributing significantly to energy transition goals. A focus of the session was the need to build a resilient and interconnected energy network. "Given its strategic geographical location, Sabah is well-positioned to serve as a central hub for regional interconnection between Kalimantan, Sarawak, Brunei, and the Philippines, strengthening regional energy security and cross-border collaboration," he said. These points were showcased at the recent Energy Asia 2025 conference in Kuala Lumpur, where speakers highlighted Sabah's commitment to the energy transition, showcasing the state's renewable energy ambitions and policy leadership, particularly in the power sector. During the conference, Abdul outlined efforts by Sabah, Sarawak, and Peninsular Malaysia to harmonise clean energy policies, targets, and infrastructure planning. The aim is to establish a more cohesive and efficient approach to nationwide power sector decarbonisation. In a session titled "Energising Malaysia's Growth," Abdul joined a panel of national energy leaders, including Tenaga Nasional Berhad President and CEO Datuk Megat Jalaluddin Megat Hassan, Sustainable Energy Development Authority Malaysia CEO Datuk Hamzah Hussin, and Sarawak Energy Group Chief Operating Officer James Ung Sing Kwong. The leaders discussed how the region's journey toward decarbonisation must not compromise energy security, reliability, or affordability, which are priorities for emerging and developed economies. Speaking to the media on the sidelines of the conference, Abdul said the opportunity to speak at Energy Asia was valuable, allowing him to showcase Sabah's strengths and offerings in the renewable energy sector. Hosted by Petronas in collaboration with Knowledge Partner CeraWeek by S&P Global, Energy Asia 2025 concluded with a strong call to accelerate an energy transition that is just, inclusive, and grounded in practical solutions. The event brought together more than 4,000 participants from 60 countries and 38 sectors, including policymakers, investors, innovators, and energy professionals to exchange ideas. Through over 50 dialogues across seven sub-themes, the conference explored regional collaboration to strengthen energy security, advance renewables, drive decarbonisation, enable technology transfer, and foster economic and social development.
