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The Star
3 days ago
- The Star
Domestic Trade Ministry seizes over 1,300 LPG cylinders in Ulu Tiram raid
JOHOR BARU: A total of 1,357 liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders were seized from a storage facility in Ulu Tiram suspected of being involved in illegal decanting activities. Johor Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry director Lilis Saslinda Pornomo said the culprits are believed to have sold the LPG on the black market. 'Our officers found a tanker lorry believed to be filled with LPG, along with equipment used to transfer gas from domestic cylinders into the vehicle. 'Preliminary investigations suggest that the subsidised gas was being channelled into the lorry for unauthorised resale,' she told a press conference here on Tuesday (July 29). She said the raid was carried out by the ministry's enforcement teams from Putrajaya and Johor. 'We detained five foreign men in their 30s and 40s, believed to be workers at the facility, to assist in investigations. 'The total value of the gas cylinders seized is estimated at RM280,000,' she added. Lilis Saslinda said the case is being investigated under the Control of Supplies Act 1961. 'Individuals convicted under the Act can face a maximum fine of RM1mil or up to three years' jail, or both. Repeat offenders may be fined up to RM3mil or face five years' imprisonment. 'For companies, the offence carries a fine of up to RM2mil, and up to RM5mil for subsequent offences,' she added. Investigations are ongoing to trace the source of the LPG and identify anyone else involved in the illegal supply chain.
Barnama
23-07-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Ops Kesan 4.0: Johor KPDN Inspects 48 Premises To Monitor SST Impac
JOHOR BAHRU, July 23 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) Johor branch has inspected 48 premises involving 235 stock-keeping units (SKUs) as part of Ops Kesan 4.0, which has been in effect since July 1. Its director, Lilis Saslinda Pornomo, said the inspections followed the revised Sales and Service Tax (SST) rates and scope. The focus is on monitoring essential goods and service charges to prevent unjustified price hikes. 'As part of the investigation, 48 Price Information Verification Notices (NPMB) were issued to traders to gather details on pricing, costs, and profit margins,' she told a press conference today. She added that the operation is being conducted under the Price Control and Anti-Profiteering Act 2011 (Act 723) to stop unwarranted price increases and profiteering disguised under SST adjustments. As of July 21, four complaints were received involving two vehicle workshops, a provision shop, and parking pass charges. All are currently under investigation. Lilis Saslinda said enforcement efforts focus on four areas: items and services subject to SST, businesses above the SST threshold, the SST implementation timeline, and profit margins in line with the law. 'All traders and companies are advised to consider these factors before making any price or service charge changes,' she said. Individuals found guilty of profiteering may face fines of up to RM100,000, imprisonment of up to three years, or both. Companies may be fined up to RM500,000. The public is urged to report unreasonable price increases through the Enforcement Command Centre (03-8882 6245/6088), WhatsApp (012-665 4292), email (e-aduan@ toll-free line (1-800-886-800), or the Ez ADU KPDN mobile app.
