PETRONAS hands out tithe 548 recipients
KUCHING: The PETRONAS Muslim Staff Welfare Association (BAKIP) will be contributing zakat (tithe) totaling RM114,600 which enables it to be distributed to 548 under privileged recipients this year. Deputy Minister of Energy and Environmental Sustainability, Datuk Dr Hazland Abang Hipni distributed part of the tithe to 219 individuals from Demak Laut yesterday during the ‘Petronas […]
PETRONAS signs MOU to fund Chevening Scholarships for sustainability studies in UK
KUALA LUMPUR: PETRONAS and the United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) have exchanged a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which will see PETRONAS jointly funding the UK Government’s flagship Chevening Scholarship for two Malaysians annually, to pursue a one-year master’s degree on sustainability studies at a top university in the UK. The Chevening Scholarship […]
Petronas’ appreciation dinner for media practitioners
BINTULU: Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas) hosted an appreciation dinner for media practitioners here on Friday night. About twenty local media practitioners attended the dinner, which also coincided with the Chinese New Year celebration. Petronas Senior Manager of Media Communications (Corporate and Regional), Praevitriana Yuliawiratman said the media coverage of Petronas had greatly assisted its efforts […]
Petronas: No discussions on F1 in Sepang
KUALA LUMPUR: Petronas has confirmed that there have been no discussions on bringing back the Formula One Grand Prix to the Sepang International Circuit (SIC). The national oil firm was referring to news reports on the potential return of the sport in 2026. “We would like to confirm that there have been no discussions on […]
PETRONAS focuses on giving back for 50th anniversary celebration
KUCHING: Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS) is gearing up to celebrate its 50th anniversary with a series of activities throughout the year. PETRONAS head of Media Communications Jalina Joheng said the oil and gas company is putting together plans to commemorate its 50 years anniversary. ”We want to give back to the community in a meaningful […]
PETRONAS OUTLINES ACTIVITIES FOR NEXT THREE YEARS,PRIORITISING ENERGY SECURITY AND CROSS-INDUSTRY COLLABORATIONS
KUALA LUMPUR: Petronas unveiled its Activity Outlook for 2024-2026, detailing anticipated activities that emphasise partnering with Oil and Gas Service and Equipment (OGSE) providers to address energy demand and propel clean energy initiatives forward. In the coming three years, they are committed to maintaining and expanding Malaysia’s oil and gas production, creating prospects for OGSE […]
50 villagers complete fire safety programme
BARIO: The Sarawak Zone 6 Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba), in collaboration with Petronas, successfully concluded its three-day Kita Selamat programme at Balia Raya here yesterday. The closing ceremony, graced by political secretary Charles Balan Seling, representing Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department Datuk Gerawat Gala, gathered 50 individuals from various villages, including Pa Derung, […]
MRSM Bintulu to provide access to quality STEM education in Sarawak
BINTULU: The official launch of the MARA Junior Science College (MRSM) Bintulu on 1 November 2023 marks a significant milestone in elevating education opportunities and powering the pursuit of knowledge for students in Sarawak. This project is a collaboration between PETRONAS, the Sarawak state government through Yayasan Sarawak, and Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA), aiming to […]
Petronas hosts OGSE event to foster resilient ecosystem
BINTULU: Petronas hosted the inaugural Sarawak Oil and Gas Services and Equipment (OGSE) Partners Day here recently. It brought local vendors together for a sustainable and resilient OGSE ecosystem to drive the industry forward amid the energy transition. According to a press statement by Petronas today (Oct 23), about 500 licensed and registered vendors had […]
Discovering hidden treasures in Baram
“The great difference between voyages rests not with the ships, but with the people you meet on them” – British novelist and teacher, Amelia E. Barr Adventuring into the great interiors of Sarawak is not for the faint hearted. My recent trip to Baram was a truly humbling and eye-opening experience. I had the honour […]
