More beds, more care

MIRI: The wait is over for Mirians as the highly anticipated expansion building of Miri Hospital was officially handed over today (July 1).

This project, overseen by the Ministry of Public Works’ Special Project Team 2 (PPK2) and executed by Riaplus Sdn Bhd, represents a substantial investment of RM289.2 million.

Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi, who officiated at the handover ceremony, said the addition of RM58 million worth of state-of-the-art equipment, further bolstering the hospital’s capabilities.

Nanta expressed pride in the project’s timely completion, achieved ahead of schedule and without exceeding budget.

This accomplishment can be attributed in large part to the extensive use of Industrialised Building System (IBS) technology, including Autoclaved Aerated Concrete, precast beams and precast slabs.

By utilising IBS for 70 per cent of the construction process, the project exemplifies efficiency, time-saving advantages and streamlined construction methods.

The 328-bed facility features specialised wards, including First Class, Women’s, Men’s, Children’s and Obstetrics Wards.

Additionally, it houses critical departments like Main Operating Rooms, Maternity Operating Rooms, a Rapid Treatment Unit, an Emergency Unit, an Imaging Division, and a Specialist Doctor Clinic.

Spanning 14.53 acres, the development encompasses a massive 900 car parking spaces and 300 motorcycle parking spaces.

“I am confident that with the existence of this additional building, Miri Hospital will be able to function as a health service centre comparable to other health centres in line with the development in Miri,” he said.

Also present were Deputy Minister for Health Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni, Public Works Director General Roslan Ismail, State Health Director Dr Veronica Lugah and Miri Hospital Director Dr Jack Wong.