Sabah Energy Corporation (SEC), in collaboration with the Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS) and PETRONAS, successfully hosted a two-day Workshop on Gas Pipeline Right-Of-Way (ROW) Safety Management at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) from 30 September to 1 October 2025.
The programme brought together more than 50 organisations, including government agencies, industry players, utilities, and community stakeholders, in a concerted effort to strengthen collaboration in ensuring the safety and integrity of Sabah’s gas pipeline network.
A key highlight of the event was the Leaders’ Dialogue, featuring Datuk Adzmir Abdul Rahman, Group Chief Executive Officer of SEC; Hj. Zulkifly Sulaiman, Director of the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) Sabah; and Handan Ramli, Senior General Manager of Production & Operations Management, MPM PETRONAS. The session was moderated by ECoS Chief Executive Officer, Datuk Ir. Nasser Abdul Wahid.
During the session, Datuk Adzmir stressed that the integrity of gas pipelines goes beyond technical concerns, describing it as vital to Sabah’s economic continuity. He called for the statewide standardisation of ROW management, urging that future developments consider existing pipeline corridors from the early planning stage.
“This includes early coordination with planning agencies, integration of ROW data into the State GIS mapping system, and continuous engagement with all stakeholders to nurture a shared culture of safety,” he said.
He also highlighted SEC’s commitment as Sabah’s gas aggregator in fostering multi-agency collaboration to manage developments near ROW areas. This includes strengthening Emergency Response Plans (ERP) through regular drills and simulations, and enhancing training and public awareness to minimise third-party risks.
“Gas pipelines are the lifeline of Sabah’s economic progress. Protecting them means protecting the state’s future,” Datuk Adzmir remarked.
With its focus on safeguarding what fuels progress and managing what could endanger it, SEC continues to advance Sabah’s energy future, ensuring that development moves forward responsibly and safely.
