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The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Wasco launches UAE fabrication yard, supporting rising modular infrastructure needs
KUALA LUMPUR: Wasco Energy, the energy services division of Bursa Malaysia-listed Wasco Berhad, has launched a new fabrication yard in the Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA), Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Wasco Energy chief executive officer Shan Karupiah said the new facility, covering 25,000 square metres, boosts Wasco's engineering and fabrication capabilities to support energy and industrial infrastructure projects in the Middle East and beyond. With an annual production capacity of 10,000 tonnes, the yard is equipped to produce process modules, Pre-Assembled Unit/Pre-Assembled Rack (PAU/PAR) units, gas compressor packages, substations and E-Houses for both onshore and offshore use. Shan said the facility, which is located near one of the world's busiest ports, allows Wasco to carry out high-volume modular projects more efficiently and quickly. 'This expansion is not just about scaling capacity; it's about positioning Wasco closer to our clients and the region's dynamic energy ecosystem. With this new UAE facility, we are better equipped to deliver high-quality, customised and modular solutions with speed, precision and engineering depth,' he said in a statement today. He said the UAE yard complements Wasco's existing fabrication hubs in Batam, Indonesia, and Telok Panglima Garang in Selangor, and pipe coating plants in Qatar, Malaysia, the United Kingdom and Tanzania - reinforcing the group's global infrastructure delivery network. Aligned with the UAE's In-Country Value (ICV) programme, the new yard also advances local industrial development by promoting domestic content and strengthening regional supply chains. 'Our expanding global footprint underscores Wasco's commitment to executional excellence. This strategic expansion enhances our ability to service both regional and global projects with tailored engineering solutions that address the complex demands of today's energy landscape,' he added. Wasco also extended its appreciation to DP World GCC chief operating officer (Parks & Zones) Abdulla Al Hashmi, JAFZA Sales vice president Ebtesam Alkaabi and JAFZA Sales director Saoud AlAwadhi for their support in establishing the facility and commitment to long-term collaboration. Wasco Energy, supported by over 600 in-house engineers worldwide, provides complete modular solutions—from Front-end Engineering Design (FEED) to fabrication and final delivery—using its broad technical expertise. The facility is built to international Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) standards, incorporating stringent safety protocols and a strong zero-incident culture, the statement added.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Wasco Opens New Fabrication Yard in Dubai's JAFZA
KUALA LUMPUR: Wasco Energy, the energy services division of Bursa Malaysia-listed Wasco Berhad, has launched a new fabrication yard in the Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA), Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Wasco Energy chief executive officer Shan Karupiah said the new facility, covering 25,000 square metres, boosts Wasco's engineering and fabrication capabilities to support energy and industrial infrastructure projects in the Middle East and beyond. With an annual production capacity of 10,000 tonnes, the yard is equipped to produce process modules, Pre-Assembled Unit/Pre-Assembled Rack (PAU/PAR) units, gas compressor packages, substations and E-Houses for both onshore and offshore use. Shan said the facility, which is located near one of the world's busiest ports, allows Wasco to carry out high-volume modular projects more efficiently and quickly. 'This expansion is not just about scaling capacity; it's about positioning Wasco closer to our clients and the region's dynamic energy ecosystem. With this new UAE facility, we are better equipped to deliver high-quality, customised and modular solutions with speed, precision and engineering depth,' he said in a statement today. He said the UAE yard complements Wasco's existing fabrication hubs in Batam, Indonesia, and Telok Panglima Garang in Selangor, and pipe coating plants in Qatar, Malaysia, the United Kingdom and Tanzania - reinforcing the group's global infrastructure delivery network. Aligned with the UAE's In-Country Value (ICV) programme, the new yard also advances local industrial development by promoting domestic content and strengthening regional supply chains. 'Our expanding global footprint underscores Wasco's commitment to executional excellence. This strategic expansion enhances our ability to service both regional and global projects with tailored engineering solutions that address the complex demands of today's energy landscape,' he added. Wasco also extended its appreciation to DP World GCC chief operating officer (Parks & Zones) Abdulla Al Hashmi, JAFZA Sales vice president Ebtesam Alkaabi and JAFZA Sales director Saoud AlAwadhi for their support in establishing the facility and commitment to long-term collaboration. Wasco Energy, supported by over 600 in-house engineers worldwide, provides complete modular solutions—from Front-end Engineering Design (FEED) to fabrication and final delivery—using its broad technical expertise. The facility is built to international Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) standards, incorporating stringent safety protocols and a strong zero-incident culture, the statement added.
Elle
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Elle
Megan Thee Stallion Took Over the Runway at Miami Swim Week
Miami Swim Week has officially come to a close, and with it not only comes the beginning of summer, but also a fresh outlook on the upcoming resort and swim trends to shop, wear, and love this season and next. After Paraiso Miami Swim Week celebrated its 20th anniversary last year, 2025 marked 40 years of the legacy brand Shan, almost 25 years of Miami-favorite Luli Fama, and 10 years of the ultra-upcoming brand Oséree. This year's event also launched the inaugural edition of the Swimwear Icons Hall of Fame (SIHOF), where Megan Thee Stallion accepted the Cultural Icon Award (and later walked down her own runway). 'I have spent over a decade immersed in this space and felt there was a lack of recognition for the people whose creativity, innovation, and influence helped turn swim into a global cultural force,' says Natalija Dedic-Stojanovic, founder of Paraiso Miami Swim Week. '[SIHOF] honors the legacy of the visionaries who have shaped the swimwear industry across fashion, media, beauty, and culture.' With editors, buyers, models, and influencers—and Rick Ross—buzzing about, this year's event was one for the books. Even outside of swimwear, the collections shown in Miami are both a reflection and an indicator of other upcoming fashion trends to watch out for—burgundy summer, anyone? There's no time like the present to shop our favorite trends of the week, so scroll below for your next dose of summer inspiration. Maybe it's a bit obvious that sea themes would be all over the runways at Miami Swim Week, but this year feels different. Shells, starfish, and mermaid motifs have taken over, even outside of swimwear, and yet we still love to see them in our favorite waterside styles, like sparkling seascapes at Oceanus and underwater hues at Luli Fama. An added bonus? Claire Holt (a.k.a. Emma from H2O: Just Add Water) sat front row at the first show of the week. Stripes of all colorways, silhouettes, and sizes have become a marker of summer style in and out of the swim category. Nautical, preppy, or artistic, it's the perfect pattern trend to dive into this summer, especially with brands like Montce and Azulu to back it up. Limited Too enthusiasts, rejoice! From tankinis and Hawaiian prints (hello, hibiscus) to fun florals and colorful prints, the height of 2000s nostalgia made a comeback this Miami Swim Week at shows like Leslie Amon and Cupshe. Maybe it's the Lilo & Stitch remake, the Carrie Bradshaw style resurgence, or general readiness for tropical weather. Whatever your inspiration, get piña colada-ready with these styles. Burgundy is perhaps an unexpected color trend for swimwear, but not to us. Tones in the family of barolo, burgundy, and maroon have gained popularity in nearly every category of fashion, even for summer. With hues this rich and gorgeous on every skin tone, we're not complaining! You just can't go wrong with a classic black one-piece, bikini, or resort set. For those of us who like to keep a uniform style, even at the pool or beach, Miami brands have us covered when it comes to chic styles to shop. Perhaps it's a nod to the '50s and '60s swim styles, or maybe it's a reaction to the hot pants takeover of recent years, but swim shorts and skirts should definitely be on your radar for the summer, especially for those who prefer more coverage. For a sporty look, go for mini shorts. And for a more retro vibe, a matching swim skirt is the way to go. Megan Thee Stallion made waves when she walked down her 'Hot Girl Summer' runway in a metallic high-neck monokini. It might be a less obvious silhouette to shop, but it's definitely one to keep in mind, especially if you're tired of regular bikini styles. Just don't forget your SPF! Pastels seem to have a moment every spring and summer. That said, brands find a way to make them fresh and updated each year. Whether it's a sunset ombré medley like at Sigal, shown in the garden at the Ritz-Carlton, or trendy butter yellow from Montce at Casa Faena, now's the perfect time to try out which pastel shade is best for you.
New Straits Times
28-05-2025
- Science
- New Straits Times
China launches space probe seeking asteroid samples: Xinhua
BEIJING: China on Thursday launched a space probe on the country's first mission to retrieve samples from an asteroid and bring them home for research, the Xinhua state news agency reported. Beijing has ploughed billions of dollars into its space programme in recent years in an effort to achieve what President Xi Jinping describes as the country's "space dream." It has built a space station orbiting the Earth and plans to run a crewed mission to the Moon this decade ahead of establishing a permanent base there. A Long March-3B rocket carrying the Tianwen-2 probe blasted off from the Xichang launch site in southwestern Sichuan province at 1.31am (1731 GMT). About 18 minutes later, the Tianwen-2 probe was sent into a transfer orbit from Earth to the asteroid 2016HO3, the China National Space Administration (CNSA) said, according to Xinhua. "The spacecraft unfolded its solar panels smoothly, and the CNSA declared the launch a success," the news agency wrote. Despite the mission's long duration and significant risks, Shan "expressed his expectation of yielding groundbreaking discoveries and expanding humanity's knowledge of the cosmos," according to Xinhua. Tianwen-2 is tasked with collecting samples from the near-Earth asteroid 2016HO3, and exploring the comet 311P, according to the country's space agency. Discovered by scientists in Hawaii in 2016, the asteroid is roughly 40 to 100 metres (130-330 feet) in diameter and orbits relatively close to Earth. It is a "living fossil" consisting of ancient materials that can help scientists understand how the early solar system formed, Xinhua reported this week. The comet, meanwhile, orbits between Mars and Jupiter and is alluring to researchers because it exhibits some features more commonly associated with asteroids. The Tianwen-2 mission is expected to last around a decade. China's space programme is the third to put humans in orbit – after the United States and the Soviet Union – and has also landed robotic rovers on Mars and the Moon. Its space station, Tiangong – whose name means "celestial palace" in Chinese – is the jewel in its crown. Last month, China sent three astronauts to Tiangong for a six-month stint as part of the Shenzhou-20 mission.--AFP
Free Malaysia Today
27-05-2025
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
Socialite who mingled with Kardashians awarded RM10.5mil in divorce
The Kuala Lumpur family court awarded a foreign woman RM6.72 million in spousal maintenance and assets of RM3.79mil following her divorce from a tycoon after 26 years of marriage. KUALA LUMPUR : A woman, who clung on to her marriage to preserve the status and privileges of being a tycoon's wife, was awarded RM10.5 million in spousal maintenance and assets after the High Court dissolved their union following a bitter divorce battle. Justice Evrol Mariette Peters said the woman, anonymised as Chan, elected not to end the marriage despite being profoundly unhappy with her husband, Shan. 'It became apparent that the wife's decision was driven less by love or hope for reconciliation, and more by a desire to maintain the social standing and privileges associated with her role as the wife of the husband,' the judge said in a 166-page written judgment. Peters said photographic evidence showed the wife appearing alongside celebrities such as designer Michael Kors, actress Kate Hudson, and members of the Kardashian family, as well as attending prestigious events like the Cannes Film Festival. 'These glimpses into her public life suggested that the wife valued the status and lifestyle afforded by her marriage more than the relationship itself. 'The wife's insistence on maintaining the marriage, despite its evident breakdown, appeared to be driven more by a desire to preserve certain external benefits than by any sincere intention to reconcile or restore the marital relationship,' said Peters. The award is believed to be one of the highest awards ever handed down by a family court in Malaysia. The woman, a foreigner with permanent resident status, also dragged two other women into the dispute, claiming they had committing adultery with her husband. Peters, however, said there was insufficient evidence to prove adultery with the first woman. The judge also ruled that the husband's adultery with the second co-respondent existed only before 2015 and that there was no evidence to suggest it had resulted in the marriage breaking down irretrievably. She said the wife had tolerated the affair and had forgiven her husband in 2015, before filing for a divorce three years later. In her decision, Peters concluded that both Chan and Shan had contributed to the relationship deteriorating beyond repair. In a nutshell, the judge said the wife had white-knuckled a marriage that had long lost its vitality, holding on to an illusory marriage that no longer served either party. The husband, on the other hand, remained disengaged, content with a stagnant marriage, yet unwilling to take meaningful steps to either repair or end it in a respectful way. The judge said his passivity allowed the relationship to exist in a state of inertia, devoid of growth or purpose. 'This conscious decision had only extended the emotional suffering of both parties, depriving them of the closure necessary to begin healing and move forward with their lives,' she added. The husband had proposed a monthly maintenance of RM15,000 to RM20,000— while the wife suggested RM230,000, which the judge called 'excessive, unjustifiable, and unreasonable'. 'Divorce is not a lottery, nor is it a revenue-generating exercise. It is not a tool for vindication or a means to exact revenge,' the judge said. Peters said she decided on a lump-sum payment in maintenance due to the wife's foreign citizenship, which posed visa and employment challenges post-divorce, requiring immediate financial stability. 'Enforcing monthly payments across borders would be impractical,' she added. She ordered spousal maintenance of RM6.72 million, calculated at RM35,000 per month, taking into account the woman's age at the date of the decision, the retirement age in Malaysia and life expectancy. As for asset division, Peters awarded the wife the couple's RM2 million matrimonial home, RM1.04 million for her contribution to their companies, savings in EPF (RM450,000) and a car (RM350,000). The facts of the case showed that Shan was a Malaysian entrepreneur and the executive director of a major luxury retail company in Southeast Asia. The couple were married in 1999 and initially resided with Shan's parents before moving into a penthouse in 2009. They have two children. Tensions escalated over the years, with a key turning point being a recorded confrontation in October 2017 at the company's premises after the husband had left their matrimonial home. The divorce petition was filed in 2018 but only came up for hearing four years later. The highly contentious trial lasted 80 days and saw 26 witnesses testify with nearly 16,000 documents tendered in evidence, reflecting the complexity of the legal, financial and personal issues at stake.
