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Borneo Post
6 days ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
Petrol station operators seek meeting with Sarawak Metro over KUTS project disruptions
Petrol station dealers along the KUTS project route in Kuching and Samarahan are experiencing constant disruptions due to ongoing works being carried out directly in front of station entry and exit points. KUCHING (Aug 12): The Sarawak Petroleum Product Agents' Association is seeking a meeting with Sarawak Metro to address safety concerns and business disruptions affecting petrol stations along the Kuching Urban Transport System (KUTS) project route in Kuching and Samarahan. The association's chairman, Laura Hartini Maurice said works carried out directly in front of station entry and exit points have caused constant disruption, with some stations forced to close for several hours. 'While we support the development of the project, the lack of advance notice to station management has prevented us from taking essential safety measures such as traffic control, alternative access arrangements, and rescheduling fuel deliveries,' she said in a statement today. According to her, without these precautions, customers face unnecessary inconvenience accessing stations, leading to service interruptions and significant business losses. The association hopes the proposed meeting will result in a coordination plan that prioritises safety, reduces public inconvenience, and ensures minimal disruption to station operations. The discussion would also cover identifying suitable times for works to be carried out to avoid peak-hour congestion. 'Petrol station dealers remain committed to ensuring the safety of the public, our staff, and all road users, and we urge for better communication and cooperation moving forward,' she added.
The Herald Scotland
24-07-2025
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Scottish pioneer in landmark hydrogen transport deal
Logan Energy, based near Edinburgh, is to boost the roll-out in Sarawak, following the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding with Malaysian company H2 Energy Sdn Bhd. By "combining Logan Energy's extensive hydrogen experience and expertise with H2 Energy's local knowledge and operational capabilities, the two organisations are uniquely positioned to deliver hydrogen infrastructure projects in the region", the firm said. One such project is the Kuching Urban Transport System (KUTS), which will provide the 700,000 residents of Greater Kuching with a hydrogen-powered public transportation network. The occasion of the signing of the agreement. (Image: Logan Energy) H2 Energy has already delivered a hydrogen energy system at Long Loyang Clinic, which is powering critical services for over 2,000 residents in the rural, off-grid village. Logan Energy will support scaling the technology, potentially impacting tens of thousands of people living in rural communities across Sarawak. Ms Sandra Liz Hon, Executive Director of H2 Energy Sdn Bhd, said: 'This collaboration supports Sarawak's ambition to lead Asean's hydrogen economy while creating skilled jobs and delivering sustainable growth for local communities.' READ MORE: Craig Stewart, business development director at Logan Energy, said: 'The success of a hydrogen infrastructure project isn't measured the day it's switched on. 'It's measured by its long-term reliability, efficiency, and low maintenance costs. Achieving that requires local skills, and building that capability will be a key focus of our collaboration with H2 Energy.' The MoU between Logan Energy and H2 Energy was signed in the presence of Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian, and Datuk Dr Hazland. Logan Energy is a designer, supplier, and integrator of complete hydrogen production, refuelling, compression, storage, dispensing, and fuel cell solutions. The company has recently developed an innovative way of integrating systems to deliver flexibility, optimisation, and cost savings, while enhancing performance, reliability, and ease of use. Hydrogen refuelling stations in Scotland and the Czech Republic will be the first to benefit from these innovations when they are commissioned later this year.
