Serian Substation Project To Enhance Power Supply Reliability & Support Future Development
SERIAN: The new Serian Substation will strengthen the electricity network serving the Serian Division by providing additional capacity to meet growing demand and support the area’s continued development.
The project was highlighted during a working visit to Serian by Minister for Utility and Telecommunication Dato Sri Julaihi Narawi.
During the visit, Dato Sri Julaihi was briefed by Sarawak Energy on the project's progress and the improvements it is expected to bring to the local electricity network.
According to a statement, construction of the Serian 275/(132)/33 kV Substation commenced on 1 December 2025, with completion and commissioning targeted for the second half of 2028.
“As of June 2026, the project was 12 per cent complete and progressing according to schedule. Upon completion, the substation will enable additional electricity to be supplied from the main grid to meet existing and future demand in areas such as Serian, Tebedu and Gedong,” it said on Tuesday.
Sarawak Energy’s team, led by Chief Executive Officer of Syarikat SESCO Berhad Yusri Safri briefed the minister on how the project is also expected to improve power quality, address existing low-voltage conditions and reduce the risk of supply interruptions, contributing to more reliable electricity supply across the affected areas.
The statement noted that additional capacity will support the development under the Serian Masterplan as well as upcoming state and federal projects in the area.
It will also help ensure the electricity network is equipped to support the division’s longer-term growth, including plans to develop the area as a tourism destination.
“The Serian Substation project is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen electricity infrastructure and ensure sufficient capacity to meet the needs of communities and future development across Sarawak.
“The Ministry for Utility and Telecommunication, together with Sarawak Energy, will continue to work together to improve supply reliability and enhance network resilience across the state,” the statement said. -UKASnews
