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Borneo Post
30-04-2025
- Borneo Post
Forest Dept foils RM275,000 illegal logs smuggling in Bintulu, five detained
The lorries loaded with illegal logs seized by SFD during the raid. KUCHING (April 30): The Sarawak Forest Department (SFD) foiled an attempt by five men to smuggle illegal logs using tipper lorries in the Kemena Industrial Estate area of Bintulu last Friday (April 25). SFD director Datu Hamden Mohammad said the operation was carried out around 8.20pm during routine patrols by enforcement officers. 'There were five lorries found loaded with illegal logs of various species and sizes. Four local men and one Indonesian were detained,' he said in a statement. Checks revealed that the lorry drivers were unable to produce valid timber ownership documents issued by the department. All five lorries and their timber cargo — estimated to be worth RM275,000 — were seized and taken to the Bintulu Regional Forest Office for further investigation. The suspects would be charged under Section 96 of the Forests Ordinance, 2015 (Cap 71) for unlawful possession of forest produce. Hamden reaffirmed the department's commitment to combating illegal logging and timber smuggling across Sarawak. Bintulu illegal logs Sarawak Forest Department smuggle
Borneo Post
24-04-2025
- General
- Borneo Post
34 timber industry stakeholders benefit from log scaling course in Sibu
Participants were taught accurate measurement of log dimensions and volume calculation for various log dimensions. KUCHING (April 24): A total of 34 participants comprising log scalers, log pond supervisors, and timber industry stakeholders participated in a Log Scaling Course in Sibu organised by the Sarawak Forest Department (SFD) and STA Training Sdn Bhd (STAT), a training arm of the Sarawak Timber Association (STA). This collaborative initiative aimed to enhance industry knowledge and skills in log measurement and scaling, thereby reinforcing sustainable forestry practices and accurate timber valuation, according to a joint statement by SFD and STA. The three-day intensive training programme, which concluded today, was conducted by experienced trainers from SFD and STAT. The course provided critical aspects of log scaling, covering measurement techniques, log tagging, identifying species, recording log details into log specification forms, and submitting applications to SFD for royalty assessment, as well as other log movement activities along the Sarawak Timber Chain of Custody in accordance with the Forests Ordinance, 2015 and associated requirements. SFD director Datu Hamden Mohammad said the successful completion of this course reflected the commitment of all parties involved to enhance the skills, knowledge, and competencies of individuals in the forestry sector through targeted training. 'Accuracy in log scaling is essential to preventing under-declaration and safeguarding government revenue by eliminating potential leakage in log royalty collection,' he said in his welcoming speech, which was delivered by Sibu regional forest officer Ahmad Ashrin Mohammad Bohari. He urged all participants to fully utilise this opportunity to acquire and enhance their knowledge and skills in log scaling. During the training, the trainers imparted participants with necessary knowledge and skills on log scaling in both classroom settings and valuable on-site hands-on practice at the Collection and Distribution Centre (CDC) LPF0025, Mile 68, Jalan Sibu-Selangau. Participants were taught accurate measurement of log dimensions, including volume calculation for various log dimensions such as hollow, bent, and defects. SFD and STAT also extended their appreciation to the trainers and participants for their contributions to making this course a success. It said that moving forward, efforts will continue to expand training opportunities and strengthen partnerships in the forestry sector to promote knowledge and skills on responsible resource utilisation. Log Scaling Course Sarawak Forest Department Sibu
