SEB allays power disruption fears following fire

MIRI: A fire broke out at one of the transformers in the Pujut power station at 6am on Saturday morning (June 3), sparking concerns about potential power supply disruptions and safety risks in the surrounding areas. But such concerns were quickly allayed by Sarawak Energy which assured the public that the situation is under control […]

Sarawak Energy expresses sadness over employee’s tragic death

KUCHING: Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB) has officially confirmed the unfortunate passing of one of its employees in Bintangor, Sarikei on Sunday (May 7). “Medical officers certified the employee’s passing at 4.59pm on the same day,” SEB said on Monday (May 8). “The entire SEB team expresses deep sadness and extends its heartfelt condolences to the […]

Lessons never learned, power theft rampant despite reminders from Sarawak Energy

SIBU: Individuals and businesses are continuing to steal electricity and are endangering lives, despite Sarawak Energy’s numerous reminders. This was demonstrated recently when a fire broke out at a cryptocurrency mining centre at Jalan Pedada here due to illegal electricity connections. Before this, another centre located at Saberkas Commercial Centre in Miri, caught fire for […]

Sarawak Energy retraces digital journey at cloud summit

KUCHING: Upskilling employees with digital skills has improved workforce flexibility at Sarawak Energy, said its Chief Digital Officer Sim Ko Sin. She said this in turn encouraged the exploration of new ways of working by leveraging technologies and innovations, creating a positive experience in using digital tools. Thus making for a more receptive environment to […]

Another milestone for Sarawak Energy as Murum-Samalaju line powers up

KUCHING: Sarawak Energy recently achieved a key milestone with the successful commissioning of the 166km Murum to Samalaju B 275kV Transmission Line. In a press statement by Sarawak Energy, it stated that the milestone further strengthened the reliability of Sarawak’s overall power system by enhancing transmission security and capacity for current and future load growth, […]

Sarawak Energy receives 16 MSOSH awards

KUCHING: Sarawak Energy received its recognition for its commitment to occupational safety and health, with the energy development company receiving a total of 16 awards at the 40th MSOSH Occupational Safety and Health Awards (MSOSH Award) ceremony on December 21 2022 in Kuala Lumpur. First introduced in 1982, the annual MSOSH Award is presented by […]

Quadruple win for Sarawak Energy at UNGCMYB Sustainability Awards 2022

KUCHING: Sarawak Energy continues to receive acclaim for its sustainability efforts when it bagged four Sustainability Performance Awards at the United Nations Global Compact Network Malaysia and Brunei’s (UNGCMYB) Sustainability Celebration Night 2022. The electricity utility company won the Sustainability Influencer Award. It also won awards in the following categories:   Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) […]

Authorities pick up pace in hunt for power thieves

MIRI: Another two cryptocurrency mining operations here were crippled in a raid by authorities. A joint raid conducted by Sarawak Energy, the Utility and Telecommunication Ministry and police in Desa Senadin last week uncovered a total of 85 cryptocurrency mining servers. In a statement today, Sarawak Energy said direct tapping cables were seen connected from […]

Sarawak Energy launches innovative approach to wildlife conservation

KUCHING: Sarawak Energy has launched Sarawak’s first Amphibian and Reptile Pod, an innovative approach to conservation that is also the first ex-situ (off-site) conservation facility of its kind in Malaysia. It was done as part of its focus on developing its energy resources responsibly and sustainably to maximise the positive impacts and minimise potential harm […]

Work to connect Mapai and Tondong substations to begin soon

KUCHING: The transmission line connection work is commencing soon to connect the Mapai Substation to Tondong Substation, part of the 500KV Transmission Grid, Sarawak’s Second Transmission Backbone. In a press release, Sarawak Energy said that overall electricity supply was expected to be unaffected during the duration of the connection work. “Nevertheless, preparations are being done […]