Empowering Local Workforce for Future Mega-Projects
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 July 2026 – UEM Edgenta Berhad (“UEM Edgenta” or “the Company”), a leading Asset Management and Infrastructure Solutions provider, has played a pivotal role as the Independent Checking Engineer (ICE) in advancing the Pan Borneo Highway Sarawak. This project marks a significant step in enhancing transportation connectivity in Sarawak, unlocking vital economic prospects and improving community access across the state.
Anticipated to enhance mobility, streamline logistics, and promote sustainable socio-economic development, the Pan Borneo Highway will connect urban centers, rural regions, and critical economic corridors. It is more than just a physical infrastructure project; it represents a long-term investment in the resilience, competitiveness, and overall quality of life in the state.
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With Jabatan Kerja Raya Sarawak leading the project team, UEM Edgenta’s governance, technical oversight, and management expertise were instrumental in achieving this milestone. The Company has a robust record of overseeing over RM100 billion in major infrastructure projects across Malaysia, ensuring that each phase adhered to high standards of quality, safety, compliance, and sustainability.
Addressing the challenges presented by Sarawak’s diverse terrain, UEM Edgenta utilized its extensive experience in managing large-scale projects like the PLUS Highways and the Penang Bridge. The oversight required for such a vast development involved intricate structural evaluations to address deep and unstable soil conditions, devising resilient solutions for extensive river networks, and managing complex logistical supply chains across remote regions. By tailoring these engineering solutions to Sarawak’s unique geographical and climatic challenges, UEM Edgenta’s oversight minimized future maintenance costs, reduced environmental impacts, and bolstered structural resilience for years to come.
Extending approximately 786 kilometers from Telok Melano in the south to Merapok in the north, Phase 1 of the Pan Borneo Highway stands as one of Southeast Asia’s most ambitious civil engineering projects. UEM Edgenta’s governance facilitated the successful completion of 115 bridges and 25 intricate interchanges while adeptly navigating challenging terrain and riverine landscapes.
Effective management of this extensive operation involved logging millions of safe man-hours, applying considerable amounts of specialized asphalt, and coordinating a significant daily workforce, all conducted under strict safety and operational standards.
Reflecting on the scale of the project, Shaiful Subhan, Managing Director/CEO of UEM Edgenta, expressed, “Delivering an infrastructure project of this magnitude across Sarawak’s vast and varied landscape demands outstanding technical proficiency, consistent governance, and collaborative effort among all stakeholders. At UEM Edgenta, we take immense pride in facilitating this vision through our engineering oversight, project management, and quality assurance to bring such complex infrastructure to life. By implementing established engineering practices and rigorous project governance, we are devoted to ensuring this highway serves the people of Sarawak in a safe, reliable, and sustainable manner for generations to come.”
In addition to infrastructure delivery, the Company has significantly contributed to enhancing Sarawak’s engineering landscape by nurturing local talent and industry skills. Recognizing that sustainable infrastructure encompasses not just physical assets but also human resources, UEM Edgenta has prioritized capacity building by engaging local contractors and professionals in globally recognized project management and engineering practices.
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Currently, over 70% of UEM Edgenta’s workforce on projects in Sarawak comprises local talent, highlighting the Company’s commitment to fostering domestic expertise. Strategic collaborations, such as the ongoing partnership with Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus, have further bolstered the local talent pipeline through internships, graduate programs, and knowledge transfer. These initiatives not only enhance the successful delivery of current infrastructure projects but also cultivate the next generation of Sarawakian engineering professionals, ready to guide the state in future advancements.
For UEM Edgenta’s Sarawak team, this project transcends corporate accomplishment; it resonates deeply with local sentiment and stands as a source of state pride.
Commenting on the socio-economic impact of the initiative, Raihana Ahmad, Managing Director of Infrastructure Solutions at UEM Edgenta, noted, “The Pan Borneo Highway is much more than a road; it serves as a catalyst for unity, progress, and opportunity throughout Sarawak. For our team in Sarawak, realizing this long-held vision has been profoundly impactful as it centers around enhancing the lives of the communities we serve. We take pride in collaborating closely with the Sarawak State Government, our partners, and local contractors to actualize this vision while simultaneously strengthening local capabilities to support the state’s future infrastructure goals.”
As it approaches its final completion stages, the Pan Borneo Highway stands as a testament to the possibilities that arise when a visionary client collaborates with exceptional engineering expertise. With a highly skilled local workforce now equipped with world-class operational competencies, Sarawak is ready for its next major leap forward.
As the state gears up to celebrate Sarawak Day in July and continues to expand its horizons through ambitious mega-projects like the Coastal and Second Trunk Roads—with the iconic Batang Lupar 1 Bridge being Malaysia’s longest river-crossing bridge—UEM Edgenta remains firmly positioned to help realize the aspirations of the Sarawak Government.
For more information about UEM Edgenta, please visit https://www.uemedgenta.com.
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About UEM Edgenta Berhad
UEM Edgenta Berhad (“UEM Edgenta”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of UEM Group Berhad, is a leader in Asset Management and Infrastructure Solutions, providing integrated, end-to-end solutions across the entire asset lifecycle. The company combines engineering excellence in design, project management, and asset consultancy with technology-driven asset management capabilities to enhance asset performance, efficiency, and resilience.
With operations in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Taiwan, the United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia, UEM Edgenta is dedicated to ensuring the reliable and sustainable performance of critical assets, including healthcare facilities, transportation networks, and industrial infrastructure.
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