INSTEP and ILSAS Strengthen Collaboration to Advance Energy Transition and Workforce Development

INSTEP recently conducted a courtesy visit to TNB Integrated Learning Solution Sdn Bhd (ILSAS) to explore potential areas of collaboration, particularly in support of Malaysia’s energy transition agenda. 

During the engagement, INSTEP’s Acting CEO and General Manager of Learning Academy, Ts. Azhar bin Ahmad and TNB ILSAS’s Head of Engineering & Energy Technology Centre, Ir. Ts. Yeoh Chien Wern , identified energy transition skills as a shared priority. Ts. Azhar bin Ahmad highlighted a strategic opportunity to jointly contribute toward building future-ready talent and accelerating the national energy transition.

The discussion also touched on key projects such as the PETRONAS-TNB Hybrid Hydrogen and Floating Solar facility project at Tasik Kenyir, which will showcase an integrated end-to-end low carbon value chain.

Additionally, TNB’s Virtual Power Plant initiatives and the peer-to-peer energy trading project in Pengerang, enabling the issuance of Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)—were noted as progressive efforts toward a more flexible and decentralized energy system.

The visit served as a platform to rejuvenate earlier conversations held between INSTEP and ILSAS in November 2023. A proposal was tabled to anchor collaboration in several key areas, including energy transition, electrical training, Health, Safety and Environment (HSE), and learning innovation exchange. 

Both parties recognised strong potential for joint content development, co-branding, and co-delivery of training programmes, which could significantly strengthen the national capability pipeline and drive impactful outcomes in the evolving energy landscape.

As the energy sector continues to evolve, through continued collaboration with key industry players such as ILSAS, INSTEP is well-positioned to flourish as a leading talent development institution, committed to driving sustainable growth, empowering energy transition efforts, and advancing national capability development for generations to come.

INSTEP recently conducted a courtesy visit to TNB Integrated Learning Solution Sdn Bhd (ILSAS) to explore potential areas of collaboration, particularly in support of Malaysia’s energy transition agenda. 

During the engagement, INSTEP’s Acting CEO and General Manager of Learning Academy, Ts. Azhar bin Ahmad and TNB ILSAS’s Head of Engineering & Energy Technology Centre, Ir. Ts. Yeoh Chien Wern , identified energy transition skills as a shared priority. Ts. Azhar bin Ahmad highlighted a strategic opportunity to jointly contribute toward building future-ready talent and accelerating the national energy transition.

The discussion also touched on key projects such as the PETRONAS-TNB Hybrid Hydrogen and Floating Solar facility project at Tasik Kenyir, which will showcase an integrated end-to-end low carbon value chain.

Additionally, TNB’s Virtual Power Plant initiatives and the peer-to-peer energy trading project in Pengerang, enabling the issuance of Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)—were noted as progressive efforts toward a more flexible and decentralized energy system.

The visit served as a platform to rejuvenate earlier conversations held between INSTEP and ILSAS in November 2023. A proposal was tabled to anchor collaboration in several key areas, including energy transition, electrical training, Health, Safety and Environment (HSE), and learning innovation exchange. 

Both parties recognised strong potential for joint content development, co-branding, and co-delivery of training programmes, which could significantly strengthen the national capability pipeline and drive impactful outcomes in the evolving energy landscape.

As the energy sector continues to evolve, through continued collaboration with key industry players such as ILSAS, INSTEP is well-positioned to flourish as a leading talent development institution, committed to driving sustainable growth, empowering energy transition efforts, and advancing national capability development for generations to come.

INSTEP and UMT Forge Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Energy Transition Capability Development, Harnessing CEFORE

In a significant step towards supporting PETRONAS Energy Transition Academy (P-ETA), Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) and Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) have symbolised a strategic collaboration through the exchange of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

The collaboration aims to strengthen the energy transition capability development, harnessing the Centre for Offshore Renewable Energy (CEFORE) project.

CEFORE is a pilot project jointly led by PETRONAS Global Technical Solutions Sdn Bhd (PGTSSB), a subsidiary of PETRONAS, and UMT. Strategically located off the coast of Pantai Tok Jembal in Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, the project features the development of a wind turbine and floating solar photovoltaic (PV) system.

The facility is designed as a 328 kW demonstration site for various renewable energy sources including wind, floating solar PV, wave energy and smart energy management solutions.

Through this collaboration, INSTEP and UMT will also develop and implement technical programmes focused on renewable energy. Both parties are committed to actively promoting CEFORE as a platform for education, innovation and public engagement in clean energy.

Beyond its technical objectives, CEFORE will serve as an edu-tourism destination and a community learning hub for renewable energy. This aligns with efforts to raise awareness and understanding of sustainable practices among the local population.

The partnership also opens avenues for academic and industrial exchange, fostering closer ties between industry and academia.

Ts. Azhar Ahmad, INSTEP Acting Chief Executive Officer said that the collaboration is a timely and strategic initiative. “This partnership is critical to positioning INSTEP as the P-ETA and equipping the future workforce to meet the demands of a low-carbon energy landscape,”.

Prof. Ir. Ts. Dr. Mohd Zamri Ibrahim, UMT Vice Chancellor, echoed the importance of the collaboration. “The strategic partnership between UMT and INSTEP strengthens research and development in renewable energy. Through CEFORE, we are committed to creating an innovative platform that supports industry-academia collaboration, empowers future talent, and enhances public awareness of sustainable energy,”.

This MoU marks a milestone in Malaysia’s transition towards clean energy, further solidifying INSTEP’s role as a world-class provider of technical training and a key driver of innovation within the national energy ecosystem.

In a significant step towards supporting PETRONAS Energy Transition Academy (P-ETA), Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) and Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) have symbolised a strategic collaboration through the exchange of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

The collaboration aims to strengthen the energy transition capability development, harnessing the Centre for Offshore Renewable Energy (CEFORE) project.

CEFORE is a pilot project jointly led by PETRONAS Global Technical Solutions Sdn Bhd (PGTSSB), a subsidiary of PETRONAS, and UMT. Strategically located off the coast of Pantai Tok Jembal in Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, the project features the development of a wind turbine and floating solar photovoltaic (PV) system.

The facility is designed as a 328 kW demonstration site for various renewable energy sources including wind, floating solar PV, wave energy and smart energy management solutions.

Through this collaboration, INSTEP and UMT will also develop and implement technical programmes focused on renewable energy. Both parties are committed to actively promoting CEFORE as a platform for education, innovation and public engagement in clean energy.

Beyond its technical objectives, CEFORE will serve as an edu-tourism destination and a community learning hub for renewable energy. This aligns with efforts to raise awareness and understanding of sustainable practices among the local population.

The partnership also opens avenues for academic and industrial exchange, fostering closer ties between industry and academia.

Ts. Azhar Ahmad, INSTEP Acting Chief Executive Officer said that the collaboration is a timely and strategic initiative. “This partnership is critical to positioning INSTEP as the P-ETA and equipping the future workforce to meet the demands of a low-carbon energy landscape,”.

Prof. Ir. Ts. Dr. Mohd Zamri Ibrahim, UMT Vice Chancellor, echoed the importance of the collaboration. “The strategic partnership between UMT and INSTEP strengthens research and development in renewable energy. Through CEFORE, we are committed to creating an innovative platform that supports industry-academia collaboration, empowers future talent, and enhances public awareness of sustainable energy,”.

This MoU marks a milestone in Malaysia’s transition towards clean energy, further solidifying INSTEP’s role as a world-class provider of technical training and a key driver of innovation within the national energy ecosystem.

INSTEP and DOSH Terengganu Bond Over Sports Day

INSTEP staff and DOSH Terengganu came together for Sports Day 2024 INSTEP & DOSH on 25 September 2024, leaving the laptops behind and stepping away from the corporate environment.

Aside from acting as the platform to unleash the sporty talents from both parties, this initiative is also to support PETRONAS MESTIfit4health agenda, under the element of Move Right.

The Move Right element aims to promote health and wellness among employees and the community, focusing on encouraging physical activity and proper movement techniques to enhance overall well-being.

Also present during the day were Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) Terengganu management team including, Ir. Noorazman Soud, Director of DOSH Terengganu, Deputy Director of Operations, En. Mohammad Nizam Ali, and Ir. Nurlinda, Deputy Director of Technical Services. 

“Inculcating a safe workplace culture requires a collective and continuous commitment from all individuals at the workplace, and it should be a primary focus especially for INSTEP, a pivotal point for nurturing the future workforce. We
continuously seek advice from DOSH Terengganu to ensure safety in INSTEP are fully enforced, at all time,” En. Mohamad bin Nasir, Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP remarked on the continuous collaboration between DOSH Terengganu and
INSTEP, since 2014.

The collaborations are including turnaround Certificate of Fitness (CF) for Upstream Train A, Train B and Downstream Plant at UDTP during Turnaround 2024 and Seminar Safety Talk: Safety in Workplace during Turnaround 2022.

“Though during Turnaround period is a hectic time for employees, they still need to have some space to do the physical activities and exercise, to ensure to mental wellness, and this sports day is held to provide employees with the opportunity to do so,” added En. Mohamad bin Nasir.

INSTEP has maintained a strong partnership with DOSH, consistently collaborating on various safety-related initiatives to ensure the highest standards across all operations.

INSTEP staff and DOSH Terengganu came together for Sports Day 2024 INSTEP & DOSH on 25 September 2024, leaving the laptops behind and stepping away from the corporate environment.

Aside from acting as the platform to unleash the sporty talents from both parties, this initiative is also to support PETRONAS MESTIfit4health agenda, under the element of Move Right.

The Move Right element aims to promote health and wellness among employees and the community, focusing on encouraging physical activity and proper movement techniques to enhance overall well-being.

Also present during the day were Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) Terengganu management team including, Ir. Noorazman Soud, Director of DOSH Terengganu, Deputy Director of Operations, En. Mohammad Nizam Ali, and Ir. Nurlinda, Deputy Director of Technical Services. 

“Inculcating a safe workplace culture requires a collective and continuous commitment from all individuals at the workplace, and it should be a primary focus especially for INSTEP, a pivotal point for nurturing the future workforce. We
continuously seek advice from DOSH Terengganu to ensure safety in INSTEP are fully enforced, at all time,” En. Mohamad bin Nasir, Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP remarked on the continuous collaboration between DOSH Terengganu and
INSTEP, since 2014.

The collaborations are including turnaround Certificate of Fitness (CF) for Upstream Train A, Train B and Downstream Plant at UDTP during Turnaround 2024 and Seminar Safety Talk: Safety in Workplace during Turnaround 2022.

“Though during Turnaround period is a hectic time for employees, they still need to have some space to do the physical activities and exercise, to ensure to mental wellness, and this sports day is held to provide employees with the opportunity to do so,” added En. Mohamad bin Nasir.

INSTEP has maintained a strong partnership with DOSH, consistently collaborating on various safety-related initiatives to ensure the highest standards across all operations.

Ten Technicians Complete 6 Month Training Program in Collaboration Between INSTEP and Hibiscus Petroleum to Advance Local Energy Industry

Kuala Nerus, Malaysia, 23 May 2024 – Insitut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP), in collaboration with Hibiscus Petroleum Berhad, proudly announces the successful completion of Hibiscus Technician Onboarding Programme, joined by ten technicians.

This training programme, a product of the strategic partnership between INSTEP and Hibiscus Petroleum Berhad, was designed to equip technicians with advanced skills and knowledge essential for the evolving energy sector, comprising of four intensive modules including Production, Mechanical, Instrumentation and Electrical. This is a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to enhance the capabilities and expertise of the local energy industry workforce.

“INSTEP is committed to developing a highly skilled and competent workforce to meet the challenges of the modern energy industry. This strategic collaboration between INSTEP and Hibiscus Petroleum, exemplifies our shared commitment to developing local talent and enhancing industry expertise,” said Chief Executive of INSTEP, Mr. Mohamad bin Nasir about the closing ceremony for the training programme today in INSTEP.

Also present during the event were representatives from Hibiscus Oil & Gas Malaysia Limited Sdn Bhd, Mike Fox, Head of Asset Peninsular, and Rober Palmer, Senior Manager of Production & Maintenance Operations, in addition to INSTEP management team. 

 

Also present during the event were representatives from Hibiscus Oil & Gas Malaysia Limited Sdn Bhd, Mike Fox, Head of Asset Peninsular, and Rober Palmer, Senior Manager of Production & Maintenance Operations, in addition to INSTEP management team.

The training module complete with theoretical learning in classroom and practical hands-on in INSTEP Upstream Downstream Training Plant (UDTP) provides the learners with experiential learning, preparing them for real life working scenario prior to entering the industry upon their programme completion. 

By investing in the development of skilled technicians, both companies are laying the foundation for a more robust and sustainable energy future for Malaysia.

Kuala Nerus, Malaysia, 23 May 2024 – Insitut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP), in collaboration with Hibiscus Petroleum Berhad, proudly announces the successful completion of Hibiscus Technician Onboarding Programme, joined by ten technicians.

This training programme, a product of the strategic partnership between INSTEP and Hibiscus Petroleum Berhad, was designed to equip technicians with advanced skills and knowledge essential for the evolving energy sector, comprising of four intensive modules including Production, Mechanical, Instrumentation and Electrical. This is a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to enhance the capabilities and expertise of the local energy industry workforce.

“INSTEP is committed to developing a highly skilled and competent workforce to meet the challenges of the modern energy industry. This strategic collaboration between INSTEP and Hibiscus Petroleum, exemplifies our shared commitment to developing local talent and enhancing industry expertise,” said Chief Executive of INSTEP, Mr. Mohamad bin Nasir about the closing ceremony for the training programme today in INSTEP.

Also present during the event were representatives from Hibiscus Oil & Gas Malaysia Limited Sdn Bhd, Mike Fox, Head of Asset Peninsular, and Rober Palmer, Senior Manager of Production & Maintenance Operations, in addition to INSTEP management team. 

 

Also present during the event were representatives from Hibiscus Oil & Gas Malaysia Limited Sdn Bhd, Mike Fox, Head of Asset Peninsular, and Rober Palmer, Senior Manager of Production & Maintenance Operations, in addition to INSTEP management team.

The training module complete with theoretical learning in classroom and practical hands-on in INSTEP Upstream Downstream Training Plant (UDTP) provides the learners with experiential learning, preparing them for real life working scenario prior to entering the industry upon their programme completion. 

By investing in the development of skilled technicians, both companies are laying the foundation for a more robust and sustainable energy future for Malaysia.