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19 August 2026

Alam Maritim head resumes duties after release from custody

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Alam Maritim head resumes duties after release from custody

Alam Maritim Resources chief executive Azmi Ahmad has been released from custody and returned to work after being remanded in connection with an investigation by Malaysia’s anti-corruption authorities. The offshore marine services company confirmed on Wednesday that Azmi, its group managing director and chief executive, had been released by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) and …

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