Has Ageson Bhd or its subsidiary applied for sand export permits?

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No Sand Export Permit Applications Received from Ageson Bhd or Subsidiary

The Department of Mineral and Geoscience Malaysia (JMG) has confirmed that neither Ageson Bhd nor its subsidiary, Esa Pile Sdn Bhd, have submitted any applications for sand export permits. Furthermore, there is no record of any existing Approved Permit (AP) holders for sand export having entered into joint-venture agreements to supply sand to these companies.
Current Procedures for Sand Export

Under current regulations, any entity wishing to export sand must first apply to the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources (KeTSA) to obtain an Approved Permit (AP). This process is in place to ensure that sand exports align with national interests, considering factors such as local consumption needs, national sovereignty, and trade importance. Prior approval from KeTSA is a mandatory prerequisite for all such applications.
State and Environmental Approvals

Beyond the federal-level AP, sand mining operators are also required to secure approval from relevant state local authorities. This dual approval system aims to ensure that mining activities are conducted sustainably and do not negatively impact the environment. Compliance with various laws, including the Customs (Prohibition of Exports) Order 2017, Continental Shelf Act 1966, National Land Code 1965, and state Mineral Enactments, is also stipulated for parties interested in overseas sand trade.
Lack of Joint-Venture Records

The JMG's review found no existing AP holders engaged in joint-venture agreements to supply sand to Ageson Bhd or Esa Pile Sdn Bhd. This indicates that no recognised channels for sand export supply to these specific companies have been established through the official permit system. The findings were in response to a news report concerning Ageson's purported plans to source natural sand for a client in China.

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