Abang Johari (left) and Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Amar Fadillah Yusof (second right) poses for a group photo with the Smart Forge team.
SIBU (July 11): Smart Forge, a group of students from SMK Sacred Heart here, had the opportunity to showcase their innovative Smart Bin system to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg during his visit to the Sibu Central Market on Saturday.
During the presentation, the team briefed Abang Johari on the project’s purpose, objectives and target beneficiaries.
“To demonstrate the project’s capabilities, we also showcased a working prototype, which the Premier personally tested,” Smart Forge said.
The team, accompanied by their teacher-in-charge Wong Lee Bee, expressed gratitude to Abang Johari for his feedback.
“We are encouraged by his recognition, endorsement, and positive affirmation of our project. His support serves as a great motivation for our team to continue refining the project and striving towards its successful implementation for the benefit of the community.”
Smart Forge comprises Form Two and Form Three students Augustine Sia, Lucas Wong, Asher Lim and Yves Roman Zeus.
The innovation was created for the Toyota Eco Youth (TEY) 2026 competition, where SMK Sacred Heart was one of only two schools from Sarawak shortlisted for the national final.
The students are using artificial intelligence (AI) to transform waste management through their Smart Bin system.
A Smart Forge team member briefs Abang Johari on their invention.