KUALA LUMPUR, 11 September 2025 – Gas Malaysia Bhd has awarded key Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Commissioning (EPCC) contracts to two Malaysian firms to build biomethane purification plants in Perak, a significant step in its drive toward cleaner energy.
The plants, to be located in Trong and Air Kuning, are being built under the company’s renewable energy arm, Gas Malaysia Green Ventures Sdn Bhd. The contracts were awarded to local contractors MTC Orec Sdn Bhd and Enproserve (M) Sdn Bhd.
Project Details & Goals
- Timeline: The project is expected to be completed within 13 months from contract award.
- Function: The plants will purify raw biogas by removing impurities so it meets the standard required for biomethane. Once purified, the biomethane will either be transported through virtual pipelines or tube-skid systems before being injected into the existing natural gas distribution network.
- Purpose: This facility is designed to produce a low-carbon alternative to fossil fuels, supplying “green gas” for industrial users and local communities. It aligns with national efforts to reduce carbon emissions and transition towards renewable energy sources.
Strategic & Environmental Significance
For Gas Malaysia, these projects mark a milestone in expanding its green gas portfolio. They exemplify how infrastructure built for renewable energy can integrate into existing gas supply systems, enabling cleaner alternatives without needing entirely new distribution frameworks.
Furthermore, the move reflects Malaysia’s broader renewable energy agenda, in which both government policy and corporate actors are increasingly focused on sustainability, decarbonisation, and leveraging green technologies. By converting biogas into biomethane, these plants help address waste, reduce emissions, and promote cleaner industrial fuel use.
Challenges & Implications
While the benefits are clear, several challenges persist:
- Technical complexity: Purification of biogas to meet natural gas quality standards requires sophisticated filtration and processing technologies.
- Cost and financing: Building and operating such plants is capital-intensive, and maintaining efficiency is critical to ensure financial viability.
- Logistics: The virtual pipeline and tube-skid systems must integrate smoothly with existing infrastructure to make the supply of biomethane consistent and reliable.
If successful, the Trong and Air Kuning plants could serve as templates for further expansion of clean fuel infrastructure in Malaysia, especially in industrial zones and rural areas where traditional natural gas supply is less robust.
