2007 Issue (4th Quarter)

“ The White Bellied Sea Eagle is a frequent visitor to our Loading Jetty. We must play our part
in ensuring that this sea eagle remains a familiar sight, now and for future generations.”
HIGHLIGHTS
QUARTER 4, 2007
BLNG Receives Its 6th Chartered
Ship For 2007
(page 03)
BLNG Opens Its New Security
Building
(page 05)
Message from the Managing Director
Dear BLNG and Refinery Colleagues,
In the last December Board Meeting, we
have presented and got endorsement for
our Business Plan. We have also been
able to report steady progress on our
targets, and progress on all items related
to Contract Extension as defined in our
scorecard.
BLNG Annual HLP 2007 Theme “Empower
Your Health, Improve Your Lifestyle”
(page 06)
Brunei LNG Hosts Annual
Gathering For The Media
BLNG Participates In The Annual Borneo LNG
Conference & Games 8–10 Nov. 2007
(page 07)
(page 08)
BLNG’S REJUVENATION PROJECT –
OPPORTUNITIES FOR INCREASING EFFICIENCIES
Author: Hj Jamain B. Hj Julaihi
Contributors: Mark Hessels, and Dk Hazlenayaty Pg Sallehudin
Other important achievement in the Board
Meeting is the endorsement and approval
of budget for continued Refinery studies in Seria, which will
allow us to better define the future direction of investments in
the refinery capacity in Brunei.
Reliability and availability of the BLNG plant continue to be
world class. Availability is on target and we only had one (1)
train trip in 2007. The Annual Delivery Plan (ADP) is progressing
as per plan. In 2007, we have produced 213 cargoes, two (2)
short of the Business Plan (BP) due to gas supply shortages
in Q1.
The plant rejuvenations and the efforts to increase its integrity
are taking shape and underpin a continued high reliability and
availability performance. Project delivery is steady. The new
cooling tower cells and the power-project are approaching
completion, whilst the coating rejuvenation program has
been successfully started. The remaining rejuvenation effort
has been fully mapped and an initial site master plan is being
established. An added advantage to this rejuvenation projects
is the opportunity to increase our plant efficiency and reduce
the green house gas emissions. Further information on this is
featured in this issue of BLNGema.
In the light of a very high activity level due to all the major running
projects and preparation activities for contract extension, we have
recorded a good HSE performance, but it still remains fragile.
We have achieved a great milestone through the achievement
of 12 Million safe man-hours (1st time ever in BLNG) added
with the successful roll out of the Stepback 5x5 program and
a review of the HSE critical positions and associated training.
HSE remains high on the agenda with continuous structured
site visits and a number of safety time-outs including the safety
week in October. However, the challenge remains.
On people, we have fully completed the 2007 training program,
and reviewed all competence profiles and job descriptions to
allow for more structured people development. In addition,
the e-learning project is operational and the cooperation with
Institut Teknologi Brunei (ITB) to train operators and engineers
continues. We will also continue in promoting Healthy Lifestyle
Programme (HLP) for our people through various sports
activities and HLP road shows and exhibitions in 2008.
Overall, BLNG is clearly getting ready for the contract
extensions, also highlighted by our new-refreshed logo. The
overall goals and challenges for 2008 will be similar to 2007
with more focus on process safety and environment.
Our motto for 2008 therefore remains unchanged: “We deliver
our promise.”
Energy Efficiency Improvement – The history
The drive toward energy efficiency in Brunei LNG
(BLNG) has started back in the late 1980’s, when a
new 140 Mega Watt electric (MWe) Combined Cycle
Power Generation Plant (COGEN) was built next to
the BLNG plant. This is the first Co-generation plant
in Brunei whereby the exhaust gas from the frame 5
Gas Turbo Generator (GTG) is recovered to generate
high-pressure steam via seven (52 tonne / hour)
waste heat boilers. The steam generated from these
boilers is used to supplement steam produced from
the direct-fired steam boilers, which drives steam
turbines drivers in the plant. The implementation
of this project leads to the reduction of fuel gas
consumption equivalent to 175-kilo tonne-fuel
gas per year at current LNG production level. This
project also brings benefit to the environment in
term of reduction of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) emission
to atmosphere, which is in the order of 440 kilo
tonne CO2 per year.
back pressure turbines, whereby the Low Pressure
(LP) steam exhaust is no longer condensed but
utilised as LP steam feed to Deaerator which reduce
High Pressure (HP) steam letdown and utilised the
heat which otherwise wasted to atmosphere via
cooling tower.
As part of the Brunei Shell Petroleum (BSP) Ampa
Rationalisation Project, BSP installed three 8 Million
Cubic Meter per day onshore gas compressor to
compress HP natural gas from offshore to feed
BLNG plant. The three centrifugal compressors
were driven by frame 5 gas turbines. BLNG installed
three-heat recovery steam generators (HRSG) of
100-tonne / hour HP steam each to recover waste
heat from the exhaust of the gas turbines. The
implementations of this project reduce further the
overall BLNG fuel gas consumption equivalent to
144 kilo tonne -fuel gas per year and reduction of
some 362 kilo tonne CO2 per year emitted to the
atmosphere at current LNG production level.
In 1992, following a study, two of the condensing
Steam Turbo Generators (STG) were converted to
continued on page 2
Fred Smeenk
‘Produced by the External Affairs Department, Brunei LNG Sdn. Bhd.’
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continuation from page 1 BLNG’S REJUVENATION PROJECT – OPPORTUNITIES FOR INCREASING EFFICIENCIES
Replacement of the Main Cryogenic Heat Exchangers (MCHE)
In 2001, BLNG started the implementation of the identified ARP project. Based
on priority, the first ARP project initiated was the replacement of the four MCHE
with the key driver to increase plant reliability while stretching the plant life for
another 30 years. The process optimization study indicated that increasing
the area in the new MCHEs could reduce the plant’s power demand and
yield a higher production rate without any need for modification to the existing
compressor. The addition of approximately 15 percent more on the surface area
in the MCHE also does not lead to major cost impact compared to replacement
with a bigger refrigerant compressors. Linde MCHEs was selected based on
their technical and commercial competitiveness. In 2005, replacement project
were completed successfully. Performance test shows that the new MCHE can
produce 5 percent extra LNG for the same power.
Replacement of the power plant
In December 2005, the second major activity under the ARP project is the
execution of the new power plant. The completion of this project will build a new
combined-cycle Power Plant to replace the existing 30 years old power plant
(steam turbo generators) which approaching the end of its design life. The new
power plant project will be installed in phases. Phase I will increase the present
power generation capacity from 40 MWe to about 47 MWe to enable retirement
of two steam turbo generators. The new power plant is a combined cycle power
plant comprising of a 21 MWe gas turbine generator with 100 tonne / hour
HRSG and two 13 MWe each back pressure Steam Turbo Generators (STG).
BLNG will be able to generate approximately 6.5 MWe extra power without
increase in plant fuel gas consumption through this upgrade. The majority of this
additional power will be used to cover the additional demand of the rejuvenated
cooling water system, which in turn will yield a plant efficiency improvement. The
first phase of the replacement of power plant will be completed in early 2008.
A study currently ongoing for the second phase, which will install an additional
combined cycle power plant comprising of a 21 MWe gas turbines and the
associated 100 tonne / hour HRSG. The second phase will introduce a reduction
of total fuel gas consumption by approximately 22 kilo tonne / year, equivalent to
a CO2 reduction of approximately 54 kilo tonne / year.
Rejuvenation of the existing cooling water system
At present the rejuvenation of the existing cooling water system is in progress.
The scope includes building five new counter-flow cooling towers to enable
rejuvenation of the existing thirty-five cross-flow cooling towers without impacting
LNG production. Other scopes include replacement of thirteen large cooling
water circulation pumps.
The overall Cooling Water System Rejuvenation (CWSR) project is scheduled
to complete in 2009. The project is expected to generate around 4 percent
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improvement in either energy use or production of LNG due to the reduction
in cooling water supply temperature resulting in improved efficiency of the
refrigeration cycle. This rejuvenation project including new additional cooling
tower cells is expected to reduce cooling water supply temperature by more
than 2 degC.
Other Efficiency Improvement Projects
Advanced Process Control (APC)
One of the non-ARP related project, which has some potential to improve plant
efficiency or increase LNG production is the implementation of Advance Process
Control (APC) project. APC is a multivariable control (i.e. simultaneous control
of multiple targets with multiple handles) that systematically takes consistent
actions minute after minute despite the multi-interaction of the process. By
stabilizing a process unit, APC enables a controlled variable to be operated
closer to its specification. Thus, the main motivation to implement APC at BLNG
is to either drive the plant to its best efficiency or to push the throughput (LNG
production) to its physical constraints. Shell Multivariable Optimising Controller
(SMOC) is the tool used to implement APC in BLNG.
APC benefits which has been implemented on other LNG plant and potential
benefit for BLNG are as follows:
Sites
BLNG
OLNG
WLNG
APC benefits
1-2% more LNG/efficient
3-4% more LNG
1-2% more LNG
In BLNG, the main benefit have been identified in three areas:
• Heavies Removal Column (HRC) overhead: Maximizing the LNG production
within the C5+ specification.
• Refrigerant Make up Unit (RMU): Improve efficiency with respect to C2
(Ethane) and C3 (Propane) recovery.
• Main Cryogenic Heat Exchanger (MCHE): Stabilizing the LNG production
and maximization of
LNG with respect to
Conclusions
- At present 20%
C3 (Propane) / MR
- Post ARP project 35%
compressors.
Base
- Next 20 years saving :
100%
Project
Cogen
Project
100%
-11%
Fuel gas/LNG
Energy Efficiency Improvement in the ARP projects
- Equiv. 300 B class LNG cargoes
- Equiv. $3 billion
STG#1/2
Conversion
-4%
OCP
Project
-8%
-5%
ARP+APC
Project
-15%
Post ARP
Project
62%
50%
1972
1985
1992
2001
Years
2010
2010+
After some setback
in 2003, BLNG are
in the process of
reviving the APC
application with more
robust
technology
(SMOCPro).
This
project is expected
to be completed in
2008.
BLNG RECEIVES ITS 6TH CHARTERED SHIP FOR 2007
By: MKS1 – Lenny Hj Ishak
On 25th September 2007,BLNG received its 6th chartered ship for
delivering LNG to its buyers in Japan. The ship named “S/S Pacific
Notus”; that is belonged to Pacific LNG Yuso Limited is currently in service
for Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO). BLNG has a Master Ship
Charter Party agreement with TEPCO and is also one of BLNG’s long-term
Japanese Buyers besides Tokyo Gas (TG) and Osaka Gas (OG).
In commemorating the “S/S Pacific Notus”; first loading in Lumut,
a brief ceremony was held onboard the ship. Representing BLNG at the
ceremony was Mr Mohamad Burut, Head of Shipping and Commercial
Operations who presented a memento to the vessel’s master, Captain
Mitsuru Ito. The ship was completely loaded with LNG and departed to
Japan on 26th September 2007.
The first charter arrangement in 2007 was made with the Energy Progress
- a company owned by Tokyo LNG Tanker and a subsidiary company
under Tokyo Gas (TG). There were two voyages made for this charter
arrangement in which, one was made in June and the other one was in
July. Later in August and September 2007, two ships were chartered from
Malaysia LNG Sdn. Bhd (MLNG), the first one was Puteri Intan and the
second one was Puteri Zamrud Satu.
These ships were chartered in by BLNG to help supplement the Seven
B class and the ABADI in delivering its contractual obligations and to
ensure a stable and reliable supply of LNG to its LNG buyers in Japan
and Korea.
PLANT MANAGER COURTESY VISITS TO BUYERS
By: Lenny Ishak MKS1
In early September 2007, Hj Matsatejo Sokiaw BLNG Senior General
Manager (Plant) made his annual courtesy visit to each of BLNG’s long-term
Buyers in Japan namely: Tokyo Electric, Tokyo Gas, Osaka Gas and Korea:
KOGAS.
The objectives of the meeting were to foster closer relationship with Buyers,
and at the same time to identify any general or specific issues from the
respective Buyers. In addition, the meeting was also intended in updating
Buyers with BLNG plant status.
During the visit, Ms Kam’ainun Hj Abd Karim, BLNG Business Analyst,
delivered a presentation to both Buyers particularly highlighting on the
status of BLNG rejuvenation project or Asset Reference Plan Projects
(ARP). Also presented was BLNG’s new logo delivered by Ms Lenny Ishak
from the Marketing Department.
The Senior General Manager (Plant) intends to keep Buyers well inform on
the progress in the next meeting.
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BLNG LAUNCHES SHELL SAFETY DAY 2007
By Diana Dua HSEQ/4
On 23rd October 2007, the four Joint Venture
Companies namely BSP, BLNG , BST and BSM
launched the Brunei Shell Safety Days 2007.
The launched was aimed at improving HSE
compliance in all the respective organizations.
The Shell Safety Day is a group wide campaign to
improve compliance with the rules, procedures,
good practices that we need to ensure effective
HSE management and it is about each of us
reinforcing personal responsibility to ensure we
comply with the rules or standards that have
been set up by the company.
In BLNG and Seria Refinery, the event was
held for one week which comprised of group
discussion with staff and contractors on
Compliance to HSE rules or standards and a
roadshow to increase everyone’s awareness on
the importance of compliance and intervention.
The launched at BLNG began with an opening
speech by the acting Managing Director, Mohamad
Awg Damit. In his speech, 3 safety elements were
mentioned in which they have been highlighted
by the Shell Group Leaders during a recent
teleconference, i.e. Personal or behavioral Safety,
Process Safety and Road Safety.
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On Personal Safety, BLNG has provided a
proper guidance on the effective application of
step back 5x5 and a basic hazard identification
tool for all individuals. Based on incidents and
near misses statistics, 80 percent were related
to non-compliance when carrying out routine
tasks.
On Process Safety, BLNG have developed the
process safety framework which is aligned
with the new group guidance. With reference
to the business plan, the way forward is
the implementation of the asset integrity
management, in which BLNG will continue to
implement the present management practices.
Touching on Road Safety, BLNG will continue
to support Brunei Road Safety Council in
helping to raise road safety awareness across
the country.
The closeout of the Brunei Shell Safety Days
2007 witnessed the presentation of the awards
to those staff and contractors who have done
a great deal in making a positive difference
to BLNG HSE performance. The award was
handed over by BLNG Managing Director
Mr Fred Smeenk.
In his remarks, Mr Fred Smeenk highlighted that
more than 300 personnel of BLNG and Refinery
were involved in the engagement sessions.
And approximately, 1200 workers from various
contractors in BLNG attended for engagement
sessions.
Among the highlight of the one-week event
was a roadshow, supported by BLNG main
contractors namely Zainal Daud, HMM, SKS,
AWE and Sahid. The purpose of the roadshow
was to cultivate everyone’s awareness towards
the importance of HSE. A safety quiz and spot
the hazards competition was also organised
during the Brunei Shell Safety Day 2007 week.
On the worldwide scale, the launched of Shell
Safety Day introduced ‘Goal Zero’. This goal
believes that we can operate with zero fatalities
(no LTI), zero accident and zero significant
incidents. In BLNG this goal will be implemented
in 2008.
BLNG OPENS ITS NEW SECURITY BUILDING
In line with BLNG’s commitment for an improved
standard of working environment in carrying out
the security responsibilities, whilst upholding the
reputation of Enterprise First to all stakeholders,
on 26th November 2007 BLNG officially
announced the opening of its new security
building. The building is built to house the security
and the Royal Brunei Police Force personnel in
protecting the plant and managing the movement
of vehicles and people in and out of the plant.
Present to officiate the new security building was
Yang Di-Muliakan Pehin Datu Kerma Setia, CP
Dato Paduka Seri Awang Zainuddin b Jalani, the
Commissioner of Police.
Prior to the official opening of the new building,
Mr Fred Smeenk, Managing Director of BLNG,
in his speech stated that, the completion of this
project marks a significant milestone for Royal
Brunei Police Force and BLNG. The project has
been executed with zero safety accident and
without impacting the routine security controls
and personnel access.
In addition, Mr Fred Smeenk mentioned that
one of the critical aspects of BLNG’s activity
in the Proactive Security Management is
the implementation of the security plans or
inspections and carrying out of internal and
external audits. The outcomes of these audits
are essential where they can be used as a
measurement for security performance. He
further highlighted that, due to the crucial
importance of the business to the country, and
in line with relevant standards as a protected
and gazetted place, besides this new security
building, BLNG has also implemented several
projects. Among them were the renovations
of the Badas station security guard house and
the provision of CCTV monitoring facility; the
construction of the new security guard house at
LPG Plant; and BLNG wide CCTV with central
monitoring project. Several proactive joint
security inspections were also implemented in
BLNG which resulted in successful finding of noncompliance. This kind of operation will continue to
be implemented to demonstrate the continuous
security vigilance in BLNG. In compliance to the
group security competency requirement, BLNG
has also provided the International Ship and Port
Security (ISPS) Code awareness and relevant
safety training for Oilfield Police Security Officers
(OPSO) personnel.
The Managing Director of BLNG, Mr Fred
Smeenk, then accompanied the guest of honour
Pehin Dato Zainuddin Jalani touring the facilities
at the new security building which include offices
for OPSO, BLNG Security personnel and EKawal room, induction room, toilet facilities and
top tower office. The guest of honour also visited
the mini exhibition held at the vicinity.
The officials attended the event were from the
Belait District office, the Royal Brunei Police
Force, and management and staff from Brunei
LNG and contractors. The event ended with a
group photo session with the project team and a
‘Doa Selamat’.
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BLNG ANNUAL HLP 2007 THEME
“EMPOWER YOUR HEALTH, IMPROVE YOUR LIFESTYLE”
“Empower Your Health, Improve Your Lifestyle”
the objectives are to maintain the health of the
calories intake and the sort of physical activities
this is the theme selected for 2007 Annual Healthy
workforce through inculcating individuals to take
which should be undertaken by individuals in
Lifestyle Programme (HLP) Roadshow held for 5
charge of their own health, and to foster a better
order to have a balanced diet. About 108 BLNG
days in BLNG. The first HLP was launched in
rapport amongst employees’ after-work and
personnel underwent HLP screening during the 5
1997 on a smaller scale or a pilot study. Now,
supporting “Work-Life balance”. To encourage
days roadshow.
it becomes more popular as an essential tool in
active participation from employees in 2007,
promoting health in the workplace.
other HLP related sports activities have also been
At the closing session, BLNG Senior General
organized by BLNG such as badminton, bowling
Manager (Plant), Hj Matsatejo Sokiaw consented
tournament, volleyball, and futsal.
to present award to those employees who quit
BLNG Senior General Manager (Plant), Hj
Matsatejo Sokiaw, officially opened the roadshow
smoking, the best HLP Performers and the most
on 12th November 2007 held at the BLNG
In order to sustain HLP programme, each
proactive employee. In 2007 6 personnel were
canteen. In his speech, he mentioned that the
department has its own respective HLP Focal
recognised to quit smoking, who won themselves
changed in lifestyle can be facilitated through
Point within their respective functional division.
a bicycle and helmet, goody bag and a certificate.
a combination of efforts namely to enhance
As an added advantage to these focal points, a
Also awarded were the respective HLP Focal points
awareness; to change behaviour; and to create
One Day HLP workshop was held in August 2007
for their consistent support in HLP activities.
environments that support good health practices.
led by the Health Education Liaison Officer (HELO)
He further mentioned that of these three efforts,
aimed at harnessing and strengthening their basic
BLNG will continue to promote this kind of activities
supportive environments would probably have the
knowledge on HLP.
for the benefit of both the employees and the
greatest impact in producing lasting image.
company. They could promote a better health for
Another initiative is the introduction of calories
everyone in the organisation in line with the theme
In BLNG one of the initiatives in promoting
counter on the food menu served in canteen. This
“Empower Your Health, Improve Your Lifestyle”.
healthy lifestyle is the Monthly Fun Run in which
initiative aims at increasing awareness on the food
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BRUNEI LNG HOSTS ANNUAL GATHERING FOR THE MEDIA
On 14th November 2007, BLNG honoured the
Media representatives in Brunei Darussalam with
an annual gathering held the Royal Berkshire
ballroom, Jerudong Park Polo Club. The event
is aimed at enhancing the close and excellent
relationship between BLNG and members of
the Brunei media as well as to recognize the cooperation from the media community in publishing
BLNG’s stories to the general public.
In his welcoming remarks, Mr Fred Smeenk , BLNG
Managing Director recognized the continuous
support and co-operation from the Media in Brunei
Darussalam through various BLNG’s stories that
have been featured in the local and international
media. “By reporting our activities, the public will
have a better understanding of our operations and
our people and more importantly, for them to be
informed of our aspiration for the future”, stated
Mr Fred Smeenk. He further highlighted that, with
almost 40 years in operations, revenues from oil
and gas industry have brought prosperity and
development to the people of Brunei Darussalam
in all aspects and it creates opportunities for Brunei
to actively pursue its economic diversification
programmes.
This year, the two stories on the visit made by
BLNG’s Chairman, Pehin Dato Yahya and several
Board members to BLNG’s long term buyers in
Japan and Korea, and followed by His Majesty the
Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam
official visit to BLNG Buyers’ facilities at Sodegaura,
Japan, signify the importance of Liqufied Natural
Gas (LNG) to Brunei Darussalam and Japan, and
further opportunity to fortify relations between
BLNG and its Japanese buyers. BLNG is also
active in local and international Conference and
Exhibition particularly the CIPTA 2007 and the
Energy Week Conference held locally, and the
LNG 15th Conference and Exhibition held at
the Barcelona International Convention Centre
(CCIB) , Spain. Further, he highlighted that BLNG
will continue to participate in other important
International Conference and Exhibition particularly
the GASTECH 2008 in Bangkok, Thailand, and
GASEX 2008 in Vietnam.
BLNG will continue to remain one of the most
reliable LNG suppliers in the world through its
rejuvenation projects which has been carried out
since 2005 for the next few years. The projects
aim at extending BLNG’s plant life for another
20 years beyond 2013 when the current contract
expires. The execution of these projects also
provide an excellent opportunity for young
Bruneian engineers, which is in line with the
company’s Bruneianisation Programme which
stands at 92 percent, and at the same time giving
opportunities for local businesses, vendors and
contractors, in-line with BLNG’s policy of Local
Business Development.
understand BLNG better and build up contacts
in which could enhance the two way relationship.
Further she highlighted that the relationship
between BLNG and the media has strengthened
over the years. She also congratulated BLNG for
achieving various milestone particularly the 218
cargoes and the 11 million man-hours without
Lost Time Incident (LTI).
The event also witnessed the handing over of a
donation worth B$15,000 (Fifteen thousand dollars)
from Brunei LNG to the Pg Muda Al Muhtadee
Billah Fund For The Orphans. The donation was
handed over by Mr Fred Smeenk , BLNG Managing
Director to Yang Mulia Dato Paduka Hj Ali Hashim
Bin Hj Daud, Managing Director of the Sultan Haji
Hassanal Bolkiah Foundation and Chief Executive
Officer of the Pg Muda Al Muhtadee Billah Fund
For The Orphans .
Media representatives present at the event were:
Radio Television Brunei, Information Department,
Borneo Bulletin, Media Permata, United Daily,
See Hua Daily, Sin Chiew Jit Poh, Asia Inc and
Brudirect. The event ended with a performance
from the Special group of Pusat Ehsan Al Ameerah
Hjh Mariam. Also present was the Member for
the Board of Trustee of Pusat Ehsan, Pengiran
Datin Hjh Noraini.
The media representative Ms Sonia K, Chief
Reporter of the Brunei Press stated in her
speech that, the gathering enables the media to
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BLNG PARTICIPATES IN THE ANNUAL BORNEO LNG
CONFERENCE AND GAMES
8 – 10 November 2007
Photo Courtesy of Mohd Tommy & Mohd Jais
About 90 staff and management of BLNG joined their counterparts from two other LNG plants in Malaysia and Indonesia in the annual Borneo LNG Conference
and Games held in Miri, Sarawak from 8 – 10 November 2007. The BLNG contingent led by its Senior General Manager (Plant), Haji Matsatejo bin Sokiaw
participated in five games which was hosted by Malaysia LNG. The Games, which used to be played between BLNG and MLNG, saw the participation for the
first time this year by PT Badak LNG from Indonesia. A total of 300 participants from the three Asian LNG giants competed in the three day Games. MLNG
emerged as the overall winner and clinched the Challenge Trophy. MLNG also won the Challenge Trophy in the Golf Tournament.
On the conference, which was held at Eastwood Valley Golf and Country Club, each of the participating company presented 10 topics ranging from human
resource, operations and maintenance to health safety and environment. The day-long conference in the form of panel discussion and plenary sessions was
attended by some 60 participants.
The first Borneo LNG Conference, hosted by BLNG was inaugurated in Brunei Darussalam in 2006 and PT Badak LNG from Indonesia participated
for the first time.
The three LNG companies host the Annual Conference and Games on a rotational basis. The events aim to foster goodwill, friendship and sportsmanship
among employees of the three companies.
PT Badak will host the next event in 2008.
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BLNG PRESENTS DONATIONS TO FIRE VICTIMS AND
ORPHANS IN BELAIT DISTRICT
On 10th October 2007, the recent five victims in Belait district received
donations from staff of BLNG. Present to hand over donations to the victims
was Hj Matsatejo Sokiaw, Acting Managing Director of BLNG. The event took
place at VIP Lounge of the Liang Lumut Recreation Club.
More than $17000 was handed over to 173 people from 36 families who were
affected in the fire incidents in 2007. A cheque worth $2000 for the Belait
Orphans Fund was also presented to Belait District Officer, Hj Mohammad
Hj Abd Rahman, who is also the Adviser of the Belait District Orphan Fund.
Both donations were collected through employees’ contribution as part of
BLNG’s Corporate Social Responsibility to the community. This is in line with the
company’s Social Performance Plan for the involvement of BLNG and its staff
in community and charitable activities.
Hj Matsatejo highlighted in his speech, the involvement of BLNG staff in such
activities that demonstrate their caring attitude and responsible citizenship,
particularly in relieving the burden faced of the fire victims and orphans. It also
gives the staff an opportunity to make contribution for a worthy cause.
Senior officials from the Belait District Office, Community Development
Department, Penghulu, Village Heads and members of staff from BLNG were
among those who attended the event which ended with a doa Selamat.
BLNG PRESENTS DONATION TO MUKIM LIANG
ORPHANS
In supporting the community within the area and as part of the company’s
commitment in assisting the orphans for the 2008 new school year
preparation, more than 40 orphans in Mukim Liang received donations
from BLNG during the Hari Raya get-together between BLNG staff and
Mukim Liang Orphans held at Jalan Kecil Sg Liang. The donation was
handed over by BLNG Corporate Affairs Manager, Hjh Zainab M.A Omar.
Apart from this event, BLNG is also actively participating in fund raising
activities for other charitable voluntary organisations in the country. Last
September BLNG participated in the Pusat Ehsan Carnival and proceeds
from the event were donated to Pusat Ehsan. BLNG also made similar
contributions to Smarter and victims of recent fires in Kuala Belait
and Seria.
The donations and involvement of BLNG staff in such activities are part of
the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme aimed
at giving support to the needy in the country.
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FINANCE DEPARTMENTS ORGANISE ADDING VALUE TO
THE BUSINESS ROADSHOW
Inculcating better awareness amongst all in BLNG as a service provider and
updating the BLNG community on the recent and upcoming development
within Finance were among the objectives being highlighted by BLNG Finance
Manager, Pg Hj Ali Pg Hj Matarsat at the Finance Roadshow opening at
BLNG. The roadshow that was held for three days beginning 27th November
2007 incorporated with a theme of “Finance Adding Value to the Business”
received a good response from BLNG community. The roadshow comprised
of exhibits and scheduled presentation sessions from all departments in BLNG
Finance function namely the Business Support team (FPR), SAP systems
(FSS), Contracting Services (FCS), Finance Controller (FFC), Project Support
(FPS), along with the BSP Treasury Division (FAC/2),
BLNG Managing Director Mr Fred Smeenk consented to open the roadshow.
In his speech, he recognised the positive initiatives that Finance and other
service providers in BLNG have shown through the setting up of exhibitions and
presentation sessions. It is recognised as a positive step toward enhancing
knowledge of the various services provided by the Finance function. He further
mentioned that with the best three prizes for the best constructive feedback
on how to improve service within Finance would give an added advantage on
the way forward for Finance function in delivering its service. This feedback
would coincide with the roadshow’s theme of “Finance Adding Value to the
Business”.
The roadshow and presentation session was also participated by HSBC,
which showcased the available services and facilities provided by the bank.
The closing of the roadshow witnessed several staff winning various lucky
draw prizes for answering quizzes.
BLNG PRESENTS DONATIONS TO KACA ASSOCIATION
On 3rd December 2007, BLNG handed over donation worth $3000 to the
“Persatuan KACA” in Belait district. Present to hand over the donation was
BLNG Senior General Manager (Plant), Hj Matsatejo Sokiaw, while Dato
Paduka Hj Zainal Hj Momin, the President of KACA received the donation
on behalf of the association. The event took place in conjunction with the
official opening of the new headquarters for KACA in the Belait district, which
is located at BSP Bungalow, KB- 10-X26, Simpang 7 Jalan Maulana and also
in conjunction with the official World Disabled Day 2007.
The donation was collected through BLNG’s Fun Run / Walk held monthly
in 2006, in which every kilometre run or walk contributes $2 from each staff
participation. The contribution is part of BLNG’s Corporate Social Responsibility
to the community. This is in line with the company’s Social Performance Plan for
the involvement of BLNG and its staff in community and charitable activities.
The event ended with a tour to the new building facilities.
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BLNG MANAGEMENT AND LIANG LUMUT COMMUNITY
TEAMS VISIT MUKIM LIANG LEADERS
It is a tradition for BLNG where members of the
management and the Liang Lumut Community visited
the Penghulu and Head of Villages in Mukim Liang during
the Hari Raya. The visit which began at the residence’s
of Yang Berhormat Hj Shafie, Lumut 1 Head of Village
aimed at enhancing the existing relationship between
the community and BLNG Management and at the
same time to know any concerns arise from BLNG’s
day to day operation.
The visit became more fruitful when leaders share their
team aspirations for the development of the local area.
Among others mentioned was the development of
youths and the establishment of special team looking at
promoting local handicrafts. BLNG plays an important
role in this area where a souvenir shop has been
allocated at the Liang Lumut Recreation Club (LLRC).
The leaders also recognised the long term relationship
and the support given by BLNG in the development of the
Mukim Liang. The existence of BLNG in the community
could help upgrade the status of the Mukim.
The visit ended at the residence of Hj Azmi Ketua
Kampong Sungai Liang.
BPPI ORGANISES MAJLIS KHATAM AL-QURAAN
As one of the activities during the Fasting month, BLNG
and Refinery through the “Badan Pekerja-Pekerja
Islam” (BPPI) organised a Majlis Khatam Al Quraan for
its staff and family members. The event was held at the
Multi-purpose Hall, Liang Lumut Recreation Club. Present
as the guest of honour was BLNG Senior General Manager
(Plant), Hj Matsatejo Sokiaw. The event was organised in
conjunction with the Nuzul Al Quraan which was celebrated
on the 17th of Ramadhan 1428 Hijriah, and at the same
time giving an opportunity to staff and family members to
complete reciting the 30 juzu of the Al-Quraan during the
holy month. More than 20 personnel and family members
of BLNG and Refinery took part in this event.
The event began with the recital of Surah Al-Fatihah led by
Mohd Jamri Jaafar , Deputy Chairman of the Organising
Committee and BPPI who also led the Majlis Khatam
Al-Quraan, Tausyeh, dzikir and ‘Doa Selamat’
Also present at the event were BLNG Management members
and the Liang Lumut Community. The event ended with a
mass Maghrib prayer shortly after the breaking of Fast.
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VISITORS TO BLNG
MOFAT COUNTERPART FROM VIETNAM
CHUGOKU ELECTRIC
SANLIH E-TV CREW FROM TAIWAN
NEW EMPLOYEES OF BRUNEI SHELL PETROLEUM
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VISITORS TO BLNG
ROYAL BRUNEI ARMED FORCES, 3RD BATALLION
BRUNEI-SINGAPORE BILATERAL PARTNERSHIP ON ENVIRONMENT AFFAIRS
CHUNG HUA MIDDLE SCHOOL, KUALA BELAIT
GOVERNMENT & BSP SCHOLARSHIP STUDENTS
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FEATURED ARTICLE
What’s the Purpose of Your Job?
Do you know the purpose of your job and how it impacts your organization? Do you know what your organization is up to? Do you understand its business strategy and
what it’s trying to achieve in the short and long runs? If not, don’t feel so bad. Neither do employees in about half of all American and international organizations. Almost
half of companies have failed to effectively explain to employees the purpose of their jobs and the mission and strategy of their businesses, according to a recent survey
by Right Management Consultants and the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) Research Foundation.
According to the report, Best Practices in Employee Communication: A Study of Global Challenges and Approaches, 48 percent of 472 organizations surveyed
worldwide said their management has not effectively communicated their business strategies to employees and engaged them in living it in their daily jobs. As a result,
only about one-third i.e 37 percent of organizations reported that their employees are effectively aligned to the missions and visions of their businesses.
According to Paul Sanchez, chair of the IABC Research Foundation, Management often sends inconsistent messages to employees, and isn’t as visible as it should
be, especially during turbulent periods. Many managers, including senior-level leaders, lack the necessary skills to effectively engage employees, or don’t understand
the roles they need to play.
“Effective leadership communication means that an organization’s leaders have taken the time to clearly and succinctly articulate the vision of the business, show how
employees can contribute to it, and demonstrate how it can be lived in their daily jobs. At the senior leadership level, ongoing, consistent communication is critical even
when there is nothing new or vital to communicate. This builds trust and credibility,” said Chris Gay, one of the study’s authors.
Here are ways to address this problem:
1.
Make sure top leaders are visible and are not hiding in their offices. They should mingle with staff in the cafeteria, the offices, the shop floor, the parking lot, and
in company events.
2.
Conduct regular town meetings for all employees to talk to and listen to top management.
3.
Make sure top leaders all read from the same page. Make sure they understand the organization’s strategy themselves so they can explain it to employees.
4.
Get the communication staff to be with you and on your side by involving them in the decision-making process. They can do a better job if they are explaining
decisions they have been involved with at the outset.
5.
Discuss with the training staff how to include the organization’s strategy in most training programs. Get top leaders to attend and speak at training sessions.
6.
Deliver messages that are candid, credible, and compelling. Don’t put out a message that can get you out of troubles in the short run but creates a credibility
problem in the long run.
7.
Don’t use legalese or ‘management speak.’ Use the language people use at work. Use your listeners’ language, not your own. This is the only way they will
understand you.
Better Manager-Employee Communication: Follow These Rules
Domeyer offered these tips for better communication at the office:
•
Don’t fuel the rumor mill. It exists in every organization and goes into overdrive when managers limit top-down communication. If your staff doesn’t hear the
news from you, they will likely get it from another source.
•
Hold all employees to the same performance standards. Be consistent in communicating and maintaining your expectations for quality. Letting certain employees
or situations fall under the radar can fuel speculation of favoritism.
•
Observe and listen during meetings. How do others speak to and about your staff? If people are being questioned unfairly or criticized, speak up in their
defense.
•
Be accessible. Don’t let e-mails and voicemails stack up without acknowledging them. If you can’t address questions immediately, tell your staff when you
can.
•
Ask questions. One-on-one, impromptu discussions with team members can give you an indication of any political issues brewing before they escalate.
Source: www.communicationideas.com/manager-employee-communication.html
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NEW JOINERS
(Rejoined after Retirement)
Khoo Eng Kiat
Khairul Zulhaimin Khairul Anuar
EME514
Savina Ann Chia
UPN1
Anita Sartini
UPN1
Erinawati Gimbon
UPN1
Roslan Hj Ibrahim
UPN1
Mohammad Fairuz Abdul Latip
TTS/2
Suhartini Suhaini
UPN1
Mundy Geoffrey Bonnar
EIE/1
Md Azri Suhardi Bin Hj Md Suni
EME/533
OPS2
Al Gheilani, Shafiq Saleh Mubarak
TIS/11
Tan Siong Yek, Andrew
FCS/2
Amela Crnkic
TIS/13
Chiew Eng Hong
(Rejoined after Retirement)
HSEQ/2
TRANSFERS
H M Yusuf Thani H M Husain
OPS/411
to BSP
Tan Eng Kiat
TIS/13
to BSP
LEAVERS
Ang Chee Yong
EME/62
Ideris Hj Ali
HCE
Mariano C G
EAP/58
Khong Geok See
Liaw Khin Kwong
(Retired)
(Retired)
EIE/35
EIE/32
Hj Ibrahim Hj Idi
EPO/4
H Mohd Munah Fadillah Abdullah
(Retired)
EME/54
Moon Hussain
MKP
Hj Yusof Sidi
(Retired)
EIE/113
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2007 BLNG & REFINERY EMBLEM RECIPIENTS
35 Years Service
Khong Geok See
EIE35
Liaw Khin Kwong
EIE32
Liew Ah Hen
EAP52
Guldip Singh
FSS
Khoo Eng Kiat
OPS2
30 Years Service
Hj Mohd Yusof Hj Md Taufik
HSEQ
Liaw Wai Khiong
EEE
Othman Hassan
HSEQ1
Lim Khing Hock
EME3
Shenton John Ashton Ward
EPO42
Haji Awang Bin Haji Mohamed
OMS21
Hj Awg Salam Bin Musa
OPS7
Juhari Bin Abd Wahid
OPS73
Wong Ling Ming
OPS731
Leong Mun Tshong
EAP54
25 Years Service
Abd Razak Bin Amit
RES11
Hj Janidi Bin Hj Abu Bakar Huzaimie Bin Hj Mustapha
RES22
RFQ
Lim Siong Ming
EEE120
Hj Muhamad B Hj Abd Hamid
EEE2
Yunos Bin Hj Mumin
EEE310
Hjh Ahani Bte Hj Kipli
HCP3
Hjh Latifah Hj Sukor
OMS14
Hj David Bin Hj Kassim
OMS23
Him Bin Hj Bujang
RPS
Hj Yaakub Hj Yusof
EIE
HM Yusuf Thani HM Husain
OPS411
Hussin Bin Haji Elim
RPS1
Hj Morsidi Bin Hj Mohamad
RPS22
Chin Chee Khiong D
RPS25
Idris Bin Ibrahim
RPS31
Jasni Bin Hj Jublee
RPS4
Husaini Bin Haji Yusof
RPS42
Wong Eng Bu @ Ng
RPS5
Hj Abdul Razak B Hj Md Jair
EIE2D
Hj Suhaili Bin Hj Kula
HCD4
Hj Sulaiman Bin Hj Yahya
EME23
Abu Hanipah Bin Hashim
EME541
Abdul Razak Bin Hj Daud
ERE44
Hjh Kamarjhan Bte Hj
Abd Aziz
HCE2
Risnani Bte Hj Abdul Halim
HCE11
Zaifiandi Bin Ibrahim
OPS611
Abidin Bin Hj Yusof
OPS622
A Othman Bin A Hj Tengah
OPS8
Lim Soon Cheng
TLS22
Ahmad Bin Hj Morshidi
OPS434
Hj Mohd Yunos Bin Tanga Hj Mohd Zin Bin Hj Abd Aziz
OPS51
OPS532
20 Years Service
Hj Matsatejo Bin Sokiaw
LM
Hj Yahya Bin Hj Mohammad
RM
Mohamad Ali Han B
Mohd Shaipon
EPO32
Cheok Boon Khiong
ERE3
Awg Yahya Bin Yakob
HSEQ32
Jupry Bin Kamat
OPS441
Akid Wong Bin Abdullah
OPS741
15 Years Service
Hazimah Bte Jack
EAP96
Awang Yahya Hj Awang
Sulaiman
EME521
Dk Hjh Umi Kalthum
P H Zainal
EPO21D
Ahadilah Bin Hj Abdul Ghani
EPO30
Schipper C M
EQI1
Rosli Bin Trokie
OPL1
10 Years
Service
Asri B Hj Baha
FFC1
Parameswaran
Deivasagayam
HSEQ21
Razali Bin Mohamad Dani
HSEQ33
Joanita Hj Abd Hamid
EAP84
Sri Moammar Redhuan B
Morshidi
OMS231
Hj Morni Bin Hj Serudin
OPS432
Ahmad Bin Hj Mohamad
Sa’at
OPS535
Shamrul Shah B Hj
Sannie Sah
OPS545
Hussin Bin Haji Abdul
Rahman
OPS546
Abu Sophian Bin Ismail
OPS633
Muhd Amir Sofhian
Muhd Yussof
OPS643
Nor Khairul Zharin B
Abd Hamid
TIS22
Brunei LNG Sdn. Bhd. Lumut, KC2935 Tel: +673 3236901-912 Fax: +673 3236892 Website: www.blng.com.bn
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