Petronas Gas Berhad (PETGAS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Petronas, is Malaysia's leading gas processing and transmission company, listed on Bursa Malaysia since 1984. The company has grown through major infrastructure projects like the Peninsular Gas Utilisation (PGU) system and expansions in regasification and bio-gas, while maintaining a strong dividend track record.
Chronological Storyline (33 Milestones)
1983 CE
Incorporation of Petronas Gas Sdn Bhd
Petronas Gas Sdn Bhd was incorporated as a wholly owned subsidiary of Petronas, the national oil company of Malaysia, to undertake gas processing and transmission activities. #corporatelife #malaysia
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1984 CE
Listing on Bursa Malaysia
Petronas Gas Berhad was listed on the Main Board of the Kuala Lumpur Stock Exchange (now Bursa Malaysia), marking its debut as a public company. #finance #ipo
1985 CE
First Gas Supply to Kerteh
The company commenced its first gas supply to the Kerteh fractionation plant, laying the foundation for its gas processing operations. #energy #gas
1990 CE
Completion of Kerteh Gas Processing Plant
The Kerteh Gas Processing Plant was completed, becoming a key facility for processing natural gas from offshore fields. #infrastructure #oilandgas
1991 CE
Start of Peninsular Gas Utilisation Project
Construction began on the Peninsular Gas Utilisation (PGU) project, a major pipeline network to distribute gas across Peninsular Malaysia. #energy #pipeline
1992 CE
PGU Phase 1 Completed
Phase 1 of the PGU project was completed, connecting Kerteh to major industrial areas in Terengganu and Kelantan. #infrastructure #energy
1995 CE
PGU Phase 2 Completed
Phase 2 extended the pipeline network to the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia, reaching Perak and Selangor. #energy #pipeline
1998 CE
PGU Phase 3 Completed
The final phase of PGU was completed, linking all major gas consumers in Peninsular Malaysia, including power plants and industries. #infrastructure #energy
2000 CE
Acquisition of Gas Transportation and Processing Assets
Petronas Gas acquired additional gas transportation and processing assets from its parent company Petronas, expanding its operational footprint. #corporatelife #acquisition
2001 CE
New Corporate Identity Launch
The company launched a new corporate identity and logo, reinforcing its commitment to becoming a leading integrated gas company. #branding #corporate
2002 CE
Commissioning of Gas District Cooling Project
Petronas Gas commissioned its first Gas District Cooling (GDC) project in Kuala Lumpur, providing efficient cooling solutions using natural gas. #energy #innovation
2003 CE
Expansion of Kerteh Gas Processing Plant
The Kerteh plant underwent a major expansion to increase processing capacity, meeting rising demand from industries and power generation. #infrastructure #gas
2004 CE
Establishment of Malacca Regasification Terminal
Petronas Gas established a regasification terminal in Malacca to handle liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports, diversifying supply sources. #energy #lng
2005 CE
Long-Term Gas Sales Agreement with Petronas
A long-term gas sales agreement was signed with Petronas, securing stable revenue streams and ensuring gas supply for the company's operations. #corporatelife #energy
2006 CE
Second Regasification Terminal Completed
A second regasification terminal in Sungai Udang, Malacca, was completed, doubling LNG import capacity. #infrastructure #lng
2007 CE
Introduction of Bio-Gas Plant
Petronas Gas ventured into renewable energy with the introduction of a bio-gas plant, processing palm oil mill effluent to produce gas. #renewableenergy #innovation
2008 CE
Global Financial Crisis Impact
Despite the global financial crisis, Petronas Gas maintained stable operations and continued dividend payments due to its strong fundamentals. #finance #resilience
2009 CE
Commissioning of Pipeline to Singapore
A new pipeline connecting Malacca to Singapore was commissioned, enabling gas exports to the neighboring country. #energy #export
2010 CE
Gas Processing Capacity Expansion
The company expanded its gas processing capacity at Kerteh to 2,700 million standard cubic feet per day (mmscfd). #infrastructure #gas
2011 CE
Award of ISO Certifications
Petronas Gas received ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001 certifications for its quality, environmental, and safety management systems. #quality #safety
2012 CE
Partnership with Tenaga Nasional for Power Generation
A partnership was formed with Tenaga Nasional Berhad to supply gas for power generation, enhancing energy security in Malaysia. #energy #partnership
2013 CE
30th Anniversary Celebrated
Petronas Gas celebrated its 30th anniversary, reflecting on three decades of growth and contribution to Malaysia's gas industry. #anniversary #corporatelife
2014 CE
Launch of PETRONAS Gas Integrated System
The PETRONAS Gas Integrated System (PGIS) was launched, integrating gas processing, transmission, and distribution assets into a unified network. #technology #energy
2015 CE
Acquisition of Small-Scale LNG Business
Petronas Gas acquired a small-scale LNG business from its parent, expanding its presence in the downstream LNG market. #acquisition #lng
2016 CE
Sale of Non-Core Assets
The company divested some non-core assets to focus on its core gas processing and transmission business. #corporatelife #restructuring
2017 CE
Appointment of New CEO Kamal Bahrin Ahmad
Kamal Bahrin Ahmad was appointed as the Managing Director/CEO, bringing over 30 years of experience in the oil and gas industry. #leadership #executive
2018 CE
Record Profit of RM2.1 Billion
Petronas Gas posted a record net profit of RM2.1 billion for the financial year 2018, driven by higher sales and efficiency gains. #finance #profit
2019 CE
Expansion of Regasification Capacity
The company expanded its LNG regasification capacity at the Malacca terminal to 7.5 million tonnes per annum (mtpa). #infrastructure #lng
Mar 18, 2020 CE
COVID-19 Pandemic Impact and Operational Continuity
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, Petronas Gas maintained operations as an essential service, ensuring uninterrupted gas supply. #crisis #energy
2021 CE
Sustainability Initiatives and Carbon Neutrality Target
Petronas Gas announced sustainability initiatives, including a target to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, aligning with global climate goals. #sustainability #environment
2022 CE
New Gas Processing Plant in Bintulu
A new gas processing plant in Bintulu, Sarawak, was completed to process gas from offshore fields in the region. #infrastructure #gas
2023 CE
Board Changes and Dividend Increase
Board changes were made with new independent directors, and the company announced a higher dividend payout of 25 sen per share for the year. #governance #dividend
Aug 20, 2024 CE
Release of First Half 2024 Financial Results
Petronas Gas reported net profit of RM1.1 billion for the first half of 2024, driven by robust demand and operational efficiencies. #finance #earnings