Faculty of Chemical and Energy Engineering, UTM

20/08/2026

🎉 Heartiest Congratulations! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Ho Wai Shin and his project members as Research Collaborators at Sarawak Energy! 👏💡

This industry collaboration includes a project grant worth RM75,000.00 for their outstanding work titled:
🔬 "SMART HVAC SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT AT R&D LAB 2.0"

Warmest congratulations from all members of the Faculty of Chemical and Energy Engineering community. We wish the team continued success in driving impactful and sustainable solutions! 🚀✨

19/08/2026

🥉 SETINGGI-TINGGI TAHNIAH KEPADA WIRA SUKAN FKT! 🥉

Seluruh warga Fakulti Kejuruteraan Kimia dan Kejuruteraan Tenaga (FKT) UTM merakamkan ucapan setinggi-tinggi tahniah atas kejayaan menyumbang PINGAT GANGSA di Kejohanan Sukan Staf Antara Universiti Malaysia (SUKUM 2026) yang berlangsung di UniSZA!

Tahniah diucapkan kepada barisan atlet staf kita yang telah beraksi cemerlang dalam acara masing-masing:

🎾 Acara Tenis Berpasukan

Prof. Dr. Mohd Ghazali bin Mohd Nawawi

Prof. Madya Ir. Ts. Dr. Lee Ting Hun

⚽ Acara Bola Sepak Veteran

Ir. Dr. Muhd Nazrul Hisham bin Zainal Alam

Prof. Madya Dr. Zainul Akmar bin Zakaria

Terima kasih atas perjuangan, keringat, dan semangat kesukanan yang tinggi demi maruah universiti! Kami amat berbangga dengan pencapaian anda. Teruskan kecemerlangan! 💪🔥

18/08/2026

KRAF HIBISCUS FEATURED IN THE STAR!

We are delighted to share that Kraf Hibiscus, a community-based upcycling initiative led by our staff member, Dr. Norfhairna Baharulrazi, has been featured in The Star.

The project reflects how innovation, sustainability and community engagement can come together to create meaningful impact beyond the university.

With support from Majlis Bandaraya Iskandar Puteri (MBIP) through the Iskandar Puteri Rendah Karbon (IPRK) 5.0 initiative, Kraf Hibiscus has achieved several important milestones:

♻️ Over 4,000 kg of fabric waste diverted from landfill in just 2 months
🧵 Upcycled textile products created from discarded fabrics
🤝 Local community members, including housewives and senior citizens, empowered with opportunities to develop skills and generate income
🌱 Contributing to low-carbon initiatives and the circular economy at the community level

What makes this initiative especially meaningful is that the impact goes beyond waste reduction. Fabric that might otherwise be discarded is given a second life, while skills, creativity and economic opportunities are created within the community.

The journey continues.
The positive impact of Kraf Hibiscus has also opened the door to the next phase of the initiative. Recognising the potential of the project to further strengthen the circular economy at the community level, MBIP has continued its support through IPRK 6.0, with a grant of RM40,000.

This new support will allow the team to further develop Kraf Hibiscus and explore more opportunities to turn textile waste into value while strengthening community participation and sustainable income generation.

We are proud to see the work of our staff making a real difference in the community and contributing towards a more sustainable future.

From waste to value, from community to impact.

https://www.thestar.com.my/metro/metro-news/2026/08/17/mbip-allocates-record-rm1mil-for-green-projects

17/08/2026

Taking UTM’s expertise beyond borders, Ts. Dr. Miss Hasimawaty Mat Kiah has initiated new academic and research collaborations with institutions across Latin America, strengthening opportunities for global partnerships in fire safety, sustainable engineering and innovation.

Read more : https://news.utm.my/2026/07/utm-lecturer-leads-the-initiation-of-collaboration-across-institutions-in-latin-america-region/

Faculty of Chemical and Energy Engineering, UTM

17/08/2026

[🇲🇾 x 🇵🇭] Bridging Borders for Sustainable Research! 🌍✨

We are proud to announce the successful Opening Ceremony of the Exchange Program on Multidisciplinary and SDG-Oriented Research and Development between Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) and Cagayan State University (CSU), Philippines!

Held on 17th August 2026 at the IBD Auditorium (N23A), UTM Johor Bahru, the event marks a significant milestone in fostering international collaboration towards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The ceremony featured a Welcoming Address by YBrs. Prof. Madya Ir. Ts. Dr. Rosnani Hasham@Hisam (Director of IBD) and a warm Welcoming Speech by Dr. Quirino G. Paschua (Head of the CSU Delegation). We were also deeply honored to have our Vice-Chancellor, YBrs. Prof. Ts. Dr. Mohd Shafry bin Mohd Rahim, officially inaugurate the program.

Special note of thanks to the management team of the Faculty of Chemical and Energy Enginering, represented by Prof Madya Dr Zainul Akmar Zakaria (Manager, External and Global Engagements), for the support in making this event a success.

A huge thank you to everyone who made this possible. Here’s to impactful research, shared knowledge, and a greener future! 🌱🤝

17/08/2026

Setinggi-tinggi tahniah dan syabas diucapkan kepada semua peserta yang telah menyertai Kursus Pertolongan Cemas & Resusitasi Kardiopulmonari (CPR) bermula jam 8.30 pagi tadi.

Program ini telah berjaya dilaksanakan di Fakulti Kejuruteraan Kimia dan Kejuruteraan Tenaga, UTM. Pengisian hari ini bukan sekadar untuk memenuhi jam kredit Mata CPD, malah ia melengkapkan para peserta dengan kemahiran kesiapsiagaan yang sangat kritikal dalam menghadapi situasi kecemasan yang tidak dijangka.

Sekalung penghargaan dan terima kasih diucapkan kepada barisan fasilitator dan staf Pusat Kesihatan UTM (PKU) atas komitmen, perkongsian kepakaran, dan bimbingan praktikal yang cemerlang sepanjang kursus ini berlangsung.

Terima kasih atas penyertaan aktif semua. Semoga ilmu yang dipelajari hari ini dapat memberi manfaat yang besar kepada komuniti kita.

14/08/2026

🚨 *HEY JB! ARE YOU READY TO RUN?*🚨

It’s time to *LACE UP, SHOW UP & MAKE AN IMPACT!*🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🌱

Get ready for *JB Neon × UTM*, held in conjunction with Global Climate Action Day! 🌍💚

🤝 Organised by *IChemE UTM Student Chapter* in collaboration with *MBJB & SWM Environment*, this programme brings together fitness, community engagement, inclusivity and climate action! 🌱✨

🏃‍♂️ *5 KM RUN*
Challenge yourself and run for a greener future!

✨ *1.5 KM FUN RUN*
An inclusive run for kids and participants with special needs! 💚

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 *BRING YOUR FAMILY. BRING YOUR FRIENDS. BRING THE ENERGY!* 🔥

📅 24 OCTOBER 2026
📍 Dataran Majlis Bandaraya Johor Bahru
⏰ REGISTRATION CLOSES: 1 OCTOBER 2026

⚠️ *DON’T MISS OUT!* Gather your squad, secure your spot and let’s make every step count! 🌎

🎟️ *REGISTER NOW*:
http://t2u.asia/e/51565_9e2bd354ad3c4855a922597e4616a5e2

*🌱 ONE RUN. ONE COMMUNITY. ONE PLANET.*
💚 *RUN FOR A GREENER FUTURE. 🏃‍♀️🌍*

*SEE YOU AT THE STARTING LINE!*🔥

IChemE UTM-SC 26/27
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📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/icheme_utmsc/
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/icheme-utm-sc-official/
🎬 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPQUldUA9vbRrfGZGWwtTvg
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13/08/2026

🇲🇾 PELANCARAN SEMARAK BULAN KEBANGSAAN KE-69 PERINGKAT FAKULTI 🇲🇾

Alhamdulillah, telah berlangsung Pelancaran Semarak Bulan Kebangsaan Ke-69 Peringkat Fakulti Kejuruteraan Kimia dan Kejuruteraan Tenaga (FKT) pada 13 Ogos 2026 (Khamis) bertempat di Dataran Cetak, FKT.

Program ini diadakan bagi menyemarakkan semangat patriotisme, memupuk rasa cinta akan negara serta mengeratkan kebersamaan warga FKT dalam meraikan Bulan Kebangsaan.

Kemeriahan program turut diserikan dengan kehadiran warga fakulti yang tampil mengenakan pakaian bertemakan Jalur Gemilang dan warna-warna patriotik, sekali gus mencerminkan semangat Malaysia MADANI dan kecintaan kepada tanah air. 🇲🇾❤️

Semoga semangat patriotisme dan kecintaan kepada Malaysia terus subur dalam kalangan seluruh warga FKT.

Selamat Menyambut Bulan Kebangsaan Ke-69!
Malaysia MADANI: Jiwa Merdeka, Semangat Bersama! 🇲🇾

05/08/2026

Heartiest Congratulations to Our FKT Researchers! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce that a dedicated team of researchers from the Faculty of Chemical and Energy Engineering (FKT), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), has successfully secured an Industry Grant from JTS Engineering Sdn. Bhd. worth RM150,071!

This grant will support their collaborative research project entitled:
🔬 "Production Study of Sodium Aluminate for Deox Upcycling Plant"

Meet the stellar team behind this project:

Program Leader / Project 4 Leader: Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Ho Wai Shin

Project 1 Leader: Dr. Aishah Mahpudz

Project 2 Leader: Dr. Amnani Shamjuddin

Project 3 Leader: Dr. Dinie Muhammad

Project Members:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zarina Ab Muis

Dr. Mohd Asmadi Mohammed Yussuf

Dr. Fadzlin Md Sairan (RO)

Warmest congratulations from all members of the Faculty of Chemical and Energy Engineering! We wish the team great success in their research endeavors and look forward to the impactful and sustainable outcomes of this upcycling project.

05/08/2026

JOHOR BAHRU, Jul 16 – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) continues to strengthen its industry engagement through a strategic research and talent-development collaboration with JTS Engineering Sdn. Bhd. The collaboration integrates sustainable process innovation, real industrial problem-solving, and experiential learning opportunities for Chemical Engineering students.

JTS Engineering Sdn. Bhd. has contributed RM150,071 to support a collaborative research project entitled “Production Study of Sodium Aluminate for DEOX Upcycling Plant.” The project focuses on the production of sodium aluminate for application in the DEOX Upcycling Plant, reflecting the shared commitment of UTM and industry to develop practical, scalable, and sustainability-oriented engineering solutions.

The research project is led by Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Ho Wai Shin, with Dr. Aishah Mahpudz, Dr. Amnani Shamjuddin, and Dr. Dinie Muhammad serving as sub-project leaders.

The research team is further supported by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zarina Ab Muis, Dr. Mohd Asmadi Mohammed Yussuf, and Dr. Fadzlin Md Sairan. Through this collaboration, the multidisciplinary team brings together expertise in chemical process engineering, reaction engineering, process optimisation, sustainability, and industrial application.

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Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) has partnered with JTS Engineering Sdn. Bhd. to advance circular industrial innovation and produce industry-ready chemical engineers. The collaboration has led to the development of a research project on sodium aluminate production and has provided students with v