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Penang, October 8, 2026 – KYZEN Sdn. Bhd., a global leader in innovative precision cleaning solutions for electronics and advanced manufacturing industries, on 6 October officially celebrated the grand opening of its new facility in Penang, Malaysia, marking a significant milestone in the company’s continued growth and long-term commitment to the country, building on the 16 years that KYZEN has called Penang home.

The new facility represents a substantial financial commitment, further contributing to Malaysia’s economic development and strengthening the nation’s position as a strategic hub for advanced manufacturing and technology-driven industries.

The grand opening ceremony was attended by YB Tuan Sim Tze Tzin, Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), representatives from the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), Invest Penang, industry partners, customers, suppliers, and members of the business community.

Strengthening Manufacturing Excellence in Malaysia
The newly inaugurated facility significantly expands KYZEN’s operational capabilities and staffing capacity, positioning the company to better support the growing needs of customers across Malaysia and the Asia-Pacific region.

The facility is designed to enhance production capacity, improve product delivery, and strengthen technical support services while incorporating advanced manufacturing technologies and sustainable operating practices.

Key highlights include:

• Expanded production and operational capabilities
• Enhanced support for semiconductors, electronics, automotive, medical devices, and industrial manufacturing sectors
• Advanced technology and innovative-driven manufacturing processes
• Sustainable and environmentally responsible operations

This investment reflects KYZEN’s confidence in Malaysia’s strong industrial ecosystem, highly skilled workforce, strategic location, and conducive investment environment.

Continued Confidence in Malaysia
Since establishing its presence in Malaysia more than 16 years ago, KYZEN has continually invested in expanding its capabilities to meet the rapidly evolving needs of the electronics and advanced manufacturing industries.

The new facility marks an important milestone in the company’s investment journey and demonstrates its long-term commitment to supporting local industry development, technological advancement, and talent growth.

The investment also aligns with Malaysia’s aspirations to attract high-quality investments, strengthen the industrial value chain, and generate high-skilled employment opportunities.

YB Tuan Sim Tze Tzin, Deputy Minister of MITI, commended KYZEN’s expansion, noting that “this new facility will enhance KYZEN’s production capabilities and strengthen support for key sectors including semiconductors, electronics, automotive, medical devices, and industrial manufacturing. These industries are critical to Malaysia’s future competitiveness and economic transformation”

“Today’s grand opening marks a significant milestone for KYZEN in Malaysia. We are extremely proud of this new facility, which enables us to better serve our customers across the region while creating quality employment opportunities and supporting the development of advanced manufacturing capabilities in Malaysia. We are thrilled to continue offering our industry leading chemistries and lab services from this improved space,” said KYZEN President and Chief Operating Officer MR. Erik Miller, “We also commend our KYZEN Clean Team in Penang for their dedication in serving our customers in Southeast Asia, even in the midst of a substancial move to a new facility and through the conversion of that facility for our needs.”

Supporting Innovation and Talent Development
Beyond its economic contribution, KYZEN remains dedicated to fostering innovation, technology transfer, and talent development in Malaysia. The company will continue collaborating with industry stakeholders, educational institutions, and government agencies to support the development of future-ready skills and strengthen the country’s competitiveness in advanced manufacturing.

The new facility is expected to play a key role in supporting regional growth, enhancing supply chain resilience, and delivering innovative solutions to customers throughout Asia-Pacific.

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About KYZEN
KYZEN is a global leader in providing environmentally responsible, RoHS compliant precision cleaning chemistries for industries ranging from electronics and advanced packaging to metal finishing and aerospace applications. Since its founding in 1990, KYZEN’s innovative cleaning technologies, scientific expertise and customer support have been repeatedly recognized with the industry’s most prestigious awards. For more information, visit www.kyzen.com.

About InvestPenang
InvestPenang is the Penang State Government’s principal agency for the promotion of investment. Its objectives are to develop and sustain Penang’s economy by enhancing and continuously supporting business activities in the State through foreign and local investments, including spawning viable new growth centers. To realise its objectives, InvestPenang also runs initiatives like the SMART Penang Center (providing assistance to SMEs), Penang CAT Center (for talent attraction and retention), Global Business Services (GBS) Focus Group (promoting and developing digital economy), Penang Silicon Design @5km+ (establishing a unique and interconnected ecosystem for IC design and technology enterprises), and Malaysia ATE Campus in Penang (accelerating the co‑development, qualification, and scaling of Malaysian ATE solutions by enabling first-customer deployment). For more information, please visit https://investpenang.gov.my/ and follow InvestPenang’s social media channels: Facebook; LinkedIn; WhatsApp Channel and TikTok.

About MITI
The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) is the key driver of Malaysia’s trade and investment policies, responsible for promoting economic growth through strategic investments, international trade development, and industrial transformation. MITI works to create a competitive business environment that attracts quality investments and strengthens Malaysia’s position in the global economy.

About MIDA
The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) is the principal government agency responsible for promoting and coordinating industrial development in Malaysia. MIDA facilitates investments across strategic sectors and supports companies throughout their investment lifecycle, contributing to the nation’s sustainable economic growth and industrial transformation.

For media queries, please contact:
KYZEN
Lina Ong
lina_ong@kyzen.com
T: +604-630 3000

InvestPenang
Elaine Cheah / Ong Yih Hwa
elaine@investpenang.gov.my / yihhwa@investpenang.gov.my
T: +604 646 8833