KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 – MKS Instruments, Inc. (NASDAQ: MKSI), a leading global provider of technology solutions, has announced plans to build a Super Center factory in Penang, Malaysia. This new facility will bolster the production of wafer fabrication equipment, supporting both regional and global demands. The development will occur in three phases, with groundbreaking slated for early 2025. Penang’s Chief Minister, YAB Tuan Chow Kon Yeow, praised the decision, noting Penang’s strong industrial ecosystem and its strategic ambition to elevate its status in the global semiconductor value chain.
MIDA CEO, Mr. Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid, echoed these sentiments, highlighting Malaysia’s appeal as a hub for advanced technology investments. The expansion is seen as a major boost for local high-tech job opportunities and manufacturing capabilities, aligning with Malaysia’s New Industrial Master Plan 2030. MKS Instruments President, Dr. John T.C. Lee, emphasized the strategic advantages of Penang’s robust semiconductor ecosystem in supporting the company’s growth and innovation efforts.
