Wasan Milling Company Sendirian Berhad, a new commercial entity wholly owned by Darussalam Assets Sendirian Berhad has taken over the operations of the Government rice milling facility located in Wasan Agricultural Development Area, starting yesterday. The rice milling services were previously under the purview of the Department of Agriculture and AgriFood, Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism.
The corporatisation initiative driven by the Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism and facilitated by Darussalam Assets will be implemented in phases and aimed to elevate the capabilities of Brunei Darussalam’s rice production to complement the nation’s growing needs. With the corporatisation of rice mill services, Wasan Milling Company will be able to create employment opportunities for locals in the agribusiness industry and provide specialisation in operating rice milling machinery and equipment that are in line with international best practices.
Source: Radio Television Brunei