MIRI, Malaysia, Dec 18, 2015 – AVEVA announced today that it has collaborated with The Institute of Engineers Malaysia (IEM), Miri Branch. The IEM is a premier professional organisation in Malaysia. AVEVA, in conjunction with the IEM, will present a Technical Talk Series focusing on the marine and fabrication industries. The first session took place in late November to discuss how Lean methodologies applied in integrated engineering and design processes help businesses and engineering professionals to collaborate more effectively on design changes in order to reduce project risk, cost and timescales. Those engineers that attended the Technical Talk Series were given credits toward their continuing professional development (CPD) certification.
“The IEM’s technical programs are designed to raise awareness among its members of the latest developments in technology, issues and legislation related to engineering including marine engineering and naval architecture, both on a national and international level,” said Ir. Dr. Lau Heing Ho, vice chairman, IEM Miri Branch. “Our aim is to create synergies between industry, academics and end users. AVEVA’s approach that enabling Lean methodologies in the capital engineering industries makes it the perfect partner to help us raise the capabilities of industry professionals and academics.”
“We are proud to be part of IEM’s mission to advance the engineering profession in Southeast Asia and to meet the demand for a skilled workforce in the marine and fabrication business in Malaysia,” said Suresh Nadasan, regional sales manager, South East Asia, AVEVA. “AVEVA has a long history of sharing our industry leading software and experience with universities, training institutes and professional organisations. This first event with IEM, Miri Branch was great success and we look forward to working with the IEM on future sessions all over Malaysia.”
The AVEVA Academic Initiative benefits educational institutions, their students, employers, and the global engineering community. AVEVA’s educational partners range from local vocational training centers to the world’s most prestigious postgraduate universities. Common to all is a dedication to developing engineering skills that can be applied directly in the process plant, power and marine industries.
To learn more visit www.aveva.com/academic.
About AVEVA
For almost 50 years, AVEVA software has enabled the creation of some of the world’s most complex power and process plants, vessels and offshore facilities. AVEVA’s Digital Asset approach ensures there is always an accurate digital representation of each physical asset. This allows engineering contractors, owner operators and ship builders to work more safely, more efficiently and with less risk throughout the life cycle of their projects and operations. AVEVA is the proud winner of the Frost and Sullivan 2015 Global Engineering Information Management Solutions Competitive Strategy Innovation and Leadership Award.
For further information please visit www.aveva.com.
About The Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM)
The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM) was established in 1959 and its primary function is to promote and advance the science and profession of engineering in any or all of its disciplines and to facilitate the exchange of information and ideas related to engineering.
The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia aims to be the premier professional organisation pivotal achieving Vision 2020. Amongst its missions, IEM shall:
- Promote sound professional engineering practice in support of the socio-economic development objectives of the nation.
- Service the needs and interests of its members and the public and uphold the social standing image of the engineering profession.
- Contribute towards nation building and shall strive to enhance society’s consciousness of science and technology.
For more information about IEM, please visit www.myiem.org.my.