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[Press Release] Coherent Corp. Launches Coherent Malaysia\u2019s First Datacom R&D Center in Penang, Advancing Optical Transceiver Technology for AI and Cloud Computing<\/h1>\n

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PENANG-<\/strong> SAXONBURG, Pa<\/strong>., 29 JULY 2025 <\/strong> \u2013 Coherent Corp. (NYSE: COHR), a global leader in photonics, today announced the opening of its new Datacom Research and Development Center in Penang. This expansion underscores the company\u2019s strategic commitment to serving its rapidly growing global markets.<\/p>\n

The launching ceremony was officiated by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of InvestPenang, Dato\u2019 Loo Lee Lian (representing the Chief Minister of Penang, YAB Tuan Chow Kon Yeow) and attended by the CEO of the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid; Chief People Officer, Coherent Corporation, Ms. Grace Lee and as well as other Coherent personnel.<\/p>\n

Situated at Menara IJM Land, the Penang R&D Center joins the company\u2019s expanding network in Malaysia, complementing its larger manufacturing sites in Ipoh, Perak and Perai, Penang, further maximizing transceiver supply from Malaysian factories.<\/p>\n

Dato\u2019 Loo Lee Lian, CEO of InvestPenang, (representing the Chief Minister of Penang, YAB Tuan Chow Kon Yeow) stated, \u201cAs global trends continue to shift towards rapid advancements in AI, next-generation connectivity, and digital infrastructure, Penang stands ready to support frontier technologies. The establishment of Coherent Malaysia\u2019s first Datacom R&D Center marks a significant milestone, not only for Coherent, but also for Penang, as we welcome another global technology leader deepening its innovation footprint in our state. This expansion reinforces Penang\u2019s capability in driving innovation across high-tech sectors and reflects our position as a premier hub for R&D and advanced technology excellence.\u201d<\/p>\n

MIDA CEO Datuk Shamsul Ibrahim highlighted the strategic alignment between Coherent’s expansion and Malaysia’s semiconductor ambitions, \u201cThe National Semiconductor Strategy (NSS), introduced in 2024, lays out Malaysia\u2019s plan to strengthen its position in the global semiconductor supply chain. One of the NSS\u2019s core priorities is supporting high-value R&D and advanced technologies \u2014 exactly the kind of work Coherent is doing here in Penang. The strategy also aims to deepen Malaysia\u2019s local capabilities in areas like chip packaging, photonics, and silicon technologies, creating the kind of ecosystem that benefits global innovators. As Coherent develops next-generation optical transceiver technologies at this new facility, it stands to gain from the strong pipeline of talent being built through the NSS. MIDA is committed to supporting Coherent\u2019s journey not only in the past and present, but well into the future.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cCoherent Malaysia takes pride in how strategically we are positioned to support the company\u2019s overall growth. Our successful establishment over nearly 25 years has played a critical role in strengthening our global value chain through ongoing expansion plans, and we are confident that our footprint in Penang will spearhead innovation in advanced photonics technology,\u201d said Jimmy Ling, Vice President and Managing Director of Coherent Malaysia.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Jimmy Wu, Vice President of Engineering, Asia R&D expressed, \u201cPenang is an ideal location, thanks to its well-established high-tech industry and a strong pool of technical talent capable of supporting our R&D growth plans.\u201d<\/p>\n

The new center comes equipped with impressive capabilities that put it at the forefront of optical technology:<\/p>\n