Petronas says Bintulu LNG operations not affected after security threat

“We take such matters with the utmost seriousness and we are working closely with the authorities to assess and address the situation,” Petronas said in a statement on Monday.

“At present, there has been no impact on our operations and no disruptions to our supply. Please be assured that the safety and well-being of our employees, contractors, and our surrounding communities continue to be our highest priority,” the company said.

Petronas did not provide further information.

The National Security Council said in its statement posted on its social media that the government has ordered all LNG facilities in Bintulu, Sarawak, to immediately tighten security following a security threat.

It said that the move was taken to enable security forces and relevant agencies to carry out immediate investigations into the threat.

“The public is reminded not to speculate on this statement. Updates on the situation will be provided from time to time,” the statement said.

In the first half, Petronas delivered 11.77 million tonnes (181 BCe) of LNG from the Bintulu LNG complex.

This compares to 192 LNG cargoes in the first half of last year.

The Bintulu plant, which has shipped more than 12,000 LNG cargoes since it started operations in 1983, consists of nine trains and supplies key demand centers such as Japan, South Korea, China, and Taiwan.

The LNG complex includes MLNG Satu, MLNG Dua, MLNG Tiga, and the most recent Train 9 which started commercial operations in 2017.