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The Sun
28-06-2025
- General
- The Sun
MMEA SAR operations saved 1,000 lives nationwide last year
PASIR PUTEH: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) successfully rescued 1,259 individuals through 226 search and rescue (SAR) operations nationwide last year. Kelantan Maritime director Captain Erwan Shah Soahdi revealed that 64 fatalities were recorded, while 25 victims remain missing. Speaking at a press conference during the 2025 Maritime Awareness and Safety Day celebration, Erwan Shah highlighted the agency's operational efficiency. 'The statistics reflect MMEA's preparedness in emergency maritime situations,' he said. The annual event also serves as a platform to educate fishermen, tourists, and maritime operators on sea safety. 'We are intensifying awareness campaigns through community talks, social media, and safety exhibitions to reduce risks and strengthen ties with coastal communities,' he added. MMEA ensures at least one standby asset per state for rapid emergency response.
Barnama
28-06-2025
- Barnama
SAR Operations Saved Over 1,000 Lives Nationwide Last Year
PASIR PUTEH, June 28 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) conducted 226 search and rescue (SAR) operations throughout last year, involving 1,348 victims nationwide. Kelantan Maritime director, Captain Erwan Shah Soahdi, said out of the total, 1,259 victims were rescued, 64 were reported dead, and 25 were classified as missing. He said the statistics demonstrate the efficiency and readiness of MMEA's assets in conducting emergency maritime operations. 'This annually celebrated Maritime Awareness and Safety Day also serves as a platform to educate maritime communities, including fishermen, tourists, and ocean operators on safety measures while at sea,' he said. Erwan Shah said this during a press conference held in conjunction with the 2025 Maritime Awareness and Safety Day celebration at the Kelantan Maritime headquarters here today. He added that MMEA ensures at least one asset remains in a state of readiness in each state and maritime zone to be immediately deployed upon receiving an emergency report. 'This year, Maritime Malaysia is intensifying its sea safety awareness campaign through community talks, social media campaigns, leaflet distribution, dialogue sessions, safety exhibitions, and interviews on electronic media. 'These efforts are crucial to reducing the risk of loss of life and strengthening the relationship between enforcement agencies and coastal communities,' he added. -- BERNAMA
The Star
28-06-2025
- General
- The Star
SAR ops saved over 1,000 lives at sea nationwide in 2024, says MMEA
PASIR PUTEH: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) conducted 226 search and rescue (SAR) operations throughout 2024, involving 1,348 victims nationwide. Kelantan Maritime director, Captain Erwan Shah Soahdi said that out of the total, 1,259 victims were rescued, 64 were reported dead, and 25 were classified as missing. He said the statistics demonstrate the efficiency and readiness of MMEA's assets in conducting emergency maritime operations. "The annually celebrated Maritime Awareness and Safety Day also serves as a platform to educate maritime communities, including fishermen, tourists, and ocean operators on safety measures while at sea," he said. Capt Erwan Shah said this during a press conference held in conjunction with the 2025 Maritime Awareness and Safety Day celebration at the Kelantan Maritime headquarters here Saturday (June 28). He added that MMEA ensures at least one asset remains in a state of readiness in each state and maritime zone to be immediately deployed upon receiving an emergency report. "This year, Maritime Malaysia is intensifying its sea safety awareness campaign through community talks, social media campaigns, leaflet distribution, dialogue sessions, safety exhibitions, and interviews on electronic media. "These efforts are crucial to reducing the risk of loss of life and strengthening the relationship between enforcement agencies and coastal communities," he added. - Bernama
New Straits Times
22-05-2025
- New Straits Times
MMEA detains Thai tanker off Kelantan coast
KOTA BHARU: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) in Kelantan detained a suspicious tanker believed to be owned by a Thailand citizen some 100 nautical miles from the Tok Bali estuary on Tuesday. Kelantan MMEA director, Maritime Captain Erwan Shah Soahdi, said an agency enforcement asset had detained the vessel while patrolling the Malaysia-Vietnam maritime border under Op Damai, Op Naga Barat, and Op Tiris. He said the vessel was detected around 1 pm and intercepted some 20 minutes later. "Initial checks revealed that the vessel was operated by six crew members, including a captain, all believed to be Thai nationals aged between 38 and 70," he said in a statement today. He said the vessel's insurance and related documents appeared suspicious, and all crew members could not provide valid identification during the check. The case is being investigated under the Immigration Act 1959/63 and the Merchant Shipping Ordinance 1952. "Authorities take any breach of maritime laws seriously, especially those that compromise the safety and sovereignty of national waters. "Enforcement efforts will continue to be strengthened to ensure that all parties operating in our waters comply with the law," he said. Erwan Shah urged the public to report information about criminal activities or incidents at sea via the emergency hotline 999 or by contacting the Kelantan Maritime Operations Centre at 09-778 0070.
The Sun
22-05-2025
- The Sun
MMEA detains Thai tanker off Kelantan coast
KOTA BHARU: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) in Kelantan detained a suspicious tanker believed to be owned by a Thailand citizen some 100 nautical miles from the Tok Bali estuary on Tuesday. Kelantan MMEA director, Maritime Captain Erwan Shah Soahdi, said an agency enforcement asset had detained the vessel while patrolling the Malaysia-Vietnam maritime border under Op Damai, Op Naga Barat, and Op Tiris. He said the vessel was detected around 1 pm and intercepted some 20 minutes later. 'Initial checks revealed that the vessel was operated by six crew members, including a captain, all believed to be Thai nationals aged between 38 and 70,' he said in a statement today. He said the vessel's insurance and related documents appeared suspicious, and all crew members could not provide valid identification during the check. The case is being investigated under the Immigration Act 1959/63 and the Merchant Shipping Ordinance 1952. 'Authorities take any breach of maritime laws seriously, especially those that compromise the safety and sovereignty of national waters. 'Enforcement efforts will continue to be strengthened to ensure that all parties operating in our waters comply with the law,' he said. Erwan Shah urged the public to report information about criminal activities or incidents at sea via the emergency hotline 999 or by contacting the Kelantan Maritime Operations Centre at 09-778 0070.
