[Lombok, Indonesia] – Mantuka Aswad, Brunei’s sole entry at the 2023 Shell Eco-marathon (Asia-Pacific and the Middle East), has achieved a significant milestone as the first team from Brunei Darussalam to successfully pass the rigorous technical inspection at first attempt.
This remarkable achievement showcases the team from Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD), Perkasa Darussalam’s skills, dedication, and unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries in energy-efficient vehicle design.
The Technical Inspection is a crucial phase of the competition, where each participating vehicle undergoes rigorous scrutiny to ensure compliance with safety regulations and technical standards. The prototype vehicle has met the stringent requirements set by the competition organisers, attesting to its exceptional design and construction. This milestone not only underscores their technical expertise but also positions Perkasa Darussalam as a trailblazer in sustainable engineering in Brunei Darussalam.
Perkasa Darussalam would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to their esteemed sponsors, whose unwavering support and generosity have been instrumental in their success. The team would like to express their sincere appreciation to Brunei Shell Petroleum (BSP), Brunei Shell Marketing (BSM), PMUBD, and Bank Islam Brunei Darussalam (BIBD) for their invaluable contributions throughout their journey. These sponsors have demonstrated their commitment to fostering innovation, supporting young talent, and promoting sustainable solutions, and Perkasa Darussalam is immensely grateful for their partnership.
The team members are now eagerly looking forward to the next phase of the Shell Eco-Marathon, where they will showcase their ground-breaking vehicle design and compete against other exceptional teams from around the world. With their successful technical inspection behind them, Perkasa Darussalam is poised to make a strong impression and vie for top honours in the competition.
“We are incredibly proud to have passed the technical inspection for the Shell Eco-Marathon on our very first attempt.” Perkasa Darussalam Team Leader Muhamad Ahmad Hasyer Sulong said.
The Third Year undergraduate currently studying for Bachelor of Engineering in General Engineering at the Faculty of Integrated Technologies (FIT), UBD added, “This achievement is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and collective expertise of our team members. We are immensely grateful to our sponsors, whose unwavering support has been invaluable in bringing us to this stage. We look forward to showcasing our innovative vehicle design and representing Brunei on the global stage.”
Perkasa Darussalam is eager to continue their journey toward sustainable engineering excellence and remains committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation. They are determined to inspire future generations of engineers and contribute to a greener, more sustainable future.
About Shell Eco-marathon
Shell Eco-marathon is one of the world’s leading student engineering competitions for energy efficiencies. Students from all over the world come here to design, build and test drive the world’s most energy-efficient vehicles.
More information on the 2023 Shell Eco-marathon (Asia-Pacific and the Middle East) here.
Perkasa Darussalam is a team of engineering students from University of Brunei Darussalam. Mantuka Aswad is the name of their battery-operated energy efficient vehicle prototype.