PUTRAJAYA, Oct 2 — A total of 155 officers and members, along with 12 assets from the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM), have been deployed to ensure that the levels of safety, emergency preparedness, and rescue operations are at an optimum level throughout the hosting of the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2026, scheduled to take place at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC).
JBPM director-general Datuk Seri Nor Hisham Mohammad said the assignment is part of the department’s commitment to supporting the organisation of international-level sports events in Malaysia, and this is in addition to ensuring safety and operational readiness aspects are always at the best level.
The department is always ready to provide support in organising large-scale events, especially those involving the public as well as participants and delegates from both within and outside the country.
