Sibungor Island

Sibungor Island is an islet on the Brunei River in Brunei-Muara District, Brunei. A proposal for an protection status to be implemented on the island. The island is home to proboscis monkeys and forest swamps.

Geography

The islet sits at the confluence of the Brunei River and Butir River, with two navigational beacons located westwards. Moreover, an anchorage is also used west of Sibungor.

History

On 8 April 1958, M.S.T. M.L. Eager and the Sarawak government launch Apoh collided in the entrance to Brunei Town, close to Sibungor Island. The Apoh was hit amidships on the port side and suffered serious damage above the waterline. Neither passengers nor crew suffered any injuries or lost their lives.