Pentas Flora, LTAWNT and ECERDC Marked a Significant Milestone

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Jul 3, 2024 (EMWNews.com) – Pentas Flora Group announced a significant development for its subsidiary, Pentas Flora Recovery (East Coast) Sdn Bhd on the 10th of June 2024. The company signed acceptance of a land lease with the Lembaga Tabung Amanah Warisan Negeri Terengganu (LTAWNT) for the establishment of a RM100 million state-of-the-art recovery plant at Kerteh Biopolymer Park that will be developed in stages.

An official document exchange ceremony at the ECERDC office in Putrajaya marked this momentous occasion. The event, lasting approximately two hours, was graced by the presence of several VIPs alongside YBhg. Dato’ Baidzawi bin Che Mat, CEO of ECERDC, and YB Haji Mohd. Nurkhuzaini bin Ab. Rahman, Pengerusi Jawatankuasa, Ekonomi Digital, Pendapatan Baharu, Perdagangan, Perindustrian dan Teknologi Hijau as well as YBhg Dato’ Mahamad bin Hussain, Director of Pentas Flora Recovery (East Coast) Sdn Bhd. These important figures included En. Mohd. Adzhar bin. Mohd. Zahari from UPENT, YBhg. Dato’ Ragu Sampasivan from ECERDC, Dato’ Pintaz Badhur, Director of Pentas Flora, and others.

This collaboration between Pentas Flora, LTWANT and the East Coast Economic Region Development Council (ECERDC) signifies a major step forward in addressing Malaysia’s growing waste management challenges. According to the Department of Statistics Malaysia, the country generated an estimated 38.1 million tonnes of solid waste in 2022, with an alarming projection of solid waste reaching 45 million tonnes by 2030 (https://www.dosm.gov.my/).  The establishment of this advanced recovery plant in Kerteh Biopolymer Park positions itself as a crucial solution to promote sustainable waste management practices within the East Coast Economic Corridor (ECER).

YBhg. Dato’ Baidzawi bin Che Mat expressed his enthusiasm for the venture, highlighting its significant potential to contribute to the growth of ECER. He commended Pentas Flora for its swift action on this initiative, which aligns with ECERDC’s vision of transforming the region into a vibrant economic hub.

YB Haji Mohd. Nurkhuzaini bin Ab. Rahman, representing the landowner, conveyed his appreciation to Pentas Flora for its commitment to environmental betterment and economic development. He acknowledged the substantial RM100 million investment and Pentas Flora’s dedication to its ongoing efforts to create a more sustainable future for Malaysia.

YBhg Dato’ Mahamad bin Hussain expressed Pentas Flora’s gratitude for being entrusted by ECERDC as the sole executor for scheduled waste at ECER. He emphasised this trust as the driving force behind the development of the recovery facility. Dato’ Mahamad further elaborated on the project’s potential to generate significant employment opportunities within Terengganu, contributing to the state’s and the nation’s overall economic growth.

The state-of-the-art recovery plant at Kerteh Bipolymer Park promises to bring positive environmental and economic benefits to the region. By implementing advanced technologies and fostering responsible waste management practices, this collaboration between Pentas Flora and ECERDC paves the way for a more sustainable and prosperous future for Malaysia’s East Coast.

About Pentas Flora

Pentas Flora is a premier waste management company in Malaysia, boasting a rich legacy of over 12 years. Known as an expert in overseeing scheduled waste for its diverse industry clientele, Pentas Flora has established itself as the go-to resource for scheduled waste management services.

Distinguished by a commitment to providing end-to-end solutions for hazardous waste management, Pentas Flora excels in specialized re-refining services. Leveraging more than a decade of expertise, the company transforms waste oil into fuel oil and eco base oil, contributing significantly to the realization of a sustainable and eco-friendly environment on a national scale.

In its mission to create a green future, Pentas Flora has implemented proactive solutions that have successfully recovered a substantial portion of industrial waste across Malaysia. The company’s dedication to environmental stewardship and innovative waste management practices positions Pentas Flora as a key player in advancing sustainability initiatives in the nation.

To find out more about Pentas Flora, please visit www.pentasflora.com

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