01-08-2025
Sabah young engineers take part in NATSUM in Kuching
IEM YES Sabah chairman Lee TY (fourth left) and engineers attending NATSUM in Kuching.
KUCHING (Aug 1): A delegation of 17 members from the Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM) Young Engineers Section (YES) Sabah and four student representatives from the IEM UMS Student Section are representing Sabah at the National Summit for Young Engineers Malaysia (NATSUM) 2025, currently being held in Kuching, Sarawak.
Led by IEM YES Sabah chairman Lee TY, the team started their participation with a full day of technical and team-building activities aimed at strengthening engineering knowledge, leadership and collaboration among Malaysia's future engineers.
Day one of NATSUM 2025 began with two highly engaging technical visits. The first was to the Sejingkat Bridge, an essential infrastructure project that showcases modern bridge design and construction techniques. Participants received an in-depth briefing on the bridge's structural systems and its significance to regional connectivity.
The second visit was to the Sejingkat Power Plant, one of Sarawak's major electricity generation facilities. The young engineers were exposed to the inner workings of power generation, plant operations, and environmental compliance, offering them valuable real-world insights into the energy sector.
'These visits are crucial in bridging the gap between academic knowledge and field application,' said Lee. 'It's an eye-opening experience for many of our members.'
The day concluded with a team-building session held at the Theatre Hotel, where all participants are staying. Designed to promote leadership, trust and collaboration, the session encouraged interaction among delegates from various states and backgrounds.
Participants engaged in a series of challenges and activities aimed at sharpening soft skills such as communication, critical thinking and teamwork — all essential traits for future engineering leaders.
The active involvement of IEM YES Sabah and IEM UMS Student Section in this national-level summit highlights the rising engagement of young engineers from Sabah in Malaysia's engineering development agenda.
'We are proud to represent Sabah and to contribute to the growth of engineering talent in the country,' Lee added. 'Our presence here shows that Sabah's young engineers are ready to step up, learn and lead.'
NATSUM 2025 will continue over the coming days with more technical workshops, networking events, and leadership development sessions, providing a valuable platform for young engineers to connect, learn, and innovate together.
