Institution news
On the 4 October Stephen Tetlow CEng FIMechE, CEO of the Institution commenced his visit to Malaysia and Singapore. The purpose of the visit was to explore opportunities to develop new business and support the existing work of the Institution. The Institution is sustained by Branches locally in both countries, led by Branch Chairs Mathew Thomas and John Heng respectively.
Based in Kuala Lumpur Stephen had the opportunity to meet representatives of the Branch Committee and the Regional Chair, PE Chong over dinner. The Malaysian Branch committee delivers a programme of events including support for students and engineers seeking membership.
With support of Mathew Thomas, 13 student chapters have been inaugurated leading to the growth of student affiliate members across Malaysia and raising the profile of the Institution.
SEAR Chair, CEO Stephen Tetlow, MB Chair, MB Committee Members and SEAR YM Rep in Kuala Lumpur after Dinner with Tom Owen on 4 October 2015
Stephen, accompanied by Tom Owen – International Business Development Manager, had the opportunity to meet with a significant number of major companies including Shell, Petrofac, Aker Solutions, DNV GL, SBM Offshore and AECOM, discussions centred on promoting Engineering Excellence and how the Institution can support organisations to develop their staff as professional engineers and the opportunities available through membership and registration.
A well-attended networking session for members held at the Royal Lake Club provided an opportunity for members to discuss topical issues with Stephen and to gain an understanding of the Institution’s future strategy.
Mathew Thomas MB Chair with Tom Owen & Stephen Tetlow at the Lake Gardens in Kuala Lumpur (KL) on 5th October 2015 before the meet the member’s session at the Royal Lake Club (RLC), KL
CEO with some of the Young Members at the meet the member’s session from 6.00pm to 9pm on 5 October 2015 at the RLC, KL
Stephen had the opportunity to tour the facilities at Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS and to meet with the university staff to explore their research and the student experience they offer.
Stephen accompanied by Members of the Malaysian Branch Committee met with the Institution of Engineers Malaysia to discuss how the two institutions could work together, sharing ideas and promoting events.
The next stop on Stephen’s visit was Singapore, on the 8th October meetings were held with Lloyd’s Register and Rolls Royce. These visits also afforded the opportunity for him to discuss support for local engineers and how this benefits the company. The discussions were indicative of the level of interest in professional registration from individuals and companies globally.
The Singapore Branch Committee provided food for thought in the final meeting of the visit on how the institution might increase its presence and impact locally in the region.
If you’d like to find out more about the Institution in Malaysia or Singapore, please visit the Malaysia Branch or Singapore Branch on the Near You site.
For more information on developing your membership or professional registration please contact Tom Owen, International Business Development Manager.