Unauthorised oil blending could tarnish Malaysia’s global image, experts warn

Malaysia's maritime and petroleum industry experts have warned that unauthorized oil blending could damage the country's global reputation and create significant regulatory challenges. Madzli Harun, a maritime, customs, and cross-border trade policy expert, emphasized the importance of obtaining written approval from the Customs director-general and maintaining complete documentation for all blending activities.

The expert highlighted that blending can alter a product's composition, making it crucial to keep accurate records of quantities, cargo movements, and the condition of the product before and after the process. Maritime Network Sdn Bhd CEO Datuk Seri R. Jeyenderan stressed that responsible petroleum cargo management is vital for protecting the country's interests and maintaining transparency in the maritime industry.

Meanwhile, maritime industry expert Nazery Khalid stressed that unapproved blending, especially when combined with a lack of monitoring and proper documentation, could pose health and safety risks and compromise the integrity of regulatory bodies.

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