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Daily Express
9 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Express
Sabah-Sarawak power grid link to be completed by year-end
Published on: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jun 18, 2025 By: Larry Ralon Text Size: Abdul Nasser (left) and James KUALA LUMPUR: The much-anticipated interconnection of power grids between Sabah and Sarawak is expected to materialise by the end of this year, marking a critical first step towards realising the Borneo Grid and, ultimately, the broader Asean Power Grid. Energy Commission of Sabah (Ecos) Chief Executive Officer Datuk Abdul Nasser Abdul Wahid described the development as 'the beginning part, the starting point' of the total Borneo Grid. Advertisement Speaking at the Energy Asia 2025 parallel session titled 'Energising Malaysia's Growth' held in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday, Nasser said the grid linkage between the two Borneo states holds strategic value not only for Sabah and Sarawak but also for the region's future power integration. 'The Borneo future will be the Asean Power Grid connecting to other surrounding regions. The advantage, especially for Sabah, is our geographical position. We aim to capitalise on that to play a key role in the regional energy ecosystem - within and beyond Asean,' he said. Also speaking during the same session was Sarawak Energy Group Chief Operating Officer James Ung Sing Kwong, who confirmed the planned interconnection between Sabah and Sarawak. 'As Datuk Nasser mentioned, we are targeting to connect with Sabah by the end of this year, enabling both states to share energy resources across Borneo,' said James. He added that Sarawak Energy is also looking to build upon this connection by forging stronger energy ties with neighbouring Brunei Darussalam and Indonesia's Kalimantan region - moves that would help lay the foundation for a seamless Borneo Grid. 'This Borneo Grid will then form part of the Asean Power Grid through further interconnections from Sarawak to the peninsula and Singapore,' he explained. According to James, the broader vision is to build an integrated, cross-border energy network that facilitates the exchange of renewable energy and enhances grid stability across Southeast Asia. 'This is perhaps the bigger picture of what Sarawak Energy is aspiring to in the next 10 years - a truly interconnected Asean energy future,' he said. James also recalled Sarawak's earlier success in regional interconnectivity. 'In 2016, Sarawak Energy began interconnecting our systems with Western Kalimantan. Since then, we have been sharing approximately 100 to 150 megawatts of electricity regularly.' The Sarawak–Western Kalimantan grid link marked a milestone in regional cooperation, enabling cross-border electricity trading and setting a precedent for the future Borneo and Asean power networks. The Energy Asia conference, hosted by Petronas, has brought together top leaders, policymakers, and innovators to chart pathways for sustainable growth, decarbonisation, and energy security in Asia. The Sabah–Sarawak grid link is seen as one of the tangible progress points emerging from regional collaboration. With the Sabah–Sarawak grid interconnection on track for completion by year-end, both states are poised to enter a new era of energy cooperation - one that may soon extend beyond Borneo to power the broader Asean region. * 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
The Sun
22-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
S'wak confident in supplying 30 MW power to Sabah after grid project
KOTA KINABALU: Sarawak is confident its plan to supply 30 megawatts (MW) of electricity to Sabah will be realised once the grid project in northern Sarawak is completed. Sarawak's Utilities and Telecommunications Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi confirmed that the grid project is nearing completion, with the final phase expected to be finished by the end of this year. 'We have signed a power exchange agreement with Sabah, and initially, we agreed to supply 30 MW of electricity, depending on the completion of the northern Sarawak grid. 'Once completed, we could increase the supply to 50 or 80 MW, depending on demand,' he noted. Julaihi was speaking to reporters after attending a memorandum of understanding signing ceremony between the Sabah Energy Commission and Sarawak's Utilities and Telecommunications Ministry, aimed at standardising the regulation of electrical equipment and gas appliances. He also explained that Sarawak intends to complete the Borneo Grid project before exploring the possibility of supplying electricity to the Philippines, a long-term plan that will require a feasibility study. Sarawak, he said, aims to become a key energy hub for Borneo, Malaysia and Southeast Asia in the future. On Feb 17, it was reported that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim had asked Sarawak to supply its excess electricity to the southern Philippines via Sabah starting next year.
The Sun
22-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
S'wak confident in supplying 30 MW of power to Sabah after grid project completion
KOTA KINABALU: Sarawak is confident its plan to supply 30 megawatts (MW) of electricity to Sabah will be realised once the grid project in northern Sarawak is completed. Sarawak's Utilities and Telecommunications Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi confirmed that the grid project is nearing completion, with the final phase expected to be finished by the end of this year. 'We have signed a power exchange agreement with Sabah, and initially, we agreed to supply 30 MW of electricity, depending on the completion of the northern Sarawak grid. 'Once completed, we could increase the supply to 50 or 80 MW, depending on demand,' he noted. Julaihi was speaking to reporters after attending a memorandum of understanding signing ceremony between the Sabah Energy Commission and Sarawak's Utilities and Telecommunications Ministry, aimed at standardising the regulation of electrical equipment and gas appliances. He also explained that Sarawak intends to complete the Borneo Grid project before exploring the possibility of supplying electricity to the Philippines, a long-term plan that will require a feasibility study. Sarawak, he said, aims to become a key energy hub for Borneo, Malaysia and Southeast Asia in the future. On Feb 17, it was reported that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim had asked Sarawak to supply its excess electricity to the southern Philippines via Sabah starting next year.
Borneo Post
22-04-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Sarawak confident in supplying 30 MW of power to Sabah after grid project completion
Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor and Sarawak Utilities and Telecommunications Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi (right) witnessing the exchange of Memorandum of Understanding between Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS) CEO Datuk Abdul Nasser Abdul Wahab (second left) and permanent secretary of Sarawak Sarawak Utilities and Telecommunications Ministry, Datuk Jafri Lias (second right) at the ceremony.- Bernama photo KOTA KINABALU (April 22): Sarawak is confident its plan to supply 30 megawatts (MW) of electricity to Sabah will be realised once the grid project in northern Sarawak is completed. Sarawak's Utilities and Telecommunications Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi confirmed that the grid project is nearing completion, with the final phase expected to be finished by the end of this year. 'We have signed a power exchange agreement with Sabah, and initially, we agreed to supply 30 MW of electricity, depending on the completion of the northern Sarawak grid. 'Once completed, we could increase the supply to 50 or 80 MW, depending on demand,' he noted. Julaihi was speaking to reporters after attending a memorandum of understanding signing ceremony between the Sabah Energy Commission and Sarawak's Utilities and Telecommunications Ministry, aimed at standardising the regulation of electrical equipment and gas appliances. He also explained that Sarawak intends to complete the Borneo Grid project before exploring the possibility of supplying electricity to the Philippines, a long-term plan that will require a feasibility study. Sarawak, he said, aims to become a key energy hub for Borneo, Malaysia and Southeast Asia in the future. On Feb 17, it was reported that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim had asked Sarawak to supply its excess electricity to the southern Philippines via Sabah starting next year.
New Straits Times
22-04-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Sarawak to complete Borneo Grid before power export to Philippines
KOTA KINABALU: Sarawak will complete its Borneo Grid before advancing plans to supply electricity to the Philippines via Sabah, Utility and Telecommunication Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi said. The proposal to supply electricity to the Philippines came from Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, he said. "This means that once we've completed the grid in Borneo, we can consider long-term plans as proposed by the prime minister. "It is a long-term plan. It needs to be studied — we must assess both viability and feasibility to ensure the submarine cables are stable," he told reporters after witnessing the exchange of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS) and the Ministry of Utility and Telecommunication Sarawak. Sarawak announced plans last October for a massive electricity - supply route, aiming to establish the Trans Borneo Power Grid to provide electricity to Sabah and Kalimantan. The overland power grid system is set to illuminate the entire Borneo Island, with Sarawak supplying electricity to both regions from its extensive hydro-power dams, including the colossal RM15 billion Bakun Dam in central Sarawak. Julaihi said Sarawak would first prioritise supplying 30 megawatts (MW) of electricity to Sabah. "Yes, we have signed a Power Exchange Programme with Sabah, where we initially agreed to supply 30 MW, subject to the completion of the grid in northern Sarawak. "Once that's ready, God willing, we can supply 30 MW, and possibly increase it to 50 MW. If there is higher demand, we may consider supplying up to 80 MW, depending on the capacity of Sabah's grid. "Based on current progress, I believe it's in its final stages. Our target is to complete it by the end of the year," Julaihi said. He also said that Sarawak has ambitious plans to establish itself as a major energy hub for Malaysia and Southeast Asia. Beyond ongoing projects, the state is targeting electricity exports of 1,000 MW to Singapore and another 1,000 MW to Peninsular Malaysia. "This means we will use submarine cables from Kuching to Singapore and from Kuching to Peninsular Malaysia," Julaihi said.
