PETROS AND PETRA SUCCESSFULLY ACHIEVED FIRST OIL FROM ADONG KECHIL WEST EARLY PRODUCTION SYSTEM

24 July 2026, Miri - Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (PETROS) and PETRA Energy Berhad (PETRA) have successfully commenced first oil production from the Adong Kechil West (AKW) Early Production System (EPS) in Block SK433, marking the revival of Sarawak’s onshore oil and gas industry after nearly 50 years.

The milestone builds on AKW appraisal-development well drilling in 2023 and reflects the successful delivery of a Sarawak-led effort to rejuvenate and develop the State’s onshore petroleum resources, overcoming the technical complexities of onshore reservoirs.

As a phased development approach, the EPS enables early production while providing valuable reservoir and operational insights critical for enhancing future field development. These data will support the integrated development of surrounding discoveries as an AKW cluster, maximising resource potential and sustaining long-term gas supply.

PETROS Senior Vice President for Sarawak Resource Management, Dato Abang Arabi Abang Narudin said, “We are not just celebrating a successful project milestone, but the strength of the partnership that made it happen. As Sarawak’s Resource Manager for Onshore Petroleum Operations, PETROS remains committed to ensuring the responsible exploration and development of the State’s hydrocarbon resources through purposeful partnerships and operational excellence, creating long-term value for Sarawak and its people."

The next phase of the AKW development will focus on delivering the production facilities and essential infrastructure required to sustain gas supply for the Miri Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) Power Plant project, targeted for commissioning by end 2027. By unlocking Sarawak’s onshore petroleum resources, AKW contributes towards strengthening supply resilience for Miri’s future energy needs and reinforcing the State’s long-term energy security.

The successful commencement of first oil at AKW validates the potential of Sarawak's onshore hydrocarbon resources. PETROS remains committed to responsibly exploring and developing these resources to strengthen Sarawak’s energy resilience, benefitting Sarawak and its people.

(From third left to right) PETROS Vice President for Upstream, Jeremy Wong, PETRA Group Chief Executive Officer, Dato’ Anthony @ Firdauz bin Bujang, PETROS Senior Vice President for Sarawak Resource Management, Dato Abang Arabi.

PETROS and Petra Energy marked the successful dispatch of the first oil tanker following First Oil, signifying the commencement of production.

The production wellheads, a critical component ensuring the safe and efficient flow of hydrocarbons.

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