2009 - 2011 : THE INSTITUTION OF ENGINEERS, MALAYSIA

Memories at IEM from 2009 to 2011

IEM 50TH ANNUAL DINNER

ONE WORLD HOTEL

BANDAR UTAMA, PETALING JAYA

SELANGOR

18 APIRL 2009

The 50th IEM Annual Dinner was held at One World Hotel located in Bandar Utama, Petaling Jaya, Selangor on 18 April 2009.

Received a certificate of appreciation for 10 years of service with IEM.

The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia Engineering Week is organised to introduce and promote the engineering profession to the general public and the contribution of Engineers in Scientific and Technology development. 

IEM FAMILY DAY

TASIK TAMAN JAYA

PETALING JAYA, SELANGOR

16 MAY 2009

IEM Family Day for the year 2009 was held at Tasik Taman Jaya, Petaling Jaya, Selangor on 16 May 2009. 

It provides an opportunity for families to reconnect and strengthen their bonds through shared experiences and quality time spent together. 

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING TECHNICAL DIVISION COURSE

HOLIDAY INN GLENMARIE 

SHAH ALAM,. SELANGOR

30 JULY 2009

The EETD Course was conducted at the Holiday Inn Glenmarie, Shah Alam, Selangor on 30 July 2009. 

IEM BRAINSTORMING SESSION

BANGUNAN INGENIEUR

PETALING JAYA, SELANGOR

29 DECEMBER 2009

IEM Brainstorming Session for IEM Secretariat Staff was held at Bangunan Ingenieur at Petaling Jaya, Selangor on 29 December 2009. 

A Brainstorming Session is a collaborative meeting where participants generate ideas and solutions to a problem. They will discuss, draw out, explain and write down ideas to solve problems or to create something new. 

IEM 51ST ANNUAL DINNER

SIME DARBY CONVENTION CENTRE

JALAN BUKIT KIARA 1, KUALA LUMPUR

17 APRIL 2010

The IEM 51st Annual Dinner was held at the Sime Darby Convention Centre located at Jalan Kiara 1, Kuala Lumpur on 17 April 2010. 

Set in the vicinity of the prestigious Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club, it brings a new level of charm and sophistication to the art of meeting, exhibition and banquets. Less than 20 minutes from KL City Centre with access from 5 major highways. 

IEM 52 ANNUAL DINNER

PUTRAJAYA MARRIOTT HOTEL

IOI RESORT, SEPANG, SELANGOR

16 APRIL 2011

The IEM 52nd Annual Dinner was held at the Putrajaya Marriott Hotel located at IOI Resort, Sepang, Selangor on 16 April 2011. 

This is my last Annual Dinner with IEM after 12 years of working with IEM (1999 - 2011).

Receiving a Token of Appreciation from Ir. Cheong Thiam Fook, Chairman of the Mechanical Engineering Technical Division (METD) at Armada Hotel, Petaling Jaya, Selangor. This is my last meeting with METD after 12 years of handling meetings, courses, seminars, etc. with METD.

GOOD BYE IEM

(1999 - 2011)

Hj Zulheimy Maamor

Lembah Keramat, K.L

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IEM 46TH ANNUAL DINNER (2005)

IEM 46TH ANNUAL DINNER

SUNWAY CONVENTION CENTRE

BANDAR SUNWAY, SELANGOR

16 APRIL 2005

The event took place on Saturday, April 16, 2005 at the Sunway Convention Centre in Bandar Sunway, Selangor. The event was a significant gathering for the engineering fraternity and included a formal dinner and an awards ceremony. 

The Guest of Honor is Tan Sri Dr. Jamaluddin Jarjis, the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation. 

The Guest of Honor, Tan Sri Dr. Jamaluddin Jarjis, The Science, Technology and Innovation Minister. 

Sunway Lagoon Theme Park, specifically the large surf beach pool and surrounding structures. 

The distinctive architecture of the Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall complex, including the large Lion Head entrance and the adjacent hotel tower. 

The Sunway Convention Centre is now known as the Sunway Pyramid Convention Centre. It remains a key venue for convention, exhibitions and major events in the Sunway Complex in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. 

OTHER EVENT IN 2005

Mechanical Engineering Technical Division committee and IEM Staff on Website Training at the Midvalley, KL

2005 : IEM Staff Visit to South Korea

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METD NETWORKING AT FINNEGAN IRISH RESTAURANT

That looks like a fun set of throwback photos! It brings back memories of the Finnegan Irish Restaurant in Kuala Lumpur from 2005 and 2006.

Mechanical Engineering Technical Division (METD) of The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM) Seminar and Networking was held at Finnegan Irish Restaurant in 2005 and 2006, the caption places at Jalan Bukit Bintang, K.L. 

Finnegan Irish Restaurant was a popular Irish Pub and Restaurant chain in Kuala Lumpur, known for hosting gatherings and having a lively atmosphere. Several branches of Finnegan's operated across KL over the years like Bangsar,  Mid Valley, Desa Sri Hartamas and Changkat Bukit Bintang. 

However, Finnegan's on Changkat Bukit Bintang closed down around 2013

17 APRIL 2004: IEM 45TH ANNUAL DINNER

IEM 45TH ANNUAL DINNER

PALACE OF THE GOLDEN HORSES

17 APRIL 2004

IEM 45th Annual Dinner was held at the Palace of The Golden Horses, Seri Kembangan, Selangor on 17 April 2004. 

The Guest of Honour was Malaysian Prime Minister YAB Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad.

The central event of the evening was the conferment of the IEM Distinguished Honorary Fellowship to Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad by the then IEM President, Ir. Prof. Abang Abdullah Abang Ali . 

The Arrival of Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohammad being ushered along a red carpet by the IEM President. 

IEM Secretariat Staffs

An exterior view of the Majestic Palace of the Golden Horses Hotel, showcasing its unique architecture and the lake surrounding it. 

In 2004, Palace of the Golden Horses was widely recognise as one of Asia's Premier luxury establishments and a pivotal venue for international diplomacy. It was a world-class 5-star luxury hotel, known for its opulent Malaysian-Moorish architecture. The hotel remains part of the MINES Wellness City complex. 

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IEM ACTIVITIES IN THE YEAR 2002

IEM 43RD ANNUAL DINNER 

ISTANA HOTEL, KL

20 APRIL 2002

That looks like a wonderful memory! The 43rd Annual Dinner of The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM), which took place on 20 April 2002 at the Istana Hotel, Kuala Lumpur.

The Istana Hotel situated in the city's pretigious Golden Triangle, began operation in 1992. It featured 500 rooms, located at 73, Jalan Raja Chulan, close to key city landmarks like the KL Tower and a few minutes from major shopping malls.

Unfortunately, the Istana Hotel ceased operations permanently on 1 September 2021, after 30 years in business.It was one of the hotels that closed due to the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. It was later acquired by Tradewinds Corporation Berhad and is currently being transformed Waldorf Astoria in Malaysia open aroung 2024. 

ISO TRAINING

THE INSTITUTION OF ENGINEERS, MALAYSIA

AWANA GOLF & COUNTRY RESORT, GENTING HIGHLANDS

25-27 MAY 2002

ISO Training course organized by The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM), held at the Awana Golf & Country Resort (now Resorts World Awana) from May 25-27, 2002.

The training was most likely focused on the then-current version of the ISO 9000 series of standards, particularly ISO 9001, which deals with Quality Management Systems (QMS).

ISO standards are a set of international criteria for quality, safety, efficiency, and other management systems, and training is essential for implementation and certification. 

The Awana Golf and Country Resort is now known as Resort World Awana and has evolve into a nature-inspired resort destination within the Genting Highlands complex. It is currently rated 4 out of 5 stars. 

2002: Songkhla & Hatyai

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IEM ACTIVITIES IN THE YEAR 2001

GENTING VIEW RESORT 

In 2001, Genting View Resort was a 3-star, laid-back hillside hotel and condominium complex located in Genting Highlands, approximately 3,000 feet above sea level. It was known for its tranquil natural surroundings, offering a peaceful escape with a cool mountain climate.

The Resort was located off the main road to the main Genting Highlands resort area, about 10 km away from the casinos and hotels at the peak. It is about 40-45 minute drive from Kuala Lumpur via the Karak Highway.

I had my time at Genting View Resort in Genting Highland on February 17 & 18, 2001, while attending a meeting representing as the Secretariat Staff of The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (1999 - 2011). 

Standing outdoors with resort building (low-rise and the tall tower) and the surrounding forested hills in the background. 

The swimming pool area and a children's playground with a tree-house slide, set against the backdrop of the hilly, forested landscape and the resort buildings.

A Wide clear view of the resort buildings (the tall-tower & some low-rise structures) nestled in the lush green hills under a bright blue sky. 

The exterior of one of the resort buildings. 

The resort indeed is still operating today (2025) and appears to be a highly-rated place for a nature gateway. It is clearly thriving as a peaceful alternative to the busy hilltop of Genting Highlands. 

IEM 42ND ANNUAL DINNER

MANDARIN ORIENTAL HOTEL, K.L

21 APRIL 2001

The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM) held this specific dinner at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, on April 21, 2001.

IEM President, Y.Bhg. Dato' Ir. Dr Gue See Sew is accompanying Deputy Prime Minister, Dato' Sri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi during the IEM Dinner in 2001. 

Me and my wife

The Mandarin Oriental Hotel had opened to business in October 1998. It was strategically positioned in the heart of Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC) development, situated adjacent to the Iconic Petronas Twin Towers and fronting a 50-acre park. 

Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur is still operating today in December 2025.

2001: China: Beijing, Tianmen & Chengde

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2000 : THE MINT HOTEL KL AND PJ HILTON

The Mint Hotel of Kuala Lumpur

The Hotel was an operational three-star hotel located along the Kuala Lumpur-Seremban highway in May 2000.

• Location and Features:  In 2000, the hotel was situated at the 8th kilometer of the Kuala Lumpur-Seremban Highway, close to the Mines Exhibition Centre and the Selangor Turf Club race course. It had 413 guest rooms and amenities including a pool and a fitness center.
• Reputation Reviews from around that time described the hotel in extremely negative terms, referring to it as a "hell hole" with filthy conditions and issues with prostitution in the lobby area.
• Closure and Rebranding The hotel ceased operations in February 2005 due to financial difficulties and a defaulted loan. It was later auctioned and acquired by property tycoon Tan Sri Lee Kim Yew. The hotel underwent a major refurbishment and rebranding programme and is now known as the Nouvelle Hotel.

HOTEL PJ HILTON

These are wonderful throwback photos! It looks like you had a nice time with your colleagues from the Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM) at a staff lunch twenty-five years ago.

Event Details

• Occasion: IEM Staff Lunch
• Date: Monday, March 20, 2000
• Location: Hotel PJ Hilton (now Hilton Petaling Jaya), Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

About the Venue

• The Hilton Petaling Jaya is a well-known landmark in Petaling Jaya.
• The hotel originally opened as Jaya Puri before coming under Hilton management in 1982.
• In 2000, when your photos were taken, it was operating as the Petaling Jaya Hilton (or PJ Hilton).
• The search results show it is the longest-managed Hilton property in Malaysia.
• Based on the images showing a large, round table, the lunch was likely held in one of their dining outlets, such as the famous Toh Yuen Chinese Restaurant or perhaps the all-day dining restaurant, Paya Serai, both of which have been long-standing venues in the hotel.

It's fascinating to see the interior and exterior of the hotel from that time! The fourth picture clearly shows the main hotel tower.

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