Kota Kinabalu: Deputy Chief Minister II, Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam, hopes the newly-formed Sabah Plumber Association can play an important part in the Government’s effort to resolve non-revenue water (NRW) issue in Sabah.
“Plumbers are very important. Since we have this plumber association we can even call them to help to the Government so that the State NRW will be lesser and lesser,” he said at the Sabah Plumber Association inauguration ceremony at the Hakka Hall here, last Sunday.
Earlier, in his speech, Dr Joachim who is also Local Government and Housing Minister, said the plumbing industry plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth functioning of the communities.
“Your commitment to excellence is commendable. I have no doubt that the Sabah Plumbers Association will serve as a pillar of support and unity for all plumbers across Sabah.
“Your collective expertise, experience and passion will undoubtedly contribute to the growth and prosperity of the industry,” he said.
Hoping the inauguration will be the beginning of a journey filled with success, camaraderie and achievement, he wished the association every success in its endeavours and look forward to witnessing the positive impact it will have on the plumbing profession.
“Today marks a significant milestone as we witness the birth of an organisation dedicated to the advancement of the plumbing profession and the wellbeing of its members,” he said.
Also present were the Assistant Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry Minister, Peto Galim; Political Secretary for the Chief Minister, Datuk Dr Roland Chia; Sabah Plumbers Association President, Carmen Wong; Kadazandusun Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI), President Datuk Ladislaus Maluda; Sabah Water Department Director, Suhaimi Asbullah; Sabah Sewerage Service Department Director, Jennieve Peter; Sabah Plumbers Association advisors; WSG Group CEO Datuk Susan Wong; G&A Group CEO Dato’ George Lim; Kota Kinabalu Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KKCCCI) President, Datuk Michael Lui Yen Sang; Malaysia-China Chamber of Commerce (MCCC) President, Datuk Frankie Liew Chun Tai; Smart Abie Aution Sdn Bhd, CEO Datuk Dr Tan Kai Teck; United Intra Resources Sdn Bhd CEO, Jessy Jong Chung Jin; and APC President, YC Chong.
