By DayakDaily Team
KUCHING, Sept 18: Sarawak Economic Development Corporation’s (SEDC) new energy arm, SEDC Energy (SEDCE), is set to explore the establishment of Sarawak’s first full-fledged electric vehicle (EV) charger assembly line in collaboration with Amcharge Sdn Bhd.
According to a media release, the partnership aims not only to meet the rising demand for EV charging infrastructure in Sarawak but also to position the State as a regional supply hub for Malaysia and neighbouring countries.
Amcharge chief executive officer (CEO) Lee Yeet Chuan highlighted that the collaboration with SEDCE will support Malaysia in achieving its national target of 10,000 EV chargers by 2030, as outlined by the Malaysian Green Technology Corporation (MGTC).
“Having the assembly line in Sarawak will strengthen local capabilities, facilitate technical knowledge transfer, and create new jobs. At the same time, it will contribute to Sarawak’s energy transition and Malaysia’s broader Net Zero 2050 goals,” he said.
The Letter of Intent (LOI) between Amcharge and SEDCE includes in-house testing capabilities for both Alternating Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC) chargers. It also aims to serve as a platform for developing local talent in the green mobility sector.
SEDCE CEO Robert Hardin emphasised that the partnership underscores Sarawak’s commitment to accelerate EV adoption by localising the supply chain and creating new opportunities for Sarawakians.
“This collaboration will focus on human capital development through training programmes for EV charger technicians and installers, in partnership with Sarawak Skills. We want Sarawakians to play an active role in the green mobility sector and contribute to a decarbonised future,” he said.
He added that SEDCE’s membership with Sarawak Skills is a strategic enabler to build local expertise and support Sarawak’s transition into a sustainable energy hub.
Meanwhile, SEDCE-owned PETROS Multifuel Station (MFS) network is expanding EV charging facilities across Sarawak. To date, eleven fully operational MFS include: MFS Darul Hana (Jalan Tun Salahuddin), MFS Daro (Jalan Matu-Daro), MFS Kanowit (Jalan Kubu), MFS Kuala Matu (Jalan Daro–Kuala Matu), MFS Brooke Drive (Sibu), MFS Selangau (Pan Borneo-Selangau), MFS Tatau (Pan Borneo-Tatau), MFS Kapit (Jalan Bleteh), MFS Sungai Asap (Jalan Bintulu-Bakun), MFS Jepak (Kampung Jepak) and MFS Batu Kawa (Jalan Pines Square).
With the recent completion of MFS Darul Hana and MFS Batu Kawa, four more flagship MFS are in the pipeline, including locations in Bintulu (Jalan Sultan Iskandar), Sri Aman, Sibu, and Miri.
These flagship stations are planned to form the backbone of Sarawak’s future hydrogen refuelling network along the Pan Borneo Highway. Non-flagship MFS continue to provide conventional fuels alongside EV charging facilities.
Currently, three MFS are under construction, while over 40 additional sites are in development across Sarawak. Once completed, this network will offer EV charging infrastructure alongside conventional fuels, reinforcing Sarawak’s role as a regional leader in green mobility and energy transition. — DayakDaily
