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New Straits Times
6 hours ago
- New Straits Times
MMEA seizes boat, detains six for overloading in Pahang
KUANTAN: A local fishing vessel with six crew members, including the skipper, was detained on suspicion of violating the terms of their licence about 0.23 nautical miles east of Pantai Pontian near Rompin. The vessel, which is believed to have been operated by a third party instead of the registered owner, had failed to report an engine replacement and carried more than the permitted number of crew. Pahang Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency director First Admiral Mazlan Mat Rejab said the agency's patrol boat, which was deployed under the Op Makmur and Op Tiris integrated operations, spotted a drift-net vessel around 12.30pm on Aug 16. "Upon inspection, there were six people on board, including the skipper, aged between 21 and 37. Checks revealed the vessel had breached its licence terms, including being overloaded. "The crew members, fishing equipment and catch estimated at 150kg were taken to the Teluk Gading Maritime Post jetty here. The case is being investigated under the Fisheries Act 1985," he said in a statement today. Mazlan said the agency will not compromise with vessel owners who break the law without considering the impact on the country's fisheries resources. He urged the public to report illegal activities at sea or emergencies by contacting the Malaysia Emergency Response Services (MERS 999) or the Pahang Maritime Operations Centre at 09-5717345.
The Star
3 days ago
- General
- The Star
Ghost ship found drifting near Semangkok A oil platform to undergo safety inspection, says MMEA
Pahang Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) director First Admiral (Maritime) Mazlan Mat Rejab speaking to the media on the latest steps being taken to investigate the ghost ship. - Photo: Bernama CHUKAI: A "ghost ship" drifting in the waters near the Semangkok A oil platform in Terengganu since Aug 12 will undergo a safety inspection before a full investigation begins. Pahang Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) director First Admiral (Maritime) Mazlan Mat Rejab said the vessel was successfully towed to the Kemaman Supply Base (KSB) in Teluk Kalung at about 11.30am Friday (Aug 15). He said 12 personnel from the Hazardous Materials (Hazmat) team of the Terengganu and Pahang Fire and Rescue Department will board the ship on Friday afternoon for an initial inspection. This will be followed by a more thorough examination by other security personnel. "The towing operation, coordinated by the Maritime Rescue Sub Centre (MRSC) Kuantan, the Marine Department of Malaysia (JLM) East Coast Region, and PETRONAS, with the assistance of several private agencies, was completed after the vessel travelled 140 nautical miles over two days," he told a press conference at the Kemaman Maritime Zone here Friday. He added that Hazmat personnel would first ensure the ship is safe and free from risks before other rescue teams and agencies board for further inspections. Mazlan credited the success of the operation to the cooperation of 62 personnel and officers from various security agencies and oil and gas industry partners. For the operation, a Dauphin AS 365 N3 helicopter was used for aerial monitoring, while the Maritime Special Task and Rescue Team (STAR Team) was flown from Kerteh to the Larut Platform. From there, they were transferred to the MV Aishah AIMS 1 to board the ghost ship. "The team managed to install the towline, which was then transferred to the MV JM Purnama rescue vessel for the remaining 140-nautical-mile journey," he said. Mazlan added that the ghost ship had no crew onboard, and authorities are still investigating the cause of a fire on the vessel. The fire's origin remains unclear, with suspicion that it could have been caused by hazardous gas or other chemicals, which poses significant risks to the tow vessel's crew. He said authorities believe the ghost ship may be linked to a fire on a foreign tanker at Tanjung Sedili Kecil, near the eastern waters of Johor, Kota Tinggi, last week. However, the identity of the ghost ship is still under investigation. - Bernama
Barnama
3 days ago
- General
- Barnama
Ghost Ship Drifting Near Semangkok A Oil Platform To Undergo Safety Inspection
CHUKAI, Aug 15 (Bernama) -- A 'ghost ship' drifting in the waters near the Semangkok A oil platform in Terengganu since Aug 12 will undergo a safety inspection before a full investigation begins. Pahang Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) director, First Admiral (Maritime) Mazlan Mat Rejab, said the vessel was successfully towed to the Kemaman Supply Base (KSB) in Teluk Kalung at about 11.30 am today. He said 12 personnel from the Hazardous Materials (Hazmat) team of the Terengganu and Pahang Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) will board the ship this afternoon for an initial inspection. This will be followed by a more thorough examination by other security personnel. 'The towing operation, coordinated by the Maritime Rescue Sub Centre (MRSC) Kuantan, the Marine Department of Malaysia (JLM) East Coast Region, and Petronas, with the assistance of several private agencies, was completed after the vessel travelled 140 nautical miles over two days,' he told a press conference at the Kemaman Maritime Zone here today. He added that Hazmat personnel would first ensure the ship is safe and free from risks before other rescue teams and agencies board for further inspections. Mazlan credited the success of the operation to the cooperation of 62 personnel and officers from various security agencies and oil and gas industry partners. For the operation, a Dauphin AS 365 N3 helicopter was used for aerial monitoring, while the Maritime Special Task and Rescue Team (STAR Team) was flown from Kerteh to the Larut Platform. From there, they were transferred to the MV Aishah AIMS 1 to board the ghost ship. 'The team managed to install the towline, which was then transferred to the MV JM Purnama rescue vessel for the remaining 140-nautical-mile journey,' he said. Mazlan added that the ghost ship had no crew onboard, and authorities are still investigating the cause of a fire on the vessel. The fire's origin remains unclear, with suspicion that it could have been caused by hazardous gas or other chemicals, which poses significant risks to the tow vessel's crew.
New Straits Times
16-05-2025
- New Straits Times
Merchant ship rescues Vietnamese sailor adrift in South China Sea
KUANTAN: A Vietnamese national believed to have fallen overboard from his vessel was rescued adrift at sea by the merchant ship MV Maersk Norberg in the South China Sea, approximately 205 nautical miles northeast of Kuantan yesterday. Le Truong Giang, 38, was reported to be in stable condition and did not require medical assistance. Pahang Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) director, First Admiral Mazlan Mat Rejab, said the Kuantan Maritime Rescue Sub-Centre (MRSC) was alerted to the incident at around 10pm. "The merchant ship sent an email notifying the rescue centre about the incident. The victim is in good health and has been provided with food and other basic necessities. "Since he does not require medical attention, the ship will disembark him at its port of destination in Tanjung Pelepas, Johor. MV Maersk Norberg is expected to arrive in Johor on May 19," he said in a statement today. Mazlan said that the Johor Baru MRSC has been informed, and the individual will be handed over to the authorities for further investigation. He urged the public to report any illegal activities or emergencies at sea by contacting the Malaysia Emergency Response Services (MERS 999) or the Pahang Maritime Operations Centre at 09-5717345.
