Mavcom in a statement says BCS Aviation was charged with committing 30 offences under Section 37(1) of the Mavcom Act 2015, while Song was charged for the same 30 offences under Section 37(1) read together with Section 92(2)(b) of the same Act. – Stock photo
KUCHING (Dec 5): BCS Aviation (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd and its director Dato Sri Robert Song Tung Wei have been charged in the Sessions Court with a total of 60 counts relating to refuelling operations conducted without a valid Ground Handling Licence (GHL).
The Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom) in a statement today said BCS Aviation was charged with committing 30 offences under Section 37(1) of the Mavcom Act 2015, while Song was charged for the same 30 offences under Section 37(1) read together with Section 92(2)(b) of the same Act.
The offences were allegedly committed at the North Pan Hangar of Kuching International Airport between July 29 and Aug 18, 2019.
Conviction carries a fine not exceeding RM1 million or imprisonment for up to three years, or both.
A GHL issued by Mavcom is required by any person who wishes to carry out ground-handling services in Malaysia, which encompasses activities such as aircraft refuelling.
Both BCS Aviation and Song claimed trial to all charges before Sessions Court judges Iris Awen Jon, Afidah Abdul Rahman, Musli Ab Hamid and Saiful Bahari Adzmi.
Song was granted undeposited bail of RM30,000 with two local sureties, while BCS Aviation’s lawyer Datuk Akim Matrang was required to execute an undeposited bond of attendance of RM5,000 for each case.
Pre-trial case management was fixed for Jan 16, 2025.
Prosecuting is Deputy Public Prosecutor Nor Azhari Yusof. Also appearing for BCS Aviation and Song were counsels Datuk Azrin Ahmat and Samuel Bong.
Meanwhile, Mavcom chairman Datuk Seri Saripuddin Kasim in the statement emphasised the importance of complying with industry laws and regulations, which are essential for operating in the aviation sector.
“All aviation players must secure all necessary regulatory approvals before commencing operations, as mandated by both Malaysian law and international standards.
“Mavcom remains committed to safeguarding the industry and will take firm action against any violations,” he said.
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