Engineers let their hair down at dinner, MBPP secretary honoured

HE was involved in various green initiatives implemented to reduce carbon footprint and global warming.

 

During his attachment with the Penang Island City Council (MBPP) and previously Penang Municipal Council (MPPP), he was involved in planning, project implementations and maintenance of infrastructure.

 

Among the projects were the bicycle routes on Penang island and the replacement of high pressure sodium vapour street lights to LED streetlights.

 

He had served as a committee member, honorary secretary, vice-chairman and even as the 2002/2003 chairman of the IEM Penang Branch.

 

MBPP secretary Datuk Addnan Mohd Razali was awarded the ‘Distinguished Engineer Award 2019’ during the IEM Penang Branch 52nd anniversary dinner at Hotel Equatorial Penang today.

 

According to IEM Penang Branch, Addnan had greatly contributed to the society with his services. Addnan also has a good track record.

 

The Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM) Penang Branch chairman Yau Ann Nian presented a plaque of appreciation to Addnan during the event.

 

Yau presenting the plaque to Addnan.

 

Yau said this year was a busy year for IEM Penang Branch.

 

“We have organised a series of technical seminars, dialogues, overseas technical trips as well as activities for the Young Engineers Section and Women Engineers.

 

“IEM Penang Branch has achieved many outstanding milestones since its inception in 1967. I sincerely thank IEM headquarters for its support and leadership all these years,” he said in his speech during the IEM Penang Branch 52nd anniversary dinner at Hotel Equatorial Penang today.

 

Guests attending the IEM Penang Branch 52nd anniversary dinner at Hotel Equatorial Penang.

 

Yau also announced the nationwide publication of ‘The Ingenieur Penang’, the IEM Penang Branch bulletin. The bulletin features reports of the branch’s activities.

 

He added that the responsibility of engineers is heavy.

 

“The expectation from the state government, authorities and community is getting higher.

 

“Engineers not only need to cope with technical works, but also deal with many external factors that are beyond their control. I urge our fellow engineers to be extra cautious and be well-prepared when undertaking assignments,” he said.

 

Yau said IEM Penang Branch wished to progress and collaborate with the Penang government, local councils, various government agencies and Surveyors, Planners, Engineers, Architects and Developers Council (SPEAD) to develop the state.

 

Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said IEM Penang Branch had been very supportive of the state government’s initiatives.

 

“I would like to express our sincere appreciation to IEM Penang Branch and all the engineers who have contributed tremendously towards promoting Penang as the centre of engineering excellence.

 

“The roles and responsibilities of engineers are crucial and important for the development of the state.

 

“The sophisticated technical and intricate works that engineers are involved in, require strong commitment and dedication,” Chow said in his speech.

 

Chow delivering his speech at the dinner.

 

Chow said the Penang government would carry on with its commitment to support fellow engineers.

 

“We want the voices of engineers, whether opinions or recommendations, to be heard and adopted in the development strategies of the state.

 

“This is especially so as we embark on our journey towards realising the Penang2030 vision,” he said.

 

IEM president David Lai Kong Phooi said IEM has more than 50,000 members throughout the country.

 

“Engineers play an important role in the development of a country. They are the ones who conceptualise dreams into reality,” he said.

 

Yau (left) presenting a memento to Chow at the event. With them are Lai (second from left) and Tiu (left).

 

Organising chairman Tiu Jon Hui honoured the branch past chairmen for their contributions for the past 52 years.

 

The anniversary dinner, themed ‘Oscar Award Night’, was attended by some 1,000 guests.

 

Story by Christopher Tan
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