Introduction to MTC
The construction of Marine Technology Center was completed in December 1996. Situated in the main campus of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia in Johor Bahru.
Foreword by Director
It gives me great pleasure at this auspices time to introduce the MARINE TECHNOLOGY CENTRE (MTC) through its inaugural website. This website earmarks the role and contribution that MTC will bestow to the maritime community. As the first director of the center, it is my wish that this will be a relishing start for the MTC to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in marine technology. It is also my solemn desire to chart MTC’s path into a research center that delivers the greatest benefit to mankind.
MTC started with a visionary idea and over a span of about 20 years develops from its initial flicker into a full pledge marine research station. The MTC is now equipped with good scientific equipment, strong willed personnel and a farfetched dream of becoming a premier marine research center.
MTC has contributed and will continue to contribute significantly in the advancement of knowledge in marine technology, the development of maritime industry and the betterment of environment.
Introduction
Marine Technology Center (formerly known as Marine Technology Laboratory) was established in 1996 and officially opened by our 4th Prime Minister, Tun Dr. Mahathir bin Mohamad in 1999 and was upgraded to Marine Technology Center in 2003 by Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). It is the only hydrodynamic center in the country and fulfill the following functions:
* Provides teaching facilities for Marine Technology undergraduate students.
* Facilitate R & D work for academic staff and post-graduate students.
* Serves the Marine Technology needs of the marine industry by providing ship model testing and associated services.
The Center is a member of International Towing Tank Conference (ITTC) since 1998.