A Closing and Award Ceremony was held recently to mark the successful conclusion of the Upskilling Grant for Aerospace and Medical Devices Industries, led by Collaborative Research in Engineering, Science and Technology (CREST) in collaboration with Malaysia Aerospace Industry Association (MAIA) and the Association of Malaysian Medical Industries (AMMI).
The event marked the completion of a transformative initiative that has strengthened Malaysia’s high-value industries by equipping individuals with critical industry skills, supporting businesses with a more competitive workforce, and enhancing education institutions with stronger technical capabilities.
Hosted by CREST in collaboration with MAIA and AMMI, the event brought together key industry leaders, partners and stakeholders to celebrate the programme’s impact.
Attendees included Datuk Hanafi Sakri, Deputy Secretary General (Industry), Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI); Naguib Mohd Nor, President of the Malaysia Aerospace Industry Association (MAIA); and Samuel Pooranakaran, Vice Chairman, Association of Malaysian Medical Industries (AMMI), alongside key representatives from participating companies and education institutions.
The Upskilling Grant for Aerospace and Medical Devices Industries, spearheaded jointly by CREST, MAIA, and AMMI, has successfully addressed critical talent shortages in two of Malaysia’s fastest-growing sectors. Over the past year, the programme has equipped participants with industry-relevant skills, strengthened workforce capabilities, and reinforced Malaysia’s position as a hub for high-value talent.
Datuk Hanafi Sakri, Deputy Secretary General (Industry), MITI, highlighted the importance of talent development, stating this initiative exemplifies how public-private collaboration can bridge the talent gap and ensure Malaysia’s workforce is prepared for the future.
“By equipping individuals with industry-relevant skills and fostering strong academia-industry partnerships, we are not just addressing immediate workforce needs but laying the groundwork for long-term economic resilience. The success of this programme must serve as a catalyst for sustained investment in talent development, ensuring that Malaysia remains at the forefront of high-value industries,” he said.
-HR HUB
