MALAYSIA-CHINA HYDRO (MCH)

Malaysia-China Hydro (MCH) was the main contractor for the the Bakun National Hydroelectric Project. Following approval from the Ministry of finance in 2002, the mega project was led by Sime Engineering Sdn Bhd via a Joint Venture with Sinohydro Corporation of the Peoples Republic of China.

The other consortium partners are; WCT Engineering Services Berhad, MTD Capital Berhad, Ahmad Zaki Resources Sdn Bhd, Syarikat Ismail Ibrahim Sdn Bhd, Edward and Sons (EM) Sdn Bhd.

Bakun dam is located on the Balui River in Sarawak, East Malaysia

The main works awarded to MCH involved the design, procurement and construction of the power generation structures including the main dam, spillways, power intake, power tunnels, water release outlet, powerhouse, hydraulic gates, cranes and auxiliary electrical and mechanical equipment.

First Rocks officiated by Tan Sri Datuk (Dr.) Ahmad Tajuddin Chairman, Sime Engineering Services Berhad 2003

Besides the main works at the site, MCH will also construct permanent roads that provide access from the existing Bakun-Bintulu road to the powerhouse, dam crest, boat landings, dam service roads and others. Other requirements included the construction of the employer's township and the employer's site office.

MCH fulfilled the requirements of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). Health and Safety plans are in place and executed to safeguard the well being of all workers on the site as well as visitors to the site. MCH has formed various committees to ensure the works are carried out according to Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) plans.

MCH put in place continual Corporate Social Responsibility programmes for education and skills training to enable a higher level of participation by the local communities in the project. MCH initiated and sponsored additional programmes aimed at providing the local communities with a sustainable livelihood.