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Contents REGIONAL NEWS 8

MOT Proposes Maritime Development Fund to Continue in Budget 2024 — Loke

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Port Authorities to Bear Cost of Developing Malaysia Maritime Single Window System, Says Loke

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Motion on Remapping of Singapore-Malaysia Maritime Border to Be Brought to Johor Assembly, Says Kota Iskandar Assemblyman

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Malaysian Firefighters Control Container Fire on Vessel off Port Klang

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Malaysia Targets 40 Pct Low-Carbon Fuel Penetration for Marine Transport By 2050

Malaysian Firefighters Control Container Fire on Vessel off Port Klang

INTERNATIONAL NEWS 18

New Maritime Agency Aims to Tap into Türkiye’s Growing Potential

20 Malaysia, Indonesia Still in Talks Over Maritime Border, Says PM Anwar 22

Ministry Seeks to Form Maritime Education Association in SE Asia

24 Singapore, Malaysia Navies Complete Bilateral Maritime Exercise 26 Kuok Maritime Group Buys Offshore Module Fabricator McPec Malaysia Needs to Inform the UN And Enhance Maritime Security- Syed Hamid MARITIME VOICE ASEAN | NOV-JAN 2024

28 Singapore Retains World’s Top Maritime Center for 10th Consecutive Year

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PTP Joins Malaysia-Australia Decarbonization Initiative to Fuel Maritime Transformation

NAVAL DEFENSE & MARITIME SECURITY 30 Malaysia Needs to Inform the UN And Enhance Maritime Security- Syed Hamid 31

MMEA Disposes of Drugs Worth Over RM27 Million

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Maritime Malaysia Undertakes Joint Training with US Coast Guard

PRODUCT & TECHNOLOGY NEWS 34 Maritime Technology Firms Eye Vessel OT Data Analysis With MoU

Singapore’s Jasper Investments and Berlitz Marine Forge Offshore Tie-Up

OFFSHORE 36 PTP Joins Malaysia-Australia Decarbonization Initiative to Fuel Maritime Transformation 38 Singapore’s Jasper Investments and Berlitz Marine Forge Offshore Tie-Up 40 Eutelsat and Can Marine to Enhance Global Maritime Connectivity Over Asia-Pacific Region

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Transformational Technologies Shaping the Future of Maritime

COVER STORY Kuok Maritime Group Buys Offshore Module Fabricator McPec

42 Interview with Dr. Renco Yong, the President of the Sarawak Association of Maritime Industries (SAMIN) MARITIME VOICE ASEAN | NOV-JAN 2024

REGIONAL NEWS

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MOT Proposes

Maritime

Development Fund to Continue in Budget 2024 — Loke Transport minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the maritime sector development was emphasized, particularly on the environmental-friendly agenda, during the ministry’s Budget 2024 consultation session with the Ministry of Finance. (Photo by Shahrill Basri/The Edge)

The Ministry of Transport (MOT) has proposed that the loan fund provided to domestic shipping company operators be continued in Budget 2024, which will be tabled next month.

Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the maritime sector development was emphasized, particularly on the environmental-friendly agenda, during the ministry’s Budget 2024 consultation session with the Ministry of Finance.

“The maritime sector was given attention in the consultation and we wanted the government to establish a loan fund under Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Bhd for companies and domestic shipping operators to move towards the ownership of environmental-friendly vessels.

“Local vessels must reduce greenhouse gas emissions to achieve carbon neutrality and to move in that direction, they need funds to carry out modifications of existing ship engines, requiring MARITIME VOICE ASEAN | NOV-JAN 2024

large capital investment,” he told reporters after launching the Global Shippers Roundtable.

The roundtable was organized by the Malaysian National Shippers’ Council and Malaysia Productivity Council with the theme “Navigating the Waves of Unpredictability: Building Shippers’ Resilience for the Next Normal”.

Loke also said that modifications of existing ship engines are very important and in line with the demand of the world market which requires ships and cargo to be environmentally friendly and not polluting the environment.

The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers president Tan Sri Soh Thian Lai said the requirement to compete in the international markets has changed significantly over the past few years and buyers no longer base their decisions solely on price.

He said policymakers, numerous stakeholders and consumers now have different expectations and are more concerned about the significance of adopting sustainability measures.

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“Worldwide, shippers must invest in developing sustainable export strategies that promote and adopt environmental, social and governance principles in their production process and global supply chains.

He said shippers would need relevant certifications, standards, labelling and global endorsement in order to compete on a global scale, especially in high-value markets.

“To do this, we must work concertedly to make sure that trade policies are adaptable to meet these developments.

“We must also develop capacity-building programmes to fully realize our potential in the rapidly evolving global trade environment,” he said in his speech at the same event.

In Budget 2023, the government provided the Maritime and Logistics Financing Scheme Incentive worth RM1 billion to bolster the growth of the country’s maritime industry which needed a lot of support.

Minister of Finance Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz announced that the fund, which aimed to revitalize and restore the shipping industry, would also be extended to the oil and gas supporting industries as well as the shipbuilding and repair sector.

In November 2020, Budget 2021 extended the Maritime and Logistics Development Scheme, the Sustainable Development Financing Scheme, the Tourism Infrastructure Scheme and the Public Transport Fund until Dec 31, 2023 with a fund size of RM3.7 billion.

Prior to that, the government re-launched the Maritime Fund (MF 2.0) worth RM1.5 billion via Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Bhd to inject modernization into the country’s maritime sector in 2019.

Source: theedgemalaysia.com

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REGIONAL NEWS

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Port Authorities to Bear Cost of Developing Malaysia Maritime Single Window System, Says Loke.

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he cost of developing the central database of the Malaysia Maritime Single Window (MMSW) will be borne by the port authorities, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke.

Loke said the development of the MMSW, which is expected to be about RM20 million, is in line with the need for speed in business, and the MMSW system is expected to solve issues such as clearance for cargo going in and out of the country.

“Delay in the release of cargo is a cost to traders,” he said in a press conference after launching the Global Shippers Roundtable.

The roundtable session was themed “Navigating the Waves of Unpredictability: Building Shippers’ Resilience for the Next Normal”.

The minister said all International Maritime Organization (IMO) member states are required to develop their MMSW

by Jan 1, 2024, to enable all information needed by public authorities in connection with the arrival, stay and departure of ships, people, and cargo to be transmitted in an electronic system.

“With the MMSW implementation, we aim to fulfil the obligation to the IMO and help increase the efficiency of the ports.

“We hope this will help reduce bureaucracy, increase the effectiveness of our ports, cut down operational time and lighten the cost burden for shippers,” Loke said.

Earlier, the minister said that the port operators in the country had to deal with 12 agencies before ships could dock, including the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency, the Immigration Department, the Malaysian Quarantine and Inspection Services Department and the port authorities.

He said the MMSW system would be implemented first at the Klang and Johor ports by the fourth quarter of the year.

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Motion on Remapping of Singapore-Malaysia Maritime Border to Be Brought to Johor Assembly, Says Kota Iskandar Assemblyman A motion proposing for the remapping of the country’s maritime border between Johor and Singapore, particularly the Tebrau Strait, will be brought to the state legislative assembly.

Kota Iskandar assemblyman Datuk Pandak Ahmad said this was following the emergence of several issues involving local fishermen in the Tebrau Strait and the Singaporean authorities.

“I will bring a motion to remap the Singapore-Malaysia maritime border, especially the Tebrau Strait, on September 11 because of a new incident that happened.

“Previously, an incident involving fishermen and the Singaporean authorities happened in October last year. If this matter is not brought to the state assembly, it will not be resolved,” he told a press conference here.

A verbal altercation occurred between local fishermen and Singapore Police Coast Guard (PCG) officers in the Pasir Laba area, near the Second Link Bridge in October last year.

Meanwhile, four local fishermen claimed their nets were damaged when they were hit by a boat belonging to the Singaporean authorities in the waters of the Tebrau Strait, also near the Second Link Bridge.

Kota Iskandar assemblyman Datuk Pandak Ahmad said this was following the emergence of several issues involving local fishermen in the Tebrau Strait and the Singaporean authorities. — Picture courtesy of Johor Menteri Besar’s office

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A police report was lodged at the Tanjung Kupang police station.

Iskandar Puteri police chief ACP Rahmat Ariffin, when contacted, confirmed receiving the report of the incident.

Source: www.malaymail.com

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Malaysian Firefighters Control Container Fire on Vessel off Port Klang The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency is reporting that it was able to contain a box fire aboard a containership at anchor off Port Klang with only minimal damage and no injury to the vessel’s crew. The cleanup operation was still underway after the fire over the weekend and an investigation has started to determine the origin of the fire.

The containership KMTC Shenzhen (39,829 dwt), owned

by Korea Marine Transport Co. (KMTC) operates on the company’s inter-Asia routes from Korea. It departed Korea at the end of July making stops in Qingdao and Singapore in China and departing from Hong Kong on August 8 according to its AIS signal. It was in the Acheh anchorage off Port Klang, Malaysia.

Maritime officials received the fire alarm from the vessel shortly after 0100 local time on August 12 and reported that two fireboats from Malaysian Maritime along with the local fire department and marine services agency sent additional resources to the vessel. They were using the water cannons on the fire which was toward the front of the container stacks. After about two hours they reported that the fire was under control and not spreading.

Fire crews were sent aboard the ship Saturday morning and found several containers were continuing to smoke. They were

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working to access the boxes and put out any remaining elements of fire. A total of 111 firefighters had been dispatched in the effort as well as multiple vessels.

An initial inspection said it appears that the fire was centered on nine containers with some of the surrounding boxes also damaged at least externally by the fire, smoke, and water. They believe that a container transporting resin was leaking. The tenyear-old vessel has a capacity of 2,778 TEU but was reported with 1,189 containers when it arrived in Malaysia. The ship has a crew of 18 aboard.

Box fires from improperly packed or labeled cargo continue to be one of the biggest concerns for the shipping industry. Last year, insurer Allianz warred that fires at sea were increasing noting that they have resulted in nearly a fifth of all the claims by value over the past five years. Fires were third overall in claims behind machinery damage and collision as the nature of the accident.

Fast action by the fire crews, and possibly a lack of more combustible materials such as chemicals or batteries, seems to have limited the damage in this fire. Malaysian Maritime reported that the manifest showed the boxes were loaded with general goods. A hazmat team was continuing to inspect the area around the fire.

Source: maritime-executive.com

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Malaysia Targets 40 Pct LowCarbon Fuel Penetration for

Marine Transport By 2050

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n line with the International Maritime Organization’s focus on decarbonization, Malaysia aims to achieve 40 per cent of low-carbon fuel penetration for marine transport by 2050.

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Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said that the decarbonization of the maritime industry presented an opportunity for Malaysia to become a green fuel bunkering hub.

“Decarbonization of this sector presents an opportunity for Malaysia to position as a green fuel bunkering hub as Malaysia’s ports account for 24 to 26 per cent of annual container throughput within Asean.

“The marine transport operations are also expected to include a diversified fuel landscape, characterized by the coexistence of e-ammonia and e-methanol.

Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook (two from left) said that the decarbonization of the maritime industry presented an opportunity for Malaysia to become a green fuel bunkering hub. -NSTP/ROHANIS SHUKRI

“(And) these present promising prospects for fostering economic expansion in Malaysia, given the nation’s strategic aspirations within the hydrogen economy,” he said in his keynote address at the High-Level 15th Regional Environmentally Sustainable Transport Forum in Asia.

Loke also emphasized the importance of the aviation industry, noting Malaysia’s acceptance of the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) as an all-encompassing strategy to reduce carbon emissions and align with global aviation industry objectives.

Also present was Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadhillah Yusof.

“In the context of the aviation sector, Malaysia recognizes the importance of SAF as a holistic approach to reduce carbon emissions and align with global aviation industry goals.

“Malaysia’s National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR) also outlines three key initiatives to be implemented for this sector, including the development of a comprehensive aviation decarbonization roadmap, implementation of SAF blending mandate and conducting a palm oil-feedstock emissions study to ensure sustainable sourcing for SAF production.”

In the same development, he added that Malaysia was also committed to the journey towards sustainable transport and was taking drastic actions to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of our transportation systems.

“As we see the effects of climate change taking hold, it is more important than ever to seek sustainable solutions, not only to create a cleaner and healthier world, but also to prevent catastrophic changes to the environment in the future.

“In this context, sustainability demands transportation that is low or zero-emission, energy efficient and affordable.

“Hence, Malaysia is firmly committed to this journey towards sustainable transport and is taking drastic actions to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of our transportation systems.”

Source: www.nst.com.my

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New Maritime Agency Aims to Tap into Türkiye’s Growing Potential

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ea & Ports Group has partnered with Link Logistics to launch a new maritime agency called Imagesa Türkiye. This new agency, which will commence its operations on November 1, will focus on representing Marguisa Shipping Lines and expanding Sea & Ports Group’s presence in the rapidly growing region of Türkiye.

The region has strong links with both Spain and Africa in terms of cargo volumes and customers, which makes it a lucrative market for the Sea & Ports Group and Link Logistics to explore.

By making this strategic move, the two companies aim to take advantage of the immense potential of the Turkish maritime market, combining their expertise and resources.

Diego Castillo, Managing Director of Sea & Ports Group, expressed his enthusiasm for the venture, stating, “This joint venture with Link Logistics represents a significant milestone for Sea & Ports Group. We are confident that Imagesa Türkiye will play a pivotal role in our strategic expansion efforts in the Eurasian country, a region of increasing importance to our global operations. Through this partnership, we look forward to providing top-tier maritime services to our valued clients.”

“We are delighted to announce the deepening of our collaboration with Marguisa Shipping Lines, the agency we represent, and its parent company Sea & Ports Group.

Established through the synergy between Link Logistics and Sea & Ports, Imagesa Türkiye Logistics Services Ltd., is set to become Marguisa Shipping Lines’ new agency in Türkiye. This partnership aims to enhance the diversity of our logistics services, leveraging the extensive market knowledge and experience of both parties. With the aim of positioning Türkiye, a production hub attractive to both Europe and Africa, for a larger market share, we are enthusiastic about this new chapter in our business relationship,’ added Burak Kartal, General Coordinator of Link Logistics.

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Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Indonesian President Joko Widodo meet at Seri Perdana in Putrajaya, Malaysia, June 8, 2023.

Malaysia, Indonesia Still in Talks Over Maritime Border, Says PM Anwar M

alaysia and Indonesia have yet to reach full agreement on several maritime border disputes, including in the Sulawesi Sea, despite signing a number of treaties last week, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said, adding that such delicate matters need further discussion.

The two countries have been locked in an 18-year dispute primarily revolving around overlapping territorial claims in the Sulawesi Sea and the waters off the coast of Borneo Island, which is divided between the two nations and Brunei.

“It should be noted that there are areas still under negotiation, including Sebatik Island and South Sulawesi, [which are] not included in this treaty because we will need to call a representative from Sabah [state] to discuss the matter. Hence, they have not been finalized due to a small outstanding issue,” he said.

Anwar said he had made it clear to Widodo – who is popularly known as Jokowi – that Malaysia stood firm on its territorial claims.

During Indonesian President Joko Widodo’s visit to Malaysia last week, a joint statement between the two Southeast Asian nations announced the signing of six agreements, including two treaties on the delimitation of each nations’ territory in the

“President Jokowi, according to his experts, claims it belongs to Indonesia; so, we have postponed and will continue discussions,” he said.

Malacca Strait and Sulawesi Sea.

He also said the agreements did not include borders along Tanjung Pelepas Port in the southern state of Johor, a ship-toship transfer area.

Though the treaties were heralded as a breakthrough after 18 years of negotiations, parts of the longstanding maritime dispute have not yet been resolved, Anwar said during question time in Malaysia’s Parliament.

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The maritime disputes are significant for both nations due to their economic implications, including rights to fishing, oil and

gas exploration, as well as maritime security.

Anwar was responding to a question in Parliament from opposition lawmaker Takiyuddin Hassan, who asked if Malaysia’s sovereignty had been compromised by signing the treaties.

The prime minister denied the government had defied expert opinion on the treaties. He said it had sought advice from various agencies including the foreign ministry, the maritime department, the National Security Council, the Department of Survey and Mapping, and the attorney-general.

“The question of sovereignty cannot be compromised,” he said, adding he also did not want to jeopardize bilateral relations.

“I will continue to consider Indonesia as a friendly nation …

But we will not sacrifice even an inch of Malaysian territory.”

In a joint statement last week, Widodo said he welcomed the “settlement negotiation of territorial sea borders in [the] Sulawesi Sea and the southern part of the Malacca Strait after 18 years of the negotiation.”

However, analysts said the agreements were based on nondisputed areas and some of the most sensitive overlapping claims were left out.

“In this case, the differences still remain on disputed territories and both countries have maintained their rights and claims on the specific parts of the areas, including in the Port of Tanjung Pelepas,” said Collins Chong Yew Keat, a foreign affairs observer at the University of Malaya.

“These will be carried on in the rounds of discussions and

talks, but the positive momentum of the agreement on the nondisputed areas will be a … better foundation in the talks.”

The Prime Minister’s Office and Malaysia’s foreign affairs ministry did not immediately reply to a request for more details on the treaties.

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Teuku Faizasyah, a spokesman for the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said that the agreements signed last week were for the maritime boundaries in the southern part of the Malacca Strait and in the Sulawesi Sea. “After this, the two countries still have to negotiate the boundaries of the exclusive economic zone and the continental shelf,” he said, adding maritime boundaries take a “long time to solve.”

The most sensitive areas of discussion were around where oil conglomerates from both countries have vested interests, such as exploration and the establishment of rigs, said Azmi Hassan, a geopolitical expert at the Nusantara Academy for Strategic Research.

Malaysia needed to sign a comprehensive treaty with Indonesia, said Mohd Hazmi Mohd Rusli, a research associate at the Asian Institute of International Affairs and Diplomacy at University Utara Malaysia.

“What Anwar is doing is a good sign,” he told BenarNews. “We need a treaty with a proper maritime delimitation line...like the one we had with Singapore in 1995.”

Anwar and Widodo said last week that continued maritime boundary negotiations would start soon on all remaining and unresolved issues.

Indonesian President Joko Widodo, center, walks with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim as they visit a local wet market in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, June 8, 2023. [AP] Source: www.benarnews.org

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Ministry Seeks to Form Maritime Education Association in SE Asia T

he Ministry of Transportation has initiated efforts toward the formation of an association for Southeast Asian sailing and maritime educational institutions.

In a statement received, Transportation Minister Budi Karya Sumadi said that the push for collaboration between sailing institutions across Southeast Asia reflects the government’s commitment to advancing education and training in the sailing and maritime field.

“STIP Jakarta and other maritime education institutions in Southeast Asia have a crucial role in leading education curriculum development that always follows the development of science, technology, law, economics, and management in the maritime and sailing field,” Sumadi said.

While opening the 2023 Conference in Maritime Education and Training in Southeast Asia (Cometsea) in Jakarta, he asked associations of educational institutions to cooperate with sailing and maritime industry players in Southeast Asia.

According to him, such efforts are needed to close the gap between theoretical knowledge learned in college and practical skills needed in the industrial world.

“We want to ensure that the cadets’ education and training is in line with industry needs and they are ready to face the challenges of the dynamic sailing industry,” he explained.

The minister said that he expects the collaboration between academia and the industry to contribute to realizing a sustainable maritime ecosystem.

Transportation Minister Budi Karya Sumadi at the 2023 Conference in Maritime Education and Training in Southeast Asia (Cometsea) in Jakarta on Tuesday (September 26, 2023). (ANTARA/HO-BKIP Kemenhub)

The initiative aims to improve the human resource quality of STIP graduates so that they can meet international standards, he added.

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“In addition to meeting global demands, this collaboration underscores the importance of protecting the maritime environment,” he said.

Several speakers, including head of the Transportation Human Resources Development Agency (BPSDMP), Djoko Sasono, and STIP head Ahmad Wahid attended the international conference, which was themed “Enhancing Maritime Education and Training in Southeast Asia.”

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Singapore, Malaysia Navies Complete Bilateral Maritime Exercise

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he Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) and the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) successfully completed a bilateral maritime exercise.

The 31st edition of Exercise Malapura kicked off on Sept 5 at the Lumut Naval Base in Malaysia, with sailors from both navies engaging in professional exchanges, exercise planning and sports activities.

The sea phase of the exercise followed in the Malacca Strait from, with air defence exercises, gunnery firings, and cross-deck landings of the S-70B naval helicopter on the RMN KD Lekiu frigate.

The two navies also carried out maritime security drills and communication and manoeuvring exercises.

During the 10-day exercise, the RSN deployed the RSS Steadfast Formidable-class frigate, along with an S-70B naval helicopter and a Victory-class missile corvette, the RSS Valiant.

The RMN deployed the KD Lekiu frigate, along with a Super Lynx naval helicopter, and the KD Lekir corvette.

A Singapore S-70B naval helicopter making a cross-deck landing on the Malaysian navy ship KD Lekiu. PHOTO: MINDEF/FACEBOOK

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Two Royal Malaysian Air Force F/A-18D fighter aircraft also took part in the exercise.

Source: www.straitstimes.com

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Kuok Maritime Group Buys Offshore Module Fabricator McPec S

hipping group says deal enables it to expand presence in the global modular construction market

Kuok Maritime Group has acquired Singapore-based McPEC Marine & Offshore Engineering, a company best known for fabricating complex module systems for FPSOs and offshore structures.

The company said the deal adds new capabilities and solutions Kuok Maritime’s portfolio which includes dry-bulk shipping company Pacific Carriers, offshore vessel operator PACC Offshore Services (POSH), tugboat operator Pacific Workboats and shipyard group PaxOcean.

Singaporean offshore player POSH gets into expansion mode with BOA construction vessel buy Describing McPEC as “a leading provider of integrated and turnkey solutions for marine, offshore, energy, market in engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning,” Kuok Maritime managing director and CEOLow Soon Teck said: “Our ambition is to provide integrated and sustainable maritime solutions to our clients. This acquisition marks a major milestone for our group.”

McPEC, which has a fabrication yard in Singapore, has been collaborating with PaxOcean since 2019. As a subsidiary of Kuok Maritime, it will gain access to a dedicated space used for module building in PaxOcean’s 570,000 square meter shipyard on the Indonesian island of Batam.

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MCPEC will also be able to tap into 60-vessel POSH fleet, which includes semi-submersible accommodation and construction vessels and anchor handlers, the types of vessels used for transporting and installing modules on offshore structures.

McPEC managing director and founder Jonathan Lee said: “Being part of Kuok Maritime Group increases the product ranges, market coverage and capacity of our company. We will now be able to leverage on the larger Kuok Maritime Group network to access new markets and customers, and to tap on more resources and expertise to propel the business to new heights.”

Lee and managing director Lee Weijia, will continue to lead McPEC post-acquisition.

Source: www.tradewindnews.com

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Singapore Retains World’s Top Maritime Center for 10th Consecutive Year ‘We thank our international partners, industry, the research and enterprise community, as well as unions for the achievement,’ said Teo Eng Dih, Chief Executive of MPA. The latest Xinhua-Baltic ISCD index published this year by the Baltic Exchange and China’s Xinhua News Agency, ranked Singapore as the leading maritime center among 43 global maritime hubs.

The index provides an independent ranking of the performance of maritime locations on factors including cargo throughput, port facilities, maritime services and business environment.

“This was made possible by the strong support of our tripartite partners from the industry and unions. We will continue to grow our maritime industry to create more good jobs for our people, and make Singapore the global maritime hub of choice.”

“We thank our international partners, industry, the research and enterprise community, as well as unions for the achievement.

Together, our strong tripartite relationship has supported the development of Singapore as the preferred International Maritime Centre,” added Teo Eng Dih, Chief Executive of the MPA.

Singapore’s strategic location, international outlook and established ecosystem of professional global maritime services, as well as good governance, have contributed to the growth of our international maritime center serving the global community.

“We remain committed to fostering an environment that encourages enterprise, innovation, and talent development. We will continue our work with our partners to enhance Singapore’s connectivity, advance digitalization efforts, and accelerate the decarbonization of international shipping.”

“Singapore is honored to top the Xinhua-Baltic International Shipping Centre Development Index for the 10th consecutive year,” said Chee Hong Tat, Acting Minister for Transport and Senior Minister of State for Finance.

The Xinhua-Baltic ISCD Index ranking was announced at the 2023 North Bund Forum held in Shanghai and co-hosted by the Shanghai Municipal People’s Government and the Ministry of Transport of China.

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Malaysia Needs to Inform the UN and Enhance Maritime Security- Syed Hamid

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alaysia needs to enhance its national maritime security control following China’s claims in the South China Sea as outlined in the ‘China Standard Map Edition 2023.

Previously, the media reported that the Chinese Ministry of Natural Resources issued the China Standard Map Edition 2023, which covers a significant portion of Malaysian waters near Sabah and Sarawak

Former Foreign Minister, Tan Sri Syed Hamid Albar, stated that, if necessary, Malaysia should also inform the United Nations (UN) of its actions.

The map incorporates disputed areas, particularly involving Arunachal Pradesh, the Aksai Chin region, Taiwan and the South China Sea. It also involves the maritime areas of Malaysia’s exclusive economic zones (EEZ) near Sabah and Sarawak, Brunei, the Philippines, Indonesia, and Vietnam.

As a result, Malaysia will send a formal protest note to China and will not recognize the claims made by the country in the South China Sea as outlined in the ‘China Standard Map Edition 2023’, which includes Malaysia’s maritime areas.

After Malaysia, several other countries including India, the Philippines and Taiwan also do not recognize the China Standard Map Edition 2023 issued by Beijing

Former Foreign Minister, Tan Sri Syed Hamid Albar. -NSTP FILE/MIKAIL ONG

He further mentioned that notifying the UN could prevent any potential aggressive actions by China towards the country.

“The UN can be informed in accordance with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) 1982... this can prevent aggressive actions by China.

The Law of the Sea Convention defines the rights and responsibilities of states in their use of the world’s oceans, establishing guidelines for commerce, the environment and the management of natural resources in the sea

At the same time, Syed Hamid mentioned that Wisma Putra (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) is seen as taking appropriate actions in clarifying Malaysia’s position on the matter.

“This is because protest notes are the primary method to reinforce the rights and sovereignty of the country,” he said.

“Malaysia also needs to inform our actions to other ASEAN countries,” he told reporters.

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The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) disposed of various types of drugs weighing 1,301 kilograms (kg), worth more than RM27 million, that was seized between 2020 and earlier this year.

Its deputy director-general (Management), Khairul Anwar Bachok said the drugs were seized in the Kedah and Perlis Maritime Zones; the Kuala Kedah Maritime Zones; the Tanjung Sedili Maritime Zone and the Batu Pahat Maritime Zone in Johor.

Its deputy director-general (Management), Khairul Anwar Bachok said the drugs were seized in the Kedah and Perlis Maritime Zones; the Kuala Kedah Maritime Zones; the Tanjung Sedili Maritime Zone and the Batu Pahat Maritime Zone in Johor. - NSTP/Azrul Edham

“The disposal of drugs such as cannabis, heroin, morphine, methamphetamine and Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) was carried out after MMEA received an official court order.

“The drug disposal process is carried out using the burning method in an incubator. It is a safe and effective way to destroy the drugs without polluting the environment,” he said at the press conference at Syarikat Kualiti Alam.

Also present were Johor MMEA director, First Admiral Nurul Hizam Zakaria and Kedah/ Perlis MMEA director First Admiral Romli Mustafa.

He said for the Kedah and Perlis zones, seizures were made at the coastal border between Kuala Perlis and Satun, Thailand, Source: www.nst.com.my

with the drugs being thrown into the sea after realizing the presence of the authorities.

The drug was brought in from a neighboring country and believed to be marketed here including in Langkawi and Penang, he said.

In Johor, he said that the drugs were from neighboring countries and Malaysia was a transit location before they were marketed abroad with the mastermind believed to involve local citizens.

Khairul Anwar also said that MMEA will increase patrols and enforcement in the country’s waters, especially at hotspot locations where suspected criminal activities such as drug smuggling at sea takes MARITIME VOICE ASEAN | NOV-JAN 2024

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Maritime Malaysia Undertakes Joint Training with US Coast Guard

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he Malaysia Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) and the United States Coast Guard (USCG) are undergoing joint training to improve maritime skills and knowledge in various aspects between the two countries.

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MMEA enforcement and coordination division director Maritime Rear Admiral Aminuddin Abdul Rashid said the inaugural exercise also provided wider exposure on maritime security and shipping to more than 30 officers in the four-day collaboration, which started on Saturday (Aug 27).

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“We are learning a lot in terms of preparedness and maritime enforcement operations in which the US Coast Guard is more experienced as we have only been operating for 18 years,” he said.

“They will learn how to work on a ship like this, for me this kind of experience is hard to get, whereby (USCGC Munro) agreed to accept our officers on board to sail to Thailand until Singapore.

He said this after attending a training session on board the US Coast Guard Cutter (USCGC) Munro at Kuantan Port here today, where US chargé d’affaires Manu Bhalla and USCGC Munro Commanding Officer Captain Rula F. Deisher were also

“I also intend to invite Captain Deisher to share her experience as a female ship commanding officer with our young officers, especially women, in our effort to produce more women commanders,” he said.

present.

Media representatives were allowed on board to view the facilities on board the six-year-old ship, which includes a helicopter and three small boats.

Among the exercises being carried out are Search drills (interdiction) and Damage Control Fire Fighting (DCFF), while MMEA officers also boarded the USCGC Munro to examine the capabilities of the ship.

Meanwhile, Aminuddin informed that two MMEA officers also participated in on-board training with USCGC Munro to expose them to deeper maritime and navigational knowledge.

Source: www.thesundaily.com

Meanwhile, Bhalla said Malaysia plays an important role in maritime security in the region as it straddles one of the busiest shipping lanes in the world.

He added that Malaysia is on the front lines of combating transnational organized crime, drug and wildlife trafficking as well as illegal, unregulated and unreported fishing.

“The visit by (USCGC) Munro is just one example of the strong partnership between the US and Malaysia on maritime security and maritime law enforcement. This partnership supports Malaysia’s efforts to protect its sovereignty and territorial integrity as well as uphold international law,” he said.

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PRODUCT & TECHNOLOGY NEWS

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Maritime Technology Firms Eye Vessel OT Data Analysis With MoU The goal is more effective vessel operational technology (OT) data analysis through integrated onboard datacollection and cloud-transmission services, that combine Danelec’s data and server infrastructure with Alpha Ori’s Smartship software applications.

In practice, the collaboration will revolve around onboarding platforms for data collection and delivery, with navigation-related components such as shore visualisation and analytical services forming the core outputs.

Danelec and Alpha Ori have signed an MoU to further co-operation (source: Danelec)

The companies said the MoU offers an avenue for both parties to explore a potential strategic partnership around data-linked vessel services for maritime customers.

“This joint effort is designed to help operational organisations in providing and supporting high-quality services related to maritime safety, navigation optimisation and predictive maintenance,” a joint statement from the companies said.

Commenting on the MoU, Danelec chief executive Casper Jensen said, “We see great potential in leveraging the synergies of our strong capabilities within data capturing and ship performance, and Alpha Ori’s... analysis and digital solutions... to deliver new services that will enable shipowners to optimise their operations and accelerate the industry’s route to net zero.”

Alpha Ori co-chief executive Bala Sankaran added, “Harnessing the power of data collected through Danelec’s infrastructure, we believe we can enhance operational efficiency and achieve the highest levels of safety on board ships.”

Technology developer Danelec manufactures voyage data recorders, shaft power meters and provides maritime internet of things infrastructure and ship performance management services. Alpha Ori is a key player in research, development and commercialisation of digital technology for the maritime industry, focusing on accelerating technology that can help bring about reduced emissions, operational improvements and enhanced safety.

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PTP Joins MalaysiaAustralia Decarbonization Initiative to Fuel Maritime Transformation The Malaysian Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP), a joint venture between APM Terminals (30%) and the MMC Group, has been selected to join the Partnerships for Infrastructure (P4I) initiative, a government-togovernment decarbonization scheme between Malaysia and Australia.

The P4I project aims to spearhead Malaysia’s decarbonizing effort in the maritime industry and to foster inclusive growth through sustainable infrastructure in Southeast Asia.

Malaysia has the potential to develop into a regional green fuel bunkering hub with the support of both industry and government, according to a study by the Australian Government’s Partnership for Infrastructure (P4I). The study also found that methanol is the green fuel option receiving the most investment from shipping lines.

The study was undertaken in response to a request from Malaysia’s Transport Ministry (MoT) to better understand zerocarbon bunkering and explore the potential for green refueling sites in Malaysia.

“We hope that the successful implementation of this initiative will become a game changer in transforming the regional maritime industry and further promote opportunities for Malaysia to lead in this area of maritime decarbonization,” said PTP Chief Executive Officer, Marco Neelsen.

“Given the size and strategic location of PTP, it has the potential to play a key role regionally and globally in supporting maritime and trade decarbonization,” commented Executive General Manager Commercial at Port of Melbourne, Shaun Mooney.

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According to Neelsen, rising fuel prices and carbon taxes will be costly to those who do not transition.

“There will be an extra cost in the future, so we need to start incorporating it,” he says.

“Our customers, which are the shipping lines, forwarders, warehouses and their customers, have different demands than they had 10 years ago. Therefore, this is part of our transformation journey. It has been requested by customers, whose children are asking questions [about how sustainable their products are]. The logistics [industry] has to adapt to it,” concludes Marco Neelsen, CEO of PTP.

The company plans to electrify all its rubber tyred gantry (RTG) cranes — mobile cranes that stack and transport containers — and yard by the end of this year. It is also testing electric prime movers, which are the trucks that move containers, and electric or hybrid fuel tugs and pilot boats. PTP’s digital transformation also involves tracking its assets and using digital twins.

“Digitalization, operational efficiency and sustainability are all moving as one transformation activity. It’s something that we can see having a positive impact. Rather than working on your own, we do the transformation together,” says Khairul Amalin Abd Rahman, Senior General Manager at PTP. PTP’s decarbonization goal is to reduce 45% of its emissions by 2030, having already shaved 30% off its carbon emissions by 2021 compared with its 2011 baseline via electrification and decarbonization of assets.

Source: www.offshore-energy.biz

Over the next five years, PTP has earmarked RM3 billion (around USD 640 million) to step up efforts to upgrade its current terminal footprint, including automation, digitalization, and other port functions.

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One of the technologies used at PTP is the vessel traffic management system. The VTMS is connected to the Marine Resource Management System (MRMS) and Vessel Traffic Monitoring and Information System (VTMIS) — both of which are used to step up measures to become a “green” port. It improves the efficiency of vessel traffic movements and the safety of navigation.

The MRMS is able to integrate the entire process, from booking a berth to populating shipping registers, ordering pilots and providing vessel arrivals and departures. In 2022, PTP handled 10,608 vessel calls.

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Singapore’s Jasper Investments and Berlitz Marine Forge Offshore Tie-Up S

ingapore-based Jasper Investments has entered into a strategic collaboration framework agreement with fellow vessel owner and operator Berlitz Marine to expand and grow the company’s core marine and offshore business.

The duo will look into various ventures, including the acquisition, operation and management of offshore support vessels for deployment in the Southeast Asia and Gulf Cooperation Council regions.

Jasper, which mostly targets investments in the offshore oil and gas drilling and services sector, said in a stock exchange filing that the companies will also link up for other marine and MARITIME VOICE ASEAN | NOV-JAN 2024

offshore related services and supplies, including project and logistics management, operations and maintenance services, fleet management and marine supply.

Established by KM Chan in early 2013, Berlitz lists 19 vessels on its website, comprising tugs and barges, anchor handling tugs, anchor handling supply tugs and multipurpose vessels.

Jasper added that the parties are currently looking at up to eight OSVs as preliminary targets but that there is no limit to the number of vessels that may be supplied under the acquisition programme.

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Eutelsat and Can Marine to Enhance Global Maritime Connectivity Over Asia-Pacific Region • Showcasing the compelling advantage of the Eutelsat ADVANCE solution • Leveraging the unique, ground-breaking, multiorbit GEO/LEO offering • Responding to the buoyancy of the maritime connectivity market in the region “We are proud to see our managed connectivity solution, Eutelsat ADVANCE, continue to successfully expand with Can Marine. This collaboration testifies to the strong momentum of the maritime connectivity business, particularly within Asia, and further establishes Eutelsat as an indispensable player in maritime connectivity.”

Eutelsat Communications (Euronext Paris: ETL) announces a partnership with Can Marine Systems, a prominent provider of maritime systems in Asia. The collaboration brings nextgeneration satellite communication services to the maritime sector across Asia, offering enhanced connectivity and capabilities for maritime businesses operating at sea (cargo shipping, passenger ferries, and offshore) in this vast region.

The partnership leverages the Eutelsat ADVANCE hybrid GEO/LEO service portfolio, an innovative satellite networkas-a-service providing high-end connectivity to users through a global network of unparalleled coverage. Eutelsat ADVANCE

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offers a range of scalable versatile managed connectivity services that combine LEO constellation coverage ubiquity and low latency with robust GEO satellite reliability and predictable committed throughput. This unique combined offering will help Can Marine address business opportunities across Asia, tailoring solutions to customers’ specific needs, and reinforcing their position as a leading provider of maritime systems in the region.

Lim Ding Liang, Vice President of Can Marine Systems, said: We acknowledge and appreciate the Eutelsat ADVANCE Hybrid LEO/GEO services and their alignment with our strategic future objectives, especially their seamless integration with our Canopus™ Suite of services. This partnership aims to further augment the reach of comprehensive connectivity services within our region, promoting growth and providing unparalleled solutions to our valued users.

Cyril Dujardin, General Manager of the Connectivity Business Unit, said: “We are proud to see our managed connectivity solution, Eutelsat ADVANCE, continue to successfully expand with Can Marine. This collaboration testifies to the strong momentum of the maritime connectivity business, particularly within Asia, and further establishes Eutelsat as an indispensable player in maritime connectivity.”

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ABS hosted its annual meeting of the Korea National Committee, bringing together maritime leaders from around the country to discuss the latest developments in technology, sustainability, regulations and market trends in the shipping industry.

Committee members heard from ABS President and COO John McDonald who reported that ABS has secured the number one position in global orderbook share and grown the fleet to 285 million gross tons, with more than 11,400 assets.

“Together with Korean shipyards and owners, we are working on cutting edge projects that will shape the future of our industry, driving significant sustainability and performance outcomes for our clients. ABS is proud to be the class of choice for Korean shipyards and to support the innovation we will need to reach 2050,” said McDonald.

Vassilios Kroustallis, ABS Senior Vice President, Global Business Development, briefed the committee on major market trends and provided a projection of how the global fleet may be impacted by global economics, geopolitics, decarbonization and the appetite for new technologies.

Stamatis Fradelos, ABS Vice President, Regulatory Affairs, provided an informative presentation on the latest developments in the dynamic regulatory environment, including the statutory legislation driving significant changes in the maritime industry, which generated many questions and input from the members.

Group photo of the 2023 ABS Korea National Committee Meeting

Kyou-Bong Lee President and CEO of Hyundai LNG Shipping spoke at the ABS dinner reception on the prior evening, recognizing the participation of more than 30 high profile members from the Korean shipping and shipbuilding community that “will provide important insight into the future of our industry.”

The committee meetings are a forum for ABS members, including owners, operators, charterers, and industry representatives from flag Administrations, owner associations, and the shipbuilding and insurance sectors, to come together with ABS leaders and discuss safety and other industry issues and developments. These forums are an important part of an ongoing dialogue with the industry to address technical, operational and regulatory challenges.

The products and services herein described in this press release are not endorsed by The Maritime Executive.

Sung-Ick Kim, President and CEO for SK Shipping, kicked-off the committee meeting by complimenting ABS for its technical and regulatory insight as well as highlighting key topics for members such as EU carbon trading schemes, the impact of CII requirements, future fuels and decarbonization technologies.

Source: maritime-executive.com

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Interview with Dr. Renco Yong,

the President of the Sarawak Association of Maritime Industries (SAMIN) Dr. Renco Yong

SAMIN President (2019-2023) Dr. Renco Yong obtained his Bachelor’s Degree from Swinburne University, Australia in Management 2000 and obtained his Master’s in Business Administration in 2002. After working in the Shipping, Shipbuilding, and Ship Repair industry for more than 10 years, he decided to further study at University Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) and obtained his PhD in Maritime Technology in 2017. He has more than 20 years of working experience in the field of Shipping, Shipbuilding, and Ship repair industries. He has been with Gimhwak Group of Companies since 2003 as Executive Director, whose main role in strategic planning, management, and decision-making for the corporate function involves Shipbuilding, Ship Repair (SBSR), Shipping, Crane & Machinery Recondition, Design and Planning, Project Management and Business Development.

He successfully transformed the traditional family business model into a modern and international business by obtaining ISO9001 in 2003 and obtaining many business and industry awards. He loves to develop himself by enhancing his skills, he obtained a license for Master Domestic below 500GT, a Visual Welding Inspector License, an Open Water Diver License, etc. During 2008-2010, Gimhwak Group of companies invested and restructured another two shipyards to become part of the Gimhwak Group, and develop more fleet and international business in Shipbuilding and Ship Repairs.

Dr. Renco is also actively involved in the association which is the President of the Sarawak Association of Maritime Industries (SAMIN), the Advisor for the Sarawak and Sabah Shipowners Association (SSSA), and Sibu Shipyards Association (SSA). He was invited to more than 10 different countries, and given more than 100 talks in the forum, conferences, dialog, and seminars, regarding maritime, shipping, and related industry.

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SAMIN has actively assisted its members during the COVID-19 lockdown by facilitating ship delivery, crew sign-on/off procedures, testing and immigration processes, industrial vaccination, and permit-to-work applications. This proactive support indicates a commitment to sustaining and advancing the industry during challenging times.

Vision for Internationalization

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Sarawak Association of Maritime Industries (SAMIN) established in 2018 aims to promote the interests of the maritime industry focusing on the state of Sarawak. How was SAMIN formed and what are the visions of the association?

Sarawak is known as the Shipbuilding hub in Malaysia, according to the Marine Department there are more than 100 shipyards big or small established and operated in Sarawak.

The founding President Mr. Ngieng Ping Sing proposed to unite all the shipyards in Sarawak by proposing this agenda during the annual general meeting (AGM) held by the Sibu Shipyards Association (SSA) in 2017 this motion was passed by all participants during the AGM. It is the first in Sarawak’s history that the unity of all the marine industries under one association has been created. Miri Shipyards Association (MSA) also joined SAMIN very soon after being officially approved by the Registrar of Society (ROS).

- SAMIN has a vision to bring Sarawak’s maritime industry to an international level, emphasizing the importance of providing quality maritime products and services. This vision implies a forward-looking approach and a focus on elevating the industry’s global presence.

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How does SAMIN plan to establish a platform for the industry and government to enhance and promote the maritime industry in Sarawak? What are the current initiatives at the moment?

Strategic Partnerships - SAMIN has established a strategic partnership with STATOS Sarawak, indicating a collaborative effort to participate in the Asia Pacific Maritime Expo in 2024.

- The plan to set up a Sarawak Pavilion during the expo suggests a collective effort to showcase Sarawak’s maritime capabilities.

SAMIN’s Vision, and Achievements International Exposure and Collaboration - SAMIN has taken its members to international exhibitions in Singapore, Sydney, Australia, and China to showcase Sarawak’s maritime products and services.

- The participation in the Maritime Exhibition in Jakarta, Indonesia in May 2023, and MIMEX in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia November 2023, as well as the business mission trip to Shanghai, China Maritime exhibition in December 2023, indicates a commitment to international collaboration and exposure.

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The Sarawak government allocated RM90 million for 6 units of high-speed vessels for the Sarawak Coast Guard in 2021.

SAMIN in collaboration and express our concern to localize Sarawak maritime industries. Therefore, all 6 vessels are designed and built by Sarawak designer and shipbuilder, they are also SAMIN’s members who participated public tender and got the award for this project. All 6 vessels were delivered in 2023.

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Is there any future project or collaboration on the Shipbuilding and Ship-Repair (SBSR) in Sarawak?

What are the growths and demands in the SBSR currently?

SAMIN’s participation in upcoming events such as the Maritime Exhibition in Jakarta, Indonesia, and the Shanghai China Maritime Exhibition in December 2023 suggests ongoing efforts to explore opportunities, network, and promote the SBSR industry in Sarawak.

In summary, SAMIN’s activities and collaborations signal a proactive approach to enhancing the shipbuilding and shiprepair sector in Sarawak, with a focus on internationalization, collaboration with industry partners, and active participation in key maritime events. The planned initiatives and partnerships provide a foundation for potential future projects and collaborations in the SBSR industry in Sarawak.

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What is SAMINS’s plan for the advancement and development of Sarawak SBSR?

SAMIN’s active participation in the development of Sarawak’s maritime industry extends beyond traditional shipbuilding and ship-repair activities. The organization has strategically embraced advancements in green technology, LNG (Liquefied

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Natural Gas) ship development, shipbuilding automation, and cutting-edge technologies such as 3D ship design and modeling.

Here’s an elaboration on SAMIN’s involvement in these key areas: 1. Green Technology in Shipbuilding: - SAMIN recognizes the global shift towards sustainable practices and environmentally friendly technologies. Active participation in green technology initiatives within the maritime industry suggests a commitment to reducing the environmental impact of shipbuilding activities.

- This involvement may include exploring and adopting ecofriendly materials, energy-efficient propulsion systems, and other sustainable practices that align with international environmental standards.

2. LNG Ships Development: - LNG-powered ships are gaining prominence as a cleaner and more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional fuel sources. SAMIN’s participation in LNG ship development indicates a forward-looking approach to aligning Sarawak’s maritime industry with global trends in clean energy.

- This involvement may encompass collaboration with industry experts, research institutions, and government bodies to promote the adoption of LNG technology in shipbuilding and operations.

3. Shipbuilding Automation: - Automation is a key driver of efficiency and productivity in modern shipbuilding. SAMIN’s active involvement in shipbuilding automation suggests a commitment to incorporating advanced technologies to streamline processes, reduce costs, and enhance the overall competitiveness of Sarawak’s shipbuilding industry.

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- This participation may involve training programs, technology transfer initiatives, and partnerships with automation solution providers to implement state-of-the-art automation systems in shipyards.

4. 3D Ship Design and Modeling: - 3D ship design and modeling represent a significant leap forward in the shipbuilding industry, enabling more accurate and efficient design processes. SAMIN’s engagement in this area indicates a commitment to leveraging advanced digital technologies for improved design, visualization, and construction of maritime vessels.

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Looking ahead, how can SAMIN drive Malaysia’s shipbuilding industry further?

In summary, SAMIN’s proactive involvement in green technology, LNG ship development, shipbuilding automation, and 3D ship design and modeling reflects a strategic vision to position Sarawak’s maritime industry as a leader in innovation and sustainability. This approach not only enhances the industry’s competitiveness but also contributes to the global maritime shift towards environmentally responsible practices and advanced technological solutions.

- This involvement may include training programs for industry professionals, collaboration with software developers, and the establishment of standards for 3D ship design and modeling in Sarawak’s shipbuilding sector.

5. Research and Development Initiatives: - SAMIN’s active participation in these advanced technologies suggests a focus on research and development. Collaboration with research institutions and industry partners can facilitate innovation in areas such as materials science, propulsion systems, and automation technologies.

- Investment in R&D can contribute to the creation of a robust ecosystem that fosters continuous improvement and keeps Sarawak’s maritime industry at the forefront of technological advancements.

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