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Daily Express
4 days ago
- General
- Daily Express
Clean water for over 200 Kota Belud villagers
Published on: Friday, June 06, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jun 06, 2025 Text Size: Shariah Nelly (ninth from left) with invited guests as well as representatives from Taylor's University and Hopes Malaysia during the project's handing-over recently. Kota Kinabalu: More than 200 residents of Kampung Tinata Ulu in Kota Belud can now enjoy access to clean water following the completion of a gravity-fed water supply and rainwater harvesting system supported by Yayasan Petronas and implemented by Taylor's University. The village, located about 80km from here, had been dependent on an outdated water system since 2010, which struggled to meet both domestic and agricultural needs. Advertisement The new system, featuring a 4km pipeline and central storage tanks with a 3,600 gallon capacity, is expected to significantly improve the villager's quality of life. Yayasan Petronas Chief Executive Officer Shariah Nelly Francis said the access to clean water has long been a critical need for the community and hopes the project will makes a lasting impact. Kampung Tinata's Village Development and Security Committee (JKKK) Chairperson Hadlee Panchai said the improved system has eased their burden. 'We used to do gotong-royong every week just to repair the old pipes. Now we can focus on our livelihoods,' he said. The 18-month initiative also introduced sustainable farming and maintenance skills through a partnership with local NGO Hopes Malaysia, enabling residents to independently manage the system. The project falls under Yayasan Petronas' 'Memampankan Ekonomi Asas Rakyat' (Mekar) programme, which focuses on empowering rural communities by meeting basic needs and promoting self-reliance. This marks the second clean water initiative in the State under Mekar, following a similar effort in Pitas in 2022. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Borneo Post
6 days ago
- General
- Borneo Post
Yayasan Petronas, Taylor's University deliver clean water to Kota Belud villagers
Shariah Nelly (ninth from left) with invited guests as well as representatives from Taylor's University and Hopes Malaysia during the project's handing over on May 22. KOTA KINABALU (June 4): Access to clean water has become a reality for the villagers of Kampung Tinata Ulu in Kota Belud, after the successful completion of a gravity-fed water supply and rainwater harvesting system supported by Yayasan Petronas and implemented by Taylor's University. Located about 80 km from here, the village had relied since 2010 on an outdated gravity water supply system that could not support both household and farming needs. However, this is now a thing of the past for the community of over 200 villagers, who are looking forward to a better life ahead. Chief Executive Officer of Yayasan Petronas, Shariah Nelly Francis, said, 'Access to clean water has long been a critical need for this community. It is our hope that the completion of this project will make a meaningful difference in the lives of the community here.' Village Development and Security Committee chairman for Kampung Tinata, Hadlee Panchai, said 'The new water supply system has changed our lives for the better. We used to hold gotong-royong every week just to repair the pipes, which disrupted the villagers' daily efforts to earn a living. We are grateful for this contribution.' The newly installed system includes a four-kilometre gravity-fed water pipeline and central storage tanks, with a total capacity of 3,600 gallons (13,630 litres). In addition to providing a reliable water supply, the 18-month project, which saw Taylor's University collaborate with Sabah-based non-governmental organisation Hopes Malaysia, introduced sustainable farming practices and shared relevant skills to the residents, to enable them to manage the system independently over the long term. The villagers adopted a hands-on approach in assembling the gravity-fed water system at the main water source and installing rainwater harvesting in their homes upon receiving training from Hopes Malaysia. The initiative is part of Yayasan Petronas' Memampankan Ekonomi Asas Rakyat (MEKAR) programme, which aims to empower communities by addressing basic needs and offering skills and entrepreneurship development training to villagers. This marks Yayasan Petronas' second clean water supply project in Sabah under the MEKAR programme following a 2022 initiative in Pitas that benefited 200 families across five villages. In 2017, Petronas also provided gravity-fed water supply solutions to Kampung Patiu, Kampung Katud and Kampung Pulutan in Kota Marudu.
The Star
25-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
PIONEERING MECHATRONICS DEGREE WITH SPECIALISED TRACKS
Robotics Club members (from left) Xu Weiting, Ng Ee Zhen, Kendrew Kyne and Law Shing Yi showcase hands-on Mechatronics application during the media experiential session. AS automation reshapes factories, hospitals and homes, Taylor's University has launched Malaysia's first Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering with Honours to offer specialised tracks in Robotics Systems and Artificial Intelligence (AI). The four-year programme blends mechanical engineering, electronics, robotics and AI to equip students with skills to design, build and control intelligent systems—preparing them to lead in the fast-growing Industry 4.0 sector. It also supports the goals of Malaysia's National Policy on Industry 4.0, which targets technological advances in twelve key industries. 'With the global Mechatronics market projected to reach US$2.25bil by 2031, this programme equips our students to meet the demand for job-ready engineers and strategically positions them to shape the future of technological innovations driving Industry 4.0 globally,' said Taylor's University Faculty of Innovation and Technology acting executive dean Prof Dr Sim Yee Wai. 'The programme places Taylor's students in the heart of innovation.' Engineering a new era Accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Council, the comprehensive curriculum meets international standards. Graduates may register with the Board of Engineers Malaysia under the Washington Accord and pursue careers as professional engineers. Dr Phang Swee King, programme director of the Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering with Honours at Taylor's University's School of Engineering, described mechatronics as a 'body' where different components like gears, motors and sensors work with microcontrollers and algorithms to create intelligent machines. 'By blending critical thinking, innovation and hands-on experience, we are empowering students to lead advances in robotics, automation and Al. 'Our graduates would not just adapt to change, they will drive it, accelerating Malaysia's transformation into a digital-first nation,' he added. Plugging into the industry From Year 2, students participate in the Engineering Undergraduates for Industrial Adoption (EUFORIA) and EUFORIA Type-Research (R) programmes, unique to the institution. In collaboration with industry partners like DJI Academy Malaysia and Unitree Robotics, students tackle real-world challenges, acquiring practical skills and research experience to excel in today's competitive job market. 'At DJI Academy Malaysia, we recognise the importance of real-world collaboration with academia in fostering the next generation of engineers. 'We are proud to play a pivotal role in developing engineers who will push the boundaries of robotics and automation technologies, creating global solutions that will transform industries,' noted DJI Academy Malaysia general manager Darren Teh. School of Engineering senior lecturer Dr Ng Oon-Ee led a live demo of a smart flexible manufacturing system to show how students master factory-scale workflows. Later, Robotics Club members demonstrated LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging)-guided humanoid navigation and AI-driven drone inspections of rooftop solar panels, highlighting the hands-on projects students can expect. Students will also participate in multidisciplinary projects and the Robotics Club to apply their skills to real-world challenges. Pathways to global careers A fast-track 2+2 pathway with the University of Birmingham, United Kingdom, allows completion of a Master's in Mechatronics and Robotic Engineering, broadening global educational experience. Taylor's University is ranked among the world's top 450 for Engineering and Technology in the QS World University Rankings 2025, reflecting its commitment to relevant, practice-driven education. Backed by its Premier Digital Tech IHL status from MDEC and accreditations from the CDIO Initiative (Conceiving, Designing, Implementing, Operating), National Academy of Engineering in the USA and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), this standing reflects the Faculty of Innovation and Technology's emphasis on industry-aligned, hands-on learning. Click here for more information.
Barnama
20-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Malaysia's ASEAN Leadership Aligns With Growing Demand For Pragmatic Alliances
BUSINESS Senior Lecturer at the School of Law and Governance at Taylor's University, Dr Julia Roknifard (Credit: Taylor's University) KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia, under the leadership of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and as ASEAN chair for 2025, is pushing for a neutral, trade-focused course, seeking economic cooperation with multiple nations while avoiding confrontation. While there are exceptions, the overarching policy remains intact. Malaysia's chairmanship comes at a strategically opportune moment, as the country hosts the first-ever ASEAN–Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)–China Economic Summit, signalling growing demand for multilateralism. Taylor's University School of Law and Governance senior lecturer Julia Roknifard said ASEAN and the GCC are not seeking to replace one dominant power with another; rather, they are focused on establishing a new balance in which cooperation among regional powers reduces dependence on any single nation. 'China, aware of the risks of foreign entanglements, has intentionally avoided the aggressive tactics seen in other parts of the world, including economic coercion or military interventions,' she said in a statement. Rocknifard elaborated that aggressive tactics seen in other parts of the world, such as economic coercion and military interventions, have often proven ineffective, as demonstrated by situations like nuclear proliferation and ongoing control conflicts. An expert in Middle Eastern studies and international security, Roknifard has extensive academic and consultancy experience with international organisations. She noted that geopolitical tensions and destabilising actions by certain global powers have further fragmented the international order and disrupted global trade systems. 'In response to these shifts, regional blocs like ASEAN, the GCC, and China have distanced themselves from what is increasingly perceived as self-destructive behaviour by the United States.
The Sun
16-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Taylor's University introduces pioneering Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering with Honours
TAYLOR'S UNIVERSITY has introduced Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering with Honours, aligning with the nation's Industry 4.0 policy. The programme highlights advancements across 12 key industries and prepares graduates with the essential skills to lead the sector. The programme is the first to offer specialised tracks in Robotics Systems and Artificial Intelligence (AI), aligning with Malaysia's Industry 4.0 policy. It also features a comprehensive curriculum that meets the highest international standards, accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Council (EAC). Upon completion, graduates are eligible to register with the Board of Engineers Malaysia, a signatory to the Washington Accord, and pursue careers as professional engineers. Professor Technologist (Ts) Dr Sim Yee Wai, Acting Executive Dean of the Faculty of Innovation & Technology, delivering an opening speech at the launch event. 'With the global mechatronics market projected to reach US$2.25 (RM9.65) billion by 2031, this programme equips our students not just to meet the demand for job-ready engineers, but to be strategically poised to shape the future of technological innovations driving Industry 4.0 globally. 'The programme places Taylor's students at the heart of innovation,' said Professor Ts Dr Sim Yee Wai, Acting Executive Dean of the Faculty of Innovation and Technology, Taylor's University. Sim also emphasised that the programme aims to develop engineers who will define the future of technology. 'By blending critical thinking, innovation, and hands-on experience, we are empowering students to lead advances in robotics, automation, and AI. Our graduates will not just adapt to change – they will drive it, accelerating Malaysia's transformation into a digital-first nation,' he added. Taylor's University has also collaborated with global tech leaders such as DJI Academy Malaysia and Unitree Robotics, providing students with exposure to cutting-edge technologies through its in-house Engineering Undergraduates for Industrial Adoption (EUFORIA) and EUFORIA Type-Research (R) programmes. Students engage directly with industry partners from Year 2, ensuring they gain practical skills and research experience that position them for high-demand roles in today's competitive job market. 'At DJI Academy Malaysia, we recognise the importance of real-world collaboration with academia in fostering the next generation of engineers. As our first-ever academic partnership, the institution's forward-thinking programme presents an exciting opportunity for us. 'We are proud to play a pivotal role in developing engineers who will push the boundaries of robotics and automation technologies, creating global solutions that transform industries,' said Darren Teh, General Manager of DJI Academy Malaysia. Furthermore, students can apply their skills in real-world, cross-disciplinary projects through Taylor's Robotics Club. Students may also opt to pursue a fast-tracked Master's degree in Mechatronics and Robotic Engineering via a 2+2 programme with the University of Birmingham, expanding their global education experience.
