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Day 1 - Thursday, 25 June 2026 @ Sipadan Hall 1, Level 4
Guest of Honour
The Right Honourable Datuk Seri Panglima Haji Hajiji Haji Noor
Chief Minister of Sabah (TBC)
Keynote 1
PETRONAS
Ts Syed Saggaf Syed Ahmad
Regional Director, Asia Pacific
Energy Industries Council
Keynote Address 2
Syed Saggaf currently heads the Energy Industries Council’s (EIC) activities across the Asia Pacific region from the organisation’s Kuala Lumpur office. In this strategic role, he supports EIC members and strengthens the Council’s presence and influence across one of the world’s most vital and dynamic energy markets. Previously, he served as Chief Executive Officer of the Oil and Gas Division at Shapadu Group, overseeing operations across both upstream and downstream sectors, including the management of marine assets. He also held the role of Executive Director at Shapadu Energy Sdn Bhd and Shapadu CR Asia Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary focused on downstream maintenance and turnaround services.. He got his early education in English College, Johor Bahru and Sekolah Menengah Sains Muar, Johor. Subsequently, he graduated from Universiti Tenaga Nasional in 2002 with Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering (Hons). Upon graduation, he started his career as Mechanical / Piping Engineer with Haven Engineering and continued his career with stints at Ramunia Fabricators Sdn Bhd in 2004, and Coral Intoil Sdn Bhd in 2008. Throughout his career, he has consistently demonstrated unparalleled leadership and management excellence, supported by superior communication and interpersonal skills that have propelled his career forward. He was the driving force behind securing Contracts worth RM 2b and spearheading the strategic diversification of the company’s portfolio. Moreover, he played a critical role in attracting high-value investors and launching the SCRA with a modest paid-up capital of RM100K successfully scaling its value to an impressive RM50 million He served 2 consecutive terms as President of MOGSC, Malaysia’s largest oil & gas trade association, until April 2026. During his tenure, he helped elevate the OGSE sector through continuous engagement with key stakeholders to foster a conducive energy ecosystem. He continues to contribute to the local OGSE industry in his current role as Advisor to MOGSC. In addition to his executive roles, he also served as the Ambassador of UNITEN, Vice and VISTA Advisory Council Member, OGSE Roundtable (ORT) Committee Member, Main Committee Member of the Energy Industry Malaysia (EIM), and Advisory Committee Member of the Pipeline Technology Conference Asia (PTC).
Uday Singh
Managing Director & Parttner
Boston Consulting Group
Keynote Address 3
Ir. Ts. Ahmad Jaafar
Deputy Chief Executive Officer/Chief Operating Officer
Sabah energy Corporation
Special Address 1
Ts Anwarudin bin Saidu Mohamed
Chaiman, Society of Petroleum Engineers - Kuala Lumpur Section
Executive Director & Chief Technology Officer, Reservoir Link Energy Bhd
Moderator for Executive Plenary: Fueling the Future – Navigating Sabah’s Integrated Energy & economic Future
Ts Anwarudin is currently the Executive Director at Reservoir Link Energy Bhd spearheading the business growth in key areas building progressive Malaysian corporation providing global solutions in upstream O&G and Energy market. Previously he had served various Multinational and National organizations both in Service Segment and Hydrocarbon Producer. He had been an active member of Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) since 2004. He is the recipient of the 2014 Asia Pacific Region Outstanding Young Member Award, 2018 Regional Service Award, 2020 Public Service Award and 2021 Technical Award for Production Operations. He is the member of SPE Asia Pacific Regional Technical Advisory Committee. He served as Honorary Secretary of MOGSC from 2022-2026 and had held various roles since 2016. He actively advocates for prosperity & sustainability of OGSE ecosystem, spur innovation and commercialization culture among OGSE players and founded a platform for various stakeholders to elevate local innovators via OGSE innovation Award (OIA) in 2018. He had been spearheading various missions through MOGSC in relation to addressing pain points and challenges faced by OGSE sector in collaboration with PETRONAS, PAC’s and Government agencies to create conducive business environment for OSGE segment. He had led various industry wide initiatives along with stakeholders including instigating OGSE RoundTable (ORT) in Nov 2023. He is a Professional Technologist and assessor registered with MBOT (Malaysia Board of Technologists). He is also board member of Trustee of PETRONAS University of Technology. Ts Anwarudin plays active roles through government agencies to promote for equitable access and assistance for public for TVET education as the chairman of Work Committee, National Skill Development Council. He also steers several national level initiatives to meet industry relevant skilled and semi-skilled workers by upskilling programs as the chairman of Sectorial Training Committee for Oil, Gas & Energy Sector under Human Resource Development Corporation (HRDCorp) and Council of Experts for Government- Industry TVET Coordination Body (GITC) amongst others. He advocated for Industry Levy sharing initiative, lifting the allowable training matrix limit to the employees and assistance to trainer’s ecosystem to benefit SME’s who dealt with limited fund to train their staff and to increase the quality of the training. Some of these initiatives had been already introduced to the industry in recently by KESUMA. He was accorded the distinguished honour of serving on the Advisory Council for Labour Law Reforms under Malaysia’s Ministry of Human Resources, where he continues to advocate for the tabling of key reforms and amendments to relevant Acts. Ts Anwarudin holds B.sc (Hons) Mechanical with minor in petroleum from UTP (Rector Award) and was conferred the prestigious Yang Di-Pertuan Agong Scholarship to pursue Msc & DIC in Petroleum Engineering from Imperial College London in 2009. To demonstrate his personal commitment to advancing wider acceptance of TVET education as a mainstream pathway, he obtained the National Skills Certificate Level 5 in Corporate Stewardship from JPK, as part of its pioneer cohort. Ts Anwarudin strongly believes that hydrocarbon Industry is an industry of future that holds promising opportunities for future generations. He advocates through various platform and podcasts on the importance of the industry in enriching lives and provide livelihood. He regularly communicates and lecture on the reality of energy mix and break the misconceptions and delusions associated with the future of hydrocarbon industry. He also champion through various platforms on OGSE segment as the crucial component of the ecosystem that safeguard socio-economic interest of nations. He has represented the industry on international stages, advocating Collective Positioning to humanize the energy transition and advancing the narrative of #EnergyExpansion—positioning the sector as a compelling path for careers, investment, and global reliance. As an Adjunct Professor at UMK, he continues to educate and inspire students to step up and solve critical challenges in the oil, gas, and energy sector. Throughout 22 years of his experience in Oil and Gas industry, he had developed various technologies and solutions. He had published numerous technical papers, articles, and journals on application of technologies. His career experience spans across operation management, R&D, application engineering, Sales & Marketing, Corporate strategy, and Business Development.
PETRONAS
Panel Speaker for Executive Plenary: Fueling the Future – Navigating Sabah’s Integrated Energy & economic Future
Datuk Ir. Abdul Nasser bin Abdul Wahid
Chief Executive Officer, Energy Commission of Sabah
Panel Speaker for Executive Plenary: Fueling the Future – Navigating Sabah’s Integrated Energy & economic Future
Jerome Saniez
Managing Director & Country Chair, TotalEnergies EP Malaysia
Panel Speaker for Executive Plenary: Fueling the Future – Navigating Sabah’s Integrated Energy & economic Future
Jerome Saniez is the Managing Director of TotalEnergies EP Malaysia and serves as the Country Chair for TotalEnergies in Malaysia. With more than 20 years of international experience in the energy sector, Jerome has led projects and teams across multiple regions, including Europe and Central Asia, before taking up his current leadership role in Kuala Lumpur in 2024. He is actively engaged in fostering cross-border collaboration, serving as a Board Member of the French Chamber of Commerce in Malaysia (CCIFM) and as a French Foreign Trade Advisor (CCE Malaysia). His dual focus on operational excellence and international partnerships position him as a strong advocate for innovation and sustainable energy solutions. Jerome holds a Master’s degree from CentraleSupélec and has completed executive training at HEC Paris, equipping him with both technical expertise and strategic leadership skills.
Datuk Ir. Ts. Mohd Yaakob Hj Jaafar (TBC)
Chief Executive Officer, Sabah Electricity Board
Panel Speaker for Executive Plenary: Fueling the Future – Navigating Sabah’s Integrated Energy & economic Future
Mohd Zamri Abdul Ghani
Vice Chairman and Board Member, Energy Dot Com Sdn Bhd
Moderator for Panel Session 1: Driving Excellence in Asset Management & Operations
Ismail Omar
Director - Asset, Subsurface & Planning, TotalEnergies EP Malaysia
Speaker for Panel Session 1: Driving Excellence in Asset Management & Operations
Shell Malaysia (TBC)
Speaker for Panel Session 1: Driving Excellence in Asset Management & Operations
Ir. Ts. Megat Zariman Abdul Rahim
President, Velesto Energy Berhad
Speaker for Panel Session 1: Driving Excellence in Asset Management & Operations
Ir. Megat Zariman is a seasoned leader in the oil and gas industry with decades of experience driving operational excellence and innovation. As President of Velesto Energy Berhad, he leads the company’s focus on safety, service quality, technology, and sustainability, ensuring reliable and efficient operations in a rapidly evolving energy landscape. With an engineering background and a deep understanding of the sector, Megat Zariman has been at the forefront of integrating advanced technologies and sustainable practices to strengthen Velesto’s industry presence. His leadership is centered on balancing progress with responsibility, shaping the future of drilling through innovation and strategic growth. Speaking Opportunities 2024 SPE/IADC Asia Pacific Drilling Technology Conference and Exhibition Topic: Advancing Environmental Stewardship in Drilling and Well Technologies for CCS Applications and Sustainable Practices: Our Path to Net Zero Carbon Emissions SPE Workshop: Marginal and Mature Field Development and Operation Topic: Ways to Monetise Marginal and Mature Fields to Bring Value to Project Economics Oil and Gas Asia (OGA) Topic: Powering Progress: Towards a Sustainable Energy Landscape 2025 17th International Petroleum Technology Conference (IPTC) Topic: Facilities of the Future and Emerging Technologies for Sustainable Operations Recent Interviews BFM 89.9: https://www.bfm.my/content/podcast/velesto-largest owner-operator-jack-up-rigs-share-price The Edge: https://theedgemalaysia.com/node/735395 TMR: https://themalaysianreserve.com/2024/04/01/velesto-ener gys-turnaround-story/ Professional Background Ir. Megat Zariman Abdul Rahim, is a Professional Engineer registered with the Board of Engineers Malaysia and a Professional Technologist registered with the Malaysia Board of Technologists. He graduated from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, USA in 1990 with a Bsc. (High Dist.) in Electrical Engineering (Computer). He started his career with Exxon Malaysia in 1990 before joining SLB in 1991 and Bumi Armada Berhad in 2013. Currently, Ir. Megat Zariman is the President of Velesto Energy Bhd since Feb 2022. He has also been active in industry associations and has held the position of Vice President of the Malaysian Oil & Gas Services Council from 2016 to 2020 and as Advisor from 2020 to 2022 as well as EXCO in the Malaysian OSV Owners Association (MOSVA) from 2020 to 2022.
Ahmad Fazmee Baharuden
Head of Sabah Assets, Hibiscus Petroleum
Speaker for Panel Session 1: Driving Excellence in Asset Management & Operations
Fazmee brings over 17 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, with extensive leadership, technical, commercial, and operational experience from in managing both greenfield and mature field assets. As Head of Operated Asset Sabah, he manages offshore operations at North Sabah and Kinabalu, LCOT Terminal and the Support team in Kota Kinabalu. Prior to Hibiscus, he worked with ExxonMobil Malaysia and PETRONAS Carigali. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Ohio State University, USA.
Faiz Latip
Founder & CEO of SEMARAK Solutions Sdn Bhd
Moderator for Panel Session 2: Building an Energy-Skilled Sabah: Talent, TVET, Certification & Workforce Transition
Faiz Latip is an engineer-turned-entrepreneur, dedicated to empower talent and business performance in Oil, Gas & Energy industry. He is the Founder & CEO of SEMARAK Solutions Sdn. Bhd., an independent company specialising in training, consultancy and technology solutions. The organisation is a PETRONAS-licensed company and a HRD Corp-registered training provider, currently offering more than 120 professional courses through a global network of 30 subject matter experts. Since 2020, the company has served over 80 corporate clients across 9 countries, supporting organisational capability and talent development initiatives. Faiz was elected as an EXCO Member of The Malaysian Oil, Gas & Energy Services Council (MOGSC), the largest industry association representing the interests of the Oil, Gas & Energy industry in Malaysia for the term of 2024/2026. He also served as the focal point for the Competency & Capability Development Working Group (CCWG), after previously serving as the Chairperson of CCWG for two terms since 2021. Prior to his entrepreneurial journey, Faiz gained technical industry experience with Halliburton as a Completions Tools Trainee Engineer and with Baker Hughes as a Wireline Services Field Engineer in Malaysia and the U.A.E. Faiz graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Petroleum Engineering from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), where he also served as President of the Society of Petroleum Engineers UTM Student Chapter and led the chapter to win the 2013 Global Outstanding Student Chapter Award. Beyond his professional roles, Faiz is an active speaker, moderator, and host at both local and international industry events. He is also a HRD Corp Accredited Trainer, a registered Professional Technologist (Ts.) with the Malaysia Board of Technologists (MBOT), and a member of the Energy Institute (EI) and Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE).
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Nazliyah Mohd Ali
Vice President, Sector Development, MyMAHIR, TalentCorp Malaysia
Speaker for Panel Session 2: Building an Energy-Skilled Sabah: Talent, TVET, Certification & Workforce Transition
Nazliyah Mohd Ali currently leads key portfolios in Oil and Gas, Energy and Power, ICT, Communications and Multimedia (Telco & Broadcasting) under Sector Development, MyMAHIR at TalentCorp. She has cultivated strong relationships with leading industry players and associations, driving impactful collaborations to advance national talent development. With over 20 years of experience spanning client management, business development, and sales across property development, advertising, and banking, Nazliyah joined TalentCorp in 2012, initially overseeing Malaysian diasporas engagement and industry partnerships. She he later moved to Sector Development, where she continues to lead strategic engagement with employers to address mismatches between talent supply and market demand. Prior to TalentCorp, she served as Client Management Manager at a public relations agency, managing high-profile corporate accounts across diverse sectors. Nazliyah holds an Honours Degree in Business Administration (Marketing) from Universiti Teknologi MARA.
Ahmad Munir Akram Ahmad Faiz
Head of Human Capital Investment, PETRONAS
Speaker for Panel Session 2: Building an Energy-Skilled Sabah: Talent, TVET, Certification & Workforce Transition
Munir Faiz is currently heading the Human Capital Investment in PETRONAS. He oversees three key portfolios namely; creating STEM interest amongst school children, supporting the development of TVET talents for oil and gas and managing the prestigious PETRONAS scholarship program. Prior to this role, he was the CHRO for PETRONAS Dagangan Berhad. He has over 25 years of experience in both business and HRM, including a third of his career as an expatriate in three countries; Egypt, Canada, and India, where he served as CEO of a new PETRONAS venture. Munir is passionate on talent development and empowering his team to greater heights. He holds a Masters in Business Psychology from Heriot Watt University and a Chartered Fellow, CIPD.
Noor Azura Hasran
Head of OGSE Talent & Bumiputera Unit
Malaysia Petroleum Resources Corporation
Speaker for Panel Session 2: Building an Energy-Skilled Sabah: Talent, TVET, Certification & Workforce Transition
Noor Azura Hasran currently leads the OGSE Talent & Bumiputera Unit, Operations Department for Malaysia Petroleum Resources Corporation (MPRC), an agency under the Ministry of Economy. She manages talent development strategies, the Industry Talent Framework(InTAF), capability-building programmes, and career promotion initiatives to strengthen Malaysia’s Oil & Gas Services and Equipment (OGSE) industry workforce, in line with one of the key targets in the National OGSE Industry Blueprint 2021-2030 (OGSE Blueprint) of 60,000 skilled and semi-skilled talents by 2030. With over 17 years of experience in human capital and industry development, she has held a key role at Human Resource Development Corporation (HRD Corp.), where she contributed to national human capital strategies and policy under the National Human Resource Centre (NHRC); SME Corporation Malaysia (SME Corp.), where she supported small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) development through financial assistance, entrepreneurship programmes, and international partnerships; and Construction Industry Development Board Malaysia (CIDB Malaysia), where she was involved in G2G collaborations, inter-ministerial coordination, and trade missions to promote Malaysian construction capabilities. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (International Business) from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM).
Professor Dato’ Sr. Dr. Azimuddin Bahari
Vice Chancellor, North Borneo University College
Speaker for Panel Session 2: Building an Energy-Skilled Sabah: Talent, TVET, Certification & Workforce Transition
Prof. Dato’ Dr. Azimuddin Bahari is a highly experienced professional with extensive expertise in Land Administration, Property Management, Environmental Management, and Sustainable Development. He holds a PhD along with multiple academic and professional qualifications in surveying, public administration, information systems, and law. He currently serves as the Vice-Chancellor of North Borneo University College, Chief Executive Officer of AB Property Management Solution, and Director of UDA Holdings Berhad, while also holding leadership roles in professional bodies. With over three decades of experience in both public and private sectors, he has held senior positions in government, including Deputy Secretary General at the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment and CEO of Kumpulan Semesta Sdn. Bhd. Internationally, he has represented Malaysia as a lead negotiator in environmental agreements, including FTAs and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). He has also contributed significantly to national policies and legislation related to land, environment, and biodiversity. In academia, he is actively involved in teaching, research, publications, and postgraduate supervision. He has authored books and journal papers, particularly in property and land management. His contributions have been recognized through multiple public service excellence awards and state honours.
Day 2 - Friday, 26 June 2026 @ Sipadan Hall 1, Level 4
SOGDC (TBC)
Keynote Address
Ts. Mohammad Nur Ikhwan Sunoto
Executive Committee, Malaysian Oil, Gas & Energy Services Council
Moderator for Panel Session 3: Local Vendor Empowerment: Strengthening the Sabahan Energy Supply Chain
Ikhwan Sunoto is a strong advocate for smarter, transparent, sustainable, and fair business practices. Currently serves as an Executive Committee (Asset Integrity & Sabah Region) for the Malaysian Oil, Gas and Energy Services Council (MOGSC), and as the Community Outreach Chairperson for the Society of Petroleum Engineers Kuala Lumpur (SPE KL), he believes that business should contribute meaningfully to the community, environment, and social development - not just profits. Ikhwan holds a degree in Quantity Surveying from Universiti Teknologi MARA and has completed executive education at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, with a focus on mergers and acquisitions. He is a Chartered Professional Technologist (Ts.) with the Malaysia Board of Technologists (MBOT) and an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) registered with the UK Engineering Council through the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). Born and raised in Sabah, his career spans both domestic and international markets, covering roles in operations and business leadership. He has held key positions at Tidal Group of Companies, EPOMS, Bumi Armada, bp, Baker Hughes, Schlumberger, PETRONAS, and Sapura Energy. Ikhwan is currently the Managing Principal of Synergene Sdn Bhd, a venture builder and strategic investment company focused on sustainable and equitable technologies in diversified industries, with focus on the energy sector.
Ministry of Industry, Entrepreneurship & Transport, Sabah (TBC)
Speaker for Panel Session 3: Local Vendor Empowerment: Strengthening the Sabahan Energy Supply Chain
Masnahwih Nawe
Chief Executive Officer, Nawie Oilfields Services
Speaker for Panel Session 3: Local Vendor Empowerment: Strengthening the Sabahan Energy Supply Chain
Sharki S. Hussin
Chief Executive Officer, Puncak Kinabalu Oil & Gas Sdn Bhd
Speaker for Panel Session 3: Local Vendor Empowerment: Strengthening the Sabahan Energy Supply Chain
Sharki S. Hussin is currently the Chief Executive Officer of Puncak Kinabalu Oil & Gas Sdn Bhd, leading the company’s strategic direction, operational excellence and long-term business expansion within the Oil & Gas industry. With more than 20 years of experience in Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Commissioning (EPCC), he possesses extensive knowledge and hands-on expertise in upstream, midstream and downstream Oil & Gas developments, covering fabrication, piping systems, maintenance, shutdown activities and offshore engineering services. He holds a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Linton University College and started his professional career as a Piping Engineer, where he gained valuable international exposure by working on overseas Oil & Gas projects. His technical competency and project management capabilities enabled him to contribute to complex engineering and construction works involving multinational companies and large-scale industrial developments. After returning to Malaysia, Sharki S. Hussin became actively involved in numerous mega EPCC projects across the country, particularly in Sabah and Labuan. Throughout his career, he has worked closely with major industry players including SBM Offshore for EPCC Siakap north-Patai development Project in Labuan. His experience includes Maintenance, piping installation, structural works, fabrication management, project coordination and execution of critical Oil & Gas operations. As a strong advocate for local industry participation, he is committed to developing Sabah-based capabilities and empowering local talents within the Oil & Gas sector. Under his leadership, Puncak Kinabalu Oil & Gas Sdn Bhd continues to expand its role as a competitive Bumiputera contractor focusing on gas pipeline construction, EPCC services, fabrication yard development, plant maintenance and offshore support services. Sharki S. Hussin also plays an important role in driving the company’s vision towards becoming one of Sabah’s leading Oil & Gas service providers with strong emphasis on safety, quality, operational integrity and sustainable growth. He believes in building strategic collaborations with industry stakeholders, government agencies and international partners to strengthen local participation in the nation’s energy industry. With his combination of technical expertise, operational experience and leadership capabilities, he continues to lead Puncak Kinabalu Oil & Gas Sdn Bhd towards greater achievements in supporting Malaysia’s growing Oil & Gas and energy sector.
Sharmilee Sagadavin
CETCO Energy Services
Moderator for Crystal Ball: Driving Energy Innovation through Technology
Sharmilee brings over two decades of leadership experience across oil & gas, technology commercialization, and Islamic finance. An active contributor within MOGSC, she supports the advancement of Malaysian innovators and drives industry collaboration on high‑impact technology initiatives. She works closely with PETRONAS on the integration of advanced solutions to enhance operational performance and sustainability, while partnering with universities to strengthen applied R&D and commercialization pathways. Known for bridging industry, government, and academia, she combines strategic insight with strong commercial acumen to accelerate the development and global readiness of home‑grown technologies.
Shell Malaysia (TBC)
Panel Speaker for Crystal Ball: Driving Energy Innovation through Technology
Ts. Izwan Adnan
Vice President - Malaysian Business Council - UAE
Founder, IACS International LLC
Panel Speaker for Crystal Ball: Driving Energy Innovation through Technology
Izwan Adnan is a trilingual Malaysian energy executive with over 21 years of international upstream experience across Malaysia, the Middle East, Latin America, Sudan, and the Caspian region. He blends deep technical expertise in reservoir engineering with corporate strategy, M&A advisory, and governance. As former Technical Head at Dragon Oil, he delivered major appraisal campaigns and matured over 200 MMstb of reserves. Izwan is the first Malaysian Chairman of the SPE Dubai & Northern Emirates Section and currently serves as Vice President of the Malaysian Business Council UAE. Founder of IACS International LLC, he advises cross‑border market entry and energy transition strategies. Recognised as Energy Leader of the Year at Tech Horizons 2030 Awards, he mentors international professionals and is a sought‑after panelist on AI and digitalisation in energy. He holds an MBA from Edinburgh Business School and a BSc in Chemical Engineering from Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS.
Dr Madhu Krishna Menon
Principal Engineer
Rockfield Technologies Australia Pty Ltd
Panel Speaker for Crystal Ball: Driving Energy Innovation through Technology
Dr Madhu Krishna Menon has extensive experience in the Hydrocarbon, Mining and Utility industries. He currently works in the field of Engineering Asset Management, specialising on data-driven solutions for industrial problems. His recent work with mining and utility clients has been in maintenance strategy evaluation and optimisation, life-cycle asset management and facility downtime reduction. He teaches subjects in Asset Management, Risk Engineering and Systems Safety at a public university in Australia as an Engineering Academic. Madhu is enthusiastic in developing pathways for asset-intensive organisations to implement Predictive Maintenance without making significant infrastructure investments, thereby accelerating the digital transformation of asset management function. His focus is on value creation by applying domain knowledge-grounded AI techniques on existing industrial data sources like machinery vibration signals, SCADA systems and unstructured technical text. The solutions are centred around the practical requirements of asset state estimation, anomaly detection, degradation modelling and Remaining Useful Life estimation. By shifting the focus from reactive responses to evidence-based intervention decisions for critical systems and machinery, this approach generates practical pathways for clients to leverage AI-enabled asset condition monitoring. From 2004 to 2016, Madhu held the positions of Senior Engineer and later Staff Engineer for Rotating Machinery at the Sabah Operations of PETRONAS Carigali Sdn Bhd. In this role, he evaluated plant modification proposals, conducted feasibility studies, led multi-disciplinary start-up readiness audits for greenfield oil and gas processing facilities and drove root cause failure analysis for high-impact asset failures. He also developed and implemented maintenance strategies, reliability plans and asset integrity frameworks for critical rotating equipment including gas turbines, compressors and pumps. Madhu formerly worked as Machinery Engineer with Larson & Toubro-Chiyoda (India), where he contributed to Detailed Engineering to the Ras-Laffan LNG project in Qatar. He has also worked as Mechanical Engineer in downstream facilities including polymer and fertilizer plants in India. Qualifications and Professional Registrations Madhu holds a PhD in Data-Driven Decision-Making for Predictive Maintenance, a Master of Maintenance and Reliability Engineering and a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering. He is a Chartered Professional Engineer with Engineers Australia, Chartered Engineer and Member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers UK, Registered Professional Engineer in Queensland and a Fellow of the Institution of Engineers India.
Datuk Dr Rafiq Idris
Vice Chancellor
University College Sabah Foundation (UCSF)
Moderator for Panel Session 3: Industrial Development & Investment Opportunities in Sabah’s O&G & Clean Energy Sectors
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Datuk Haji (Datu) Rosmadi bin Datu Sulai, JP
Chief Coordinating Officer, SMJ Secretariat
Speaker for Panel Session 3: Industrial Development & Investment Opportunities in Sabah’s O&G & Clean Energy Sectors
Datuk Rosmadi stands as one of the visionary leaders within the Sabah State Government, renowned for his unwavering dedication to public service and transformative leadership. His intellectual journey took him to the esteemed halls of Southern Illinois University where he attained a degree in Sociology and master’s in public administration from California State University, following his formative education at Sabah College. His career in the civil service began humbly in 1980 as a general clerk. Through dedication, perseverance, and a clear vision for progress, he steadily rose through the ranks to hold key leadership roles in the state administration. Throughout his career, which spans more than four decades, he has held numerous key positions across various sectors of state government, including in human capital management, tourism and cultural sector, as well as in community welfare. Over decades, Datuk Rosmadi has earned a reputation for his strategic insights and innovative approach to governance. What truly sets Datuk Rosmadi apart is his unconventional and strategic mindset. He is best known for his signature tagline, “thinking without a box,” which encourage the civil servants to have a new way of thinking as well as to approach challenges with unconventional perspectives and finally come up with a forward-thinking solution. Now, Datuk Rosmadi serves as the Chief Coordinating Officer of Sabah Maju Jaya Secretariat. His role involves overseeing key initiatives aimed at driving economic development through Blue Economy as well as eradicating hardcore poverty in Sabah. As the chief mechanic behind the Pelan Pembangunan Sabah Maju Jaya 1.0, he is responsible for ensuring that the blueprint’s strategic pillars are effectively implemented and aligned with both state and national development goals.
Dr Firdausi Suffian
Associate Professor, Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Sabah
Speaker for Panel Session 3: Industrial Development & Investment Opportunities in Sabah’s O&G & Clean Energy Sectors
Associate Professor Dr. Firdausi Suffian is a political economist at the Faculty of Administrative Science and Policy Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Sabah. He previously served as the Chief Executive Officer of Invest Sabah Berhad, the Investment Promotion Agency for the State of Sabah under the Ministry of Industrial Development, Entrepreneurship and Transport. His research and professional work focus on political economy, industrial policy, and institutional reform. Drawing on his experience as both an academic and former CEO, he bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world governance and policy implementation, offering a nuanced understanding of the complex dynamics shaping economic development. His work examines how state institutions, public investment strategies, and policy frameworks influence structural transformation and regional economic competitiveness. During his tenure at Invest Sabah Berhad, Dr. Firdausi spoke as a keynote speaker and panellist at high-level global forums, government engagements, and business chambers on investment, economic development, and sustainability. He played a role in shaping several strategic initiatives for the Sabah government, including the Blue Economy framework, Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) development strategies, and industrial park development. He also facilitated collaborations with Petronas to promote oil and gas development in Sabah’s East Coast.while advising the state government on various aspects of investment promotion, industrial strategy, and economic development policy. Dr. Firdausi is a visiting lecturer at Mondragon University, Spain, and serves on the Industry Advisory Board at the University of Nottingham Malaysia and Universiti Sultan Azlan Shah. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Bristol (UK), a Master of Public Policy from the Australian National University (ANU), and a First-Class Honours degree from UiTM, Malaysia.
Vincent Soh
Founder & CEO MoneySave P2P Crowdfunding Malaysia
Speaker for Panel Session 3: Industrial Development & Investment Opportunities in Sabah’s O&G & Clean Energy Sectors
Vincent Soh is the CEO & Founder of Moneysave, a leading P2P Crowdfunding Platform that is regulated by Securities Commission Malaysia. Todate, Moneysave has Crowdfunded >RM400m to more than 100 SMEs in Malaysia in various industries such as Semicon, Oil & Gas, Electronics, Education, Water Tech, Food Manufacturing and even Listed Companies. Moneysave specialises in Project and Contract Financing, Factoring, CAPEX Investments and can finance up to RM25m per SME without Collateral. Prior to founding Moneysave, Vincent has held key roles in Hong Leong Group, Eastspring Investments,KPMG and Kenanga Investment Group. For the next 3 years, Moneysave targets to Crowdfund another RM1bil to 1,000 Malaysian Companies and empower 100,000 families.
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Ts. Sharifah Zaida Nurlisha Syed Ibrahim
Chief Executive Officer, MMC Oil & Gas Engineering Sdn Bhd
Moderator for Special Industry Dialogue: Government–Industry - Academia Collaboration Roundtable: Aligning Policy, Industry Needs & Talent Pipelines to Accelerate Sabah’s Energy Ambitions Toward 2040
Ts. Sharifah Zaida Nurlisha Binti Syed Ibrahim is the Chief Executive Officer of MMC Oil & Gas Engineering Sdn Bhd, bringing over 36 years of extensive experience in the oil and gas industry. Her expertise spans the full project lifecycle, from conceptual design through Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation, and Commissioning (EPCIC), across both domestic and international projects. She began her professional career in 1990 as an Instrument Engineer with Sime Engineering. In 1995, she joined MMC Oil & Gas Engineering, where she progressively advanced through various project management and leadership roles before assuming her current position as Chief Executive Officer. Sharifah Zaida holds a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (Honours) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Nottingham, England. In addition to her corporate leadership, she has made significant contributions to industry governance and professional development through numerous leadership appointments. These include: · Malaysian Oil, Gas & Energy Services Council (MOGSC) President (2016–2022); Advisor (2024–2026) · Malaysian Oil, Gas & Energy Engineering Council (MOGEC) President (2025–2027); Vice President (2021–2025); Executive Council Member (2019–2021) · Malaysian Board of Technologists (MBOT) Board Member (2018–2020); Chair, Women Technologist Chapter (2022–2026) · Centre for Women Advancement and Leadership (CWAL), Universiti Kuala Lumpur Cluster Head for Engineering & Energy (2022–2024) · Malaysian Consortium of Mid-Tier Companies (MCMTC) Council Member (2022–present) · Majlis Penasihat & Perunding Wanita (MPPW) Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development Council Member (2018–2020), providing advisory input and promoting women’s empowerment in Malaysia. She also serves on the boards of Doris MMC Sdn Bhd and the Government–Industry TVET Coordination Body (GITC). Most recently, she was appointed Chairperson of the MyMahir Future Skills Talent Council (FSTC) for the Oil & Gas sector. Sharifah Zaida has been actively involved as a judge for several prestigious industry awards, including: 1. Bentley Systems’ Global “Be Inspired” Awards (2012–2014) 2. CIDB “CEO of the Year” Awards (three consecutive years) 3. MBOT “Woman Technologist of the Year” Award (2024) 4. Star Outstanding Business Awards (SOBA) 2025 Her leadership and strong advocacy for women in technology and engineering have earned her widespread recognition, including being named among the Top 50 Women Energy Leaders in Developing Economies (2017), receiving the MBOT Woman Leadership Award (2023), and being featured in “Women in Energy: Pioneers, Innovators, and Change Makers in Malaysia” (2025).
Ministry of Industry, Entrepreneurship & Transport, Sabah (TBC)
Panel Speaker for Special Industry Dialogue: Government–Industry - Academia Collaboration Roundtable: Aligning Policy, Industry Needs & Talent Pipelines to Accelerate Sabah’s Energy Ambitions Toward 2040
Ir Firouz Asnan
President, Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (TBC)
Panel Speaker for Special Industry Dialogue: Government–Industry- Academia Collaboration Roundtable: Aligning Policy, Industry Needs & Talent Pipelines to Accelerate Sabah’s Energy Ambitions Toward 2040
President, Malaysian Oil, Gas & Energy Services Council
Panel Speaker for Special Industry Dialogue: Government–Industry- Academia Collaboration Roundtable: Aligning Policy, Industry Needs & Talent Pipelines to Accelerate Sabah’s Energy Ambitions Toward 2040
Khalisha Sharifah
Director, Fragomen, Malaysia
Panel Speaker for Special Industry Dialogue: Government–Industry - Academia Collaboration Roundtable: Aligning Policy, Industry Needs & Talent Pipelines to Accelerate Sabah’s Energy Ambitions Toward 2040
Khalisha is a Director at Fragomen Malaysia with more than a decade of experience in Malaysia inbound immigration. Since beginning her career in 2012 at a prominent legal firm, she has built deep expertise in immigration processes and compliance, advising both multinational and local companies on all aspects of Malaysia immigration. In 2014, Khalisha joined Fragomen and was among the pioneers instrumental in establishing and growing the firm’s Kuala Lumpur office. She later played a pivotal role in expanding Fragomen’s presence to East Malaysia, further strengthening the firm’s footprint in the region. Today, Khalisha leads a team of immigration consultants and analysts, providing strategic guidance to organizations navigating complex immigration requirements. She actively engages with government stakeholders, offering constructive feedback to improve Malaysia’s immigration framework. Her commitment is to ensure that policies are streamlined, business‑friendly, and aligned with global standards, enabling Malaysia to remain competitive in attracting and retaining international talent.
Ts. Tung Chee Kuan, KMN, PKT
President, Technological Association of Malaysia
Panel Speaker for Special Industry Dialogue: Government–Industry - Academia Collaboration Roundtable: Aligning Policy, Industry Needs & Talent Pipelines to Accelerate Sabah’s Energy Ambitions Toward 2040
Ts Tung Chee Kuan is the President of the Technological Association Malaysia (TAM). He is also the Group President of Peninsula Higher Education Group, The Ship Campus, Penang. Graduated with First Class Honours in Engineering (UMIST) and MSc in Industrial Education and Technology, he has dedicated 38 years of service to the Ministry of Higher Education, in which he oversaw planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of large-scale physical facilities, spearheaded development in (TVET) when he directed Polytechnic Banting, and pioneered a sustainable academia-industry collaborative model as the Director of Industry Liaison and Employability. Beyond his leadership roles, he serves as the President of Technological Association Malaysia (TAM), a member of the Engineering Technology Accreditation Council (ETAC), and an appointed assessor for the Malaysia Board of Technologists (MBOT). A Professional Technologist and ASEAN Engineering Technologist, he frequently shares insights at regional and international forums. His recent professional contribution include Asean Higher Education Leadership Forum 2025, Asean-China AI Convention, Kuala Lumpur Engineering Forum including a featured appearance on TV3’s Money Matters discussing the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on modern industry. His community involvement include being the Honorary Judge for the Creative Young Entrepreneur Award, organised by JCI Malaysia and Shortlist Judge for the 2021 Reimagine Education Awards, jointly organised by QS and Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He has also been invited as a guest speaker for MBOT ThursWeb where he shared his insights on TVET.