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The Sun
6 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Malaysia to lead ASEAN power grid implementation from 2025
KUCHING: Malaysia is poised to take a leading role in the ASEAN Power Grid (APG) initiative, with Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof confirming that implementation could begin as early as next year. The country's advanced infrastructure and existing cross-border electricity connections position it as a key player in the regional energy integration project. Fadillah, who also serves as Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister, highlighted Malaysia's progress during the International Energy Week 2025. He noted that key decisions on the APG roadmap will be finalised at the 43rd ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM) in Kuala Lumpur this October. 'The roadmap has been presented and received agreement in principle. If all goes well, implementation will begin as early as next year, subject to endorsement by ASEAN leaders,' he said. Malaysia already has operational interconnections with Thailand, Laos, and Singapore in Peninsular Malaysia, while Sarawak is linked to West Kalimantan. Plans are underway to extend the grid to Sabah and eventually connect with the southern Philippines, creating a loop in Borneo. Fadillah emphasised the need for regulatory alignment among ASEAN member states to ensure seamless integration. The APG, launched in 1997, aims to fully interconnect the region's power infrastructure by 2045. – Bernama
Barnama
6 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
Malaysia Poised To Lead ASEAN Power Grid Implementation Next Year
KUCHING, July 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is set to play a pivotal role in the implementation of the ASEAN Power Grid (APG) starting next year, with the country well-positioned to anchor the regional initiative aimed at integrating electricity transmission networks across Southeast Asia. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said key decisions regarding the APG roadmap were expected to be finalised at the 43rd ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM) in Kuala Lumpur this October, following encouraging progress made during the recent Senior Officials Meeting on Energy (SOME). 'The roadmap has been presented and received agreement in principle. If all goes well, implementation will begin as early as next year, subject to endorsement by ASEAN leaders,' he told reporters when met at the International Energy Week (IEW) 2025 here today. Fadillah, who is also Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister said Malaysia was already ahead in terms of infrastructure readiness and cross-border interconnection, placing it in a strong position to support the rollout of the regional grid. 'Our grid system needs to be upgraded, and the grid has to be connected between countries. In Semenanjung, we are already connected to Thailand, Laos and Singapore. 'In Sarawak, we are already connected to Kalimantan Barat and they have to upgrade the entire grid system, so that they'll also be connected to Sabah… then, eventually, there will be a loop in Borneo and it will also be connected to southern Philippines. 'We are already connected with Thailand and Singapore, and this gives us a strong advantage…. What we need now is regulatory alignment among member states,' he said. The APG, introduced in 1997, is a region-wide initiative to interconnect the electricity infrastructure among the bloc's 10 member countries, aiming to achieve fully integrated grid operation by 2045. -- BERNAMA
Malaysia Sun
7 days ago
- Business
- Malaysia Sun
Malaysia launches hybrid hydro floating solar, green hydrogen hub in Terengganu
Xinhua 14 Jul 2025, 22:45 GMT+10 KUALA LUMPUR, July 14 (Xinhua) -- Malaysia has launched a hybrid hydro floating solar and green hydrogen hub in Terengganu state on the country's east coast. The initiatives aimed to position Malaysia as a regional leader in the green hydrogen value chain while supporting the National Energy Transition Roadmap and the Hydrogen Economy and Technology Roadmap, said Malaysia's utility firm Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), state-owned oil and gas firm Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas), and state-owned investment firm Terengganu Inc. in a statement. The green hydrogen hub in Terengganu will be part of an integrated end-to-end value chain that encompasses round-the-clock renewable energy generation from resources such as the Kenyir HHFS facility, green hydrogen production, and derivatives including green methanol and green ammonia. The initiative was believed to strengthen TNB's and Petronas' roles as key government-linked companies in driving Malaysia's energy transition through collaboration with ASEAN and global partners. It will support the ASEAN Power Grid, advance sustainable solutions, foster knowledge transfer, and promote research and development.
The Sun
14-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
RM260m energy projects boost power supply for 60,000 in Sabah, Labuan
KOTA KINABALU: The Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA) has approved more than RM260 million for seven energy projects in Sabah and Labuan, targeting improved power supply for over 60,000 users. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof announced the initiative, emphasising its role in strengthening energy resilience under the Malaysia MADANI agenda. The projects, managed by the Sabah Electricity Supply Special Project Team (PPKBES), focus on upgrading substations, expanding grid networks, and enhancing safety systems in key areas such as Sipitang, Beaufort, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Ranau, Sandakan, and Labuan. Fadillah highlighted the completion of critical infrastructure, including a new gas-insulated switchgear at the Kota Kinabalu Main Intake Substation (PMU KKBU), which will support reliable electricity supply to the Kota Kinabalu International Airport. A major milestone is the seven-kilometre transmission line from Menggalong PMU to the Sipitang–Lawas border, finished in September last year. This line will enable Sabah to import 30 megawatts (MW) of electricity from Sarawak once Sarawak Energy completes its segment by September. The infrastructure is part of the ASEAN Power Grid, facilitating cross-border energy sharing among Malaysia, Sabah, Sarawak, and the Philippines, with a capacity of up to 500 MW. Fadillah stressed that these upgrades reflect the federal government's commitment to modernising Sabah and Labuan's energy infrastructure. The handover ceremony at PMU KKBU was attended by PETRA Deputy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir and secretary-general Datuk Mad Zaidi Mohd Karli. - Bernama
Barnama
14-07-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Over RM260 Mln For Seven Energy Projects To Benefit 60,000 In Sabah, Labuan
KOTA KINABALU, July 14 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA) has allocated over RM260 million for seven energy projects across Sabah and Labuan, aimed at improving electricity supply for 60,434 users, said Deputy Prime Minister and PETRA Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. He said the projects, implemented by the Sabah Electricity Supply Special Project Team (PPKBES), involve substation upgrades, expanded grid connectivity and improved safety monitoring systems in Sipitang, Beaufort, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Ranau, Sandakan and Labuan. 'These initiatives have strengthened transmission and distribution infrastructure in Sabah and Labuan, ensuring a more reliable power supply, reflecting the federal government's commitment to energy resilience in line with the Malaysia MADANI agenda,' he said. He was speaking to reporters after officiating the handover of the projects at the Kota Kinabalu Main Intake Substation (PMU KKBU) today. Also present were PETRA Deputy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir and PETRA secretary-general Datuk Mad Zaidi Mohd Karli. Fadillah said the PMU KKBU project includes a new gas-insulated switchgear and transformer facility to replace outdated systems, along with new cabling to enhance electricity supply to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. He also highlighted the completion of a seven-kilometre transmission line from the Menggalong PMU to the Sipitang-Lawas border, one of PPKBES' high-impact projects, which was completed on Sept 2 last year. The line will allow the import of 30 megawatts (MW) of electricity from Sarawak once Sarawak Energy completes its section in September. 'This grid is designed to carry up to 500 MW and is a key component of the ASEAN Power Grid, connecting Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah, Sarawak and the Philippines for sustainable cross-border energy sharing,' he noted. -- BERNAMA
