Shell Malaysia to build largest upstream O&G laboratory in Sarawak

Shell Malaysia has started construction of the largest upstream oil and gas (O&G) laboratory in Sarawak for deepwater exploration and production activities.

It will be operational by end-2016.

Sarawak Shell Bhd general manager Chok Chee Tsong said the new building showcased the company's commitment in continuing to invest in the O&G industry in Sarawak and in Malaysia.

He was speaking at the ground-breaking ceremony for the building by state Assistant Minister in the Chief Ministers office (Promotion of Technical Education), Datuk Len Talif here today.

Chok said once completed, the laboratory will have state of the art facilities, including high-tech analytical instruments.

"It will also have the capability of analysing more than 50 analytical parameters for the purpose of sample investigation, sales product quality control, production optimization, as well as construction and legislative reporting.

"The new laboratory will also provide support to the operation and projects of its partners, including Petronas Carigali and other O&G gas players," he added.

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