{"id":38978,"date":"2023-09-26T13:06:43","date_gmt":"2023-09-26T05:06:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/press-release-globalfoundries-announces-opening-of-new-malaysia-office-to-support-global-manufacturing-operations\/"},"modified":"2025-11-28T11:53:34","modified_gmt":"2025-11-28T03:53:34","slug":"press-release-globalfoundries-announces-opening-of-new-malaysia-office-to-support-global-manufacturing-operations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/zh-hans\/press-release-globalfoundries-announces-opening-of-new-malaysia-office-to-support-global-manufacturing-operations\/","title":{"rendered":"[Press Release] GlobalFoundries Announces Opening of New Malaysia Office to Support Global Manufacturing Operations"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; el_class=&#8221;sec-inner-banner&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1703741584745{background-image: url(https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/contact-banner-bg.jpg?id=20253) !important;}&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_row_inner row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;grid&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;inner-banner-row&#8221;][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">[Press Release] GlobalFoundries Announces Opening of New Malaysia Office to Support Global Manufacturing Operations<\/h1>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221; el_class=&#8221;red-separator&#8221; color=&#8221;#ee4023&#8243; transparency=&#8221;1&#8243; thickness=&#8221;2&#8243; up=&#8221;15&#8243; down=&#8221;15&#8243;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;white-text&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">26 September 2023<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;grid&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1703764846254{background-color: #f3f5f8 !important;}&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column el_class=&#8221;fade-in animate&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; el_class=&#8221;height-x120&#8243;][vc_row_inner row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;grid&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_inner][vc_single_image image=&#8221;30483&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; qode_css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;single-featured-image&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;60px&#8221; el_class=&#8221;height-x60&#8243;][vc_row_inner row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;grid&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;content-row&#8221;][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Engineering team in Penang, Malaysia is part of a strategic hub network that will provide round-the-clock support for GF\u2019s global manufacturing operations <\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Penang office will utilize the latest digital manufacturing technologies such as remote access and state-of-the-art Factory Control Tower<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>New site will create 300 new jobs for engineering and manufacturing support roles in Penang<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>September 26, 2023 <\/strong>\u2013 GlobalFoundries (Nasdaq: GFS) (GF) today announced the official opening of a new hub facility in Penang, Malaysia. This new facility will create 300 high-value manufacturing support roles, including technicians, engineers, administrative and support functions.<\/p>\n<p>The GF Malaysia office is part of a strategic hub network that leverages the Company\u2019s global footprint and complements GF\u2019s global fab operations by provide engineering resources to supplement operations on a real-time basis. This site will utilize the latest digital manufacturing technologies such as remote access, Industry 4.0 solutions and GF\u2019s state-of-the-art Factory Control Tower.<\/p>\n<p>The event was graced by Yang Amat Berhormat Tuan Chow Kon Yeow, Chief Minister of Penang, Dato\u2019 Loo Lee Lian, CEO of InvestPenang, guests from Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), and Kay Chai (KC) Ang, Chief Manufacturing Officer of GlobalFoundries, amongst others.<\/p>\n<p>The new Penang operation will ensure that all of GF\u2019s global manufacturing sites in Singapore, the U.S., and Europe have fundamental round-the-clock support enabling the company to maintain supply chain resiliency and sustainability for global operations, as GF continues to deliver on our commitments to meet the market demand for GF chips.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOur newly opened Malaysia operations will leverage the strengths of our existing global manufacturing footprint and harmonize operations across all sites, offering customers truly world-class global operations,\u201d said Mr. Kay Chai (KC) Ang, Chief Manufacturing Officer, GlobalFoundries. \u201cPenang is a vibrant location at the forefront of semiconductor manufacturing innovation. The forward-thinking policies of the government have built a strong ecosystem and attracted a large base of highly skilled talent in our industry that will enable us to diversify our talent pool,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<p>YAB Tuan Chow Kon Yeow, Chief Minister of Penang, stated, \u201cAt a time where business and supply chain resiliency are key priorities, GlobalFoundries\u2019 global manufacturing footprint sets the company ahead of the pack. Particularly, the Company\u2019s emphasis on digital manufacturing also aligns with Penang\u2019s goals and roadmap as we continue to anchor our position as the Silicon Valley of the East.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Ts. Mahadhir Aziz, Chief Executive Officer of Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) said, \u201cMDEC is elated to welcome GlobalFoundries onto our shores. The establishment of its new hub facility signifies confidence in Malaysia&#8217;s robust and enabling ecosystem, our pool of digitally skilled talent and world-class infrastructure that affirms Malaysia\u2019s position as the digital hub of ASEAN. Through the Malaysia Digital (MD) national strategic initiative and PEMANGKIN programs, we look forward to supporting GlobalFoundries\u2019 expansion in Malaysia, transforming our digital capabilities, creating job opportunities, and further enhancing growth in the digital economy.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Malaysia hopes to achieve a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mida.gov.my\/mida-news\/malaysia-to-strengthen-semiconductor-ecosystem-eyes-15-market-share-by-2030\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">15% market share in the semiconductor and electronics industry by 2030<\/a>, up from 13%. The State, via InvestPenang, strives to provide continuous assistance and facilitation for all investors in Penang, while spearheading the development of a sustainable industrial ecosystem, and GF stands ready to support this effort with the opening of its new office.<\/p>\n<p>The GF Malaysia office is located at Bayan Lepas, Penang, and will be a complement to the <a href=\"https:\/\/gf.com\/gf-press-release\/globalfoundries-officially-opens-us4-billion-expansion-facility-in-singapore-creating-1000-new-jobs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">recently opened GF Singapore fabrication plant<\/a>. The close proximity between both countries provides opportunities for cross-border initiatives and broadening the talent pool.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>END<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>About InvestPenang<\/strong><br \/>\nInvestPenang is the Penang State Government\u2019s principal agency for promotion of investment. Its objectives are to develop and sustain Penang\u2019s economy by enhancing and continuously supporting business activities in the State through foreign and local investments, including spawning viable new growth centers. To realize its objectives, InvestPenang also runs initiatives like the SMART Penang Center (providing assistance to SMEs) and Penang CAT Center (for talent attraction and retention). For more information, please visit <a href=\"https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/<\/a> and follow InvestPenang\u2019s social media channels: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/investpg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/investpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">LinkedIn<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About GF<\/strong><br \/>\nGlobalFoundries (GF) is one of the world\u2019s leading semiconductor manufacturers. GF is redefining innovation and semiconductor manufacturing by developing and delivering feature-rich process technology solutions that provide leadership performance in pervasive high growth markets.\u00a0GF offers a unique mix of design,\u00a0development\u00a0and fabrication services. With a talented and diverse workforce and an at-scale manufacturing footprint spanning the U.S., Europe and Asia, GF is a trusted technology source to its worldwide customers. For more information, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.gf.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.gf.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u00a9GlobalFoundries Inc., GF, GlobalFoundries, the GF logos and other GF marks are trademarks of GlobalFoundries Inc. or its subsidiaries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Forward-looking Information<\/u><\/strong><br \/>\nThis news release may contain forward-looking statements, which involve risks and uncertainties. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any of these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof. GF undertakes no obligation to update any of these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this news release or to reflect actual outcomes, unless require by law.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Media Contact:<\/strong><br \/>\nElaine Cheah \/ Michelle Goy<br \/>\nInvestPenang<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:elaine@investpenang.gov.my\">elaine@investpenang.gov.my<\/a> \/ <a href=\"mailto:michelle@investpenang.gov.my\">michelle@investpenang.gov.my<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Luana Low<br \/>\nGlobalFoundries<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:luana.low@gf.com\">luana.low@gf.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;120px&#8221; el_class=&#8221;height-x120&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"events-time-box\">\n<h2>26<\/h2>\n<div>\n<p>Tue<\/p>\n<p>September \u201823<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"author":5119,"featured_media":30483,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[316],"tags":[],"news_year":[220],"news_month":[227],"local_insights_alphabet":[],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38978"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5119"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=38978"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38978\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":39014,"href":"https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38978\/revisions\/39014"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/30483"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=38978"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=38978"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=38978"},{"taxonomy":"news_year","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/news_year?post=38978"},{"taxonomy":"news_month","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/news_month?post=38978"},{"taxonomy":"local_insights_alphabet","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/local_insights_alphabet?post=38978"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}