Piasau Boat Club's 50 Years: Witnessing Miri's History and Culture

(Miri, 28th) Sarawak Minister of Transport and Senadin Assemblyman Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin pointed out that the Piasau Boat Club (PBC) is not only a recreational club, but also an important witness to the history and culture of the city of Miri.
He said that the Piasau Boat Club was founded in 1975, initially as a small sailing outpost within the Piasau Camp, mainly serving expatriates in the oil and gas industry. After half a century of development, it has now become a community hub for sports, recreation, and social activities, with about 350 members from different backgrounds and generations.
Lee made these remarks when speaking at the Piasau Boat Club’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Dinner last night.

Guests at the dinner included Sarawak Deputy Minister of Tourism Dato Sebastian Ting, Sarawak Tourism Board Chairman Dato Dennis Ngau, Shell Malaysia Chairman Siti Sulaiman, Club Council Chairman Jonathan Jolly, and Club Commodore Noor Azree.
“PBC reflects the spirit of Miri—seaside, open, diverse, and vibrant. It not only promotes sports and leisure, but also connects community relationships and friendships. It is also closely linked to the Piasau Nature Reserve, allowing people to enjoy ecological scenery and magnificent sunsets in the heart of the city.”
He recalled that he once suggested to the then Chief Minister of Sarawak to transform Piasau Camp into a city nature park instead of commercial development, and ultimately the proposal was unanimously approved by the Cabinet, leading to the birth of the Piasau Nature Reserve, which has become Miri's unique green asset.

Lee also emphasized that the club must keep pace with the times, continuously innovate and transform to meet the needs of both the younger generation and seniors. He mentioned that PBC has added pickleball courts and manages "Piasau 100" as a premium dining and clubhouse venue, demonstrating a proactive direction of transformation.
“In the future, I hope PBC can develop into a unique community recreation club in the country, not only serving sailing enthusiasts and families, but also caring for the elderly and becoming a friendly and healthy gathering space.”
He called on Shell and Petronas to continue supporting PBC’s development, extending corporate social responsibility to the community, so that in the next 50 years the club can continue to bring joy, friendship and cohesion to Miri.
Finally, on behalf of the government and the people of Miri, he congratulated all PBC council members and members, and wished the club continued success and a glorious future.