JOHOR is investing RM310mil in a new integrated waste hub (JISWH) to streamline the collection and disposal of scheduled waste, balancing industrial expansion with a commitment to environmental safety.
The project is being undertaken by Kitar Selatan Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Kumpulan Prasarana Rakyat Johor (KPRJ), and marks a major milestone in Johor’s efforts to manage scheduled waste locally.
Construction of the facility in Kota Tinggi started on Dec 15 last year and is expected to be completed by June 15, 2027.
KPRJ group chief executive Datuk Lukman Abu Bakar said the waste hub would be located near the Seelong landfill and placed under supervision by the Department of Environment.
The facility, he said, was designed not only as a disposal site, but also a catalyst for the development of a broader industrial and environmental ecosystem in Johor.
“The first phase of development covers an area of 18.6ha and will be equipped with 10 main facilities,” he said during the groundbreaking ceremony at the site in Kota Tinggi.
He added that among the key facilities was a thermal treatment plant with a processing capacity of 100 tonnes per day.
Lukman said the hub would also include physical and chemical treatment plants, a solidification facility and a secure landfill with a capacity exceeding 3.7 million m³.
He added that the facility would be capable of handling up to 76 scheduled waste codes, making it one of the most comprehensive scheduled waste management facilities in the state.
“The development of this modern, high-tech facility follows strict regulatory standards and is expected to create a win-win situation for all stakeholders.”
Lukman also said JISWH was expected to strenghten the growth of the circular economy in Johor, particularly in the Seelong area.
He said the project incorporated technology from Wuhan City Environment Protection Engineering (M) Sdn Bhd (CCEPC), a global player specialising in waste treatment, environmental protection and resource recovery.
“CCEPC not only operates in China but also serves clients across various regions worldwide,” he added.
Johor Mentri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the construction of JISWH would significantly reduce environmental pollution while aligning with growing global interest in the state.
He added that this was especially relevant in light of developments under the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ).
“Currently, many factories in Johor have to dispose of chemical waste at facilities in Negri Sembilan.
“With the construction of JISWH, this will become the first scheduled waste disposal centre in Johor,” he said.
Onn Hafiz said the project was expected to create about 150 jobs across various levels of skills and qualifications, helping to improve the livelihood of the local community.
