PETALING JAYA, Planet QEOS Sdn Bhd has inked RM2.32 billion in heads of agreement (HOA) with five partners to kickstart the Baram DeepTech Energy Program, which will see the development of Malaysia’s first “firm” solar power plant in the Baram highlands of northern Sarawak.
According to Planet QEOS, the project will be the country’s first renewable energy facility capable of delivering continuous, dispatchable power comparable to gas and hydropower, marking a significant step toward construction. “We are building more than a power plant; we’re creating a foundation for long-term prosperity in the HDA region. This is where policy meets steel — delivering not just megawatts, but a new rural economy with skilled jobs, modern infrastructure, and investor-grade green power from the highlands,” said executive chairman Dino Bidari at the HOA signing ceremony.
The five partners involved are EFS Group, ES Sunlogy, Founder Consortium, China Construction Sixth Engineering Bureau Corporation (CSCEC), and Hopewind. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Labour, Immigration and Project Monitoring) Datuk Gerawat Gala expressed optimism about the project’s wider benefits for the Highland Development Area (HDA) in Baram.
“The Baram DeepTech programme is a milestone for the HDA, bringing round-the-clock renewable power and unlocking the full potential of the Baram hinterland for sustainable growth. This means better connectivity, modern infrastructure, new industries, and skilled employment opportunities. It will catalyse development across the Mulu constituency and the entire Upper Baram area,” he said. He added that the initiative underscores Sarawak’s position as a leader in green energy development.
