Beladin fishermen wants LKIM Fish Landing Complex operational soon
BELADIN: The fishermen here are still hoping for the reopening of the Malaysian Fisheries Development Authority’s (LKIM) Fish Landing Complex, which has been vacant for ages. Even though they appear to have forgotten about the project due to it not being usable for an extended period, if operational, it will make life easier for the […]
Take advantage of PNK’s services, members told
MUKAH: Members of the Mukah-Oya Area Fishermen Association (PNK) should take advantage of the many services that the association provides which could improve their socioeconomic wellbeing. Its general manager Awang Mohaini Awang Chee said this includes the sale of subsidised diesel at the Malaysian Fisheries Development Board (LKIM) jetty for deep sea fishing. He added […]
New RM360k ice-maker pending approval
MUKAH: The Mukah/Oya Area Fishermen Association (PNK) is looking forward to having a new ice-making machine this year. Its general manager, Awang Mohaini Awang Chee, said a working paper on the matter had been prepared last year. He added that it was forwarded to the Malaysian Fisheries Development Board (LKIM) for submission to the Ministry […]
Higher allowance for fishermen
KUCHING: The Fishermen Livelihood Allowance (ESHN) has been increased from RM200 to RM250 per month for Zone A vessel owners and Zone A, B, C and C2 crew employees. Agriculture and Food Industries Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ronald Kiandee explained that the move was part of the federal government’s effort to ease the burden of […]
Solar dome used to dry unsold fish
By Indun Silong KUCHNG: Fresh fish are being turned into dried fish using the help of a solar dryer dome. The Malaysian Fisheries Development Authority (LKIM) Sarawak with the Buntal Fishermen Association (PNKB) is taking this route in solving the problem of unsold fishes in the area due to the movement control order (MCO). “LKIM […]
Second chance for fishermen
KUCHING: Malaysian Fishery Development Board (LKIM) is giving qualified fishermen another chance to appeal for the Fishermen Household Living Aid. “If the fishermen are over 70 years old, we automatically consider them to be unqualified,” LKIM director-general Jamaludin Othman told a press conference yesterday. “But if the individual forwards an appeal to us, we will […]
LKIM’s plan to combat monsoon season
KUCHING: As the monsoon season ensues in Sarawak, Malaysian Fishery Development Board (LKIM) is developing a plan to help fishermen who are unable to go out due to strong winds and heavy rain. LKIM director-general Jamaludin Othman said LKIM is coming up with additional plans to combat the issues faced by fishermen during the season. […]
