Advancements in Sarawak's Green Hydrogen Hub with Strong Commitment to Collaboration
Key Ideas
- SEDCE and Gentari Hydrogen Sdn Bhd are progressing with joint venture plans for the Sarawak Green Hydrogen Hub.
- Two major projects, H2ornbill and H2biscus, are nearing completion of their Front-End Engineering Design this year.
- Malaysia and Japan are enhancing their hydrogen collaboration to support Sarawak's leadership in the sector.
- The amended Gas Distribution Ordinance, effective since March, is crucial for the safe and structured growth of Sarawak's hydrogen economy.
SEDCE Energy Sdn Bhd (SEDCE) and Gentari Hydrogen Sdn Bhd are moving forward with the Sarawak Green Hydrogen Hub, aiming to establish a joint venture company for centralized investor facilities. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan announced that the hub is currently in the scope definition and engineering development phase. Notably, the H2ornbill and H2biscus projects are on track to finalize their Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) by the end of the year. The commitment between Malaysia and Japan to hydrogen collaboration is strengthening, underscoring Sarawak's prominent role in this field. According to Awang Tengah, the amended Gas Distribution Ordinance, which became effective in March, is pivotal for ensuring the secure and sustainable progression of hydrogen-related activities in Sarawak. This legislative move aims to enhance investor confidence and facilitate the long-term growth of Sarawak's hydrogen economy.