Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) has further solidified its position as the leading marine-focussed university when it was recognized internationally for its laboratory facilities.

During the recent launching of MS ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation, UMT Vice Chancellor Prof. Ts. Dr. Mohd Zamri Ibrahim announced the latest recognition for research laboratories at the Institute of Tropical Aquaculture and Fisheries (AKUATROP), making it the fourth institute at UMT to have received the accreditation certification from the Department of Standards Malaysia.

The recognition serves as proof of UMT’s commitment towards research and innovation activities that comply with the international standards. MS ISO/IEC 17025:2017 consists of lab management and service standards that have been recognized globally, which ensures that UMT laboratories are able to provide high quality services that meet the needs of customers and the latest regulations.

Prof. Zamri said the recognition not only serves a proof of UMT’s ability to provide professional and skilled workforce but also reflects the university’s determination to maintain its relevance amidst the global changes and challenges.

 “Effective quality management helps UMT improve work efficiency and contribute towards excellent services and academic achievement.”

“In an effort to increase its global competitiveness, UMT has had four of its laboratories being accredited, including AKUATROP’s Aquatic Nutritional Technology Laboratory. The recognition has also fortified AKUATROP’s status as a Higher Institution Centre of Excellence (HICoE) for aquaculture and fisheries,” he said.

According to Prof. Zamri, UMT intends to infuse creativity and innovation in work procedures, focussing on high quality research outcomes that benefit society and the nation.

He urged all parties at UMT to maintain the momentum and continue giving the best commitment towards research excellence.

The recognition of UMT laboratories as international reference centres serves as proof of the university’s dedication in pioneering innovative research that meets the current needs.  

The recognition has further solidified the role of UMT as leader in the field of marine science and aquaculture, and is in line with Malaysia’s aspiration of becoming a global educational and research hub.

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