Sapura Energy Berhad (Sapura Energy) has announced the launch of Kitar Solutions, a new venture aimed at addressing the increasing market demand for integrated decommissioning services in Southeast Asia and supporting the nation’s energy transition agenda.
Through a strategic partnership with AF Offshore Decom, a Norwegian company specialising in customised decommissioning solutions, Sapura Energy aims to simplify the decommissioning process in the region.
Leveraging AF Offshore Decom’s 20 years of experience in decommissioning execution and its Vats decommissioning facility in Norway, Kitar Solutions will provide integrated Engineering, Preparations, Removal, and Disposal (EPRD) services.
The establishment of Kitar Solutions signifies a significant expansion of Sapura Energy’s Engineering and Construction (E&C) business segment decommissioning portfolio.
With plans to enhance existing facilities at Sapura Energy’s fabrication yard in Lumut, the partnership aims to meet the highest environmental standards in waste management and recycling.
Sapura Energy Group Chief Executive Officer, Datuk Mohd Anuar Taib, expressed the company’s commitment to embracing a low-carbon energy future through collaborations and shared technical expertise. He emphasised the importance of contributing towards a sustainable and environmentally responsible future.
Lars Myhre Hjelmeset, Chairman of AF Offshore Decom, highlighted the partnership’s ability to provide exceptional decommissioning services across the APAC region while adhering to rigorous environmental and social governance standards.
Kitar Solutions aims not only to ensure compliance but also to drive regional economic growth by developing local vendors and creating high-value employment opportunities. The initiative seeks to foster strong links with the local business ecosystem, transferring technical skills and expertise, particularly in recycling and repurposing offshore structures.
Anuar emphasised the Group’s commitment to environmental stewardship and social governance, stating that Kitar Solutions aims to champion a vibrant regional hub for decommissioning.
Sapura Energy’s proactive approach in establishing Kitar Solutions reflects its enduring commitment to delivering environmental and economic benefits to the regions it operates in. As the demand for decommissioning services rises, Kitar Solutions is poised to deliver bespoke, world-class standards in decommissioning, moving towards greener solutions one step at a time.
