KUCHING: Bintulu Port Holdings Berhad (BPHB) held its 30th Annual General Meeting (AGM) here on Tuesday (June 16), with shareholders approving all resolutions tabled, including the declaration of a total dividend of 15 sen per share amounting to RM69.0 million for the financial year ended Dec 31, 2025.
Despite a challenging global business environment and an ongoing regulatory transition of the port’s governance from the federal government to the Sarawak government, the group posted stable financial results for FY2025.
BPHB recorded operating revenue of RM822.15 million, with liquefied natural gas (LNG) remaining the principal revenue contributor.
Samalaju operations, container handling, and bulk cargo activities provided further diversification.
The group’s Profit After Taxation stood at RM121.89 million, translating to Earnings Per Share of 26.50 sen, while EBITDA reached RM419.66 million.
Cargo throughput was maintained at approximately 52 million tonnes, consistent with the previous year.
The declared dividend represents 56.61 per cent of current year after-tax profit, reflecting the group’s commitment to shareholder returns while preserving capacity for long-term growth.
President and group chief executive officer Datuk Ruslan Abdul Ghani said the results were a reflection of disciplined execution and long-term planning.
“By continuously improving efficiency, investing in digital capabilities and strengthening our infrastructure, we are building a future-ready organisation that creates sustainable value for our shareholders, customers and stakeholders.”
Chairman Datuk Amar Abu Bakar Marzuki said the governance transition was ongoing and expected to be finalised before the end of the third quarter of this year.
He added that the extension of the Fourth Interim Agreement until Dec 31, 2026, or until the transition is completed, provides operational continuity for customers, business partners, employees and investors.
On the digitalisation front, BPHB continued to advance its smart port agenda through several key initiatives, including the implementation of a Port Operation System to enhance cargo visibility, the deployment of AI-enabled Smart CCTV and drone surveillance, and the introduction of a Smart Gate Barrier System at Samalaju Industrial Port integrating Optical Character Recognition, License Plate Recognition and RFID technology.
A significant milestone was also achieved with the receipt of Principal Approval for the establishment of a 343-hectare Free Commercial Zone at Samalaju Port, which is set to become Malaysia’s first full Free Zone Port.
The development is expected to strengthen Samalaju Port’s position as a strategic trade and industrial gateway while supporting Sarawak’s long-term economic ambitions.
BPHB also reaffirmed its sustainability commitments, with ongoing initiatives in renewable energy, low-carbon logistics and operational electrification.
Through Yayasan Bintulu Port, the group continues to invest in community development programmes spanning education, healthcare, environmental conservation and social well-being.
