Batik Air’s Bintulu-KL flights hold much promise: Tiong
KUCHING: The launch of Batik Air’s direct flights between Bintulu and Kuala Lumpur promises substantial benefits for business and tourism. Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said with Bintulu’s continued growth as an industrial hub, the demand for flights has surged considerably in recent years. “Delays in the delivery of new […]
Bintulu-Jepak Bridge ready early next year
BINTULU: Construction of the 1.2-km Bintulu-Jepak Bridge is projected to be fully completed by February next year. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said the completion of bridge will significantly ease public transportation from the city centre to Jepak and eventually to Bintulu Airport and other nearby regions. He also said that the project […]
Bio-refinery to be built in Bintulu
SRI AMAN: Sarawak is looking at building a bio-refinery in Bintulu for refining oil derived from microalgae cultivation. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this development will proceed once the 10,000-acre microalgae cultivation farm is operational. “The world is actively seeking sustainable fuel sources, and Sarawak has great potential in this […]
Call to ramp up preparations for SUKMA
KUCHING: All the committees involved in the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA XXI) Sarawak 2024 are reminded to constantly monitor their respective preparations as the date for organising SUKMA is getting closer. Sarawak Deputy Secretary (Operations) and chief executive officer of SUKMA XXI Sarawak Datuk Hii Chang Kee said this when chairing the preparation meeting for […]
Sarawak records 1,237 craft entrepreneurs, including 49 from Bintulu
BINTULU: Sarawak has recorded a total of 1,237 craft entrepreneurs, with 49 of them hailing from Bintulu. Kraftangan Malaysia director-general Datuk ‘Ainu Sham Ramli expressed hope that the constituency would become a hub for the production of bead craft products that can be commercialised not only in the local market but also internationally. As of […]
No water supply tomorrow
BINTULU: Residents in several parts of town here will experience water supply disruptions tomorrow (June 11), due to scheduled pipe connection works. Laku Management Sdn Bhd (LAKU) said the works would be conducted at the intersection near Boulevard Shopping Mall Bintulu. “The connection works will begin at 8.00 am and are expected to be completed […]
Direct international flights to Sibu and Bintulu in final stages of study
SIBU: The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) is conducting final-stage studies to secure direct international flights to Sibu and Bintulu. Its Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said that so far, only one new international flight has been confirmed, connecting Yunan to Kuching. “For Sibu and Bintulu we recommend a direct flight from […]
Three escape death in Bintulu car crash
BINTULU: Three individuals narrowly escaped death after the car they were in overturned at the Sungai Kemena bridge here. The accident occurred at 3am this morning (May 26). The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) operations centre promptly dispatched a team from Bintulu fire station to the scene. Upon arrival at 3.13am, the firefighters found a […]
Minister explains last year’s blast incident at Bintulu Samalaju Industrial Park
NO air and water pollution was observed or detected in the surrounding plant area at the Bintulu Samalaju Industrial Park where an explosion took place last year. Minister of International Trade, Industry, and Investment Datuk Dr Malcolm Mussen Lamoh said that all air pollution control systems functioned well during the incident. “Meanwhile, the company had […]
New four lane road along Miri-Bintulu stretch now open to public
MIRI: The Public Works Department (JKR) Sarawak Pan Borneo branch today officially opened a four-lane, two-way road, stretching from CH14+500 to CH24+400 along the Miri-Bintulu Road. JKR made the announcement via its official Facebook page. “With the opening of the Beluru Interchange, effective immediately, commuters can expect smoother traffic flow and reduced travel times,” it […]
