Ivan Teh Receives MOSTA Honorary Fellowship for AI Innovation in Palm Oil
Fusionex Founder and Group CEO Dato’ Seri Ivan Teh has been conferred an Honorary Fellowship by the Malaysian Oil Scientists’ and Technologists’ Association (MOSTA). The prestigious award recognises his distinguished contributions to the palm oil industry through pioneering applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Big Data technology.
Ceremony Details and Distinguished Guests
Teh received the honour at a formal presentation ceremony held during the ‘Future of Palm Oil Industry’ event in Kuala Lumpur recently. The Honorary Fellowship was presented by MOSTA President Tan Sri Datuk Dr Augustine Ong Soon Hock. The ceremony was witnessed by the Malaysian Minister of Primary Industries, YB Teresa Kok Suh Sim, who also delivered the keynote address.
Focus of the ‘Future of Palm Oil Industry’ Event
Digitalisation and Industry 4.0 in Palm Oil
The forum gathered over 100 palm oil industry players, leaders, researchers, and scientists for in-depth knowledge-sharing sessions. Discussions centred on the digitalisation and modernisation of the palm oil industry using cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Industry Revolution (IR) 4.0.
Key Technologies Highlighted by Experts
Subject matter experts, including speakers from Fusionex, addressed the audience on transformative solutions:
- Blockchain for full supply-chain transparency
- Trade Facilitation platforms for seamless global commerce
- AI and Big Data applications across plantation, milling, and downstream processes
Ivan Teh’s Acceptance Remarks
Fusionex Founder & Group CEO Dato’ Seri Ivan Teh said, “I am honoured and grateful for having been conferred this award by MOSTA. The palm oil industry is such a vibrant and growing sector with immense potential. As with any field, there are always challenges and opportunities. We at Fusionex are committed to help the palm oil industry continuously improve and excel through the use of effective technology. To that end, we are truly excited and passionate to be working with great partners like MOSTA as well as many industry players to uplift the standard, quality, productivity, and efficiency of the palm oil industry.”
Praise from MOSTA President Tan Sri Datuk Dr Augustine Ong
MOSTA President Tan Sri Datuk Dr Augustine Ong Soon Hock stated, “MOSTA appreciates the contribution of Teh for initiating the application of AI to the palm oil industry through his invention in the milling process and proposed marketing of palm oil. His suggestions on a smart plantation, smart milling, and smart down-streaming of palm oil will enhance the future of the palm oil industry. He is blazing these new paths with up-to-date knowledge and facilities coupled with an excellent presentation.”
Ivan Teh’s Groundbreaking Innovations Recognised
AI-Powered Smart Milling Revolution
The award specifically honours Teh’s inventions that apply AI directly to palm oil milling, enabling real-time optimisation of extraction rates, predictive maintenance, and automated quality control.
Smart Plantation and Precision Agriculture
His smart plantation framework integrates satellite imagery, IoT sensors, drones, and machine learning to predict pest outbreaks, optimise fertiliser use, and pinpoint optimal harvest timing, delivering up to 20% higher yields with reduced inputs.
Smart Down-Streaming and Market Intelligence
In the downstream segment, Teh’s AI systems analyse global demand in real time, allowing refineries to dynamically shift production toward high-value specialty products and capture premium pricing.
Strategic Partnership Between Fusionex and MOSTA
The collaboration combines Fusionex’s world-class AI and Big Data platforms with MOSTA’s scientific expertise, creating a powerful alliance to accelerate Industry 4.0 adoption across the entire palm oil value chain.
Why This Recognition Matters for Malaysia’s Palm Oil Future
With increasing global demands for sustainability and traceability, Ivan Teh’s Blockchain-integrated traceability systems and AI-driven carbon accounting tools provide verifiable proof of responsible practices. These solutions help Malaysian producers meet stringent international standards while maintaining competitiveness.
The MOSTA Honorary Fellowship is one of the highest honours awarded to non-scientists in the oils and fats community, placing Dato’ Seri Ivan Teh among the most influential figures shaping the industry’s future.
Conclusion:
The conferment celebrates Ivan Teh’s leadership while serving as a powerful catalyst for broader adoption of AI and Industry 4.0 technologies throughout Malaysian palm oil. Through continued partnership with MOSTA and progressive industry players, his vision of smart plantations, smart milling, and smart down-streaming is rapidly becoming the new standard, securing Malaysia’s position as a global leader in sustainable, technology-driven palm oil production.
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