On October 11, 2024, our team (Food Technology), headed by Prof. Ir. Ts. Dr. Aminuddin bin Abu, Ir. Ts. Dr. Mariam Firdhaus binti Mad Nordin, and I visited the Centre of Food Science & Technology (TCH-CFoST) at Politeknik Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah (POLISAS), Kuantan, Pahang, as part of our Kajian Feasibility Rasionalisasi TVET and to gather insights for the establishment of TCH.

We were warmly welcomed by En. Nor Azian bin Nordin, Head of the Department of Food Technology, shared valuable information on POLISAS’s facilities, expertise, and initiatives. Recognised as a leading hub for food technology, POLISAS has an impressive track record in research, innovation, and industry collaboration.

Our visit included a tour of laboratories and specialised workspaces, where we observed hands-on training and innovative food product development in action. We also conducted interviews with students, gaining valuable perspectives on their learning experiences, industry exposure, and career aspirations in the food technology sector.

This engagement provided us with a comprehensive understanding of POLISAS’s operational framework, infrastructure, and academic-industry linkages — insights that will be instrumental in our feasibility study and in shaping the development of TCH.