Sirim takes the plunge with its turbo pumps

To the rescue: Zahid (in red) says Nadma can purchase high-powered water pumps directly from Sirim to be used in flood-hit locations once they are ready. — Bernama

KOTA TINGGI: Red tape in procurement has caused a delay in the arrival of high-powered water pumps at flood-prone areas in Johor, says Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

As a result, the Deputy Prime Minister has asked Sirim Bhd to produce the equipment used to flush out stagnant floodwaters instead of relying on imported products.