Port Shipyard & Engineering Sdn Bhd (PSE) was primarily established as Port Ship Repairs & Marine Supply Sdn Bhd. Over the past 16 years, PSE has estab­lished itself as a competitive medium-sized player in shipbuilding, ship repair, vessel conversion and marine engineering in Malaysia.
Since 1992, we have continuously developed our shipyard with vision, passion and expertise trans­forming it into a fully-equipped, marine facilities centre. Supported by skilled and experienced per­sonnel of various disciples, we understand our clients’ requirements and have the ability to provide innovative and cost-effective solutions.
Located at Kampung Pendamar near Port Klang, our shipyard possesses the capabilities to under­take a wide spectrum of dry docking, repair, upgrading, conversion and specialized construction for a diverse range of offshore and marine vessels.
To ensure high standards of quality and performance, PSE emphasizes on safety, professionalism, skills, im­peccable craftsmanship and high standards of work ethics. Maintaining these key principles has al­lowed us to grow and continue to be a top leader among the medium-size shipyards in Malaysia.
PSE has long established a strong business relationship with Hung Hao International Limited (HHIL). HHIL, a government linked company in China, specializes in international trade of steel materials, welding materials and equipment for shipbuilding and steel structures. PSE is pleased to be officially appointed as their sole agent for steel material and pipes such as steel plates, angle bars, pipes, and others in Malaysia.
Appointed as Executive Chairman, a businessman who holds a post-graduate in Masters of Commerce from Waseda University Japan, a holder of BA from University Malaysia and Diploma of Modern Japanese Economy from University of Hiroshima Japan. His keen interest is in the marine industry and property development in addition to having a strong track record in managing ventures and new business development. Other experience includes handling primarily Japanese accounts due to his fluency in Japanese language with Amanah Chase Merchant Bank in Corporate Finance and Banking and numerous consultancy works for Japanese companies intending to set up businesses in Malaysia such as Wacol, Crown Line, Isetan, Toda Construction and many more.
One of the founders and was appointed as director since June 1992. Holding a C & G (Mechanical) in 1970, he entered Jurong Vocational Institute Singapore for Ship Repair and Ship Building Craft Course under Jurong Shipyard Ltd sponsorship. Upon completion of his traineeship in 1972, he was offered to continue advanced training in Ishikawajima Harima Heavy Institute, Yokohama Japan. His technical expertise was highly valued during his tenure with Malaysian Shipyard & Engineering Sdn Bhd in the Ship Repair Division before moving to PSE where he continues to provide invaluable knowledge, experience and guidance in all the company’s projects.
Appointed as Director in 1996, he is a Marine Engineer by profession and fellow in the Institute of Diagnostic Engineers, United Kingdom. An experienced marine superintendent till last appointment as General Manager, Sobrin-Kapal Sdn Bhd, a Joint Venture set up between Syed Kechik Holdings and Kepmount Shipping Pte Lt, Singapore. Completed shipboard services with 2nd class Certificate of competency, Department of Trade and Industry, United Kingdom, with the International Maritime Carriers Ltd, Hong Kong and Maierform B.V. Geneva, in the field of shipbuilding. Since 1976, he has been heavily involved in the construction of ships owned by Malaysian Shipping Corporation Bhd (MISC) and is now the Managing Director of SAZ Maritime Services Sdn Bhd apart from performing consultancy works for Messrs. Sanren Delta Marine Sdn Bhd and Hasnar Shipping and Chartering Sdn Bhd.
Another founder of PSE and appointed as a Director since June 1992. His technical education and training was received from the Jurong Vocational Institute Singapore in 1971 for Ship Repair and Ship Building Craft Course sponsored by Jurong Shipyard Ltd (Singapore). Upon completion he furthered his training at Ishikawajima Harima Heavy Institute,Yokohama, Japan. 1978 to 1981 saw him applying his technical knowledge with Malaysian Shipyard & Engineering Sdn Bhd as Technical Executive at the Port Klang Branch before joining PSE (formerly Port Ship Repair & Marine Supply Sdn Bhd). He has been and continues to supervise the many marine projects undertaken by PSE since then.
Appointed Chairman of Port Shipyard & Engineering Sdn Bhd since June 1992 until succeeded by Abdul Hamid Nor in 2009. Council Member of Majlis Perbandaran Selangor since last ten (10) years. Also the Chairman to Koperasi Pembangunan Daerah Petaling Berhad and Konsortium Tanjung Sejahtera Berhad which are actively involved in cooperation business activities, importer and exporter of vegetable, fish and various goods. In civil construction, he is an Executive Director for Nada Kelima Sdn Bhd, a class D PKK Registered Contractor. Was an active member of UMNO since 1955 and retired from all appointed posts in 1995 including Secretary for UMNO Bahagian Klang & Shah Alam, Council Member of Majlis Perbandaran Klang, Shah Alam & Petaling. He now retains a Senior UMNO Member status and is still actively involved in community services and activities.