Eastern Pacific Industrial Corporation Berhad ("EPIC  Berhad" or "EPIC Group"), through its subsidiary Eastern Pacific Marine Services Sdn Bhd  (“EPIC Marine”), is set to transform the maritime industry with the development of its  pioneering Green Ship Recycling Facility (“GSRF”) cum Decommissioning Remediation  Facility (“DRF”) at Kemaman Port. Occupying a 13-acre site at the Kemaman Supply  Base (“KSB”), this cutting-edge facility, the first of its kind in Malaysia, is scheduled to be  fully operational by the end of 2026 and slated to become a cornerstone for sustainable  ship recycling and decommissioning in the region.

The GSRF is designed to comply with the highest international environmental and safety  standards, including the stringent requirements outlined in the Hong Kong International  Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships (“Hong Kong  Convention”). This convention, which will enter into force on 26 June 2025, ensures that  ships at the end of their operational lives are safely recycled, minimising risks to human  health and the environment. 

In addition to its strategic location and compliance with top-tier health, safety, and  environmental (“HSE”) guidelines, EPIC Group Chief Executive Officer Ts. Haji Muhtar  Suhaili noted that the facility is set to revolutionise the disposal of end-of-life ships and  platforms through its exceptional potential and efficiency. 

“Operating out of Kemaman Port - a strategically located all-weather and deep water  port - the GSRF is expected to process between 30,000 to 50,000 metric tons (“MT”) of  material annually, making it one of the most efficient and safe ship recycling facilities  in the region. This initiative is also optimised for CO2 emission reduction  and sustainable non-metal component recycling.” 

One of the key features of the GSRF is its wet berth, which is specifically engineered to  handle large and complex decommissioning projects, including the deconstruction of  offshore platforms. This specialised infrastructure will enable seamless handling of  massive structures, thus further positioning the GSRF as a facility of choice for offshore  assets disposal.

In addition to its ship recycling capabilities, the GSRF will also function as the Onshore  Disposal Yard or Decommissioning Remediation Facility (“DRF”) for offshore platforms  that are scheduled for decommissioning. This dual-purpose role reflects EPIC Berhad’s effort to supporting Malaysia’s offshore oil and gas sector in an environmentally  responsible manner, ensuring that decommissioning activities are carried out with  minimal impact on the environment. 

“This facility is more than just a ship recycling yard; it represents a new benchmark in  sustainable maritime operations. We believe that the GSRF will not only further diversify our offerings and bolster Kemaman Port’s tranformation into a green port, but also play  a pivotal role in advancing the local maritime industry towards a more sustainable  future,” added Ts. Haji Muhtar. 

EPIC Berhad is confident that the GSRF will serve as a model for the industry, setting new  standards for environmental sustainability and operational excellence. This initiative is  a significant step towards realising Malaysia’s vision of becoming one of the global  leaders in environmentally sound maritime practices, reinforcing the nation’s  commitment to green growth and sustainable development. 

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