The initial phase of a major offshore wind project along the ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Nations) wind power corridor, linking Vietnam, Malaysia and Singapore and with a capacity of 2,000MW, is set for completion by 2034, according to a statement from Malaysia's Energy Minister.
During a parliamentary session, Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof revealed that of the project’s total capacity, 700MW will be allocated to serve Malaysia's domestic needs, while the remaining 1,300MW will be exported to Singapore.
The minister emphasised the project's alignment with the ASEAN Plan of Action for Energy Cooperation (APAEC), underscoring its significance for regional energy collaboration.
The project, which received Cabinet approval in principle on 21 May 2025, will be implemented in two phases.
The initial stage comprises the construction of a subsea power cable from Vietnam to Kelantan in Malaysia and the development of the offshore wind capacity.
Fadillah provided these details in response to Datuk Mumtaz Md Nawi's (PN–Tumpat) query during the Dewan Rakyat session.
The second phase, contingent upon additional energy requirement and economic assessments post the first phase, suggests a northward extension of transmission lines from Vietnam to Peninsular Malaysia via land routes through Cambodia, Laos and Thailand.
The extension will be assessed based on the success and requirements following the completion of the first phase.
To support the new influx of energy, Malaysia intends to upgrade its national grid, with reinforcements along a corridor from Kelantan through Terengganu, Pahang, Negeri Sembilan and Johor.
These infrastructure enhancements are expected to be completed by 2030.
