BINTULU (Feb 25): Offshore contractor Allseas Marine Contractors Sdn Bhd on Sunday stepped forward to assist SK Kampung Jepak students affected by the recent devastating floods with a contribution of school supplies.

Allseas general manager Allard Heerema said many of the company’s employees were similarly affected by the Jan 29 disaster, which had also flooded neighbourhoods so close to the company’s onshore gas plant construction site.

“We can only imagine the impact on your homes and possessions, and we were relieved to hear that several groups within the community here had contributed immediate support in rebuilding the areas,” he said.

He added that Allseas felt it was necessary to make a modest contribution to support the students.

“It is very important that life can get back to normal again, that the people can look forward again especially for the school-going children.”

Meanwhile, Allseas Malaysia senior project manager Ragesh Kumar Lingam said the company hoped the assistance would alleviate the burden experienced by parents in preparing basic school supplies for their children.

He also thanked the Bintulu district office for its cooperation in ensuring the success of the programme.

Bintulu district education officer Awangku Ali Udin Awang Adenani in his speech at the handover ceremony expressed gratitude to Allseas for the contribution.

“This effort plays a crucial role in strengthening relationships between agencies, schools, local residents, and the involved companies, while fostering a culture of volunteerism and social responsibility among the community and students,” he said.