World · Singapore Bureau
Local drone enthusiast set for WorldSkills Shanghai competition
A childhood fascination with toy helicopters has evolved into a promising career path for Shafriel Nur Iman, who will represent Singapore in drone building and piloting at the upcoming WorldSkills Shanghai competition.
LSN Singapore ·
Shafriel Nur Iman's journey into unmanned aerial systems began with a simple spark of curiosity. What started as an interest in toy helicopters has blossomed into a serious pursuit of drone technology, culminating in his selection to represent Singapore at WorldSkills Shanghai.
The competition provides a platform for skilled professionals and emerging technicians from across the globe to demonstrate expertise in their respective fields. Shafriel's participation in the drone-building and piloting categories reflects both his technical proficiency and the growing importance of unmanned systems in modern industries.
WorldSkills competitions serve as benchmarks for technical excellence and innovation, attracting competitors who have honed their craft through rigorous training and hands-on experience. Participants showcase capabilities ranging from design and construction to operation and problem-solving under competitive conditions.
Singapore's participation in such international forums underscores the nation's commitment to developing skilled professionals in emerging technology sectors. The competition will provide Shafriel an opportunity to test his abilities against peers from other nations while contributing to Singapore's presence in the global skills landscape.