Life Water to boost annual capacity with new RM19mil line at Sandakan plant
KUALA LUMPUR: Homegrown bottled water manufacturer, Life Water Bhd is setting up an additional drinking water manufacturing line at its existing Sandakan Sibuga Plant 1.
In a statement, Life Water said the development forms part of the company's expansion strategy outlined in its initial public offering (IPO) prospectus.
The new manufacturing line is set to begin operations in the second half of 2025 and will increase the company's annual drinking water production capacity by an additional 178 million litres.
Life Water's current annual drinking water production capacity stands at 448 million litres, following the recent commencement of its Keningau Plant.
Upon completion of the new line at Sandakan Sibuga Plant 1, the group's total capacity will increase to 626 million litres per annum.
Life Water said the capital expenditure for this project is approximately RM19mil.
Managing director Liaw Hen Kong said the upcoming line not only supports the company's growth plans but is also designed with sustainability and efficiency at its core.
He highlighted that it underscores the company's commitment to adopting Industry 4.0 practices, while continuing to deliver quality drinking water to more Malaysians.
'In line with Industry 4.0 practices, the new manufacturing line will be equipped with automated systems to enhance operational efficiency. With smart control systems and energy-efficient technology in place, the company anticipates substantial utility savings — estimated at 29,700 tonnes of water and 215,424 kWh of energy per year.'
'The new line will also support our bottle light-weighting efforts, allowing us to reduce plastic usage and lower overall carbon emissions throughout the production and distribution process. These improvements are part of our broader strategy to scale up responsibly and contribute to a low-carbon, resource-efficient future,' he said.
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