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The Sun
21-07-2025
- The Sun
Woman dies, teenage daughter survives after car plunges into UNIMAS lake
KUCHING: A woman was killed after the car she was driving went out of control and plunged into a lake near the Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) roundabout here this morning. Kota Samarahan district police chief Supt Damataries Launtin said the victim has been identified as 50-year-old Nur Shareefah Lusia Abdullah. Her daughter, 17-year-old Nur Badrina Saharidan, who was also in the vehicle, survived. 'Preliminary investigations found that the accident involved a car driven by the victim, who was travelling from Desa Ilmu to Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Muara Tuang via the road within the UNIMAS area. 'Upon reaching the lake area near the UNIMAS roundabout, the vehicle is believed to have stopped momentarily by the roadside on a grassy patch before suddenly going out of control and veering into the lake,' he said in a statement. Damataries said Nur Shareefah Lusia was pronounced dead at the UNIMAS Prima Health Centre at 11.51 am while receiving treatment. Her remains have been sent to the Sarawak General Hospital Forensics Unit for a post-mortem, while her daughter, who is a person with a disability, was unharmed. The case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. – Bernama
Borneo Post
15-07-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
'Borneo well-placed to harness offshore solar energy'
Barbulescu speaks during a plenary session titled Modernising Power Grids: Accelerating Renewable Energy Integration and Advancing Energy Storage Technologies at the International Energy Week 2025 on Tuesday. – Photo by James Wong KUCHING (July 15, 2025) : Borneo holds a strategic advantage when it comes to harnessing offshore solar energy, said Romanian Ambassador to Malaysia Nineta Barbulescu. She said the island of Borneo possesses ideal physical conditions for large-scale renewable energy projects, including offshore solar, carbon capture and storage, as well as green hydrogen and methanol production from seawater. 'The fact that Borneo offshore wind and wave output are lowest globally, it's a fact, but it's a very useful feature. 'Therefore, it makes this place ideal for offshore solar development, carbon capture and storage for green hydrogen extracted from seawater and green methanol for shipping,' she said. She said this during a plenary session titled Modernising Power Grids: Accelerating Renewable Energy Integration and Advancing Energy Storage Technologies at the International Energy Week 2025 held at the Borneo Convention Centre here today. Barbulescu also shared research done with the Australian National University which found that Borneo is among the few places globally that meet the key physical conditions needed for offshore renewable energy infrastructure. 'This region gets an average solar insulation of 175 watts per square metre, wave heights up to seven metres, water depths less than 800 metres and no hurricanes. 'If you look around the world, there are not many competitors in this category,' she added. She also introduced the concept of a 'hydro battery' proposal through a research consortium involving several universities including Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS), Australia National University, and institutions from Romania and Singapore. She explained that the Sarawak hydro battery concept involves using Bakun and Murum lakes as a closed-loop pumped storage hydro (PSH) system. This allows for the generation and storage of renewable energy while also serving as a flood mitigation tool during emergency. Using the Bakun and Murum dams as example, she said 500 gigawatt-hours of storage can be achieved by pumping 1,700 gigalitres of water uphill through a 2.8-kilometre penstock. The estimated cost is RM47 per kilowatt-hour, which is less than 5 per cent of the cost of lithium batteries. The plan involves three phases of development, from 2 to 5 to 15 gigawatt-hours, with full-scale deployment reaching 500 gigawatt-hours. Up to 120 gigawatts of floating solar panels can be installed on both lakes, supplying power to the hydro battery system for round-the-clock renewable energy output of 20 gigawatts. The total capital cost for hydro battery is estimated at RM15 billion per gigawatt, with a levelised cost of energy at 5.5 sen per kilowatt-hour. In comparison, gas power plants with carbon capture systems cost about RM13.6 billion per gigawatt and deliver energy at 8.5 sen per kilowatt-hour. 'The end product is that hydro battery generates energy, which is cheaper even than gas. And of course, it's friendly with the environment,' she said. Barbulescu said the hydro battery pathway has already attracted international interest and investment. 'Around two weeks ago, Saudi Arabia committed RM10 billion for a floating solar and hydro battery project in Kenyir Lake, Terengganu,' she said. borneo hydropower energy Romanian Ambassador sarawak
The Sun
15-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
SMD Semiconductor calls on young talents to explore careers in chip design at TRACE 2025
KUCHING: Sarawak's homegrown semiconductor company, SMD Semiconductor, is calling on the next generation of talents to explore exciting career opportunities in chip design by visiting its booth at the upcoming Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) Talent Recruitment and Career Exhibition (TRACE) 2025. The event will take place on June 17 and 18 at the UNIMAS Kota Samarahan campus. In a statement today, SMD chief executive officer Shariman Jamil said the company is actively seeking Sarawakian talents and aims to showcase the real-world impact of a career in chip design — a field that goes far beyond technical work. 'Chip designers are behind the technologies that power smartphones, electric vehicles, medical devices, and smart homes. With strong global demand, this industry offers long-term job stability, competitive salaries, and the satisfaction of seeing your innovations come to life,' he said. Shariman added that SMD provides multiple pathways for local graduates, from internships to full-time career placements, in areas such as chip design, semiconductor engineering, and AI development. He highlighted the company's flagship Semiconductor Mastery Programme, a six-month specialised training course focused on Analog Integrated Circuit (IC) Design and IC Test Solution Development Engineering. The programme is run in collaboration with several key partners, including the Ministry of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Sarawak (MEITD), Melexis NV, a Belgium-based global semiconductor supplier, X-Fab Sarawak, a German semiconductor foundry, and the Centre for Technology Excellence Sarawak (CENTEXS). In addition, SMD works closely with local universities to deliver advanced training and education, including a postgraduate microelectronics programme in collaboration with Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak. 'At our booth, visitors will be able to meet industry professionals, submit their CVs directly, and explore opportunities to join our team or enrol in specialised training at the SMD Academy, which is focused on preparing Sarawakians for high-value careers in the digital industry,' he said. Shariman noted that SMD's participation in TRACE 2025 aligns with Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg's vision to position the state as a regional high-value semiconductor hub by 2030. 'In line with this aspiration, SMD is championing sustainable innovation, circular economy practices, and advanced chip packaging. We are laying the foundation for long-term economic growth, research breakthroughs, and job creation in AI, automotive technologies, and integrated chip design,' he said. TRACE is Sarawak's largest career fair and is expected to attract over 80 companies and more than 15,000 visitors this year.
The Sun
15-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
SMD Semiconductor Seeks Talents at TRACE 2025 Career Fair
KUCHING: Sarawak's homegrown semiconductor company, SMD Semiconductor, is calling on the next generation of talents to explore exciting career opportunities in chip design by visiting its booth at the upcoming Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) Talent Recruitment and Career Exhibition (TRACE) 2025. The event will take place on June 17 and 18 at the UNIMAS Kota Samarahan campus. In a statement today, SMD chief executive officer Shariman Jamil said the company is actively seeking Sarawakian talents and aims to showcase the real-world impact of a career in chip design — a field that goes far beyond technical work. 'Chip designers are behind the technologies that power smartphones, electric vehicles, medical devices, and smart homes. With strong global demand, this industry offers long-term job stability, competitive salaries, and the satisfaction of seeing your innovations come to life,' he said. Shariman added that SMD provides multiple pathways for local graduates, from internships to full-time career placements, in areas such as chip design, semiconductor engineering, and AI development. He highlighted the company's flagship Semiconductor Mastery Programme, a six-month specialised training course focused on Analog Integrated Circuit (IC) Design and IC Test Solution Development Engineering. The programme is run in collaboration with several key partners, including the Ministry of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Sarawak (MEITD), Melexis NV, a Belgium-based global semiconductor supplier, X-Fab Sarawak, a German semiconductor foundry, and the Centre for Technology Excellence Sarawak (CENTEXS). In addition, SMD works closely with local universities to deliver advanced training and education, including a postgraduate microelectronics programme in collaboration with Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak. 'At our booth, visitors will be able to meet industry professionals, submit their CVs directly, and explore opportunities to join our team or enrol in specialised training at the SMD Academy, which is focused on preparing Sarawakians for high-value careers in the digital industry,' he said. Shariman noted that SMD's participation in TRACE 2025 aligns with Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg's vision to position the state as a regional high-value semiconductor hub by 2030. 'In line with this aspiration, SMD is championing sustainable innovation, circular economy practices, and advanced chip packaging. We are laying the foundation for long-term economic growth, research breakthroughs, and job creation in AI, automotive technologies, and integrated chip design,' he said. TRACE is Sarawak's largest career fair and is expected to attract over 80 companies and more than 15,000 visitors this year.
Barnama
15-06-2025
- Business
- Barnama
SMD Semiconductor Calls On Young Talents To Explore Careers In Chip Design At TRACE 2025
KUCHING, June 15 (Bernama) -- Sarawak's homegrown semiconductor company, SMD Semiconductor, is calling on the next generation of talents to explore exciting career opportunities in chip design by visiting its booth at the upcoming Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) Talent Recruitment and Career Exhibition (TRACE) 2025. The event will take place on June 17 and 18 at the UNIMAS Kota Samarahan campus. In a statement today, SMD chief executive officer Shariman Jamil said the company is actively seeking Sarawakian talents and aims to showcase the real-world impact of a career in chip design — a field that goes far beyond technical work. 'Chip designers are behind the technologies that power smartphones, electric vehicles, medical devices, and smart homes. With strong global demand, this industry offers long-term job stability, competitive salaries, and the satisfaction of seeing your innovations come to life,' he said. Shariman added that SMD provides multiple pathways for local graduates, from internships to full-time career placements, in areas such as chip design, semiconductor engineering, and AI development. He highlighted the company's flagship Semiconductor Mastery Programme, a six-month specialised training course focused on Analog Integrated Circuit (IC) Design and IC Test Solution Development Engineering. The programme is run in collaboration with several key partners, including the Ministry of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Sarawak (MEITD), Melexis NV, a Belgium-based global semiconductor supplier, X-Fab Sarawak, a German semiconductor foundry, and the Centre for Technology Excellence Sarawak (CENTEXS). In addition, SMD works closely with local universities to deliver advanced training and education, including a postgraduate microelectronics programme in collaboration with Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak. 'At our booth, visitors will be able to meet industry professionals, submit their CVs directly, and explore opportunities to join our team or enrol in specialised training at the SMD Academy, which is focused on preparing Sarawakians for high-value careers in the digital industry,' he said.
