AGP Executive Report

Industrial Technology: Hengyi Industries has awarded Honeywell a contract to supply process technologies and engineering for Phase II of its Pulau Muara Besar expansion. The project aims to raise crude-processing capacity to about 20 million tonnes a year, supporting Brunei’s downstream industry. AI and Cybersecurity: Brunei joined a regional roundtable at Singapore International Cyber Week, where governments called for greater transparency from AI companies following a breach of an Australian health database. Research Partnerships: Universiti Brunei Darussalam and AmiproSimpor signed an MoU to pursue joint research, innovation and industry-focused training. STEM Talent: Brunei ranked fourth in a comparison of science and engineering graduates, with these fields making up 35.86% of its higher-education graduates. Energy Transition: An ASEAN report classifies Brunei as being at an early stage of renewable-energy integration, while identifying regulatory hurdles—not technical limits—as the main barrier to wider battery storage adoption.

Industrial Technology: Hengyi Industries has tapped Honeywell to supply process technologies, equipment and technical support for Phase II of its Pulau Muara Besar complex. The expansion aims to lift crude-processing capacity to about 20 million tonnes a year and increase higher-value petrochemical output. Research & Innovation: Universiti Brunei Darussalam and pharmaceutical developer AmiproSimpor will explore joint research, industry placements and ways to commercialise research, building links between academia and local industry. Energy Transition: Southeast Asian support for climate measures remains strong, while a regional energy report classifies Brunei as being at an early stage of battery-storage integration, with regulatory and market frameworks key to wider adoption. STEM Talent: Brunei ranks fourth in a reported comparison of science and engineering graduates, at 35.86% of higher-education graduates; the figures’ reference year was not specified. Technology Trade: The UK has added Brunei to a general export licence covering certain dual-use technologies, including specified semiconductor and quantum-related goods; individual items still require classification to determine eligibility.

Industrial Technology: Honeywell will supply process technologies and engineering support for Hengyi Industries’ Phase II expansion at Pulau Muara Besar, which is expected to lift crude-processing capacity to about 20 million tonnes a year. Research Partnerships: Universiti Brunei Darussalam and AmiproSimpor have agreed to explore joint research, innovation and industry placements, linking university work with local pharmaceutical manufacturing. AI Security: Brunei joined a regional roundtable where governments urged major technology firms to disclose AI incidents promptly and fully. Clean Energy: An ASEAN energy report places Brunei among the bloc’s foundational markets for battery storage, where regulatory and market rules remain key hurdles to wider adoption. Science Talent: Brunei ranked fourth in a reported comparison of science and engineering graduates, at 35.86 per cent.

AI Safety: Brunei joined Singapore and other governments at a regional cybersecurity meeting calling for technology companies to disclose AI incidents promptly, after an AI agent breached an Australian health database. Research & Innovation: Universiti Brunei Darussalam and local pharmaceutical developer AmiproSimpor signed an MoU to pursue joint research, innovation and commercialisation, with internships and staff exchanges also planned. STEM: Brunei ranked fourth in a comparison of science and engineering graduates, with these fields accounting for 35.86% of graduates. Clean Energy: An ASEAN energy report places Brunei among countries at an early stage of battery-storage readiness, with regulatory and market rules—not technology alone—identified as key hurdles to wider adoption. Engineering: During Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s visit, Brunei received four locally customised Red Rhino fire vehicles developed by Singapore engineering firm Hope Technik.

Brunei’s Global Standing: Brunei ranked second in an OPEC+ passport comparison, behind Malaysia, and fourth worldwide for its share of science and engineering graduates, at 35.86%. Research & Industry: Universiti Brunei Darussalam and AmiproSimpor signed an MoU to pursue joint research, innovation and technology development, with plans for internships and staff exchanges. AI & Cybersecurity: Brunei joined regional and international officials urging major AI firms to disclose incidents promptly, following an AI-linked breach of an Australian health database. Clean-Energy Readiness: An ASEAN energy report classifies Brunei as “foundational” in battery storage adoption, noting that regional barriers are largely regulatory rather than technical.

AI & Cybersecurity: Brunei joined regional discussions where Singapore and other governments pressed major AI firms for prompt, full disclosure of incidents following an AI-linked breach of an Australian health database. Research & Innovation: Universiti Brunei Darussalam and local pharmaceutical firm AmiproSimpor signed an MoU to pursue joint research, innovation and commercialisation, alongside internships and staff exchanges. STEM: Brunei ranked fourth in a reported global comparison of science and engineering graduates, at 35.86% of higher-education graduates. Clean Energy: An IEA review says Southeast Asia’s battery-storage hurdles are mainly regulatory; Brunei is among four ASEAN countries classed as being at a foundational stage of renewable-energy integration.

AI Security: Brunei joined regional officials at Singapore International Cyber Week, where governments urged AI companies to disclose security incidents quickly and fully after an AI agent breached an Australian health database. STEM Talent: Brunei ranked fourth globally, with 35.86% of higher-education graduates in science and engineering, in figures attributed to WIPO; the reference year was not specified. Research Partnerships: Universiti Brunei Darussalam and local pharmaceutical firm AmiproSimpor signed an MoU to pursue joint research, innovation and industry placements, aiming to turn research into practical technologies. Clean Energy: An ASEAN Centre for Energy and IEA report says battery-storage adoption barriers across Southeast Asia are mostly regulatory, not technical, and places Brunei in the region’s “foundational” stage of renewable-energy integration.

STEM Talent: Brunei ranks fourth globally, with science and engineering fields accounting for 35.86% of higher-education graduates, according to figures attributed to WIPO. The ranking measures graduate share, not overall innovation. Research Partnerships: Universiti Brunei Darussalam and AmiproSimpor have signed an MoU to explore joint research, consultancy and industry-focused innovation, alongside internships and staff exchanges. Clean Energy: An ASEAN-IEA report says battery-storage adoption faces mainly regulatory, not technical, barriers. It places Brunei among the region’s “foundational” countries for integrating variable renewable energy, highlighting the work needed to prepare its power system.

Regional Energy: ASEAN energy agencies say battery-storage adoption is held back mainly by regulation, not technology. Brunei is among four member states still in the “foundational” stage of variable-renewable-energy integration, as the region looks to expand storage and connect power grids. STEM Talent: Brunei ranks fourth globally for the share of higher-education graduates in science and engineering, at 35.86%, according to figures attributed to WIPO; the statistical reference year was not specified. Research Partnerships: Universiti Brunei Darussalam and AmiproSimpor have signed an MoU to pursue joint research, innovation and commercialisation, with plans for internships, training and staff exchanges.

Regional Energy Technology: ASEAN’s proposed power grid is gaining urgency as demand rises and countries seek cleaner, more secure electricity. Clear rules and shared technical standards are still needed to turn cross-border power links into viable projects. Research Partnerships: Universiti Brunei Darussalam and AmiproSimpor have signed an MoU to pursue joint research, innovation and commercialisation, with training and placements aimed at connecting university work to industry needs. Emergency Response Engineering: During Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s visit, Brunei received four Light Fire Attack Vehicles, designed by Singapore firm Hope Technik and customised for local operations.

Research & Industry: Universiti Brunei Darussalam and AmiproSimpor have signed an MoU to pursue joint research, consultancy and innovation projects, with a focus on turning research into technologies that meet industry needs. The partnership also opens opportunities for internships, placements and staff exchanges, supporting local skills and Brunei’s economic diversification. Engineering: Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s visit to Brunei included the handover of four locally customised Red Rhino fire vehicles to the Fire and Rescue Department. Singapore engineering firm Hope Technik developed the vehicles for Brunei’s operational needs.

Emergency Response Technology: Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s Brunei visit included the handover of four Light Fire Attack Vehicles to the Fire and Rescue Department. Built by Singapore engineering firm Hope Technik, the vehicles were customised for Brunei’s needs. Borneo’s Clean-Tech Plans: At a regional forum in Kuching, Indonesia outlined plans for Kalimantan to develop clean technology and low-carbon energy, backed by stronger digital infrastructure and cross-border connections.

Brunei-Singapore Engineering: Singapore PM Lawrence Wong’s Oct 9–10 visit included the delivery of four customised Light Fire Attack Vehicles to Brunei’s Fire and Rescue Department. Developed by Singapore firm Hope Technik, the vehicles were designed for Brunei’s operational needs. Regional Energy Security: Brunei is among the ASEAN countries working with Japan on stronger oil-stockpiling systems to prepare for supply disruptions. Separately, regional analysis warns that extreme weather could threaten many planned clean-energy sites, making resilience vital to energy security. New Vehicles in Brunei: Mazda’s all-new CX-5 has launched locally with expanded cabin space and updated displays, phone connectivity and audio features. Subaru has also returned to Brunei with a new showroom and authorised sales and servicing for four models.

Brunei–Singapore Technology Ties: Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s visit to Brunei includes the planned handover of four Red Rhino fire vehicles, developed by Singapore engineering firm Hope Technik and tailored to Brunei’s needs. Clean Energy: ASEAN is pushing for stronger regional power-grid links and more resilient renewable infrastructure as climate risks threaten energy supplies. Borneo Development: Indonesia is promoting Kalimantan as a growth hub, with clean technology and low-carbon energy among six planned industry clusters, backed by investment in digital infrastructure. Brunei Data: The Asian Productivity Organization’s 2026 databook includes Brunei in its detailed productivity accounts, providing comparisons of economic and labour productivity across Asia.

Energy Security: ASEAN officials are advancing plans for regional fuel stockpiles as the Philippines studies a possible hub with Japanese support. Brunei is among the countries involved in the wider energy cooperation. Borneo Innovation: At a regional forum, Indonesia pitched Kalimantan and Nusantara as growth hubs, with plans for clean-tech clusters and stronger digital infrastructure. Brunei Engineering: Singapore PM Lawrence Wong’s Oct 9–10 visit includes the handover of four fire vehicles developed by Singapore firm Hope Technik and customised for Brunei. In-Flight Connectivity: Royal Brunei Airlines has completed satellite Wi-Fi installation across its A320 fleet, combining low- and geostationary-orbit networks to provide onboard internet across its routes.

Brunei-Singapore Cooperation: Prime Minister Lawrence Wong visits Brunei on Oct 9–10 as the countries mark 50 years of defence ties. He will witness the handover of four fire trucks developed by Singapore engineering firm Hope Technik and customised for Brunei. Inflight Connectivity: Royal Brunei Airlines and SES have completed satellite Wi-Fi installations across the airline’s A320 fleet, using a network that combines geostationary and low-Earth-orbit satellites. Regional Energy: Brunei is among 11 countries in a Japan-led initiative to strengthen Asia’s oil-stockpiling capacity and coordinate responses to supply shocks. Environmental Research: A new study finds invasive species cause more severe impacts in the Global South, pointing to limited management capacity and weak governance as key challenges.