The Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers of the Philippines (IIEE) – Abu Dhabi Chapter celebrated its 8th founding anniversary last August 11, 2024.
IIEE Abu Dhabi chapter members and electrical practitioners gathered for its 5th Technical Seminar 2024 and 3rd General Membership Meeting as part of its celebration.
Among the topics discussed during the technical seminar is the Protection and Controls Scheme of 33kV Gas Insulated Switchgear Switchgear presented by Engr. Mark Anthony M. Galo.
UAE Certifications were also highlighted during their career talk series, where Engr. Arensky M. Moncada discussed the Abu Dhabi Quality Conformity Council Certification Scheme for Engineers and Technicians.
Meanwhile, Engr. Marvin B. Villaluz tackled the registration process for the Society of Engineers and acquiring licenses for the Dubai Municipality and the Dubai Electricity & Water Authority.
In his address, incumbent chapter president Engr. Jonathan L. Santiago presented the chapter’s major accomplishments and best practices, which earned them the distinction of 2023 IIEE Most Outstanding Foreign Chapter.
IIEE founding president Dr. Elmer O. Casao, together with former presidents Engr. Imelda A. Alvero (2021) and Engr. Arnulfo A. Tan Jr. (2022), also shared their inspirational messages with the members.
The program concluded with the 3rd General Membership Meeting, where the Financial and President’s Report and the 2025 Board of Directors nominations were presented. The event was attended by 55 chapter members and a few online via Zoom, including Foreign Region Governor Edgar B. Bernardino.
Moving forward, the IIEE Abu Dhabi Chapter will be conducting its 3rd Power System Conference this August, in collaboration with the IIEE Bahrain, IIEE Metro Central and IIEE Metro North.
“The 2-day virtual conference includes various technical sessions and forums focused on Transmission & Distribution and the Emerging Technologies in Power System,” Santiago said.
The chapter is also planning to hold its 6th Technical Seminar, 2024 General Assembly and Election of 2025 Board of Directors in September, he added.
