PETALING JAYA: OM Holdings Ltd
’s (OMH) smelter complex in Sarawak has sustained minimal damage following the overflow of molten material from casting moulds.
In a statement, the company said the incident occurred at one of its plant’s manganese alloys workshops.
“On contact with water, this caused a localised blast of pressurised steam. Emergency response protocols were immediately activated and all personnel within the affected area were safely evacuated to the designated safety zones.
“There were no injuries reported.”
OMH said the incident was isolated and contained within half an hour.
“The furnace workshop sustained minimal damage, and adjacent furnaces sustained no damage. Operations are anticipated to resume with minimal disruptions, pending approvals from the relevant local authorities.
“OM Sarawak has initiated a detailed investigation into the incident and is cooperating with all relevant authorities.”
OMH said it maintains its production guidance of 460,000 to 490,000 tonnes per annum for the financial year 2024.
“Operations at all other workshops were uninterrupted and are operating as per normal. On preliminary assessment, it is expected that there will be no material financial and/ or operational impact arising from this incident.
“The safety and well-being of the company’s employees, contractors and the surrounding community remains our top priority.”
