1. Spirit AeroSystems, Subang, Selangor
Discussions were held with Spirit AeroSystems to explore potential collaborations and expand existing partnerships between academia and the aerospace industry. The visit provided valuable insights into real-case scenarios in aircraft and panel assembly processes. Future initiatives were proposed to enhance opportunities for factory workers, undergraduate students, and participants in the industry-master programme.
Discussions were held with Spirit AeroSystems to explore potential collaborations and expand existing partnerships between academia and the aerospace industry. The visit provided valuable insights into real-case scenarios in aircraft and panel assembly processes. Future initiatives were proposed to enhance opportunities for factory workers, undergraduate students, and participants in the industry-master programme.
2. TWI Technology (S.E.Asia) Sdn Bhd
TWI, a provider of specialized training and services in areas such as Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), Welding Inspection, Plant Inspection, Welding Processes and Procedures, Plastic Welding, and Coating & Painting, hosted a fruitful discussion with the USM delegation. Both parties expressed strong interest in further collaboration, aiming to create impactful training and academic activities for mutual benefit.
TWI, a provider of specialized training and services in areas such as Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), Welding Inspection, Plant Inspection, Welding Processes and Procedures, Plastic Welding, and Coating & Painting, hosted a fruitful discussion with the USM delegation. Both parties expressed strong interest in further collaboration, aiming to create impactful training and academic activities for mutual benefit.
3. Alumni Engagement
A meaningful dialogue took place between the management and esteemed alumni Mr. Abdul Rashid Serakawi (Class of 2007) and Mr. How Yong Guan (Class of 2016). The discussion focused on strengthening alumni relations and developing more activities to support current aerospace students at USM.
A meaningful dialogue took place between the management and esteemed alumni Mr. Abdul Rashid Serakawi (Class of 2007) and Mr. How Yong Guan (Class of 2016). The discussion focused on strengthening alumni relations and developing more activities to support current aerospace students at USM.
4. Consortium of Malaysian Universities Meeting 2025
Participated in the Consortium of Malaysian Universities Meeting 2025 meeting in which gathered university and industry stakeholders to identify new opportunities and establish a framework for aerospace-related initiatives for the year. USM contributed valuable input and shared updates on ongoing and future collaborative efforts.
Participated in the Consortium of Malaysian Universities Meeting 2025 meeting in which gathered university and industry stakeholders to identify new opportunities and establish a framework for aerospace-related initiatives for the year. USM contributed valuable input and shared updates on ongoing and future collaborative efforts.
These visits and engagements reinforce USM's commitment to bridging academia and industry, enhancing educational experiences, and driving innovation in the aerospace sector.
Text and Photos: Mr. Mohamad Zihad Mahmud
Text and Photos: Mr. Mohamad Zihad Mahmud