UTP, Sapura Energy partner for industry-academia synergy

IPOH: Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP) and Sapura Energy Berhad have solidified their longstanding partnership through the signing of a memorandum of collaboration (MoC) that underscores the dedication of both institutions in fostering academic-industry cooperation.

UTP in a statement yesterday said as well as enhancing the overall educational experience for students, the MoC will encompass key areas such as academic, research, and mobility programmes.

The MoC was signed by UTP vice-chancellor Prof Datuk Dr Mohamed Ibrahim Abdul Mutalib and Faculty of Engineering dean Assoc Prof Dr Rosdiazli Ibrahim, while Sapura Energy was represented by its chief people officer Puspa Hanita Abd Aziz and Human Resource Administration for Lumut Fabrication Unit and Supply Bases head Rosdy Abdullah.

According to the statement, in the academic realm, the agreement includes the appointment of industry experts for knowledge sharing whereby Sapura Energy’s involvement as external examiners and industry visits provide students with a practical understanding of realworld applications.

It said that in the field of research, the collaboration will focus on joint research and development activities to address real-world challenges in the energy sector, along with expertise sharing between UTP faculty and Sapura Energy researchers.

The statement also said through the MoC, both parties are committed to jointly developing well-rounded global graduates by providing them with a comprehensive and industry-relevant education.