12 July 2024 – Kelana Jaya, Selangor
We were honored today at AMIM to receive a courtesy visit from the China Association of The National Shipbuilding Industry (CANSI) and the Active Shipbuilding Experts’ Federation (ASEF). The delegation, led by Mr. Sun Wei, Chairman of CANSI and ASEF, and Vice President of China State Shipbuilding Corporation Limited (CSSC), had a fruitful and engaging session with our team.
During the meeting, we discussed various topics, including an overview of the shipbuilding and ship repair (SBSR) industries in China and Malaysia, relevant maritime policies, especially those related to green shipping and shipyards, and opportunities for international collaboration.
AMIM and CANSI have a longstanding relationship as founding members of ASEF since its establishment in 2007. Originally known as the Asia Shipbuilding Expert Federation, ASEF rebranded in 2018 to expand its membership and address a broader range of issues. In 2017, ASEF was granted consultative status by the IMO, contributing technical advisory and shipbuilders’ perspectives on IMO’s rules and regulations.
ASEF also oversees 8 special working groups (SWGs) focusing on various aspects of shipbuilding and maritime safety, including PSPC & Biofouling, Containership Safety, Ship Vibration Standards, GBS & CSR Maintenance, MASS & Related Issues, GHG Issues, Safe Mooring Operations & OLAW, and Propulsion & Steering Systems.
We wrapped up our session in true AMIM style with a delightful durian feast. The timing couldn’t have been better, as it’s durian season! We extend our heartfelt thanks to Muhibbah Marine Engineering for generously sponsoring this unique and aromatic party.
Sharing Sessions:
Green Voyage in Malaysia
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Day 2: STM welcomed us, and we delved into their pivotal role in defense projects, especially in the Maritime sector. We had the privilege of exchanging knowledge and insights on defense technologies and strategies, covering space, electronics, and maritime. The experience was simply mind-blowing!
Our excitement continued on Day 2 as we explored TUBITAK MARMARA Teknoken. The innovative research and development activities left us inspired! We networked with experts, scientists, and entrepreneurs from various fields and explored potential collaborations for thrilling technology-driven projects.
And there’s more! On Day 3, we visited Istanbul Shipyard—one of Turkiye’s finest shipyards. The knowledge we gained on naval shipbuilding, repair, and MRO operations, along with understanding ASFAT’s & STM’s crucial role in managing military factories and shipyards, was truly invaluable.
The good news is that both countries are eager to form partnerships through G2G National Projects that will benefit us all. With MIGHT’s impressive success in the aerospace sector and the establishment of MIGHT International, we’re confident that the SBSR industry can truly flourish under the Malaysia-Turkiye collaboration.
