Court orders TNB to pay Plus RM10.5m over Penang Bridge fire

A court has ruled that TNB must pay RM10.5 million to Plus Malaysia following a fire incident on the Penang Bridge. The judge determined that TNB was negligent and had breached its statutory obligations under the Electricity Supply Act 1990.

The judgment centres on TNB's failure to meet its legal responsibilities as the nation's primary electricity provider. The breach of statutory duty finding carries significant implications for the utility company's operational and maintenance standards.

The Penang Bridge, one of Malaysia's critical transport infrastructure assets, experienced disruption as a result of the incident. The compensation order underscores the financial liability TNB faces for breaches of electrical safety and maintenance protocols.

This ruling reinforces expectations that utility companies must adhere strictly to safety and regulatory frameworks governing electricity supply and infrastructure protection. The case highlights the potential consequences for service providers when negligence leads to damage affecting public infrastructure and private operators.