Wata – Malaysian Oil and Gas Engineer

Dateline 2025-09-17, Offshore Engineer:

Petronas Carigali, an exploration and production arm of Malaysia’s Petronas, has signed an agreement with Geoteric, an AI-driven seismic interpretation software firm, to expand the use of artificial intelligence in oil and gas exploration activities.

The agreement signifies a step-change in AI adoption for Petronas Carigali that will identify new hydrocarbon prospects in less time, increase drilling success and expedite exploration activities overall, the company said.

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Dateline 2025-07-07, Daily Express:

Kota Kinabalu: Over-reliance on natural gas is unsustainable for Sabah and may hinder long-term energy security and industrial growth, said Datuk Harun Ismail, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Sabah Oil & Gas Development Corporation (SOGDC).

During his keynote address at the Sabah Oil & Gas Conference and Exhibition (SOGCE) 2025 themed “Fostering Collaboration, Paving Sustainable Opportunities” last Friday, Harun stressed that Sabah’s natural gas reserves are significantly more limited than those of Sarawak, making it a risky foundation for long-term energy planning.“

Sabah currently relies on natural gas for 90 percent of its energy needs. This level of dependency is not conducive to energy security. We need a clear transition plan towards renewable energy,” he said.

He highlighted untapped renewable resources in Sabah – particularly the thermal ocean sector within the blue economy – but noted that these technologies remain expensive and would require substantial government subsidies to make electricity tariffs viable. 

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Dateline 2025-09-15, Daily Express:

KOTA KINABALU: For generations, Sabah’s fortunes had first been dictated by timber, followed by oil palm and tourism. Now the oil and gas sector, notably LNG and gas-fired power plants, have taken precedence, fuelling industries, creating jobs and providing a steady revenue stream. But as the world’s energy priorities shift, Sabah is charting a new course – one that still leverages its petroleum strengths but places increasing emphasis on renewable resources, the Blue Economy and a groundbreaking new frontier: Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (Otec).

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Dateline 2025-09-12, Travel and Tour World:

Petronas, Malaysia’s leading oil and gas company, has successfully delivered the nation’s first locally blended Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). This achievement highlights Petronas’ in-house capability to produce and supply SAF, positioning Malaysia as a key player in the global push towards aviation decarbonization. The fuel was delivered through Petronas’ integrated supply chain, meeting international sustainability standards and the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) requirements.

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Dateline 2025-07-06, The Edge Malaysia:

KUALA LUMPUR (July 6): Petronas Gas Bhd (PetGas), the country’s leading gas infrastructure operator, has announced the full restoration of gas supply to key areas in Batu Tiga, Shah Alam, and Connaught Bridge. This follows the successful commissioning of a newly constructed bypass pipeline on July 1, after the April 1 explosion incident at Putra Heights, Selangor.

The resumption of full supply is critical to restoring energy continuity for households, businesses, and industries across the affected areas.

With natural gas contributing 40% to 50% of Malaysia’s electricity generation, PetGas said it remains focused on ensuring that the public feels secure living near this critical infrastructure.

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Today marks the final day of ENGINEER & MARVEX, concluding a week of high-level industry engagement. Day 3 was marked by a series of important technical and strategic discussions, including the BESS Talk Series, sessions by BOMBA and PLAN Malaysia, a dialogue with the President of the IEC, and key meetings between IEM & JKR and the HVAC Regional Associations. 

The final day continues this momentum with a packed schedule. Today’s programme begins with the A.C.E Conference at 9:00 AM, followed by the ENGINEER and MARVEX Ideas Competition at 10:00 AM and the Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Skills Competition at 10:30 AM.

This is the last opportunity for professionals to visit the three live showcases, gain valuable CPD points, and engage with the latest technologies on the exhibition floor.

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Dateline 2025-09-09, Rigzone:

Malaysian energy giant Petroliam Nasional Bhd. said it was working closely with authorities after the government tightened security at one of the world’s largest liquefied natural gas facilities in Sarawak state.

A Petronas employee at the company’s headquarters received text messages that threatened to burn the LNG facilities from a phone number registered in Indonesia, Bernama reported, citing Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof. The matter is under police investigation, he added.

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With a schedule centred on high-level knowledge sharing and technical deep dives.

The day begins with the A.C.E. Conference at 9:00 AM, followed by the continuing Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Talk Series at 10:30 AM. At 11:00 AM, PLAN Malaysia will lead an ENGINEER Power Talk Industry session. This programme underscores the exhibition’s role as a platform for practical knowledge and insights that go beyond the classroom.

Alongside these sessions, the exhibition continues to be the primary sourcing hub for your next built environment project.

To make the most of your visit, download the eShow Preview. It will help you plan your time, attend the most relevant talks, and review the Excellence Award nominees for your projects.

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📅 9 – 12 Sept 2025
🕘 10AM – 6PM
📍 KL Convention Centre, Malaysia

Dateline 2025-09-08, Malay Mail:

PETALING JAYA, Sept 8 — Oil and gas analyst Jamil A Ghani has cautioned that Sarawak’s push for its state-owned firm Petros to take over from Petronas as Malaysia’s sole gas aggregator could pose risks to the country’s energy system.

He said the aggregator’s role was crucial as it determined whether gas resources would fuel local industries or be exported abroad as liquefied natural gas (LNG).

“Though technical, the aggregator’s role is powerful. It buys gas from upstream producers and resells it to downstream users. This effectively shapes whether gas fuels Sarawak’s industries or is exported abroad as liquefied natural gas (LNG).

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The exhibition floor is active with a full schedule of technical and business sessions.

Today, the Kuala Lumpur Engineering Science Fair (KLEF) begins its International Engineering Sustainability E-Symposium (IESE) and Advanced Materials Symposium (AMS). Additionally, a full line-up of talks is scheduled for the Power Talk Industry and Power Talk Business series. The Battery Energy Storage System series also starts today at 10:30 AM in Meeting Space 1, Hall 1.

To make the most of your visit, download the eShow Preview. It will help you plan your time, attend the most relevant talks, and review the Excellence Award nominees for consideration in your future projects.

Follow daily coverage on the official website to stay informed.

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📅 9 – 12 Sept 2025
🕘 10AM – 6PM
📍 KL Convention Centre, Malaysia