KUALA LUMPUR, July 7 — Petronas Gas Berhad (PGB) successfully completed the gas-in process for its newly-constructed bypass pipeline on July 1, marking the full restoration of gas supply to key areas in Batu Tiga, Shah Alam, and Connaught Bridge.
In a statement today, the company said the operation safely introduced gas at its mainline valve stations in Puchong and Batu Tiga, followed by controlled gas-in at Putra Heights. Flow levels were gradually increased from 10 per cent to 100 per cent in phases, following strict safety procedures.
The commissioning was carried out after fulfilling all engineering, operational, and regulatory safety requirements, including the issuance of the Permit to Operate (PTO) by the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH). PGB said that gas supply is now fully normalised, restoring energy continuity to households, businesses, and industries across the affected regions.
As part of its safety-first philosophy, PGB has also implemented enhanced engineering reinforcements at the bypass section in Putra Heights, including advanced sensors to detect soil and pipe movements, over and above the standard requirements.
To ensure long-term stability and structural integrity, sheet piling and engineered support structures have been installed to safeguard the pipeline, to ensure safe, secure, and uninterrupted performance.
In consideration of the findings from DOSH investigation and to ensure long-term resilience, PGB is also designing a new permanent pipeline equipped with enhanced safety features.
The pipeline will be installed on deep piled slab foundations, offering greater structural resistance to soil movement or unpredictable ground shifts.
The layout will also feature new shut-off valves, to allow for shorter distance of isolation in an unlikely event of emergency The original site has already undergone stabilisation works, and only two key pipelines will remain — a decision made to significantly reduce risks, and maintain long-term safety and community confidence.
The statement also said that monitoring efforts is ongoing as part of PGB’s continuous integrity assurance.
— Bernama
