Author: Sun Zhen
Company: TT Engineering and Maintenance
Specialization: Aluminium Extruded Profiles Engineering, Metal Fabrication, Metal Finishing and Value-Added Services
Position: Director
From a young age, my father taught me the values of truth, kindness and beauty to live with sincerity, compassion and a beautiful heart. That’s why he named me “Zhen Zhen,” a name that embodies these virtues. Indeed, the most profound lessons in life are to remain true, kind, and beautiful in spirit.
My dream has always been art. I loved singing, dancing, and painting. At the age of seven, I could sketch a perfect likeness of the Guan Gong statue just by looking at it. By the time I was in third grade, I was already the school’s cultural leader and event host. In sixth grade, I won first place in a school singing competition. Whenever there was a dance performance, I was the one choreographing and leading the group. My mother, a former performer in the Shanghai Art Troupe, guided me in singing and dancing. I owe my artistic talents and musical inspiration to both my parents whom I love deeply.
At 17 years old, I began appearing on magazine covers and modeling shoots. By 19 years old , I was featured in a shampoo commercial. I loved every moment of this artistic journey. However, my father is an engineer in the aluminium manufacturing industry, hoped I would follow in his footsteps instead of pursuing the arts. Not wanting to disappoint him, I set aside my artistic dreams and decided to study business.
I came to Malaysia to pursue my degree in Business Studies and that’s where I met my mentor, Michael, the CEO of TT Engineering and Maintenance, who had long been a business associate of my father. Through years of dedication and continuous learning, I worked my way up to become the Production Department Manager and eventually, a Director of the company. Alongside my professional achievements, I also built a happy and fulfilling family life.
At TT Engineering and Maintenance, we provide comprehensive and integrated manufacturing capabilities, including in-house extrusion machines, engineering design services, CNC machining, and precision finishing lines. Our would manufacturing team is highly trained to evaluate the design suitability and manufacturability of aluminium products.
With the introduction of advanced technology and a strong emphasis on talent development, TT has now expanded into stainless steel and other metal fabrication industries. We believe our strengths and unique expertise not only enhance our clients’ competitiveness but also ensure sustainability in today’s demanding global market. Through close collaboration with clients and suppliers, as well as creative teamwork, we deliver innovative solutions, positioning TT as a leading engineering products manufacturer and a trusted partner for end customers.
After four decades of continuous growth, our factory has now entered a stable and thriving phase. With the business running smoothly, I finally have time to reconnect with my original passion. My next goal is to challenge myself in the performing arts to return to the stage to sing, dance, and act, reigniting the dream that has always lived within me.