Licensed Shipping Agent Based in Bintulu, Sarawak, Malaysia
MISAR Sdn. Bhd. [198701003263 (161934-M)], formerly known as MISC Agencies (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd, is a licensed shipping agency based in Bintulu, Sarawak, Malaysia. Since its inception in 1987, MISAR has played a crucial role in the maritime industry, specialising as a shipping agent with a focus on Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and Floating Storage Offloading (FSO) vessels.
Experienced Operations Team
MISAR has a dedicated team of experienced operations staff, including executives specialised in handling Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) ships. Many of our staff members have received training from seasoned professionals who have been involved in LNG ship operations at the port since the inception of the LNG business in Bintulu over 30 years ago. The current operations staff possesses extensive expertise in managing LNG ship agencies.
Comprehensive Services
Our scope of ship handling extends beyond vessels berthing at Bintulu Port Terminal/Jetty to include operations at anchorage and outside port limits (OPL).
Additionally, we facilitate various services such as crew repatriation (sign on and off), coordination of service engineers and visitors for ship attendance, and provision of crew medical/dental treatment through our panel clinics.
To enhance the convenience for ships, we also manage the supply of provisions and offer garbage disposal services.
Owner and Charterer Agent Handling LNG and FSO Vessels
MISAR currently serves as the owner and charterer agent for MISC Berhad’s vessels, catering to MLNG Petronas Bintulu. MISAR also provides shipping agency services to other shipowners, including MOL, NYK Lines, and other LNG shipowners.
In addition to LNG vessels, we have been handling FSO vessels under Omni Offshore Tanker Pacific Singapore since 2003. Our comprehensive services for FSO vessels encompass crew changes, transportation, accommodation arrangements, medical support, as well as assistance with Immigration employment pass applications.
Outstanding Relationship with Key Stakeholders
MISAR has cultivated an outstanding relationship with key stakeholders, including the terminal operator Bintulu Port Sdn Bhd and Malaysia LNG Sdn Bhd (MLNG) / Petronas LNG Ltd. This close collaboration is aimed at ensuring heightened efficiency and seamless loading of LNG at Bintulu port. Our commitment extends to maintaining strong ties with local authorities such as Immigration, Marine Department, Royal Customs, Bintulu Port Authority, and Port Health.
Preferred and Reliable Shipping Agent
It is the culmination of these positive connections with industry leaders that positions MISAR as the preferred and reliable shipping agent in Bintulu.