KOTA KINABALU: The Sandakan Municipal Council (SMC) inked a major concession agreement on waste management with Ignis SG (Sabah) Sdn Bhd on Monday (July 22).
The signatories of this agreement envisioned this milestone event as a pivotal step towards innovative waste management solutions in Sabah.
The initiative involves the deployment of a new-patented Malaysian technology aimed at reducing waste volume, contributing to recycling efforts, and promoting sustainable environmental practices.
The 3R (reduce, reuse, recycle) rehabilitation technology will be implemented at MPS' landfill, marking a significant advancement in waste management infrastructure.
Deputy Chief Minister II cum state Local Government and Housing Minister Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam witnessed the signing at Wisma Innoprise here.
The agreement was signed by Ignis SG (Sabah) executive chairman Alan Tan Yean Keat while MPS president Henry Idol represented the council.
Idol said MPS was committed to enhancing its waste management infrastructure.
“This agreement with Ignis SG (Sabah) is a testament to our dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
“We look forward to seeing the positive impact this project will have on our community,” he said in a statement.
Ignis SG (Sabah) is a subsidiary of Ignis Environment Initiatives Sdn Bhd, dedicated to providing innovative environmental solutions.
The company focuses on leveraging cutting-edge technologies to address waste management and environmental sustainability challenges.
Ignis Environment Initiatives has secured financing for this project from the Export-Import Bank of Malaysia Berhad (Exim Bank), demonstrating strong financial backing and confidence in the project's potential.
Both parties hope that the agreement will advance environmental sustainability and address waste management challenges.
The collaboration is expected to bring about significant improvements in waste reduction and recycling efforts in Sandakan.
Also present were Local Government and Housing Ministry’s permanent secretary Datuk Dr Jamili Nais and other officials from the ministry.
