Spotlight on Malaysia: Sarens' Key Role in Southeast Asia
Since establishing its Malaysian entity in December 2009, Sarens has expanded its operations across both Peninsula and East Malaysia.
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December 2024

As the global leader in crane rental services, heavy lifting, and engineered transport, Sarens has been making its mark across Southeast Asia for many years. Since establishing its Malaysian entity in December 2009, Sarens has expanded its operations across both Peninsula and East Malaysia. The company plays a crucial role in supporting various industries, including energy, infrastructure, and foreign direct investments (FDI) through heavy lifting, engineered transport services, and crane rentals.

Serving Strategic Sectors in Malaysia

Sarens in Malaysia provides its expertise across multiple markets, focusing particularly on the civil infrastructure sector and FDI projects. Mining isn’t part of the service portfolio, but Sarens is pivotal in the country’s infrastructure development and large-scale energy projects, providing general crane rentals (70T to 1250T crawler cranes) and full-service project support, including lifting sequence proposals, equipment provision, and manpower.

Tailored Services and Specialised Equipment

Sarens in Malaysia offers a wide array of services, including heavy lifting, engineered transport, and crane rental, utilising its fleet of crawler cranes, Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMTs), and jacking systems. These products are critical in executing complex, large-scale projects across industries, ensuring operational excellence with the help of both global expertise and local knowledge.

The Sarens Difference: Global Expertise, Local Integration

What sets Sarens apart in Malaysia is its ability to combine global experience with a deep understanding of local markets. Sarens in Malaysia was the pioneer in offering full project management and on-site supervision in the country, adding immense value by ensuring both efficiency and compliance. This commitment to safety, coupled with expertise in heavy-lifting and lifting sequence planning, makes Sarens a trusted partner in the country’s most complex projects.

A Blend of Local Talent and International Expertise

Sarens takes pride in hiring a blend of local talent and international specialists. This approach ensures that the company not only understands the nuances of the local regulatory environment but also leverages global best practices. The integration of local and international teams enables Sarens to deliver customised solutions that meet the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and innovation.

Sarens' Key Projects in Malaysia

Over the years, Sarens has been involved in several landmark projects across various sectors:

Power Plants

  • Manjung Power Plant
  • Jimah Power Plant
  • Edra Malacca Power Plant
  • Tadmax Power Plant
     

Oil & Gas

  • Rapid Pengerang Integrated Complex
  • Shell Prelude Floating Liquefied Natural Gas Project
  • Wheatstone LNG Plant Facility (Bechtel)
  • India’s Oil & Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)
  • Carigali-PTTEPI Operating Company (CPOC)
  • Hengyuan Refinery Upgrading
  • Kasawari Carbon Capture and Sequestration (CCS) Project
     

Infrastructure

  • Multilevel Highway Suke (Package CA3, Ulu Kelang)
  • Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link Project between Johor and Singapore
     

Semiconductor Plants

  • SanDisk Penang
  • Osram Kedah
  • Intel Pelican Penang
  • Infineon Kedah
     

Data Centers

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Sarens in Malaysia continues to play a vital role in these high-profile projects, reinforcing its position as a trusted partner for both local and international clients. With a robust presence and growing portfolio in Malaysia, Sarens is set to further contribute to the country's industrial and infrastructural development. By maintaining its commitment to safety, efficiency, and innovative solutions, Sarens will continue to support Malaysia's journey towards economic growth and modernisation.