The organisation

The Association

Overview · SPA 2030 · Timeline · Founding leadership

The people, milestones and future direction shaping Sabah Plumber Association.

01 · Association Overview

Built around
the trade.

Registered on 28 November 2023, Sabah Plumber Association brings plumbing professionals together to strengthen their collective voice, share knowledge and support the development of the trade in Sabah.

The association’s registered Malay name is Persatuan Tukang Paip Sabah. Its work connects professional interests with safe water, professional knowledge and community awareness. Read our Mission Statement on Why SPA.

Group photograph beside the first council inaugural gala dinner display dated 5 May 2024
Inaugural gala dinner5 May 2024 · Kota Kinabalu · SPA archival photograph
02 · Looking ahead

SPA 2030 —
Our Direction

SPA 2030 is our Five-Year Strategic Plan for 2026–2030. It sets out a shared direction for strengthening Sabah’s plumbing profession, developing skills and knowledge, and contributing to more sustainable water management.

The plan brings together five priorities, from professional development and constructive collaboration to education and international exchange. Its roadmap and targets describe what we aim to work towards by 2030, providing a framework for future programmes and partnerships.

Strategic priorities

Five pillars.
One shared direction.

01Professional Development

Build professional competency, deepen technical knowledge and encourage good standards of practice across the plumbing profession.

02Government & Industry Collaboration

Strengthen constructive relationships with government agencies, industry partners, academia and professional bodies through dialogue and shared knowledge.

03Sustainable Water Management

Support water efficiency and initiatives that address non-revenue water (NRW), contributing to the responsible management of water resources.

04Education & Future Talent

Connect students and young people with plumbing through education, skills development and exposure to the industry.

05International Partnership

Develop international relationships that enable the exchange of knowledge, technology and best practices within the plumbing and water sectors.

The 2026–2030 roadmap

A planned progression over five years.

  1. 2026

    Lay the Foundation

  2. 2027

    Strengthen Partnerships

  3. 2028

    Build Capability

  4. 2029

    Drive Impact

  5. 2030

    Achieve Transformation

Targets for 2030

Future targets set out in the plan, not results achieved to date.

≥50%
Increase in trained professionals
≥30
Strategic partnerships
≥10
Water sustainability and NRW initiatives supported
≥1,000
Students and young people engaged
≥20
International partnerships and engagements
View PDF → SPA 2030 Blueprint · 32 pages · 81.6 MB Explore the publication in Journal →
03

Our story,
in milestones.

From registration to practical programmes, these milestones trace the association’s development through its official records and activity reports.

28 November 2023

Association registered

Persatuan Tukang Paip Sabah (Sabah Plumber Association) was registered under number PPM-011-12-28112023.

5 May 2024

Inaugural council introduced

SPA held its inaugural gala dinner at Hakka Hall in Kota Kinabalu, introducing the association’s first council under president Dr. Carmen Wong.

10 April 2025

Water reticulation training

SPA held a water reticulation pipe installation course with ABM and CIDB, supported by SANSICO.

May–June 2025

Technical exchange in China

SPA’s delegation visited water utilities, manufacturers and a wastewater treatment plant, and attended Watertech China to exchange knowledge on water systems and technology.

September 2025

Drinking-water support in Penampang

SPA donated drinking water to support flood-affected communities in Penampang.

13 October 2025

Water awareness at SK Garau

SPA joined a World Plumbing Day school outreach activity at SK Garau in Kudat, connecting pupils with water conservation and contributing RM1,000 towards environmental education.

2026

World Plumbing Council Affiliate Member

SPA’s 2026 Affiliate Membership connects the association with the international plumbing community. Read the membership update →

04

Founding
Leadership

The inaugural council brought together practitioners around a shared commitment to the plumbing profession, led by president Dr. Carmen Wong.

For the current council term and leadership, visit the Committee page →