Recognition of Sept 16 as the day Malaysia was born is long overdue Oct 25, 2009
Dr Chua Soon Bui (Ind Tawau) said: Many of my West Malaysian friends do not know the significance of the date. With this recognition, we hope there is greater integration under the 1Malaysia concept, she said. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Supercharging trade relations with Asean Oct 24, 2009
Majulah Koko Tawau Sdn Bhd managing director Yu-Hong Kim Fah said her company currently paid a 30% tariff on the raw cocoa it imported into China, but the tariff would be reduced further. We have started to manufacture cocoa products which will enjoy zero tariff. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Malaysia Airports raises forecast for passenger traffic Oct 21, 2009
Bashir said next in the companys pipeline was to have five domestic airports, in Bintulu, Tawau, Miri, Sibu and Terengganu, certified in 2010. Last year, ICAO recommended that all international airports obtained the SMS certification. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Packet One to roll out WiMAX in east Msia Oct 14, 2009
Residents in Kuching, Miri, Bintulu, Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan and Tawau will be able to enjoy the freedom of P1W1MAX broadband as early as in the second quarter, chief executive officer Michael Lai said in a statement on Bursa Malaysia yesterday. Penetration potential is huge as household broadband penetration rates were only 13. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Giants lead the way Oct 11, 2009
The Red Giants top the group with 13 points while second-placed Kuala Muda Naza FC kept their chances alive with a 3-1 win over Sabah at the Tawau Stadium. Defending champions Kedah and Penang picked up wins in Group E last night. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Kedah in dire straits Oct 4, 2009
Police saw their Malaysia Cup hopes diminish when they fell to their second defeat in Group D, losing 2-0 to Sabah at the Tawau Stadium. Most Viewed. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
MAS low fares promo is back Oct 4, 2009
MAS has also increased the frequency of flights to Tawau, Sandakan, Sibu, Seoul and Taipei, while flights to Colombo will be increased to five per week starting Oct 28. For more information, log on to. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Weida sets up first overseas plant in Manila Sep 30, 2009
The other plants are located in Kuching, Miri, Kota Kinabalu, Tawau and Nilai. Group managing director Datuk Lee Choon Chin said the Philippines, with a population of 90 million, had vast market potential to give the company a bigger platform to replicate its success in Malaysia. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Football: Red Giants on track Sep 30, 2009
Selangor, who edged Premier League side Sabah 1-0 at the Tawau Stadium in their opening match, are seeking to win an unprecedented quadruple of titles this season after having claimed the Charity Shield, FA Cup and the Super League crown. In Paroi, Negri Sembilan went on rampage against Sarawak with national striker Mohd Zaquan Adha Abdul Razak starring with a hat-trick (57th, 59th, 64th). (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
S'pore based Jetstar wants to fly to more M'sian towns Aug 17, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: If Jetstar Asia gets more air planes this year it will like to fly to Ipoh, Sandakan and Tawau from Singapore, says chief executive officer Chong Phit Lian. The request for more airplanes has been made from its parent, Jetstar Australia, and Qantas, which has ordered 63 new A320 with staggered deliveries. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
REDtones WiMAX taking shape well Aug 6, 2009
Having built a network in Kota Kinabalu and Kuching, Zainal said plans were in place to accelerate greater coverage there and soon in other areas, including Sandakan, Tawau, Sibu and Miri. REDTONE. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Hap Seng to launch 4 projects despite slowdown Jul 17, 2009
5ha mixed development in Lahad Datu; Bandar Sri Indah, a 342ha township in Tawau; and Astana Heights, a township in Sandakan. Datuk Paul Ng Kee Seng. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
AirAsia launches two new routes Jul 14, 2009
PETALING JAYA: AirAsia has launched two new flights from Miri and Tawau to Singapore. AirAsia will be offering all-in fare from Tawau to Singapore from RM79 (S$42); and Miri to Singapore from RM59 (S$32) from July 14 to 19 for travel period from Sept 9 this year till end of April next year. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
4,000 residents to benefit from solar energy project Jun 20, 2009
TAWAU: Some 4,000 residents of Kalabakan, about 100km from here, are expected to benefit from a solar energy and fresh water supply project being carried out in the area. Kalabakan MP Datuk Abdul Ghapur Salleh said the RM20mil-solar project under Rural and Regional Development Ministry was well underway. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Hap Seng to beef up fertiliser business in Malaysia and Indonesia May 30, 2009
On its property division, Hap Seng wanted to remain as the market leader in landed property development in east Malaysia, he said, adding: We believe our new township projects in Lahad Datu and Tawau will contribute positively to our group. . (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Kota Kinabalu to get more reliable power supply May 18, 2009
He said SESB was looking at a similar upgrading of transmission lines for the east coast towns of Sandakan and Tawau over the next three years. More News lect> Go. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
S'pore expands air services agreement with Malaysia Apr 15, 2009
" onclick="Next();" src="/images/butt_next. This new agreement is important for both countries, as the enhanced connectivity further boosts economic and tourism linkages between our two countries. (Channelnewsasia.com)
Demerit system for national service camps Apr 11, 2009
TAWAU: The National Service Training Department (JLKN) will implement a demerit system this year to evaluate and upgrade the quality and management of National Service (NS) camps. Director-general Datuk Abdul Hadi Awang Kechil said with the system, camps would be given points or minus points based on their performance and compliance with the conditions set by JLKN.. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
The Second Malaysian Stimulus Package - What Does it Hold for the Energy & Power Sector in Malaysia? Mar 23, 2009
Key among them was the 132kV Transmission Line System Environmentally-Friendly Project; the Delivery System Upgrading Projects in Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan and Tawau; the Delivery System Reinforcement Project throughout Sabah and WP Labuan; the Kota Kinabalu Delivery System Reinforcement Project; and the KK Outer Ring 132kV Project. "Most of these projects are to be completed in 2009. The stimulus package covers the Kota Kinabalu transmission system project. This project will strengthen the grid... (PR Newswire)
US twin city for Subang Jaya? Feb 19, 2009
Ipoh, Johor Baru, Kota Kinabalu, Malacca, Sandakan and Tawau also have their respective sister cities. It is a privilege to be even considered by them as we have nothing to lose, and everything to gain. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
