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The Star
a day ago
- Business
- The Star
Putra Heights pipeline fire report to be released tomorrow
SEKINCHAN: The report on the investigation into the Putra Heights gas pipeline fire in Subang Jaya will be made public tomorrow, says Selangor Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari. He said the report, completed as scheduled on Friday, was initially set to be presented that day but was postponed due to the public holiday. 'It was ready, but we couldn't present it as it was a public holiday. So, it's better to do it this Monday. 'We will announce it after presenting it to the Cabinet, as required by procedure,' he said after launching the phase one development of the Sekinchan Marine Produce Landing Complex yesterday. Earlier, the Selangor Mentri Besar's Office said in a statement that the technical investigation had been completed, Bernama reported. The blaze and explosion, which occurred on April 1, destroyed 81 homes with over 40% structural damage, partially damaged another 81 and affected 57 others without burning. A total of 218 houses, including those in Kampung Tengah, Puchong, were unaffected. Amirudin also launched the first phase of the RM500mil Selangor Integrated Landing Port (SILP) project aimed at bolstering the state's fisheries sector and enhancing food security. Construction is expected to begin by the end of 2026 and will include a centralised jetty, 30 to 40 boat parking bays and serviced apartments. 'Subsequent phases will include facilities for boat repairs, maintenance and construction, followed by the development of tourism zones,' said Amirudin. He said the project, along with other planned agricultural developments like prawn farms in Sabak Bernam and Kuala Selangor, is expected to increase the state's agricultural output by 5%. Spanning 33.9ha, the first phase of the SILP project will also include a fish auction hall, a commercial fish market, a tide-adaptive dock, a logistics hub for seafood distribution and maritime services, as well as shoreline upgrades. SILP is also a key component of the Sabak Bernam Development Area, a regional initiative under the First Selangor Plan.
The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Selangor launches RM500m SILP project to boost fisheries sector
SEKINCHAN: The Selangor government today launched the first phase of the Selangor Integrated Landing Port (SILP) project, a RM500 million initiative designed to strengthen the state's fisheries sector and support food security efforts. Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the project, set to begin by late 2026, will feature a centralised jetty, 30 to 40 fishing boat parking bays, and serviced apartments. Later phases will include boat repair facilities, maintenance zones, and tourism development areas. Amirudin highlighted that SILP is expected to increase Selangor's agricultural output by five per cent, positioning the state's west coast as a key economic growth hub. The project will also serve as a model for fisheries ecosystem management, similar to Sekinchan's successful padi cultivation system. Currently, agriculture, including fisheries, contributes just one per cent to Selangor's economy. However, with SILP and other initiatives like prawn farming in Sabak Bernam and Kuala Selangor, the state aims for a five per cent growth under the upcoming Selangor Plan. Spanning 33.9 hectares, the first phase will include a fish auction hall, commercial fish market, tide-adaptive dock, logistics hub, and shoreline upgrades. SILP is a key part of the Sabak Bernam Development Area (SABDA) under the First Selangor Plan.
The Star
19-06-2025
- Business
- The Star
About 70 tonnes recyclables collected in trash-to-cash programme
ALMOST 70 tonnes of recyclable waste have been collected by Ampang Jaya Municipal Council (MPAJ) in a trash-to-cash programme. MPAJ, in a media statement, said the total included 1,164.15kg of used cooking oil, 2,405.08kg of electronic waste and 66,424.19kg of recyclable items such as plastic, paper and aluminium. Carried out throughout May, the programme was to encourage the local community to continue preserving the environment through recycling initiatives. Residents earned RM2 for every kilogramme of used cooking oil, RM1 for aluminium, 20sen for electrical and electronic waste or recyclable items such as paper, boxes and plastic. Glass, fabric, batteries and light bulbs are accepted without additional incentives. Running almost weekly, the programme rotated between different zones under MPAJ's administration, working closely with all 24 local councillors to bring the service directly into neighbourhoods. Community centres, housing areas, mosques and schools are among the spots for residents to drop off the recyclables. The spots included Bukit Indah Mosque parking area, Pangsapuri Rasmi (Taman Rasmi Jaya), Jalan Jujur 1/8 (Taman Bakti Ampang), Padang Perbandaran MPAJ Pandan Indah, SJK (C) Choon Hwa Lembah Maju and community halls of Angsana Hilir and Jalan Hilir 7 in Ampang. 'We partnered with licensed companies – TTD Metal for recyclables, Electronic Recycling Through Heroes (ERTH) for e-waste, and Weimar Sdn Bhd, Waumas and Seri Gunung for used cooking oil to manage waste responsibly. 'We plan to broaden our initiative further by exploring a plastic-to-diesel conversion project, reinforcing the vision for a circular economy. 'In the long term, the trash-to-cash programme aims to significantly reduce landfill waste and raise the recycling rate to 15%, in line with Selangor government's First Selangor Plan (RS-1),' MPAJ added. The municipal council also stated that it was in the midst of developing a recycling site in Dewan Kampung Perwira Jaya. 'This 3.011m site can accommodate waste collected in MPAJ's administrative area. 'MPAJ is also collaborating with KDEB Waste Management and waste collecting companies registered with MPAJ,' said MPAJ, adding that proceeds from the sale of the wastes would be added to the local council's coffers.
The Star
05-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Star
Car boot sale puts PJ celebrations in high gear
Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin (centre) launching the Kota Damansara car boot sale venue while Mohamad Zahri (fourth from right) looks on. — Photos: AZLINA ABDULLAH/The Star FOR Dayana Batrisya Rosdan Efendi, 24, the weekly car boot sale in Kota Damansara offers a side income while she continues hunting for a permanent job. The law graduate from Universiti Teknologi Mara Melaka makes RM200 to RM300 a day selling pre-loved clothes. 'I used to donate my clothes for recycling but after seeing friends selling pre-loved items, I started selling mine as well,' she said. Dayana sells from her car in the outdoor carpark of the business square Bistari De Kota along Jalan Teknologi 3/9 in Kota Damansara. The venue has been the spot for weekly car boot sales since 2013. It got a boost after being chosen to host celebrations marking 19 years since Petaling Jaya gained city status. Tengku Permaisuri of Selangor Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin launched the celebrations, marking the start of 31 activities organised by Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ) under the theme 'Petaling Jaya Bandar Paling Bahagia'. The activities, including community programmes and competitions, are being held throughout June. Accompanying the Tengku Permaisuri in visiting the booths were Selangor Women's Welfare and Charity Organisation (Pekawanis) president Datin Seri Masdiana Muhamad and Petaling Jaya mayor Mohamad Zahri Samingon. The Kota Damansara car boot sale is the second such community event being held regularly in Petaling Jaya. Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin, accompanied by the Petaling Jaya mayor, visiting the booths set up at the Kota Damansara car boot sale. Another one is held at Kompleks C MBPJ in Section 52. The Kota Damansara sale runs from 7am to 12pm on Sunday while the Section 52 sale is from 6pm to midnight on Saturday. Both events, which are community-run and monitored by MBPJ, offer a total of 647 parking bays for sellers. Mohamad Zahri said several other initiatives were kicked off during the anniversary celebrations launch. These included 'Food With Love', a new care economy programme organised by MBPJ. 'The project will see halal meals prepared at a central kitchen run by a non-governmental organisation (NGO). 'The meals will be distributed to eligible senior citizens and disabled individuals who register under MBPJ's guidelines,' he said. Mohamad Zahri highlighted that MBPJ was the first local council to introduce a senior citizens' guideline − the Senior Citizen Action Plan 2030 − to address the needs of a growing ageing population. He added that MBPJ was also the first local council in Malaysia to have set up a children's council. Mohamad Zahri said the anniversary theme was aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, Malaysia Madani and the First Selangor Plan. 'MBPJ has offered free training programmes since 2022. 'More than 5,000 business owners have participated in courses covering marketing, AI tools, and banking,' he said. The mayor said MBPJ had also been sending the top 10 participants for overseas educational trips annually. 'Past destinations have included Bandung, Bangkok and Vietnam. China may be the destination for this year,' he said. At the launch, Malaysia Book of Records held a presentation to recognise MBPJ for having played a leading role in setting up the PJ Eco Recycling Plaza. The three-floor recycling centre in Sungai Way Free Trade Industrial Zone was set up in collaboration with seven NGOs and professional bodies. The Eco Recycling Plaza has been officially recognised by Malaysia Book of Records as the country's first excellent-rated centre of environmental sustainability managed by a local authority.
The Sun
23-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Selangor implements sustainable recycling model via SELKitar
SHAH ALAM: The Selangor Recycling (SELKitar) Programme, which was launched yesterday, is the beginning of a long-term movement that focuses on circular economy, waste separation from sources and shared responsibility among stakeholders. State Public Health and Environment Committee chairman Jamaliah Jamaluddin said that as the most advanced and populous state in the country, Selangor generates over 7,000 tonnes of solid waste daily, with most of them still ending up being dumped at landfills. 'Recognising this fact, the state government has made sustainable waste management the foundation of the state's environmental strategy, namely prioritising source separation, advancing circular economy practices and enhancing the role of local authorities in driving long-term transformation,' she said in a statement today. Yesterday, the Selangor government, through KDEB Waste Management (KDEBWM), signed a collaboration with Nestle Malaysia to strengthen recycling through door-to-door collection under SELKitar, which is expected to begin in May in several areas under the Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) and Sepang Municipal Council (MPS). Elaborating, Jamaliah said that through the First Selangor Plan (RS-1), the state government has begun switching from the 'collect and dispose' model to an approach that focuses on recycling based on resource efficiency, value recovery and citizen responsibility. She said the launch of phase one of the SELKitar Programme, which was witnessed by Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari yesterday, is an important step towards realising that approach. 'The SELKitar Programme is not just a strong environmental policy for Selangor but one that also reflects a new approach to engaging the community in sustainable waste management. 'It reflects the belief that sustainability is not just a slogan but about creating an ecosystem that functions for all parties,' she said. Jamalliah added that SELKitar also has a long-term vision, where its infrastructure is supported by education, awareness and behavioural change.
