sponsorship proposal for mount kinabalu geological field trip

American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG) Student Chapter

Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS

Geoscience and Petroleum Engineering Department

Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS

Bandar Seri Iskandar, 31750 Tronoh, Perak Darul Ridzuan, Malaysia

Please visit us at http://aapgutpsc.blogspot.com/ and AAPG-UTP-SC facebook

Date: 14th

April 2012

To: Corporate Social Responsibility Managers

Dear Sir / Madam,

SPONSORSHIP INVITATION FOR MOUNT KINABALU GEOLOGIC FIELD TRIP AND

VOLUNTARY PROJECT AT KOTA KINABALU WETLAND CENTRE

With reference to the above matter, American Association of Petroleum Geoscientists, Universiti

Teknologi PETRONAS Student Chapter (AAPG-UTP-SC) would like to offer a sponsorship

opportunity to your company to sponsor our geologic field trip to Mount Kinabalu and voluntary project

at Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre.

DATE, TIME AND VENUE

Details of the event are as follows:

Date : 3rd

July 2012 (Tuesday) to 6th

July 2012 (Friday)

Duration : 4 days

Venue : 1. Mount Kinabalu

2. Sabah's Kinabalu Geopark

3. Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre

OBJECTIVES

The specific objectives that we hope to achieve are as follows:

1. To expose students to the unique Bornean geologic outcrops and landscapes.

2. To expose students to the formation of North Borneo and how it affects the Petroleum System of

the area.

3. To help sponsoring company in Corporate Social Responsibility.

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4. To create well rounded graduates those are capable of being on-field.

5. To conquer Mount Kinabalu – The highest Mountain in South East Asia!

6. To improve AAPG-UTP-SC members’ abilities and skills in terms of leadership, time

management and event organization.

7. To help conserve the vast vulnerable wetlands area in Sabah.

8. To inspire students to do research on Wetlands Conservation.

PARTICIPANTS

21 Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) Petroleum Geoscience students.

FIELD TRIP LEADER

Associate Professor Askury bin Abdul Kadir

Your sponsor to AAPG-UTP-SC to organise this geologic field trip will greatly benefit the students and

also helping to promote your company among them. UTP is the first university in Malaysia that offers

Bachelor Degree in Petroleum Geoscience. Besides, your company is doing Corporate Social

Responsibility by indirectly involved in Wetlands Conservation. Our proposal remains open for

clarification if required. Please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any cause to do so.

Thank you.

Yours sincerely,

Lee Yin Yin

Head of Sponsorship Department

AAPG-UTP-SC

Tel: (+6) 016-6051853

Email: [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

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Sponsorship Proposal for

Mount Kinabalu Geological Field Trip and

Voluntary Project at Kota Kinabalu Wetland

Centre

Contact Persons:

Boon Ee Juan

President

AAPG-UTP-SC

Tel: (+6) 016-6030604


Lee Yin Yin


AAPG-UTP-SC

Tel: (+6) 016-6051853


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Table of Content

Table of Content ......................................................................................................................................... 4

Introduction ................................................................................................................................................. 5

About Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) ....................................................................................... 6

About American Association of Petroleum Geologists Student Chapter in Universiti Teknologi

PETRONAS (AAPG-UTP-SC) .................................................................................................................. 7

Objectives of the Trip ................................................................................................................................. 8

Field Trip Details ........................................................................................................................................ 9

Itinerary ................................................................................................................................................... 9

Field Trip Leader’s Profile .................................................................................................................... 10

Organizing Committee .......................................................................................................................... 10

Participants ............................................................................................................................................ 10

Budget ................................................................................................................................................... 11

Sponsor benefits ........................................................................................................................................ 12

Options of Sponsor ................................................................................................................................... 13

Contact us .............................................................................................................................................. 14

Conclusion ................................................................................................................................................ 15

Attachment ................................................................................................................................................ 16

Reply Form ............................................................................................................................................... 17

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Introduction

Sabah is a state of Malaysia which situated in Borneo Island. It is also known as “A Land below the

Wind” with lush tropical rainforests and beautiful islands teeming with an incredible diversity of eco

system. Rich natural resources of Sabah, particularly Oil and Gas have made it as one of the important

hydrocarbon reserve for Malaysia.

The born of Sabah to the world is not just restricted to its natural resources but also on its unique

geological formation and beauty of the nature. Proposed Kinabalu Geopark, in the district of Ranau,

Sabah covers an area of approximately 1000 km2. The Kinabalu Park dominated by Mount Kinabalu

(4,095.2m) with an area of 754 km2 is the core of the proposed geopark. It is Malaysia’s first UNESCO

World Heritage Site. A very wide range of habitats, from rich tropical lowland and hill rainforest to

tropical montane forest, to sub-alpine forest and scrub on the higher elevations can be found here. Its

complex geology consists of the oldest rock in Sabah (Crystalline Basement), highly fractured and

tectonised sedimentary and metamorphic rocks (Trusmadi and Wariu Formations), ophiolite suite

(Chert-Spilite Formation and associated igneous rocks) and the Crocker Formation.

Sabah’s Kinabalu Geopark is considered as a must visit geological area for UTP Petroleum Geoscience

students to understand about anything, from the formation of Sabah to its abundant hydrocarbon

reservoirs.

Other than geological field trip, the participants will also involve in wetlands conservation project at

Kota Kinabalu Wetland Centre. This centre is managed by Sabah Wetlands Conservation Society. Our

activities will include Mangrove tree planting and many more.

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About Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP)

Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) was established on 10 January 1997 upon formal invitation by

the Malaysian government. It is located on a 400 hectare site at Bandar Seri Iskandar, Perak Darul

Ridzuan, Malaysia. UTP is a wholly-owned subsidiary of PETRONAS, the national oil company of

Malaysia.

The formation of the university complements government’s effort in turning Malaysia into a centre of

excellence for education in the region. UTP aims to become a leader in technology and education by

producing “well-rounded graduates” which are not only technically competent but possessing desirable

qualities such as critical thinking, creative, aptitude for lifelong learning, business acumen and

communication skills.

UTP offers a wide range of programmes in the engineering and technology fields for undergraduate and

postgraduate levels complemented with a strong focus on Research and Development. Its programmes

are designed with high industry relevance to provide a dynamic learning environment. Programmes

offered are Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and

Electronic Engineering, Petroleum Geosciences, Information and Communication Technology, and

Business Information System. UTP is the first university in Malaysia that offers Bachelor Degree in

Petroleum Geoscience. Currently, the University has enrolled about 6000 students. Its community

comprises of students and staffs from various countries and is located in a beautiful landscape setting,

amidst the new township of Seri Iskandar. Its peaceful environment, wide open spaces and abundant

lakes make these serene surroundings an ideal place to study.

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About American Association of Petroleum Geologists Student Chapter in

Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (AAPG-UTP-SC)

American Association of Petroleum Geologists or AAPG was founded in 1917 to become the pillar of

world-wide scientific community. The original purposes of AAPG are to foster scientific research,

advance the science of geology, promote technology, and to inspire high professional conduct. Even

though the codes are classic, they remain as guides for the Association today. Currently, it is the world's

largest professional geological society with over 30,000 members and more than 145 student chapters.

The AAPG student chapter in Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (AAPG-UTP-SC) was established on

early 2011. As an affiliation of prestigious AAPG, we support the purpose of AAPG through organising

various geological and industrial related activities whether in or out of campus as we believe, well-

rounded students should be aware and be prepared for the fast evolving of the industry and science.

Furthermore, students get to develop their leadership skills and serve as a focal point in developing a

sense of professionalism through meeting industry representatives.

Geological field trip is one of the AAPG-UTP-SC most important activities. It makes the students

understand how the past and present earth is formed and how it related to the natural resources such as

energy. Last but not least, field experience is certainly the best tool to understand environmental

preservation and conservation.

On March 2011, we kickoff with an educational trip to Petroleum Geoscience Conference & Exhibition

2011 at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre; On April 2011, we had organized “Foundation Engagement

Series” to introduce Petroleum Geoscience program to the foundation students; On July 2011, we had a

Technical Talk on “Marcellus Shale – Unconventional super gas play in eastern United States” by

Professor Dr. D. Jeffrey Over from State University of New York; On August 2011, a Technical Talk on

“Tectonic Activities in West Java” by Prof. Dr. Ir. Hasanuddin from Institute Technology of Bandung;

On September 2011, a short course on “The Petroleum Industry in The Next Decade: An Overview to

The Science, Technology and AAPG” by Dr. Paul Weimer, AAPG President.

http://aapgutpsc.blogspot.com/2011/08/technical-talk-by-prof-dr-ir-hasanuddin.html

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Objectives of the Trip

As a society that represents Petroleum Geoscience students, our mission is to expose the students to

different kind of geological formation or setting, so that it will be their invaluable knowledge in the

future for their career or scientific work. Furthermore, the students can apply what they have learned in

lecture room to the field work know-how. Through this geological field trip, the students also have the

opportunity to adapt to the hostile environment which is crucial in today Oil and Gas industry’s working

conditions. Besides, UTP well-rounded students should not only be smart academically but also tough

physically. The involvement in voluntary project by Sabah Wetlands Conservation Society in Kota

Kinabalu Wetland Centre is another initiative by AAPG-UTP-SC to help conserve the nature. It is our

natural duty to conserve the nature while we exploit and develop the mother land. Through this field trip,

we also hope students could brainstorm on ways to conserve the wetland and even conceiving ideas on

their final year research project.

The specific objectives that we hope to achieve are as follows:

1. To expose students to the unique Bornean geologic outcrops and landscapes.

2. To expose students to the formation of North Borneo and how it affects the Petroleum System of

the area.

3. To help sponsoring company in Corporate Social Responsibility.

4. To create well rounded graduates those are capable of being on-field.

5. To conquer Mount Kinabalu – The highest Mountain in South East Asia!

6. To improve AAPG-UTP-SC members’ abilities and skills in terms of leadership, time

management and event organization.

7. To help conserve the vast vulnerable wetlands area in Sabah.

8. To inspire students to do research on Wetlands Conservation.

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Field Trip Details

Date: 3rd

July 2012 to 6th

July 2012 (UTP Semester Break)

Duration: 4 days

Venue: Sabah’s Kinabalu Geopark, Mount Kinabalu and Kota Kinabalu Wetland Centre

Itinerary

All the transportation in Sabah is provided.

Date (Day) Activities

3rd

July (1st day) Depart from Kuala Lumpur LCCT at 12.10pm and expected to arrive at Kota

Kinabalu airport at 2.40pm.

Then, transfers to Kinabalu Park

(Stay at Bishop Head Hostel and Dinner at Renanthera Restaurant)

4th

July (2nd

day) Climbing up Mount Kinabalu

(Breakfast at Renanthera Restaurant, Packed Lunch, Dinner in Laban Rata and stay

at Laban Rata Dormitory)

5th

July (3rd

day) Climbing down from Mount Kinabalu

(Supper in Laban Rata, Breakfast in Laban Rata, Lunch in Balsam Restaurant)

and transfer back to Kota Kinabalu city

(Stay at backpacker hostel)

6th

July (4th

day) (Breakfast provided at backpacker hostel)

Voluntary project at Kota Kinabalu Wetland Centre

Depart from Kota Kinabalu International Airport at 8.05pm and expected to arrive at

Kuala Lumpur LCCT at 10.35pm.

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Field Trip Leader’s Profile

Associate Professor Askury bin Abd Kadir is currently the deputy head of UTP Geoscience and

Petroleum Engineering Department. Besides, he is also AAPG’s Malaysia representative and advisor to

AAPG Student Chapter in UTP. He is an expert in petroleum geoscience field especially on subjects

related to structural geology, mineralogy, petrology and petrography, and geological mapping. With his

extensive experience, Associate Professor Askury is expected to guide the students in this Sabah’s

geological study. Some of his research areas are on Paleozoic limestone in Malaysia with more emphasis

on the Kinta Valley area for predicting a petroleum play; Geological Heritage of Malaysia; Fractured

reservoir.

He can be contacted by phone at +605-3687084 or email at [email protected]

Organizing Committee

1. Boon Ee Juan

Project Manager & AAPG-UTP-SC President

Mobile phone: 6016-6030604


2. Lee Yin Yin




3. Faridah Hanim Binti Abu Bakar

Registrar



Participants

21 UTP Petroleum Geoscience students and accompanied by Associate Professor Askury bin Abd Kadir.

Total 22 participants.




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Budget

No. Items Price (in RM per person)

1. 3 days 2 nights Mount Kinabalu Climbing Package

- Included the entrance fee to Kinabalu Park, climbing permit,

certificate, mountain guide service, accommodation at the

mountain hut and meals.

- Including transportation

RM 790

2. Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre admission and educational fee for

contribution.

RM 12

3. Hostel Accommodation RM 50

4. Air Fare RM 310

Total RM 1162

Hence, the total cost for the whole program is

RM 1,162 × 22 persons = RM 25,564

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Sponsor benefits

Some of the benefits that your company can gain from this sponsorship are as follows:

1. Promoting your company directly to our Petroleum Geoscience students.

Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS is the first university in Malaysia to offer Bachelor Degree in

Petroleum Geoscience and the pioneer batch students are currently doing their internship. The

second batch students are ready for internship on May 2012.

2. Doing Corporate Social Responsibility by involve indirectly in Wetlands Conservation as

AAPG-UTP-SC does this voluntary wetlands conservation project in the name of your company.

By sponsoring, your company are actually doing corporate social responsibility by funding the

students’ transportation and accommodation expenses. In the height of global warming, it is

timely to conserve the nature while we exploit Mother Nature for development.

3. Fostering partnership with AAPG-UTP-SC in any future events.

Your company will have the opportunity to organise exhibitions, career talks, technical

workshop, field trip, and many more activities in UTP with AAPG-UTP-SC. The future events

can also be tailor made to suit the objectives of your company.

4. Gaining publicity for your company by having your company’s name and logo in every AAPG-

UTP-SC publications and media such as our own GEOINSIGHT bulletin, blogspot and facebook.

The publicity will go on for a year after the sponsorship and appear in every AAPG-UTP-SC

events.

GEOINSIGHT bulletin is our very own student chapter’s bulletin published on every

semester. (Attached in page 16 is the first issue of the bulletin for your reference.)

We have our official AAPG-UTP-SC blogspot at http://aapgutpsc.blogspot.com/

AAPG-UTP-SC Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/189869537721444/

http://aapgutpsc.blogspot.com/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/189869537721444/

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Options of Sponsor

1. Your company can either fully or partially sponsor the budget of this programme.

The total budget is RM 25,564.

2. Your company can also sponsor either the air fare or Mount Kinabalu Climbing Package for

22 participants only.

The total air fare is RM 6,820

The total cost of Mount Kinabalu Climbing Package is RM 17,380

Options Sponsoring Item (for 25 participants) Price (in RM)

Option 1 Fully sponsor the programme RM 25,564

Option 2 Partially sponsor the programme Amount depends on sponsor

financial capability

Option 3 Sponsoring Air Fare RM 6,820

Option 4 Sponsoring Mount Kinabalu Climbing Package RM 17,380

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If you are interested to sponsor, please choose the options that are listed on the previous page and

address your payment through banking to:

Name of Bank: CIMB Bank Berhad

Bank Address: 20, Jalan Pejabat Pos, Batu Gajah, 31000 Perak,

Malaysia.

Account Number: 0809-0085619-52-5

Name as it appears on the account: AAPG-UTP-SC

If you are using wire transfer (International only), please use the followings:

Bank Swift Code / Routing Number: CIBBMYKL

A Reply Form is attached at the last page of this proposal.

Contact us

For further information on the content of this proposal or to negotiate regarding the benefits and options

of sponsor, please direct to our contact persons:

1. Lee Yin Yin




2. Boon Ee Juan

AAPG-UTP-SC President



For mailing, please address to:

Associate Professor Askury bin Abd Kadir

Attention: Lee Yin Yin

Geoscience & Petroleum Engineering Department

Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS,

Bandar Seri Iskandar,

31750 Tronoh,

Perak Darul Ridzuan, Malaysia.



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Conclusion

This geological field trip will not only provide Petroleum Geoscience students with a natural learning

workshop but also an opportunity for them to utilize their lecture room’s knowledge to disclose the

formation of North Borneo and how it related to the Petroleum System in the area. Furthermore, it also

provides a chance for the students to learn how vulnerable and important the wetlands are to the world.

The students could also brainstorm on ways to conserve the wetland and even conceiving ideas on their

final year research project.

Finally, AAPG-UTP-SC sincerely hope that with the sponsor and funding from your company, this

geological field trip will greatly benefit the students and also helping to promote your company among

them. Besides, your company is indirectly involved in Wetlands Conservation as we do this voluntary

wetlands conservation project in the name of your company.

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Attachment

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Reply Form

Company / Individual Sponsor’s Details

Sponsoring Company / Individual’s name:

Person who made the payment (name):

Position:

Address :

City: State: Zip:

Country:

Email:

Phone/mobile number:

Fax:

Additional Contact Person’s Details,

Name:

Phone/mobile number:

Email:

Option 1 Option 3

Option 2 Option 4

Remark:

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1. Please send a completed Reply Form and Proof of Payment to [email protected]

2. Please send your promotion, publication, and publicity materials to AAPG-UTP-SC once the

sponsor payment has been made.

3. All the promotion, publication, and publicity materials can be sent via email to

[email protected] OR mailing to the address below:

Associate Professor Askury bin Abd Kadir

Attention: Lee Yin Yin

Geoscience & Petroleum Engineering Department

Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS,

Bandar Seri Iskandar,

31750 Tronoh,

Perak Darul Ridzuan,

Malaysia.



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