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International Industries Ltd. (IIL) Goes Green with Installation of
1 MW Solar Power System

on 20/06/2023

International Industries Limited (IIL), Pakistan’s largest manufacturer & exporter of steel and polymer pipes, proudly announces the successful commissioning of a state-of-the-art 1 MW solar power system at IIL Factory 1 in Karachi.
This initiative marks a significant step towards IIL’s larger commitment to sustainability and reducing its environmental footprint by installing a total of 4MW of renewable energy across all its factory locations.
“We are thrilled to unveil our new solar power system, which represents our strong commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship,” said Mr. Sohail R. Bhojani, CEO of International Industries Limited. “By harnessing renewable energy, we are not only reducing our carbon footprint but also demonstrating our dedication to responsible business practices and to contributing towards a greener future for Pakistan and the world at large”, he further added.
Aside from the significant contribution to carbon footprint reduction, the solar power system is expected to generate substantial cost savings for International Industries Limited over its operational lifespan. By relying on solar energy, the company will significantly reduce its dependence on conventional power, thereby mitigating the impact of rising energy costs and enhancing its long-term financial sustainability.

Students of Dawood University Visit Industries

on 20/06/2023

Under the Leadership of Chairman of the Department of Metallurgy and Materials Engineering, Dawood University of Engineering and Technology Karachi Dr. Sajid Hussain Siyal arranged batch wise one day Industrial Visits for different 1st Year, 2nd Year, 3rd Year and Final Students.
These visits are very important, especially for engineering students. These programs can be a powerful tool to constitute a positive industrial climate and can range from basic manufacturing system programs for students. Overall, the aim of all these visits is to train the students to adapt to the changing scenario of technology.
After these visits, students can identify their own efficiency and performance, which are important for their career, improving work efficiency and confidence. Industrial visits are an integral part of engineering studies and acknowledgment of technological up­gradation. The purpose of an industrial visit for students is to provide technical knowledge and awareness of the technological developments in the industry and to understand the gap between theoretical and practical knowledge.
This experience can help students to get information regarding the functioning of various industries and associated problems and limitations.
Students benefited from these visits as they got the chance to discuss with in­charge officers and other engineers working in the industry. Students appreciated these visits. They said they got practical exposure and knowledge.

Open House at PNEC

on 20/06/2023

Pakistan Navy Engineering College (PNEC) successfully conducted Open-House and on-spot interviews on May 17, 2023. There were 32 projects on display, covering the disciplines of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering. Senior officials of HR/ technical representatives from 44 renowned industries visited PNEC to witness the projects.
Moreover, NUST Formula Student Team (NFST) and Team Shell-Eco Marathon displayed their vehicles at the venue. A general overview of the Naval Architecture Department and courses being offered at the Professional Development Centre (PDC) was also part of the event.
In addition, 06 companies conducted on-spot interviews at the Open-House, providing students with an opportunity to apply for jobs directly with industry. The technical acumen and professional conduct of the students was appreciated by the interviewers.

Building a Robust Engineering Career

on 20/06/2023

IEEE PES Chapter Karachi organized a technical Seminar, the third activity of the year 2023.
Following the recitation of the Holy Quran, the chairman, IEEE PES Ishtiaq ul Haq welcomed the participants and shared that IEEE PES is regularly conducting its activities intending to disseminate technical, relevant, and advanced knowledge on products and matters concerned with the engineering community.
Engr Asim Rasheed, the presenter of the moot carries more than 30 years of professional experience in various engineering and Management positions with world reputable Engineering companies in Pakistan and abroad. He is a well-established corporate trainer and management consultant.
The event was attended by more than 27 participants, mostly final-year students, young engineers, faculty members of universities, and senior engineers.
The topic was specially related to students and young engineers who took a keen interest in the topic. Senior engineers also shared their experiences and highlighted the skills to excel in today’s job market which is summarized below:
Analytical thinking, Creative thinking Curiosity & lifelong learning, Technological literacy, Quality control, leadership & social influence, etc
Engr. Asim Rashid mentioned in his presentation that we need to do a lot of work in the above areas in particular as Pakistan is ranked 146 of 158 countries, Pakistan’s score in the skill component of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development ( UNCTAD’s ) Frontier Technology Readiness Index 2019 is 0.09 out of 1, significantly lower than Indonesia’s score of 0.28, India’s 0.31, etc.
We have to focus on the Technical skill as well as the Soft skills of our young engineers.
In the end, he summarized the key points as a way forward for those who like to build robust engineering careers:
Have strong ethics and integrity, 2. Learn to lead; learn to follow, 3. Respect seniors and juniors, 4. Be a lifelong learner, 5. Develop communication skills, 6. Demonstrate a ‘can-do’ attitude, 7. Have a growth mindset, 8. Take charge of your career, 9. Business is a team sport and 10. Listen to learn
Engr. Ishtiaque ul Haque Chairman PES thanked Engr. Asim Rashid for his time & effort and for encouraging students and young professionals to join IEEE & PES society to get the maximum benefit of the enormous knowledge available on the platform.

Sir Syed University Secured the First Position in the Hackathon 2023

on 20/06/2023

FAST National University, Karachi Campus, organized the Developers, Hackathon 2023 competitions. Students of Sir Syed University of Engineering & Technology, Computer Science Department participated in this competition and Dinesh Kumar, Kashan Khan Gauri, Nameer Nasir, and Muhammad Zahid secured first position. Later they were also awarded a shield and a 20,000 cash prize.
Appreciating the efforts of students and teachers, Registrar SSUET, Commodore (R) Engr. Syed Sarfraz Ali urged them to participate in such activities in the future, while Prof. Dr. Muhammad Asif (Faculty of Computing and Applied Science and Faculty of Business Management Sciences) said that success is the result of the dedication of teachers and the hard work of students.