BINTULU – The Regional Corridor Development Authority (RECODA) held the Samalaju Industrial Park (SIP) Investors Engagement Meeting at the Samalaju Resort recently, gathering key industry stakeholders and government agencies in a strategic dialogue to enhance investor support and foster Sarawak’s industrial advancement.
Chaired by RECODA Chief Executive Officer, Datuk Ismawi Ismuni, the half-day engagement welcomed representatives from the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH), Immigration and Labour Management Unit (ILMU), UNIMAS Business School, and Chemsain Konsultant Sdn. Bhd., among others.
In his opening remarks, Datuk Ismawi highlighted the critical role SIP plays in propelling Sarawak’s economic and industrial growth.
“RECODA is fully committed to supporting this momentum through active investor aftercare and timely infrastructure upgrades. Today’s session is part of our ongoing efforts to ensure we listen, respond, and act on the needs of our investors,” he stated.
Key infrastructure developments were presented, including the Samalaju Water Supply Project, which will increase treated water capacity from 80 MLD to 200 MLD by late 2028. Additionally, the ongoing construction of the 6-kilometre dual carriageway (C1 Road) within the park is expected to be completed by February 2027.
“Robust infrastructure builds investor confidence. But equally important is maintaining meaningful dialogue. That’s why these platforms are vital—not just to deliver updates, but to make Sarawak a more competitive and business-friendly destination,” said Datuk Ismawi.
The session also introduced the Inisiatif Pendapatan Rakyat – Usahawan Makanan (IPR–INSAN) programme, a Ministry of Economy initiative focused on increasing the income of the B40 and hardcore poor through a modern vending machine business model offering ready-to-eat meals.
In Sarawak, nine IPR–INSAN locations have been identified, with five already operational. One of the upcoming sites will be located at the Sarawak Methanol Complex in Bintulu. RECODA encouraged SIP investors to support the programme by hosting vending machines on their premises as part of inclusive industrial growth.
The engagement ended with an open dialogue session where participants exchanged ideas and raised concerns, reinforcing Sarawak’s commitment to building a resilient and investor-friendly industrial ecosystem.
