Business

Malaysia-listed Straits Inter Logistics post 83% on year jump in Q3 net profit

‘Pick up in the oil and gas industry continued to contribute positively in demand for the bunkering business.’

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November 25, 2019

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Malaysia-listed Straits Inter Logistics Berhad (Straits), the parent of Tumpuan Megah Development Sdn Bhd (Tumpuan Megah), posted an 83.4% jump in its third quarter (Q3) 2019 net profit due to a “pick up in the oil and gas industry”, it said.

Straits recorded net profit of RM 1.86 million in Q3 2019, compared to net profit of RM 1.01 million during Q3 2019, showed its latest financial statement.

Its overall revenue increased to RM 225.7 million in Q3 2019, from RM 69.4 million in Q3 2018.

Specifically, segment revenue from the company’s oil trading and bunkering services was RM 224.8 million in Q3 2019, representing a 224% rise from revenue of RM 69.4 million in Q3 2018.

Profit before tax for the similar segment was RM 3.6 million in Q3 2019, versus RM 2.6 million in Q3 2018.

“The pick up in the oil and gas industry continued to contribute positively in demand for the bunkering business,” it attributed.

“As the Group’s strategy to continue building a sustainable revenue stream consisting of oil bunkering and trading in oil products takes place, it had more than tripled its revenue for the third quarter of 2019 by RM 156.30 million to RM 225.69 million, from RM 69.39 million achieved in the third quarter of 2018,” said Straits in a review of its Q3 performance.

“The substantial increase in revenue is mainly due to the consolidation of the results of Tumpuan Megah Development Sdn Bhd (Tumpuan Megah).

“The Group recorded a profit before tax of RM 2.91 million in the third quarter of 2019 as compared to RM 1.28 million in third quarter of 2018. The 127.3% jump in profit before tax for the third quarter of 2019 as compared to the third quarter of 2018 was due to revenue improvement which increased by 225.3%, mainly contributed by the Group’s expansion of its product line to include the bunkering of Marine Fuel Oil (MFO).”

Tumpuan Megah, on 26 June entered into a provision of bunkering services agreement with Bintulu Port Sdn Bhd, enlarging its bunkering business in East Malaysia by establishing a new bunkering base within the port limits of Bintulu.

On 1 October, Tumpuan Megah, had entered into a second provision of bunkering services agreement with Lumut Maritime Terminal Sdn Bhd to establish a base in bunkering business in Lumut, known as “PIT-STOP BUNKER HUB @ LUMUT”, subsequently further expanding its bunkering business and operation into the West Coast of Peninsular Malaysia.

SMF Ixora Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Straits Marine Fuels & Energy Sdn Bhd, entered a Memorandum of Agreement to acquire its second vessel on 12 September, namely M.T. Poseidon, for a purchase consideration of USD 4.84 million. M.T. Poseidon is now the largest unit in the Groups’ fleet of vessels and has since been renamed M.T. Ixora.

Photo credit: Straits Inter Logistics
Published: 25 November, 2019

Business

Singapore: Ang Wee Keong from IMDA appointed as new MPA Chief Executive

Ang will relinquish his IMDA appointment as Assistant Chief Executive (International) of the Info-Communications and will officially take over from Teo Eng Dih from 16 June.

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April 30, 2025

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Singapore: Ang Wee Keong from IMDA appointed as new MPA Chief Executive

Singapore’s Ministry of Transport on Tuesday (29 April) said Mr Ang Wee Keong, currently the Assistant Chief Executive (International) of the Info-Communications Media Development Authority (IMDA), will concurrently be appointed as Chief Executive (Designate) of the Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) from 1 May to 15 June 2025.

He will relinquish his IMDA appointment and be appointed Chief Executive of MPA from 16 June 2025. He will succeed Mr Teo Eng Dih, who will be appointed Deputy Secretary (Special Duties) at the Ministry of Transport with effect from 16 June.

Mr Teo will remain as a member of the MPA Board until he steps down as CE MPA. Mr Ang will be appointed as a board member with effect from 16 June 2025.

“The Ministry of Transport thanks Mr Teo Eng Dih for his leadership and contributions as Chief Executive of MPA, and welcomes Mr Ang Wee Keong,” the ministry added.

Mr Teo Eng Dih (张英智)

As the Chief Executive of the MPA, Mr Teo made significant contributions to grow Singapore’s International Maritime Centre and the PIER71TM startup ecosystem. During his tenure, the Port of Singapore attained new records in vessel arrivals, container throughput, bunker sales and registrations under the Singapore Registry of Ships. MPA was also recognised as one of the key global regulators by Lloyd’s List. These milestones were reached amidst a complex global operating environment marked by geopolitical uncertainties, supply chain disruptions and technological shifts affecting the flow of goods and supplies worldwide.

Mr Ang Wee Keong (洪伟强)

As the Assistant Chief Executive (International) of IMDA, Mr Ang made significant contributions in advancing Singapore’s digital interests and thought leadership in the international arena. He strengthened Singapore’s network of digital economy partnerships, and expanded collaboration through platforms like the ASEAN Digital Ministers’ Meeting, Forum of Small States and Asia Tech x Singapore (ATxSG). He also oversaw the formulation of forward-thinking policies and regulations in digital technology and services to advance the growth of Singapore’s digital economy, including the upcoming Digital Infrastructure Act to enhance the resilience and security of systemically important digital infrastructure.

Photo credit: Singapore Polytechnic
Published: 30 April, 2025

Technology

TFG Marine to launch of ZeroNorth e-BDNs at Port of Sohar after Singapore success

Kenneth Dam announced the successful trial and imminent roll-out of ZeroNorth’s electronic bunker delivery note solution for its customers in the Port of Sohar, in Oman.

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April 30, 2025

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TFG Marine to launch ZeroNorth e-BDNs at Port of Sohar after success in Singapore

Global marine fuel supply and procurement firm TFG Marine on Tuesday (29 April) announced the company’s successful trial and imminent roll-out of ZeroNorth’s electronic bunker delivery note (e-BDN) solution for its customers in the Port of Sohar, in Oman.

A first for the Middle East region following the successful deployment of the same technology earlier this year by TFG Marine at the Port of Singapore. The eBDN trial in Oman was completed in collaboration with ZeroNorth and SGTraDex, using the Singapore standards as a benchmark.

Kenneth Dam, Global Head of Bunkering, said: "We’re excited to partner with ZeroNorth, Fratelli Cosulich Group Bunkers, SGTraDex and SOHAR Port and Freezone to shortly introduce e-BDNs to our customers here in Oman.”

“This technology, that we have already successfully introduced in Singapore is yet another step in modernising our industry. It will streamline the bunker delivery process, cut administrative burdens, enhance digital documentation and help build a smarter, more connected bunkering sector.”

“We remain committed to establishing e-BDNs as a global standard for bunker fuel delivery and will continue to work closely with port authorities to advocate for and deploy this technology across our operations.”

Dam made the announcement at the Oman Maritime, Ports and Energy Forum, during the panel discussion on The Transformative Power of Data: The Evolving Role of Digitalisation in Shipping and Bunkering.

Dam added the fully digital solution — accessible through TFG Marine’s mobile app and integrated with SGTraDex’s digital infrastructure, — will enable the inclusion of additional data, such as mass flow meter readings during fuel deliveries.

“By integrating this technology, we will drive significant improvements in efficiency, accuracy, compliance, and sustainability across our operations, complementing the global mass flow meter rollout across our fleet and reinforcing TFG Marine’s position at the forefront of the modern bunkering industry,” he said.

Manifold Times previously reported TFG Marine announcing the introduction of ZeroNorth’s e-BDNs for its customers in Singapore during 23rd Singapore International Bunkering Conference (SIBCON) by the end of 2024.

In November last year, TFG Marine announced its first digitalised marine fuel delivery in Singapore using electronic bunker delivery notes (e-BDNs).

Its team supplied VLSFO bunker fuel to Pacific Basin Shipping Limited’s Illovo River bulk carrier, marking the first of four bunkering deliveries that month where this new technology was successfully deployed.

Photo credit: TFG Marine
Published: 30 April, 2025

Biofuel

Hercules Tanker Management vessel “Mount Kibo” takes on B30 bio bunker fuel

HTM said its tanker was successfully supplied with B30 bunkers by tanker “Hercules Sky”, another HTM-owned vessel and operated by Peninsula, marking the first biofuel supply to the HTM fleet.

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April 30, 2025

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Hercules Tanker Management vessel “Mount Kibo” takes on B30 bio bunker fuel

Hercules Tanker Management (HTM) on Tuesday (29 April) announced that its tanker Mount Kibo has been successfully supplied with B30 bunkers by tanker Hercules Sky, another HTM-owned vessel which is operated by Peninsula.

The operation marked the first biofuel supply to the HTM fleet.

HTM is the shipping venture launched last September by John A. Bassadone, founder and CEO of independent marine fuel supplier Peninsula.

HTM said the operation carried out in the Strait of Gibraltar aligns with the recent discussions at MEPC 83, where key decisions were made to advance maritime decarbonisation, including new fuel standards and a global pricing mechanism for emissions.

“Additionally, this initiative supports the objectives of the FuelEU Maritime Regulation, which promotes the use of renewable, low-carbon fuels and clean energy technologies for ships,” it said.

“By utilising biofuels, we are contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and supporting the industry's transition towards cleaner energy solutions.”

Photo credit: Hercules Tanker Management
Published: 30 April, 2025