Covid-delayed Baleh HEP project now on the right track: Abang Jo
KUCHING: The construction of the Baleh Hydroelectric Project (HEP) is on track despite the delays caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said construction works are progressing smoothly according to schedule although there were some issues concerning manpower shortages. “There have been some issues with the availability of […]
Sungai Krian Bridge ready by July 2025
PUSA: The Sungai Krian Bridge is expected to be completed by July 2025, said Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Port Development (Infrastructure Development) Aidel Lariwoo. Work on the 690-metre bridge has resumed after many delays due to several factors. “Among the main problems are the electric cables in the river and the effects of the […]
Budget inaccuracies main cause of project delay
KUCHING: Several factors have been identified as reasons for contractors delaying projects but a main factor is cost overrun – budget inaccuracies caused by excessively high costs of building materials, a director of a construction company said. Supriyadi Iman, director of Blue Words Construction Company, said other factors include skilled workers demanding high wages, labour […]
Kuching sewerage system project 66 pct completed
KUCHING: Kuching Centralised Sewerage System Package 2 project has achieved 66 per cent completion and is expected to be ready by January 2024. Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said the project costing RM750 million, commenced in Sept 2017 and covers Kampung Gita, part of Jalan Matang, Jalan Tun Abdul Rahman Yaakub and […]
Henry rubbishes opposition allegation
BAU: Deputy Transport Minister Datuk Henry Harry Jinep has rubbished allegations that he had a hand in delaying the Kampung Selampit Bridge. The Tasik Biru assemblyman pointed out that the proposed bridge is a federal-funded project and as a state assemblyman, he had no authority over the project. He was responding to allegations by the […]
Petra Jaya Hospital project ahead of schedule
KUCHING: The construction of the Petra Jaya Hospital is ahead of schedule whereby its work progress is nearly at 26 percent completion. Senior Works Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said based on the latest progress, the appointed rescue contractor should be able to complete the project according to schedule. “If according to work schedule, the […]
Don’t keep people waiting, DCM tells contractor
LIMBANG: The contractor in charge of the Jalan Meritam-Telahak-Buangabai-Pengkalan Rejab road project stretching 9.5 kilometres which is experiencing delays, has been urged to expedite its completion. According to the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (UKAS) on Tuesday (Feb 8), Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said the project of the Ministry of Rural […]
More water supply for Kedup soon
SERIAN: Villagers along Jalan Mongkos as well as Jalan Mentung Merau here will be able to enjoy more consistent water supply by next year. Kedup assemblyman Martin Ben said the water supply project was supposed to be completed this year but was delayed due to Covid-19. “Should the conditions warrant, the water supply project should […]
Batang Lupar bridges ready on time, assures CM
SIMANGGANG: Both the Batang Lupar Bridge and Batang Lupar 2 Bridge are expected to be completed according to schedule despite delays caused by the Covid-19 pandemic and other challenges faced. Elaborating on some of the challenges faced, Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg said the machinery used for piling works was from China, […]
Julaihi takes contractors to task for project delays
BELADIN: Delays by contractors in implementing development projects will lead to big issues, says Datuk Julaihi Narawi. The Assistant Minister of Infrastructure and Port Development stressed that errant contractors would be subjected to action. “A successful contractor can do the project as scheduled and set. “I would like to remind contractors not to follow in […]
