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KUALA LUMPUR: Sapura Energy Bhd has secured an investment of up to RM1.1 billion from Malaysia Development Holding Sdn Bhd (MDH), a special purpose vehicle under the Minister of Finance (Incorporated), through a conditional funding agreement (CFA). 

The funds are only for the settlement or payment of liabilities owed by Sapura Energy to Malaysian service providers operating in or supporting the local oil and gas sector.

"This funding is a pivotal step in restoring the financial stability of Malaysian vendors within the oil and gas ecosystem, which took years to build," it said.

Sapura Energy added that the investment marks a key milestone in its financial restructuring journey, reinforcing its commitment to long-term sustainability.  

Sapura Energy secured the investment following strong creditor support for its Composite Scheme of Arrangement under Section 366 of the Companies Act 2016. 

Group chief executive officer Muhammad Zamri Jusoh said the company recognises its responsibility to preserve the Malaysian oil and gas ecosystem, as it supports over 2,000 local vendors.

"Our Malaysian vendors are predominantly small and medium enterprises (SME) who have endured significant financial hardship during and after the Covid-19 pandemic and it had always been our intention to fully settle overdue payables to them.

"We are extremely grateful to MDH for providing this funding, which will allow us to fulfil our commitment to our Malaysian vendors," he said in a statement.

Zamri added that the company is actively implementing a strong regularisation plan, moving it closer to exiting its Practice Note 17 status.

"We see Sapura Energy's turnaround as part of the revitalisation of the Malaysian oil and gas services and equipment sector, ensuring it is better positioned to support the nation's energy security and sustainability goals, ultimately contributing to Malaysia's economic development," he said.

Source: https://www.nst.com.my/business/corporate/2025/03/1186928/sapura-energys-vendors-benefit-rm11bil-investment