ACEM Sabah Urges Faster Approvals and Fair Professional Fees at AGM
The Association of Consulting Engineers Malaysia (ACEM) Sabah Branch held its Annual General Meeting in Kota Kinabalu, where Ir Benny Song was re-elected as Branch Chairman for a second term. In his address, Song emphasized the 'Sabah First' policy, advocating for the prioritization of local engineering talent and consultancies in state projects. He highlighted significant challenges facing the industry, including rising operational costs due to new government policies and levies. Song called on local authorities to streamline plan approval processes and reduce bureaucratic red tape to enhance business efficiency and economic sustainability. Additionally, he issued a strong advisory to members against under-cutting professional fees, urging strict adherence to the Board of Engineers Malaysia Scale of Fees to maintain industry value amidst escalating costs. The meeting also celebrated the appointment of Immediate Past Chairman Datuk Ir Chin Shu Ying as a State Assemblyman, with the committee pledging collaboration to modernize obsolete construction by-laws. A new executive committee lineup was elected to support these initiatives, aiming to navigate regulatory hurdles and promote resilience within the engineering fraternity through a united voice.
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ACEM Sabah Urges Faster Approvals and Fair Professional Fees at AGM
The Association of Consulting Engineers Malaysia (ACEM) Sabah Branch held its Annual General Meeting in Kota Kinabalu, where Ir Benny Song was re-elected as Branch Chairman for a second term. In his address, Song emphasized the 'Sabah First' policy, advocating for the prioritization of local engineering talent and consultancies in state projects. He highlighted significant challenges facing the industry, including rising operational costs due to new government policies and levies. Song called on local authorities to streamline plan approval processes and reduce bureaucratic red tape to enhance business efficiency and economic sustainability. Additionally, he issued a strong advisory to members against under-cutting professional fees, urging strict adherence to the Board of Engineers Malaysia Scale of Fees to maintain industry value amidst escalating costs. The meeting also celebrated the appointment of Immediate Past Chairman Datuk Ir Chin Shu Ying as a State Assemblyman, with the committee pledging collaboration to modernize obsolete construction by-laws. A new executive committee lineup was elected to support these initiatives, aiming to navigate regulatory hurdles and promote resilience within the engineering fraternity through a united voice.
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