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Surging Methanol Exports and Green Hydrogen Hub Ignite Sarawak's Growth

9/18/2025

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Sarawak exported over 500,000 metric tonnes of methanol in eight months, showcasing its petrochemical industry's growth.
The state is establishing a Sarawak Hydrogen Hub in Bintulu to produce green hydrogen for local use and export, in line with the Post-Covid-19 Development Strategy 2030.
Bintulu is recognized as Malaysia's first site for the World Economic Forum's Transitioning Industrial Cluster, boosting its low-carbon technology profile.
Infrastructure upgrades, including the takeover of Bintulu Port Authority, aim to enhance the port's role as a key ASEAN trade hub.
The RM7 billion methanol plant development is projected to create thousands of jobs, benefiting Sarawak and Malaysia.

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Story summary

Sarawak exported over 500,000 metric tonnes of methanol in eight months, showcasing its petrochemical industry's growth.
The state is establishing a Sarawak Hydrogen Hub in Bintulu to produce green hydrogen for local use and export, in line with the Post-Covid-19 Development Strategy 2030.
Bintulu is recognized as Malaysia's first site for the World Economic Forum's Transitioning Industrial Cluster, boosting its low-carbon technology profile.
Infrastructure upgrades, including the takeover of Bintulu Port Authority, aim to enhance the port's role as a key ASEAN trade hub.
The RM7 billion methanol plant development is projected to create thousands of jobs, benefiting Sarawak and Malaysia.