SST Thermal Solutions Supplies 10-km Electric Heat Tracing System for PETRONAS Melaka Energy Park

Strategic partnership with PETRONAS showcases industry-leading engineering and digital capabilities

SST Thermal Solutions Middle East (ME) FZE, Sigmian's counterpart in the UAE and India, has successfully completed the supply of a comprehensive electric heat tracing (EHT) solution for Malaysian Refining Company Sdn. Bhd. (MRCSB). The company delivered the project for the PETRONAS subsidiary that operates what is now known as Melaka Energy Park (formerly the Melaka Refinery Complex). Both SST Thermal Solutions and Sigmian are part of the same international group of companies — with operations spanning the UAE, India, China, Germany and Switzerland — that ranks among the world's top-three providers of industrial heat tracing and heating cable solutions, bringing together decades of engineering expertise, manufacturing excellence, and digital capabilities for clients globally.

Working in partnership with Thermseal Engineering, our group of companies’ team delivered an EHT system consisting of 10,000 meters of self-regulating heating cable, junction boxes, and accessories for critical black oil pipelines at the facility. The energy park is one of Malaysia's largest refining sites, processing crude oil into liquefied petroleum gas, gasoline, aviation fuel, diesel, and other petroleum products for domestic and international markets.

Melaka Energy Park plays a vital role in Malaysia's energy security, meeting 60 percent of Peninsular Malaysia's petroleum product demand with a daily production rate of 300,000 barrels. The facility is equipped with specialized processing units capable of handling various crude oil grades — from sweet crudes to heavier imported varieties — and includes the DELIMA plant, launched in 2021, which produces EURO-5 diesel with lower sulphur content and reduced emissions.

The selection of SST Thermal Solutions for this critical infrastructure project reflects our group’s standing as a trusted partner to the world's leading energy companies. With a track record of successful executions across complex industrial environments in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, our companies bring together deep engineering expertise, reliable supply chain capabilities, and cutting-edge digital innovation that major operators require.

Beyond industry-leading hardware, our offering includes revolutionary heat tracing software designed to transform project execution. These advanced digital engineering tools automate complex processes, deliver enhanced precision, and strengthen safety and efficiency throughout the project lifecycle.

The Melaka Energy Park project exemplifies how technical excellence and seamless execution come together to support the energy infrastructure needs of tomorrow.

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