KTA Book Prize Award for Curtin Malaysia’s top student in civil and construction engineering

Miri, Sarawak – 3 November 2026 – Curtin University Malaysia (Curtin Malaysia) student Tong Jian Hao has earned the 2025 KTA Book Prize for Best Civil and Construction Engineering Student, recognising his outstanding academic performance and commitment to the engineering discipline.

Sponsored by KTA (Sarawak) Sdn. Bhd., the annual award celebrates academic excellence while encouraging promising students to pursue professional distinction and contribute to the future of the civil and construction engineering industry. The partnership between KTA and Curtin Malaysia began in 2024, reflecting a shared commitment to nurturing the next generation of engineering talent.

Professor Raymond Chiong Choo Wee, Dean of Curtin Malaysia’s Faculty of Engineering and Science, congratulated Tong on his achievement and expressed appreciation for KTA’s continued support.

“Congratulations to Tong Jian Hao on receiving this award in recognition of his academic achievement and dedication. We are grateful to KTA for its continued support in encouraging excellence and nurturing future engineering professionals,” he said.

Associate Professor Wong Kwong Soon, Head of Curtin Malaysia’s Department of Civil and Construction Engineering, said the prize recognises the hard work and commitment required to excel in the discipline.

“Jian Hao has set a strong example for his peers through his dedication and pursuit of excellence. We are confident that he will continue to make meaningful contributions to the civil engineering profession and the wider community,” he said.

Through industry partnerships such as this, Curtin Malaysia continues to recognise student achievement, strengthen industry engagement and prepare graduates with the knowledge and skills to contribute to the engineering profession and Sarawak’s development.

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Meanwhile, KTA (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd is an established multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm in Malaysia and a leading engineering consultancy in Sarawak since 1979. KTA provides civil and structural, as well as mechanical and electrical engineering services. Its landmark projects include Batang Lupar 1 Bridge, Darul Hana Bridge, Samalaju Port, Bengoh Dam, Miri City Council Building, Sarawak Heart Centre, and Sarawak General Hospital, among others.

KTA is committed to deliver quality services and innovative engineering solutions that meet clients’ needs and contribute to the development of the community while upholding the value of integrity. For more information of KTA, please visit the website at https://ktas.com.my/.

Tong Jian Hao, a recent Curtin Malaysia graduate and recipient of the 2025 KTA Book Prize for Best Civil and Construction Engineering Student.