Thursday, 26 March 2026

Author: News Desk

Sarawak judo team gears up for Taipei Judo Open 2023

KUCHING: The Sarawak judo team is set to participate in the Taipei Judo Open 2023, which will take place in Taipei from July 1-2. The team consists of nine members, including seven judokas and two officials. The judokas representing Sarawak are Voon Xue Jie, Soh Yew Ing, Tan Kok Hong,

Algae-based sustainable aviation fuel to be used in offshore helicopter services

BY SARAH HAFIZAH CHANDRA & AWANG MUHAMMAD SYAHMI KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg says that the algae-based sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) produced in Sarawak will be utilised in offshore helicopter services. A Memorandum of Understanding was signed between Hornbill Skyways Sdn Bhd and Petronas Dagangan

State govt to acquire MASwings as boutique airline

BY SARAH HAFIZAH CHANDRA & AWANG MUHAMMAD SYAHMI KUCHING:  The state government has agreed in principle to take over MASwings in its plan to establish the region’s own boutique airline. This was revealed by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg who said this is being planned following

Approved firm to maintain Pan Borneo Highway

KUCHING: A company approved by the Federal Ministry of Finance will maintain the Pan Borneo Highway after it has been completed. Federal Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said in a written reply at the Parliament session this morning that the maintenance work would begin when the highway packages

Hornbill Skyways secures prestigious contract from Petronas, earns Premier’s praise

BY SARAH HAFIZAH CHANDRA & AWANG MUHAMMAD SYAHMI KUCHING: Hornbill Skyways has been awarded a significant contract from Petronas, signifying the trust and confidence placed in the capabilities and expertise of the Sarawak-owned general aviation company. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg commended Hornbill Skyways for achieving

Significant milestone not only for Hornbill Skyways but also Sarawak

BY AWANG MUHAMMAD SYAHMI & SARAH HAFIZAH CHANDRA KUCHING: Hornbill Skyways Sdn Bhd, an experienced aviation company owned by the Sarawak government, has reached a significant milestone by securing a five-year contract from Petronas for Offshore Helicopter Services (OHS). The contract involved six Petroleum Arrangement Contractors (PACs), namely Petronas Carigali

Popular Pesta Saratok back this July

BY GABRIEL LIHAN AND ELLISIA TINGASS KUCHING: The annual Pesta Saratok 2023 returns with the Regatta Kalaka among its highlights. Kalaka assemblyman Mohammad Duri said the festival includes Labang Bike Week, Cultural Night, Saratok Kitchen, Saratok Run Challenge and the popular Regatta Kalaka. This year’s month-long festival which begins on

PAS receives 20,000 new membership applications

PAS and Bersatu have received nearly 20,000 new membership applications within a five-month period this year. According to Secretary-General of PAS, Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan, PAS has already approved over 3,000 new memberships in just two months, which includes former leaders and members of Umno. These numbers surpass Umno’s addition

Heavy rain warning for Kapit

KUCHING: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning for thunderstorms and heavy rainfall expected in Kapit. The warning is in effect for Song, Kapit, and Bukit Mabong until 5 pm today (Jun 15). This warning was issued due to clear signs of thunderstorms with rainfall intensity exceeding 20mm/hour,

Curtin University, UOB hold career awareness programme

MIRI: Curtin University Malaysia’s Faculty of Business and UOB Malaysia recently organised a career awareness event at its campus. The event aimed to enhance students’ understanding of the banking and finance industries while guiding them in developing the necessary skills and competencies for future careers. Leading the UOB Malaysia team