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With its privatisation, the operations at the
Muara Port are not only efficient and profitable
but the government can now channel millions of
dollars per year for other development purposes.
The following are Brunei’s three main logistics
companies:
BIACC
BIACC Sdn Bhd (formerly known as Brunei
International Air Cargo Centre) is a company
jointly owned by Royal Brunei Airlines (RB) and
Royal Brunei Technical Services. In collaboration
with Circle Freight International Sdn Bhd, the
company handles cargo transiting through the
Brunei International Airport.
BIACC’s accreditations include ISO 9001:2008,
OHSAS 18001:2007 and IATA Safety Audits for
Ground Operations (ISAGO).
Since 2011, BIACC began to form several
partnerships with local and international
companies to establish subsidiaries and joint
ventures in other logistics sectors. These
partnerships included Ground Handling Services
(Baggage and Passenger), Intermodal Freight
Transport and General Sales and Services
Agency.
RBA Cargo Services
With over 64,000 square foot of fully equipped
space in the cargo complex at the Brunei
International Airport, RB offers its own cargo
services, integrated with computerised handling
and other top-of-the-line technology.
It provides businesses with the country’s best
handling and storage for valuable, vulnerable,
perishable or customs-bonded cargoes.
Muara Port Company Sdn Bhd (MPC)
With over 90 per cent of global trades
transported by sea, the government of His
Majesty acknowledges the importance of ports
through the establishment of the Muara Port
Company.
The company, working as the operator of the
Muara Container Terminal (MCT), opens up
unlimited opportunities for Brunei to capitalise
on its strategic location to become a significant
trading hub.
The company signifies not just vast improvements
in equipment but also a tremendous boost in
services, in line with ambitions to turn Muara
Port into a world-class international hub.
MPC aims to enlarge its route networks and
increase transit volume, thus gradually improving
the influence of Muara Port.
The vast experience of co-owner Beibu Gulf
(HK) Ltd proved to be beneficial to MPC and
businesses in the country.
Beibu is known as a seasoned handler in port
operations and maritime logistics, thus its
collaboration with Darussalam Assets will
further enhance Muara Port not only as an
international hub but a competitive sub-regional
port within the BIMP-EAGA region.
Royal Brunei Technical Services
Royal Brunei Technical Services (RBTS) started
operations in 1988. The company was initially set
up as an acquisition agency to procure equipment
for armed forces and security agencies. Three
years ago, RBTS re-defined their core business
as a provider of Life Cycle Management services.
As a Life Cycle Management company, RBTS
provides cradle-to-grave services. RBTS manages
every aspect of a project until execution. In
the area of Acquisition Management, RBTS
undertakes complex systems acquisition. In these
projects, RBTS undertakes concept development,
conducts the tendering process and assists in
the evaluation process. The company reviews
the system design and makes improvements
until the system is installed and runs smoothly.
RBTS ensures their customers choose a system
that fits their needs at affordable costs.
As part of its Acquisition Management, RBTS
Engineering Services provide maintenance,
repair services and system upgrades to
optimise system performance. Their Vehicle
Maintenance Centre provides specialist vehicle
maintenance. In the pipeline is the Electronics
Maintenance Centre that caters to providing
sensors, sensitive electronics and security
system maintenance.
With over three decades of experience, RBTS
has developed an extensive supply chain
competency. The cargo unit specialises in
handling dangerous goods. The also provide
freight services via air and sea with door-to-door
shipping, custom documentation and clearance.
RBTS has two training centres: Training
Simulation Centre (TSC) and Naval Training
Centre (NTC). TSC is a high-tech facility aimed at
providing simulated arms training for the armed
forces, police and security agencies. NTC is a
premier maritime centre in Muara.
The company also provides Explosives Handling
and Storage services for its oil and gas industry
clients. RBTS is the only private company that
provides commercial storage for explosives and
pyrotechnics in Brunei. To complete the Life
Cycle Management concept, disposal of expired
pyrotechnics and explosives is essential. RBTS