KUCHING: A fully licensed Sarawakian-owned refinery, Timuran Kembangan Sdn Bhd, is taking the lead in transforming scheduled waste oil into green energy, reinforcing local industry capacity while reducing environmental impact across the state.
Its Managing Director, Datuk Johnny Ting Su King, said the company operates a fully integrated system that handles the collection, transportation, processing and distribution of waste oil using its own workforce and fleet.
Timuran Kembangan collects scheduled waste oil from workshops and industrial clients across Kuching, Sibu, Miri and Sabah, covering a wide base of customers in Sarawak.
Its refinery here currently produces between 650 and 700 metric tonnes of refined oil monthly, with annual recovery reaching about 8,000 metric tonnes.
“We average around 650 tonnes monthly, operating about 11 months a year, with one month set aside for maintenance,” Ting said.
“This is a big issue for the environment. If nobody collects and processes this waste oil properly, it can cause serious damage. What we are doing is not just business; it’s about protecting Sarawak,” Ting told Sarawak Tribune recently.
Ting emphasised that the company’s growth reflects strong demand from industry players.
“We are not the first, but we are now the biggest. Around 80 to 85 per cent of our products are absorbed by the market,” he said.
The refined fuel oil is used by industrial players as a more cost-effective alternative energy source, while also supporting greener operations.
Many clients have begun adopting recycled oil as part of their environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices.
The company has maintained steady production while creating employment opportunities, employing over 40 staff across its sites.
Its operations are supported by a growing logistics network, including 16 collection vehicles and multiple storage facilities.
The Kuching plant serves as its main hub, with additional facilities in Sibu, Miri and Sabah supporting collection and distribution.
Beyond its core business, Timuran Kembangan also participates in ESG-related initiatives, including the collection of used cooking oil in collaboration with local authorities during weekends.
Looking ahead, the company plans to expand its refining capacity with new facilities in Sibu and Miri.
A smaller plant in Sibu is expected to be operational next year, with a projected capacity of around 300 tonnes per month, while output in Kuching is set to increase by up to 20 per cent with the addition of a new processing line.
Ting expressed hope for continued support for local Sarawakian companies in developing sustainable industries.
“We are 100 per cent Sarawakian-owned, and we believe this industry is important for the future, not just for business but for the environment and the people,” he said.
