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Borneo Post
5 days ago
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- Borneo Post
Update maritime laws, grasp liability limits to boost Sarawak shipping, says state transport minister
Lee (seated centre) in a photocall during the briefing session today. – Sarawak Transport Ministry's photo KUCHING (Aug 14): Shipowners and maritime stakeholders must understand both the legal framework and practical implications of liability limitations to drive the growth of Sarawak's shipping industry, said State Transport Minister Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin. Speaking at the Sarawak Transport Ministry's Maritime Legal Briefing today, themed 'Limitation of Liability for Maritime Claims: Practical Relevance to Sarawak', Lee stressed that maritime law must evolve to safeguard and advance the sector. 'Maritime law plays an evolving role in safeguarding and advancing the growth of Sarawak's shipping and maritime industries. 'We must ensure our laws are updated, aligned with international standards, and designed to facilitate rather than hinder industry development,' he said. The briefing was attended by representatives from government agencies, the shipping industry, the Sarawak State Attorney-General's Chambers, Sarawak Region 5 Marine Police Force, Sarawak Region Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency, Sarawak Rivers Board, Sarawak Maritime Department, Kuching Port Authority, Miri Port Authority, Bintulu Port Authority, Sarawak and Sabah Shipowner Association, Sarawak Shipping Association, and maritime legal practitioners, including Perlindungan dan Indemniti Malaysia Sdn Bhd CEO Rudy Andrew Jeyaraj. Also present were State Deputy Transport Minister (Riverine and Maritime) Dato Henry Harry Jinep, State Transport Ministry Head of Legal Division Marjanah Adenan, and the ministry's Riverine and Maritime Division officers Rudy Beltran Paris and Rahimee Dahlan. Maritime lawyer Dr Arun Kasi delivered the main presentation, sharing expertise on liability limitation laws. Lee noted Sarawak's jurisdiction under the Sarawak Merchant Shipping Ordinance 1960 and said a federal law revision committee, which includes ministry representatives, is reviewing and amending relevant legislation. 'This is the right time to contribute your feedback. Do not wait until the law is passed to raise concerns. 'Any provisions that require correction, enhancement, or inclusion to support industry growth should be identified now,' he said. He also emphasised full compliance with international maritime safety requirements, citing heightened global safety standards. The session concluded with expert discussions aimed at deepening understanding of maritime liability provisions and strengthening collaboration between government and industry. Lee Kim Shin maritime Transport Ministry
The Star
17-06-2025
- The Star
Marine cops seize smuggled cigarettes, liquor worth RM5mil in Sibu
SIBU: Sarawak Region 5 Marine Police Force (PPM) foiled an attempt to smuggle untaxed cigarettes and liquor worth RM5.05mil in an operation near Jalan KM16 Sibu-Bintulu on Sunday. Acting commander Supt Rusdin Banin said the seizure was made at 5.35pm through Ops Taring Landai, following a public tip-off. "A team from PPM Sibu detained a white-and-green cargo lorry parked on the roadside. An inspection found a load of cigarettes and liquor suspected to be untaxed and without valid documentation,' he said in a statement Tuesday (June 16). He said the lorry driver was arrested and the case was handed over to the Criminal Investigation Division of the Sibu District Police Headquarters for further action under the Customs Act 1967. Rusdin added that police welcome information from the public to combat smuggling activities. From January to June 15 this year, PPM Region 5 conducted 84 raids in Sarawak, resulting in 94 arrests for offences such as smuggling of untaxed goods, subsidised controlled items and wildlife, as well as illegal entry of foreign nationals. "Total value of seizures during the period was estimated at RM77.33mil,' he said. Under Section 135(1)(d) of the Customs Act 1967, individuals found in possession of, storing or concealing prohibited goods without approval face a fine of up to RM500,000, imprisonment of up to five years, or both, upon conviction. - Bernama
Borneo Post
20-05-2025
- Borneo Post
Marine Police confiscates unlicensed frozen meat worth RM6.2 mln in Bintulu
Stacks of the undocumented frozen meat found from a premises at Jalan Sultan Iskandar. BINTULU (May 20): The Sarawak Region 5 Marine Police Force (PPMW5) seized various types of frozen meat worth RM6.2 million during a raid at a premises along Jalan Sultan Iskandar last Thursday (May 15) for lacking valid documentation. Acting Commander of PPMW5 Sarawak, Supt Rusdin Banin, said in a statement yesterday that the operation, carried out under 'Op Taring Khazanah', involved a team of officers and personnel from the unit. 'The inspection revealed that the premises were being used to store various types of frozen meat, suspected to be imported and meant for distribution in the local market,' he said. Further checks confirmed that the stock did not have valid documentation. A local man, believed to be the owner of the premises, was detained to assist in the investigation. The seizure and arrest were made under the Veterinary Public Health Ordinance 1999 and the case has been handed over to the Bintulu Division Veterinary Department for further action. The case is also being investigated under three other laws ― the Control of Supplies Act 1961, the Environmental Quality Act (Amendment 2012), and the Food Act 1983. If found guilty, the suspect may face a fine of up to RM50,000, imprisonment of up to two years, or both. frozen meat lead Marine Police Force Region 5 raid undocumented
