Open Ship Day · 07–08 Aug 2026

Tan Kah Kee
Research Vessel

Dates7 – 8 August 2026
LocationKota Kinabalu Port
Duration≈ 1 hour
Visitor information

Everything you need before you board.

Four short sections covering the organizers, location, transport and the onboard rules. Tap any card to expand.

01 Who is the Organizer?

Organizers

  • Xiamen University
    • Faculty of Marine Operations (MarOps)
    • College of Ocean and Earth Science (COE)
  • Supported by Sabah State Government
    • Sekretariat Sabah Maju Jaya
    • Sabah Ports Authority
    • Sabah Ports Sdn. Bhd.

Collaborative Organizer

  • Xiamen University Malaysia, Malaysia
  • Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
  • Kasetsart University, Thailand
  • The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong
  • Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Malaysia
  • Universiti Malaya (UM), Malaysia
  • Sabah Fisheries Department, Malaysia
  • Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Malaysia
  • IPB University, Indonesia
  • Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Malaysia
  • Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), Malaysia
  • Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT), Malaysia
02 How to Get There?

Event Location

International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

03 Rules & Regulations

Gentle Reminders:

  • The guided tour will last approximately 1 hour per round.
  • The last day for registration is July 31, 2026 at 12:00 PM.
  • Please bring your IC card or passport to board.
  • Children under 1.2 metres in height are not permitted on board.
  • Individuals with physical disabilities are not to board.
  • Visitors are required to wear covered, non-slip shoes.
  • Eating or drinking on board is prohibited.
  • The use of drones is not allowed.
  • Do not touch any instruments, switches, or control panels on the ship.
  • Please follow the directions and instructions given by volunteers and staff.
  • Be responsible for your own safety during the visit.
  • For a detailed safety evacuation plan, Click Here.

Reserve your spot. Meet the ship.

Reservations for the 2026 Open Ship Day close on August 4. Book a tour slot today.