Did Ageson Bhd receive approval for sand export APs?

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No Approval Granted to Ageson Bhd for Sand Export APs

The Department of Mineral and Geoscience Malaysia (JMG) has confirmed that neither Ageson Bhd nor its subsidiary, Esa Pile Sdn Bhd, have received any applications or Approved Permit (AP) approvals for sand exports. JMG's director-general, Datuk Shahar Effendi Abdullah Azizi, stated that there is no record of existing AP holders who export sand having entered into any joint-venture agreements to supply sand to Ageson or its subsidiary to date.
Application Process for Sand Export APs

To export sand to foreign countries, sand mining operators or mineral traders are required to first apply to the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources (KeTSA) for an AP. KeTSA evaluates these applications based on several criteria, including national interest, local consumption needs, national sovereignty, and trade importance. Crucially, operators must secure KeTSA's approval before proceeding.
Environmental and Local Authority Approvals

Beyond the federal AP, sand mining operators must also obtain approval from state local authorities. This is to ensure that mining activities are conducted sustainably and do not negatively impact the environment. These dual layers of approval are part of the established procedures governing sand exports.
No Joint Ventures Recorded with Existing AP Holders

Furthermore, investigations by KeTSA through JMG have revealed no existing records of AP holders who export sand having established any joint-venture agreements to supply sand to Ageson Bhd or its subsidiary. This indicates a lack of formal partnerships or supply arrangements with companies currently authorised for sand export.

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