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Malay Mail
5 days ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
ECRL boost: Pahang eyes mineral hub, new industrial clusters along rail corridor
KUANTAN, Aug 14 — Pahang is exploring the development of a mineral collection hub in Maran to capitalise on the upcoming East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) station in the district, aiming to boost resource-based industries and regional economic growth, said Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail. The proposed hub will focus on the collection of bauxite, gold, silica and iron ore. Maran's strategic location in a major palm oil-producing region also positions it to support a palm oil processing and packaging industrial cluster, leveraging improved rail connectivity for logistics and exports, he said. Wan Rosdy noted that other districts along the ECRL corridor are also set to benefit from targeted industrial development. The ECRL station in Temerloh, for example, will support the furniture manufacturing sector due to its proximity to existing industrial zones such as the Temerloh Industrial Area, Songsang and Kampung Sempadan. In Paya Besar, the station is expected to drive the growth of high-impact industries supported by key infrastructure, including the Pahang Technology Park, Gambang Halal Park and the Halal Food Complex, which houses small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and related facilities. 'These locations have been earmarked for light, medium and heavy industries, and are already equipped with the necessary infrastructure,' Wan Rosdy said during the Pahang State Legislative Assembly session at Wisma Sri Pahang. He was responding to a question from appointed assemblyman Rizal Jamin, who asked about the types of industries identified for development along the ECRL corridor. In Cherating, the upcoming station is expected to spur investments in coastal tourism, hospitality and ecotourism, further diversifying Pahang's economic landscape. Wan Rosdy added that the state government is confident the ECRL will position Pahang as a key hub for investment, industry and logistics on the east coast. 'Systematic planning at each station, coupled with strong collaboration with the federal government and other stakeholders, will ensure this initiative delivers broad benefits to the people and the state,' he said. Separately, State Consumer Affairs and Human Resources Committee chairman Sim Chon Siang said the ECRL project is projected to create approximately 600 new jobs in Pahang upon completion. These include roles for rail system technicians, engineers and ticketing officers. He was responding to Datuk Abd Aziz Mat Kiram (BN-Batu Talam), who raised a question on employment opportunities for Pahang residents once the ECRL is fully operational. — Bernama
Malay Mail
30-06-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Selangor MB: Putra Heights blast caused by soil subsidence, pipe shifted 15.9cm
SHAH ALAM, June 30 — The Putra Heights gas pipe explosion was caused by soil subsidence that happened over 25 years since it was laid in 2000, resulting in the pipe shifting by 15.9cm. The matter was revealed by Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amiruddin Saari here. 'The impact from the subsidence caused the pipe to move by 15.9cm and this was found after analysing samples from the pipe that showed signs of fatigue and stress lines on the structure,' he said in a statement. MORE TO COME
Malay Mail
30-06-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Selangor MB: Putra Heights blast traced to 25 years of soil subsidence, pipe shifted 15.9cm
SHAH ALAM, June 30 — The Putra Heights gas pipe explosion was caused by soil subsidence that happened over 25 years since it was laid in 2000, resulting in the pipe shifting by 15.9cm. The matter was revealed by Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amiruddin Saari here. 'The impact from the subsidence caused the pipe to move by 15.9cm and this was found after analysing samples from the pipe that showed signs of fatigue and stress lines on the structure,' he said in a statement. MORE TO COME
Free Malaysia Today
16-06-2025
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Samsuri wants to focus on GE16, says PAS leader
PAS vice-president Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar said he is stepping down as the Marang division's commissioner as the time has come for someone else to be at the helm. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : A PAS leader said that vice-president Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar's decision to step down as the party's Marang commissioner could have been prompted by his intention to focus on the 16th general election. Terengganu PAS committee member Hanafiah Mat said Samsuri has a 'huge mission' ahead of him, referring to the next nationwide polls. 'He needs to fully focus on preparing for the 16th general election in order to change the country's political landscape,' Hanafiah told FMT. He said the Terengganu menteri besar must also focus on administering the state. Earlier today, it was reported that Samsuri had announced that he was stepping down as the division's commissioner, a role he has held since 2019. He was reported as saying that the time has come for someone else to be at the helm. Separately, PAS spiritual adviser Hashim Jasin said Samsuri's decision to step down as Marang commissioner was a non-issue since he is still a party vice-president and the Terengganu menteri besar. 'Many would do the same as they want to focus on their other (more important) roles,' he said. Samsuri's decision to step down as the Marang PAS commissioner comes two months after posters were put up in Terengganu demanding that he resign as menteri besar, which analysts said could be linked to the party polls in September. Samsuri had resigned as Perikatan Nasional treasurer in December last year.
Free Malaysia Today
09-06-2025
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
By-election not worth time or money, says Tengku Zafrul
Tengku Zafrul Aziz denied having discussions for a by-election to pave the way for him to become Selangor menteri besar. PETALING JAYA : Tengku Zafrul Aziz has dismissed speculation of an impending by-election in Selangor to pave the way for him to become menteri besar. Tengku Zafrul, who is investment, trade and industry minister, said no such discussions for a by-election had taken place and it was never a factor in his decision to quit Umno. 'I do not support triggering by-elections without urgent necessity as they incur time and public funds,' he said in a statement. Tengku Zafrul announced his decision to resign as an Umno member, as well as from all party posts, on May 30. He also expressed his intention to join PKR. Tengku Zafrul today said he would continue carrying out his responsibilities until the end of this year. 'As for my position as a minister, I leave this entirely to the discretion of the prime minister. I remain ready to serve the nation in any capacity.' He also reaffirmed that his decision to leave Umno was entirely his own and made without coercion. 'In a democratic society, every individual has the right to make personal choices. I deeply appreciate all the feedback and acceptance extended to me in response to this decision,' Tengku Zafrul said. There has been much speculation over his fate as minister as his final term as senator expires at the end of the year. Also, there is talk of a Cabinet reshuffle following the resignation of Rafizi Ramli and Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad from their respective ministerial posts. In a Facebook video previously, former Umno leader Isham Jalil claimed that Selangor menteri besar Amirudin Shari would be ordered to vacate his Sungai Tua seat to allow Tengku Zafrul to contest in the by-election. Winning the by-election could then allow Tengku Zafrul to take over as menteri besar, as speculated previously, while Amirudin could join Anwar's Cabinet as he is also the Gombak MP at present. Amirudin has also denied speculation that he is set to vacate his state seat to make way for Tengku Zafrul, describing it as just empty talk based on the 'wild imagination' of certain individuals who were seeking to spread that narrative via social media. The PKR vice-president also said he did not want to see a repeat of the 'Kajang Move' in 2014, which culminated in the late Abdul Khalid Ibrahim resigning as the then Selangor menteri besar. FMT quoted political analyst James Chin as saying that any move to get Amirudin to vacate his seat to make way for Tengku Zafrul would damage PKR's image in the eyes of voters and grassroots members.
