SARAWAK will start producing methanol by January next year with the commissioning of its first plant located in the Bintulu Petrochemical (Petchem) Hub in Kidurong, Bintulu.
Sarawak Premier Abang Johari Tun Openg said the development of the plant, estimated to cost RM8 billion, is reaching the final stage, with the operation trial set for April this year.