Serian is getting a major power upgrade, with a RM223.5 million substation now under construction. [image: 1785287138361-serian_substation_20260729.jpg] Source: The Borneo Post The new 275/132/33kV Serian Substation is meant to strengthen electricity supply reliability in Serian Division as demand grows. Utility and Telecommunications Minister Dato Sri Julaihi Narawi said the project started on Dec 1 last year and is scheduled for completion on June 30, 2028. What it covers The substation will add more injection capacity into the state grid and help reduce the risk of future power disruptions. According to Julaihi, the upgraded network will benefit Serian town, Tebedu, Gedong, Lundu and parts of Samarahan Division up to Simunjan. Physical construction is now at 12 per cent and still on schedule. Location: Serian Division Details: RM223.5 million Serian Substation, funded by the Sarawak government through Sarawak Energy and implemented by Sesco. Source: The Borneo Post What do you think?

Samarahan Division’s RM150 million electricity upgrade is moving ahead, with 106 MVCC poles already installed. [image: 1784509494939-samarahan-electricity-resized.jpg] State Minister for Utility and Telecommunication Dato Sri Julaihi Narawi said the state-funded project covers 124km of transmission line upgrades from Asajaya and Sadong Jaya across the Batang Sadong Bridge to Sebuyau, with another branch to Simunjan and Gedong. Why it matters The project is meant to improve electricity reliability and stability for residents and businesses in Samarahan Division. It also supports future development in the area. Another key part of the work is a 1.8km twin submarine cable under the Sadong River near Batang Sadong Bridge. Julaihi said the cable is being buried 1.5m below the riverbed and was almost fully installed as of Sunday morning. Location: Samarahan Division Details: RM150 million upgrade; 124km transmission lines; 1.8km submarine cable Source: The Borneo Post What do you think?