KOTA KINABALU, Feb. 14 -- A RM2 billion integrated clinker and cement plant in the interior district of Nabawan, the largest in the state, is expected to begin operations by the end of the year.

Borneo Cement Sabah Sdn Bhd general manager Michael Kinsuan said construction will begin after the Environmental Impact Study (EIA) report is approved by the Environment Department (DoE).

"We will start the first phase of work as soon as we get the green light from the DoE.

"Currently, we are preparing the cooperation of all departments involved as a final procedure before obtaining certification from DoE," he said.

The project is under local company Setia Alam Sdn Bhd in collaboration with state-owned Sabah Economic Development Corporation (S...