Organised by
Marine Engineering and Naval Architecture Technical Division, IEM


SYNOPSIS

Submarine information is very close guarded information due to strategic reasons. Malaysia had two operational submarines which was acquired in early 2000. The initial crews were trained onboard, used submarine from the French Navy. This submarine that was used for the training is now put to display at the Submarine Museum in Melaka. Next is to visit the Maritime Museum of Malacca is located just ahead of the Stadthuys. It is exactly opposite of the Medan Samudera which is a handicraft and local produce building. The Maritime Museum or the Flora de Lamar is a replica of the Portuguese ship which sank in the coast of Malacca while on its way to Portugal. The replica is a staggering 34 meters in height and 8 meters in width. The main focus of the museum is the maritime history of Malacca and the golden ages of Malacca’s Sultanate as the Emporium of the East. To make this visit more interesting, a treasure hunt event will be organized during the visit.


NOTE:
 The visit is strictly limited to only twenty-five (25) participants registered and fully paid on a first-come, first-served basis
 Entrance Fee to the Museum: RM10.00 (will be collected at the venue)
 Transport - Coach will be provided