Business

Tumpuan Megah Development secures exclusive bunkering arrangement with Lumut port

TMD and Lumut Maritime Terminal will also set up a bunkering terminal namely “Pit-Stop Bunker Hub @ Lumut” to support the business venture.

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6 years ago

October 1, 2019

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Manifold Times was present at the signing ceremony between Straits Inter Logistics Berhad and Lumut Maritime Terminal Sdn Bhd in Malaysia on Tuesday:

Tumpuan Megah Development Sdn Bhd (TMD), the bunkering subsidiary of Malaysia-listed Straits Inter Logistics Berhad (Straits), on Tuesday (1 October) entered into a fuel bunkering services agreement with Lumut Maritime Terminal Sdn Bhd (LMTSB) – the operator of Lumut port which handles over 500 ships per annum.

The agreement, which has a contract period of one year commencing 1 October, with option for renewal, will oversee the establishment of “Pit-Stop Bunker Hub @ Lumut” a bunkering terminal set up for the business venture.

LMTSB has agreed to appoint TMD with the exclusive right to operate, manage and provide bunker services located at or within Lumut Port limit including but not limited to jetties/ wharfs, anchorage area and the designated Pit-stop Bunker area.

TMD has in turn obtained the appropriate Petroleum Development Act 1974 (PDA) licences from the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Customer Affairs (KPDNHEP) to commence marine fuel delivery services at Lumut.

“TMD is currently operating its business in eight ports in Malaysia,” said Straits Group Managing Director Dato' Sri Ho Kam Choy.

“By entering into this Agreement with LMTSB, TMD hopes to establish a base in bunkering business in Lumut and subsequently to further enlarge its bunkering business in the western region of Peninsular Malaysia.”

According to Dato' Sri Ho, the tie-up with LMTSB is part of Strait’s overall strategy to establish collaboration with strategic ports in Malaysia to bunker for vessels within their port limits.

Straits expects the new venture to contribute positively to the revenue and future earnings of the Straits Group from the financial year ending December 31, 2019 onwards.

“We believe that the opportunity to collaborate with LMTSB will bring forth new dimensions to both parties’ infrastructures which will allow both parties to tap the vast potential in the bunkering industry,” he adds.

“The tie-up with LMTSB definitely marks an important milestone for Straits for its expansion in the bunkering business.”

At present, TMD operates in eight ports in Malaysia, which include, Pasir Gudang Port, Tanjung Pelepas Port, Johor Bahru Port, Kuantan Port, Kemaman Port, Kuala Terengganu Port, Labuan Port and Miri Port, all of which are licenced under PDA Licences for its bunkering services.

LMTSB owns and operates the Lumut Port at Kg Acheh, Lumut and has been in operation for more than 20 years. In 2002, Lumut Port began to operate and manage Lekir Bulk Terminal. Strategically located off the Straits of Malacca on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia in Perak, the Port was established as a State Port and a catalyst for economic growth, development and industrialisation of Perak and the nation in general.

“This valuable tie-up with Maritime Terminal also fits well into the Groups strategy to established collaborations with strategic ports throughout Malaysia to bunker for vessels within their port limit,” said Dato' Sri Ho.

“We are excited and stand ready to tap the huge bunkering market potential of vessels sailing through the Straits of Malacca together with our valued partner, Lumut Maritime Terminal Sdn Bhd.

“Straits and Tumpuan Megah with its enlarged network and infrastructure is currently at the forefront to expand its geographical footprint and today’s collaboration with Lumut Maritime Terminal will bring together enhanced value creation by tapping on both parties infrastructure to exploit the vast bunkering potential in Straits of Malacca.”

A coastal town in the rapidly-developing Manjung district of Perak, Lumut is strategically located off the Straits of Malacca, which is a crucial shipping route for global trade.

The establishment of its very-own bunkering terminal at Lumut Port offers Straits a well-positioned location to service more than 100,000 vessels passing through the Straits of Malacca annually, it adds.

Ships plying through Straits of Malacca can now save the time, deviation cost as well as port charges that were incurred previously just for calling into a port for bunkering services, following the launch of Straits' bunkering terminal at the Lumut Port.

Straits' fuel bunkering terminal is named Pit-Stop Bunker Hub @ Lumut for its quick, reliable and efficient bunkering services.

Photo credit: Straits Inter Logistics
Published: 1 October, 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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2 hours ago

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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2 hours ago

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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2 hours ago

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