International Colloquium between Faculty of Built Environment, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) & Faculty of Earth Sciences and Technology – (ITB)

On 5th May 2025, the Geodesy and Geomatics Engineering study program, Faculty of Earth Sciences and Technology (FITB) at Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB) welcomed a delegation from the Faculty of Built Environment, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), for an International Colloquium aimed at strengthening academic and research collaboration between the two institutions.

The guests were formally welcomed by the Head of the Postgraduate Geodesy and Geomatics Engineering Study Program, @dudy.wijaya , and @brianbramanto (lecturer from Sains Rekayasa dan Inovasi Geodesi Research Group) who opened the event and expressed support for continued academic engagement between both faculties.

The program featured a series of activities including a guided tour showcasing @labsurtaitb ‘s facilities, a visit to the office of Ikatan Mahasiswa Geodesi (IMG @imgitb ) to engage with student initiatives, and a campus tour to introduce UTM guests to ITB’s academic environment. A highlight of the colloquium was an informal yet insightful discussion session with Prof. Dr. Ir. Hasanuddin Z. Abidin, M.Sc. Eng., ( @hz_abidin ) former Director of Badan Informasi Geospasial, who shared his expertise in geospatial science and institutional development.

The event concluded with a roundtable discussion and presentation of current and future research agendas from both faculties, encouraging knowledge exchange and identifying potential avenues for joint research projects. This colloquium marked a meaningful step toward deeper cooperation in the fields of geodesy, urban planning, and environmental studies.

Special thanks to @suryadiput @rachman_rizqi @ilman.gandana @r.perdana_ @angga.hdyy @raflymaharazi041101 who kindly served as enthusiastic and knowledgeable tour guides, helping to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout the event.