Petronas Announces Temporary Shutdown Of Songkhla Export Pipeline

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) has announced a temporary shutdown of the Songkhla Export Pipeline in Thailand following an issue identified during a routine inspection.

The pipeline is managed by Trans Thai-Malaysia (Thailand) Ltd (TTM), a joint venture between Thailand’s PTT Public Co. Ltd and Petronas.

In a statement today, the national oil and gas company said the shutdown is a precautionary measure to protect the integrity of the pipeline and ensure safe operations.

“Petronas recognises the impact this may have on the gas supply to customers in Malaysia and Thailand, and proactive measures are being taken to ensure continuity for customers in Malaysia. 

“Petronas’ integrated supply network provides the flexibility to sustain supply, and the company is working closely with its partners and customers to maintain system stability,” it said.

Petronas also said the pipeline will resume operations only once it has been confirmed to be  safe to do so.

“We remain focused on upholding the highest standard of safety and operational integrity, while ensuring reliable supply to domestic customers in support of Malaysia's energy security,” it added.

-- BERNAMA