MMEA Detains Two Oil Tankers Near Pulau Jarak for Suspected Illegal Oil Transfer

The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) detained two oil tankers near Pulau Jarak off Lumut on March 23-24 for suspected unauthorized ship-to-ship bunkering involving about 750 metric tonnes of marine fuel oil. This enforcement action underscores Malaysia's efforts to curb illegal maritime fuel transfers and uphold regulatory compliance in its waters. Authorities will continue investigating the case to determine the full extent of the violation and enforce appropriate penalties or corrective measures.