The introduction of the E-Penambang service directly supports Kuching’s Smart City strategy under the smart city mobility component. By retrofitting traditional river boats with clean electric propulsion, this initiative reduces carbon emissions, preserves local heritage, and promotes sustainable urban water transport.
Every morning, rural children cross muddy rivers by small boat to reach school. They face strong currents, storms and scarce life jackets. Yet they keep going, because education offers their families a way out of poverty.
In a defining session of the Sarawak State Legislative Assembly, the state laid out a bold and integrated vision for its transport future, weaving together sustainability, technology, and community-focused development into a coherent roadmap for progress.
This comprehensive strategy, underpinned by the landmark 2026 State Budget and a suite of progressive legislation, marks Sarawak’s decisive commitment to transforming its transport ecosystem in alignment with the Post COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030, a blueprint for a prosperous, inclusive, and sustainable future.
Rivers are vital in driving socio-economic development. Among many other roles, they provide sources of fresh clean water, help generate hydroelectric energy, irrigate agricultural land, and acts as a foundation for new settlements.