COMPANY PROFILE

Who We Are

The Institute of Materials, Malaysia (IMM) is Malaysia’s leading professional society and certification body dedicated to advancing education, skills, and expertise in Materials Science, Technology and Engineering. With over 7,500+ professionals across diverse sectors, we play a pivotal role in national training, certification and research development.

7,500+ Members
1987 Established
ISO/IEC 17024 Accredited

Our Professional Society and Certification Body

IMM promotes knowledge sharing, professional development and competency-based certification to support a safer, more reliable and sustainable materials industry.

Our Governance & Professional Network

IMM is governed by a dedicated Council comprising industry professionals and supported by specialised technical committees, regional chapters and volunteers.

Certification & Industry Recognition

As a personnel certification body accredited by the Department of Standards Malaysia under ISO/IEC 17024, IMM collaborates with industry stakeholders, academic institutions and Authorised Training Providers to ensure industry-relevant and credible certification programmes.

EMPOWERING KEY INDUSTRIES

Our credentials drive workforce employability, career progression and industry standards across vital sectors:

Oil & Gas
Shipbuilding & Marine
Construction
Manufacturing

Looking ahead, IMM remains steadfast in expanding our competency-based training scope, sustaining international credibility and fostering strong industry-academia collaborations.

OUR JOURNEY OF EXCELLENCE

Key milestones that reflect IMM's growth and contribution to Materials Science, Technology and Engineering in Malaysia.

1987 — Foundation

Established as the Malaysia Materials Science & Technology Society (MMS), laying the foundation for professional networking, knowledge sharing and technical development in Malaysia.

2021 — ISO/IEC 17024 Accreditation

IMM achieved accreditation from the Department of Standards Malaysia under ISO/IEC 17024 for its certification activities, initially covering the Mechanical Joint Integrity (MJI) and Coating Inspector certification schemes.

25 May 2026 — Second ISO/IEC 17024 Accreditation Cycle

IMM successfully renewed its accreditation with the Department of Standards Malaysia under ISO/IEC 17024, entering its second five-year accreditation cycle. The renewed accreditation is effective from 25 May 2026 to 29 March 2031.

1997 — Rebranded as IMM

The organisation was officially rebranded as the Institute of Materials, Malaysia (IMM), strengthening its professional identity and expanding its activities in Materials Science, Technology and Engineering.

8 September 2025 — Securing Our Permanent Home

IMM successfully acquired its own office unit, providing a dedicated and stable operational base for the Secretariat and supporting IMM's continued activities and services.

2026 — Expanding Certification Portfolio

IMM continues to strengthen its certification activities, with four certification programmes currently within its accredited scope and ongoing efforts to expand its portfolio to additional certification programmes.

1987 — Foundation

Established as the Malaysia Materials Science & Technology Society (MMS), laying the foundation for professional networking, knowledge sharing and technical development in Malaysia.

1997 — Rebranded as IMM

The organisation was officially rebranded as the Institute of Materials, Malaysia (IMM), strengthening its professional identity and expanding its activities in Materials Science, Technology and Engineering.

2021 — ISO/IEC 17024 Accreditation

IMM achieved accreditation from the Department of Standards Malaysia under ISO/IEC 17024 for its certification activities, initially covering the Mechanical Joint Integrity (MJI) and Coating Inspector certification schemes.

8 September 2025 — Securing Our Permanent Home

IMM successfully acquired its own office unit, providing a dedicated and stable operational base for the Secretariat and supporting IMM's continued activities and services.

25 May 2026 — Second ISO/IEC 17024 Accreditation Cycle

IMM successfully renewed its accreditation with the Department of Standards Malaysia under ISO/IEC 17024, entering its second five-year accreditation cycle. The renewed accreditation is effective from 25 May 2026 to 29 March 2031.

2026 — Expanding Certification Portfolio

IMM continues to strengthen its certification activities, with four certification programmes currently within its accredited scope and ongoing efforts to expand its portfolio to additional certification programmes.

Advancing Excellence in Materials Science, Engineering and Technology

ROS Certificate

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IMM Constitution

Note: The IMM Constitution dated 8 June 2023 is the latest version currently in use.

IMM Constitution (Dated 8 June 2023)

Approved at 33rd AGM (17 March 2023) & Endorsed by ROS on 8 June 2023

The amendments to the IMM Constitution were unanimously approved by members during the 33rd Annual General Meeting held on 17 March 2023. Official endorsement from the Registrar of Societies was subsequently obtained on 8 June 2023.

The IMM Council extends its sincere appreciation to all members for their continued support and dedication in advancing and upholding the mission and objectives of the Institute.

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Previous Version: IMM Constitution (Dated 29 May 2019)

Effective from 29 May 2019

For reference purposes, you may also view the previous version of the IMM Constitution dated 29 May 2019.

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