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Barnama
3 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
Nekmat Posts Over RM11 Million Profit
KUALA LUMPUR, July 17 (Bernama) -- The National Fishermen's Association (NEKMAT) recorded a profit of over RM11 million in 2024, driven by the successful implementation of various economic projects, including logistics and property development. Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said among the contributing ventures was the opening of a NEKMAT petrol station in Mentakab, Pahang, which boosted the association's overall earnings. He added that NEKMAT has also played a vital role in managing subsidised diesel since 1987, with a monthly quota of 51 million litres distributed efficiently and effectively to fishermen. 'The government deeply appreciates NEKMAT's role in championing the welfare of fishermen. We will continue to work closely with the association and the entire fishing community to ensure their wellbeing is protected, in line with efforts to make the fisheries sector more sustainable,' he said when officiating NEKMAT's 40th Annual General Meeting here today. Meanwhile, NEKMAT chairman Abdul Hamid Bahari said the association's total transactions rose to RM869 million, with a net profit of RM11.38 million, boosting its share capital to RM30.26 million. 'This achievement reflects efficient management and the dedication of NEKMAT's workforce in implementing various economic projects for the benefit of its members and the wider fishing community,' he said. He added that major projects include the supply of subsidised diesel, marketing of fish and fisheries products, ice production, fisheries input supply, fishing operations, as well as logistics and property development. NEKMAT, he said, also plans to expand its business activities by building new petrol stations and ice plants, large-scale aquaculture ventures — particularly shrimp farming — and investing in the property sector. 'These efforts aim to transform NEKMAT into a modern, efficient and sustainable institution,' he said.
The Sun
3 days ago
- The Sun
PGA raids Batu Gajah factory, seizes RM10 mln in illegal aluminium
BATU GAJAH: The General Operations Force (PGA) uncovered an illegal aluminium processing operation in the Pengkalan 4 Industrial Area, Pusing, seizing 1,221.3 tonnes of the metal valued at nearly RM10 million. The raid, conducted yesterday evening, involved multiple enforcement agencies. PGA Northern Brigade Deputy Commander ACP Shamsul Baharin Aman confirmed the operation was a joint effort between the 3rd Battalion PGA Intelligence Unit, Northern Brigade Headquarters, and the 1st Battalion PGA, supported by the Perak Department of Environment (DOE) and Batu Gajah District Council. Authorities found the factory operating without a valid licence under the Environmental Quality Act 1974. 'The premises contained a significant amount of aluminium, along with processing machinery and a lorry engine,' Shamsul Baharin said. A 37-year-old factory manager was detained for questioning. The total seizure, including equipment, was estimated at RM11,812,280. Investigations revealed the facility had been operational since 2023, employing 10 workers to process and export metal materials. Perak DOE director Datuk Dr Mohammad Ezanni Mat Salleh confirmed the seized aluminium falls under scheduled waste code SW 422, which prohibits unlicensed handling of metal-solvent mixtures. - Bernama
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- New Straits Times
RM11.8mil worth of aluminium, machinery seized in Perak raid
IPOH: The Third Battalion of the General Operations Force (GOF) has raided an illegal aluminium processing factory and uncovered more than 1,200 tonnes of aluminium and machinery valued at over RM11.8 million. The operation, conducted under Op Hazard, was led by the Intelligence Branch of Battalion 3 of the GOF, with support from the Northern Brigade GOF Intelligence Branch, Battalion 1 GOF, the Perak Department of Environment (DOE), and the Batu Gajah District Council. GOF Northern Brigade Deputy Commander Assistant Commissioner Shamsul Baharin Aman said the raid was carried out yesterday in the Pengkalan Industrial Area 4, Pusing. Shamsul said the factory had allegedly been operating without the required licences and permits under the Environmental Quality Act 1974. "We also arrested a 37-year-old local man who identified himself as the factory manager for further investigation. "We discovered and seized approximately 1,221.3 tonnes of aluminium, various scheduled waste materials, and processing machinery, including a lorry engine. "The total value of the seized items is estimated at RM11,812,280," he said at a press conference at the factory today.
Daily Express
3 days ago
- Daily Express
Contractor charged with cheating
Published on: Thursday, July 17, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jul 17, 2025 By: Jo Ann Mool Text Size: The charge under Section 420 of the Penal Code carries a jail term of between one year and 10 years, whipping and liability of a fine, on conviction. Inspector Yusdi Basri, prosecuting, proposed bail at RM5,000. Kota Kinabalu: A 39-year-old woman was charged in the Magistrate's Court here with cheating a woman of RM11,820. Nur Atiqah Jessica, a contractor, pleaded not guilty before Magistrate Marilyn Kelvin to cheating Sylvrina S. Motiung of RM11,820 by dishonestly inducing her to hand over the money between Dec 15, 2024 and March 1, this year. Advertisement The charge under Section 420 of the Penal Code carries a jail term of between one year and 10 years, whipping and liability of a fine, on conviction. Inspector Yusdi Basri, prosecuting, proposed bail at RM5,000. Counsel Lim Ming Zoong @ Lawrence, representing Nur, applied for a lower bail amount, citing that she is married and works as a contractor. Marilyn fixed Sept 23 for mention and offered the accused RM1,500 bail in two sureties. In another case, two people were charged with having 1,500ml of Mitragynine - a scheduled poison under the Poisons Act. Mohd Jamil Taib, 33, and Nur Arfidzuan Ajib, 20, allegedly had the Mitragynine, listed in the Third Schedule (Psychotropic Substances) of the Poisons Act 1952, at 3.20pm on July 12 this year, in a house at Kg Gudon, Manggatal. They were jointly charged under Section 30(3) of the Poison Act 1952, which provides for a fine of up to RM100,000, or up to five years, or both, on conviction. Inspector Yusdi Basri, prosecuting, applied for another mention date pending the chemist's report. He objected to bail for Jamil as he is holding a temporary resident identification card (MyKAS) and offered RM5,000 bail for Nur. The court set Sept 23 for mention and ordered Jamil to be remanded further and released Nur on bail of RM1,400 in two sureties. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
New Straits Times
6 days ago
- New Straits Times
Health Ministry warns hospital mortuary staff against bribery attempts
PETALING JAYA: Hospital mortuary staff have been strictly instructed not to accept any form of bribery in the handling of deceased individuals or the release of related information. The Health Ministry issued the directive to all public hospitals as part of a move to prevent corruption and ensure that mortuary services remain free from outside influence. According to the ministry, staff were not allowed to share information about the deceased with third parties. This includes funeral service companies or their representatives. Any attempt to work with such agents or accept money in return for assistance may be treated as a corrupt act. "Hospital authorities must make sure no external parties are involved in managing bodies before they are released to the next of kin. "Funeral service agents must not be allowed to loiter around mortuary areas," the ministry said. The ministry said that the measures were intended to protect the integrity of hospital mortuary operations. It added that remains must be handled professionally, without interference from outsiders, and released only to the next of kin through proper channels. According to a report by Free Malaysia Today, the directive followed complaints of funeral agents harassing grieving families and offering to expedite the release of bodies, sometimes with the alleged involvement of hospital staff. Public complaints eventually led to enforcement action. In May last year, the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) launched a targeted operation against the practice. Several arrests were made. In one case, five hospital staff members from Seremban were charged in December with 21 counts of bribery involving mortuary services. The charges involved bribes ranging from RM600 to RM2,250 received between 2021 and 2024. A separate case in 2023 saw four public healthcare personnel arrested for allegedly soliciting and receiving bribes ranging from RM100 to RM600, amounting to a total of RM11,000, in exchange for assigning mortuary management work involving non-Muslim bodies at a hospital in the state.
