PETRONAS clarifies discussions with Petros on gas distribution still ongoing

By DayakDaily Team

KUCHING, Oct 31: Petroleum Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS) clarifies that it is still in discussions with Sarawak Petroleum Berhad (Petros) on the proposed implementation of  the Distribution of Gas Ordinance (DGO).

“The ongoing discussions aim to align the interests and objectives of all parties while preserving the sanctity of existing contractual arrangements and ensuring that commitments to investors as well as customers can continue to be fulfilled,” said PETRONAS in a two-paragraph statement.

It is believed that the statement came following Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg’s announcement earlier today that the long-standing dispute has officially been resolved.

According to Abang Johari, PETRONAS has agreed in principle that Petros will serve as the sole gas aggregator for Sarawak.

“We will continue our efforts as an aggregator,” he said, adding that while further details are to be discussed, the agreement solidifies Petros’ central role in Sarawak’s gas management.

Abang Johari shared this update during a Deepavali visit to the residence of Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) president Dato DrKalwinder Singh Khaira at Sky Garden.

He noted that Sarawak’s Minister of Utility and Telecommunication, Dato Sri Julaihi Narawi, had received an informal notification, with an official letter confirming the arrangement to follow.

This resolution comes after the Sarawak government set a three-month deadline for Petronas to resolve gas distribution issues with Petros on July 28. — DayakDaily