KUALA LUMPUR, Renewable energy (RE) specialist Samaiden Group Bhd, through a consortium, has secured a landmark project under the large-scale solar PETRA 5+ programme, marking another step forward in Malaysia’s clean energy push.
The consortium, formed by Samaiden’s wholly-owned Samaiden Sdn Bhd (SSB) and JBB Builders (M) Sdn Bhd, received a letter of notification from the Energy Commission on Sept 2, officially naming it as a shortlisted bidder to develop a 99.99 megawatt (MW) solar photovoltaic plant in Segamat, Johor.
Awarded under Package 3 (covering projects in the 30MW to 500MW category) following a competitive bidding process, the project reflects the consortium’s strong technical expertise and financial capabilities, alongside Samaiden’s proven track record in delivering large-scale RE projects.
The plant will operate under a 21-year solar power purchase agreement (PPA) with Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) and is targeted to achieve commercial operation by Oct 31, 2027. Once running, it will supply clean electricity into the national grid, boosting Malaysia’s renewable energy capacity while contributing to the country’s energy transition targets.
“This large-scale solar project represents a significant milestone for Samaiden and demonstrates market confidence in our capabilities. We are proud to play an active role in accelerating Malaysia’s energy transition and delivering long-term sustainable value,” said Datuk Ir Chow Pui Hee, group managing director of Samaiden.
The win further solidifies Samaiden’s position as a leading player in the RE industry, particularly in engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning (EPCC) of solar power systems.
Aligned with the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR), the PETRA 5+ project supports Malaysia’s ambition to achieve 70% RE capacity by 2050, while also contributing to global sustainability goals through carbon reduction and clean energy expansion.
