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Borneo Post
30-06-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Kpg Annah Rais to be transformed into Bidayuh cultural heritage village after RM6.5 mln allocation
Jerip delivers his speech during the event. — Ukas photo PADAWAN (June 30): Kampung Annah Rais is set to be transformed into a Bidayuh cultural heritage village following a RM6.5 million allocation by the Sarawak government through the Greater Kuching Coordinated Development Agency (GKCDA). According to Mambong assemblyman Datuk Dr Jerip Susil, the funds would be used to improve basic tourism infrastructure, including visitor trails, handicraft spaces, cultural information centres and community training in tourism management. The Sarawak Deputy Transport Minister added this initiative was part of the state's broader rural development strategy focusing on tourism, culture and agriculture. 'Kampung Annah Rais has unique historical, cultural and Bidayuh heritage values. Efforts to upgrade tourism facilities here would not only bring economic benefits to the local community but also help promote our cultural heritage to the outside world,' he said at the Petronas Gawai 2025 Driving Life Programme held at the village on Saturday, according to a Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas) report. Located approximately 48 kilometres from Kuching, Kampung Annah Rais is renowned for its traditional Bidayuh longhouses, hot springs, and the continued practice of unique cultural customs. At the same event, 200 underprivileged families from across the Padawan Subdistrict received food basket donations in conjunction with the Gawai Dayak 2025 celebration. The welfare programme was organised by Yayasan Petronas in collaboration with the Kuching Division Resident Office and the Padawan Subdistrict Office. Petronas Sarawak general manager Norazibah Md Rabu said a total of 585 families statewide have benefited from the programme this year. Also present were Kuching Division Resident Dayang Joanita Azizah Abang Morshidi, Padawan Subdistrict administrative officer Julius Scott Sapong and Annah Rais village chief Joda Mamung.
Borneo Post
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
Brarak, Bipajak Gawai Bisegu proposed for Sarawak Tourism Calendar
Dr Jerip (third left) greeting attendees at the Brarak and Bipajak Gawai Bisegu 2025 celebration held at Kampung Segu Bunuk, Padawan. – Ukas photo KUCHING (June 3): The Brarak and Bipajak Gawai Bisegu cultural event has been proposed for inclusion in the Sarawak Tourism Calendar, with the aim of elevating it into one of the state's premier cultural tourism attractions. Deputy Minister for Transport, Datuk Dr Jerip Susil, made the announcement during the event held at Kampung Segu Benuk in Padawan on Monday, highlighting the festival's strong potential as a community-driven tourism initiative. 'Last year, the parade featured only six contingents. This year, the number has increased to 21, with an estimated 2,000 to 3,000 participants, a clear indication of its growing appeal,' he said, as reported by the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas). Dr Jerip said the event, organised by the Segu Bunuk Association, will continue to be refined and expanded based on community participation and public response. 'With the involvement of 21 contingents this year, we are confident the festival will continue to grow, offering even more vibrant and engaging activities in the years to come,' he added. The Mambong assemblyman also underscored the importance of such cultural events in promoting Sarawak's heritage to tourists, positioning them (the cultural events) as competitive cultural tourism products. 'These celebrations provide an important platform for local communities to express their identity, particularly through traditional attire and a shared sense of cultural pride,' he noted. Among those present at the event were Puncak Borneo MP Datuk Willie Mongin; Special Administrative Officer of the Greater Kuching Coordinated Development Agency (GKCDA), Datu Ik Pahon Joyik; Administrative Officer of the Padawan Sub-District Office, Julius Scott Sapong and other distinguished guests.
Borneo Post
21-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Dr Jerip: Full acquisition of MASwings expected to be finalised by December (Video)
Dr Jerip (right) and state Transport Minister Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin going through the responses for the question-and-answer session at the DUN building today. – Photo by Roystein Emmor KUCHING (May 21): The full acquisition of MASwings Sdn Bhd by AirBorneo Holdings Sdn Bhd is expected to be finalised by Dec 31 this year, with no changes to the current Rural Air Services (RAS) operations, said Datuk Dr Jerip Susil. The state Deputy Minister of Transport said that following the execution of the Sales and Purchase Agreement between AirBorneo Holdings and Malaysia Aviation Group in February 2025, the completion of the transaction is subject to the satisfaction of conditions precedent. 'During the period between February 2025 until December 2025, both parties shall work towards fulfilling the conditions, including but not limited to obtaining the necessary regulatory approvals from the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM), the Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom), the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA). 'As well as transferring of operating assets from Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) to AirBorneo Holdings, and carrying out the preparation for the transition of operations from MAG to AirBorneo,' he said during the question-and-answer session at the State Legislative Assembly today. Dr Jerip was responding to Dato Sri Wong Soon Koh (GPS-Bawang Assan), who raised questions about the acquisition process of MASwings and the effect of the change in ownership on the RAS. Regarding whether the change in ownership would disrupt RAS operations, he assured that the schedule, frequency and network of the RAS are expected to remain the same, even after the takeover by the state government. 'In terms of operations, the period between the signing of SPA in February 2025 until December 2025 is to allow for a proper and smooth transition of operations from Malaysia Aviation Group to AirBorneo,' he said. Furthermore, he noted that the entire workforce of MASwings will be retained, leveraging their extensive experience in managing RAS operations to ensure continuity, operational stability, and service reliability throughout and beyond the transition phase. AirBorneo Dr Jerip Susil full acquisition maswings Rural Air Services
Daily Express
21-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Sarawak to finalise MASwings acquisition by December 31, paving way for AirBorneo expansion
Published on: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 Published on: Wed, May 21, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Following the signing of the Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) between AirBorneo Holdings Sdn Bhd and Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) last February, both parties are currently working to fulfil the necessary conditions precedent before the transaction can be completed. — Picture from Facebook/MASwings KUCHING: Sarawak is on track to finalise the full acquisition of MASwings Sdn Bhd by Dec 31 this year, marking a significant milestone in the state's efforts to strengthen regional air connectivity through its airline, AirBorneo. Sarawak Deputy Minister for Transport, Datuk Dr Jerip Susil, said following the signing of the Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) between AirBorneo Holdings Sdn Bhd and Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) last February, both parties are currently working to fulfil the necessary conditions precedent before the transaction can be completed. 'This includes securing regulatory approvals from key aviation authorities such as the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM), the Malaysian Aviation Commission (MAVCOM), the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA). 'The process also involves the transfer of operating assets from MAG to AirBorneo and preparations for a seamless transition of operations,' he said during the question-and-answer session at the State Assembly sitting today. Dr Jerip was responding to a question from Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh (GPS-Bawang Assan) whether the acquisition process of buying over MASwings has been completed and would the change in ownership disrupt the operation of the Rural Air Services (RAS). The deputy minister said, despite the change in ownership, the RAS network which serves remote and underserved areas in Sarawak and Sabah, is expected to maintain its current schedule, frequency and coverage. Advertisement 'MASwings' entire workforce will be retained, and their experience will be instrumental in maintaining operational stability and service continuity during and after the transition,' he said. Responding to Wong's supplementary question, Dr Jerip said the current interim RAS agreement between the federal government and MASwings Sdn Bhd that was signed on Dec 19, 2024, will remain in force until its expiry this Dec 31. Meanwhile, Sarawak Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said the state, together with AirBorneo, is engaging with the Malaysia's Transport Ministry, relevant federal agencies and other key stakeholders to work out on the terms and conditions of a new RAS agreement. He said this is to ensure a continued and uninterrupted air connectivity to the rural and remote communities in Sarawak and Sabah. 'This agreement includes that the Federal government continues to subsidise RAS because there will be new terms and conditions with AirBorneo,' he said when met by reporters at the sidelines of the sitting. * 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
Free Malaysia Today
21-05-2025
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
Sarawak's acquisition of MASwings on track, says deputy minister
The sale and purchase agreement between AirBorneo Holdings Sdn Bhd and Malaysia Aviation Group was signed on Feb 12, with the takeover of MASwings expected to be completed by the end of the year. (Bernama pic) KUCHING : Sarawak is on track to acquiring MASwings Sdn Bhd by Dec 31 this year, marking a significant milestone in the state's efforts to strengthen regional air connectivity through its airline, AirBorneo. Sarawak deputy transport minister Jerip Susil said AirBorneo Holdings Sdn Bhd and Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) had signed the sale and purchase agreement (SPA) last February and were currently working to fulfil the agreed conditions precedent. 'This includes securing regulatory approval from key aviation authorities such as the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia, the Malaysian Aviation Commission, the International Civil Aviation Organisation, and the International Air Transport Association. 'The process also involves the transfer of operating assets from MAG to AirBorneo and preparations for a seamless transition of operations,' he said during the question-and-answer session at the state assembly sitting today. The SPA was signed on Feb 12, with the transfer of MASwings expected to be completed by the end of the year. Jerip was responding to a question from Wong Soon Koh (GPS-Bawang Assan) on whether the acquisition process of buying over MASwings had been completed and if the change in ownership would disrupt the operation of the Rural Air Services (RAS). The deputy minister said that despite the change in ownership, the RAS network for remote and underserved areas in Sarawak and Sabah was expected to maintain its current schedule, frequency, and coverage. 'MASwings's entire workforce will be retained, and their experience will be instrumental in maintaining operational stability and service continuity during and after the transition,' he said. Jerip added that the interim RAS agreement between the federal government and MASwings Sdn Bhd, signed on Dec 19, 2024, would remain in force until its expiry on Dec 31. Sarawak transport minister Lee Kim Shin said the state, together with AirBorneo, was engaging with the federal transport ministry, agencies, and other key stakeholders to work out the terms and conditions of a new RAS agreement. He said this was to ensure continued and uninterrupted air connectivity to rural and remote communities in Sarawak and Sabah. 'This agreement includes that the federal government continues to subsidise RAS because there will be new terms and conditions with AirBorneo,' he said when met by reporters on the sidelines of the sitting.
