{"id":39555,"date":"2022-03-09T15:15:56","date_gmt":"2022-03-09T07:15:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/press-release-aetms-confidence-in-malaysia-results-in-the-setting-up-of-a-20000-square-feet-manufacturing-facility-in-pulau-pinang\/"},"modified":"2025-11-28T14:24:14","modified_gmt":"2025-11-28T06:24:14","slug":"press-release-aetms-confidence-in-malaysia-results-in-the-setting-up-of-a-20000-square-feet-manufacturing-facility-in-pulau-pinang","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/zh-hans\/press-release-aetms-confidence-in-malaysia-results-in-the-setting-up-of-a-20000-square-feet-manufacturing-facility-in-pulau-pinang\/","title":{"rendered":"[Press Release] AETM\u2019S Confidence in Malaysia Results in The Setting Up of a 20,000 Square Feet Manufacturing Facility in Pulau Pinang"},"content":{"rendered":"

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[Press Release] AETM\u2019S Confidence in Malaysia Results in The Setting Up of a 20,000 Square Feet Manufacturing Facility in Pulau Pinang<\/h1>\n

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9 March 2022<\/p>\n

[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern” css=”.vc_custom_1703764846254{background-color: #f3f5f8 !important;}” z_index=””][vc_column el_class=”fade-in animate”][vc_empty_space height=”120px” el_class=”height-x120″][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”grid” text_align=”left” css_animation=””][vc_column_inner][vc_single_image image=”30018″ img_size=”full” qode_css_animation=”” el_class=”single-featured-image”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”60px” el_class=”height-x60″][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”grid” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” el_class=”content-row”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Pulau Pinang, 9 March 2022 \u2013 Applied Engineering Technology (M) Sdn. Bhd. (AETM) organised a grand opening ceremony for its manufacturing plant in Batu Kawan Industrial Park, Pulau Pinang today. The ceremony was officiated by Deputy Chief Minister 1 of Penang, YB. Dato\u2019 Ir. Haji Ahmad Zakiyuddin bin Abdul Rahman and attended by Government officials including Madam Lim Bee Vian, Deputy CEO of Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) (Investment Development) and Dato\u2019 Loo Lee Lian, CEO of InvestPenang.<\/p>\n

Established in May 2021, AETM is a joint venture company between US-based Applied Engineering (AE) and its Malaysian counterpart, QES Manufacturing Sdn. Bhd. (QES). Together, they will provide high-tech electromechanical contract manufacturing services, from prototyping to high volume production. Notably, AETM is AE\u2019s first offshore operation outside of the United States.<\/p>\n

Congratulating AETM, Dato\u2019 Ahmad Zakiyuddin Abdul Rahman, Deputy Chief Minister 1 of Penang said \u201cPenang\u2019s dynamic industry cluster allows companies that set foot here to enjoy overarching benefits, which include supply chain resiliency and operational advantage. Importantly, the talent pool is equipped with strong engineering expertise that enables companies here to perform high value-added activities and increase participation in the global value chain.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThe significance of Penang in the regional and global scale is well attested, Penang accounted for over 5 per cent of the global semiconductor sales and serves as one of the most thriving regional hubs for equipment manufacturing, as well as medical technology industries. Leveraging Penang state as a springboard, I am confident that Applied Engineering Technology could seize tremendous opportunities arising from the technology advancement and global megatrends.<\/p>\n

\u201dMeanwhile, Madam Lim Bee Vian, Deputy CEO (Investment Development), MIDA stated, \u201cThis grand opening ceremony is a very significant milestone after the joint venture partnership was established in 2021. It is a parallel testament to global investors\u2019 confidence in Malaysia as a preferred investment destination, as well as the capability and readiness of local companies to support high profile business ventures and activities.\u201d She expressed confidence that having Applied Engineering Technology\u2019s (AETM) technology and expertise here in Malaysia will enhance the value of talent and skilled human capital development in the country, which is in line with our National Industry 4.0 aspirations. Local job seekers, particularly those with an engineering background will benefit greatly from the transfer of technology by working hands-on with the experts at AETM.<\/p>\n

\u201cLocal suppliers would also benefit from increased business, particularly in the areas of automation equipment design. This in turn can assist local suppliers in meeting international standards and integrate themselves into the global value chain.\u201d Madam Lim added.<\/p>\n

The Batu Kawan manufacturing plant, which has a factory floor space of approximately 20,000 square feet, is expected to begin servicing customers in April 2022. Currently, AETM has successfully obtained MIDA\u2019s manufacturing license as well as business license from the local authority. AETM has also received a Manufacturing Warehouse Licence (LMW) from the Royal Malaysian Customs Department in February 2022.<\/p>\n

Speaking at the event, the President of Applied Engineering Inc. Jack Yao added, \u201cWe truly appreciate the partnership with QES. We will work in the best way possible to ensure the success of this joint venture. Batu Kawan is a great place for manufacturing companies, and we are glad to be able to cement a mark in this area. The markets served under this endeavour include semiconductor\/display capital equipment, medical technology, industrial automation, aerospace, and emerging technology markets. We are confident that the ASEAN market will benefit from this partnership.\u201d<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, the Managing Director and President of QES Group Berhad Chew Ne Weng said, \u201cToday marks a momentous step forward in our joint venture with AETM. We thank the Deputy Chief Minister 1 of Penang for taking time out of his busy schedule to officiate our event. We look forward to kickstarting our joint venture\u2019s manufacturing operation in Batu Kawan, Pulau Pinang.<\/p>\n

Aside from our manufacturing facility, we have invested heavily in talent building. From November 2021 to January 2022, we have sent key staff members and technicians to AE San Jose for knowledge transfer, to have an in-depth understanding on the technical know-how. In addition, we intend to station technical experts from AE San Jose in Penang for additional training. For the first two years, our focus is to support our customers in terms of equipment assembly and integration, focusing on semiconductor, medical and other industry segments. Starting from the third year onwards, we plan to develop equipment design capability for our customers, based on their needs.\u201d<\/p>\n

The project segments are primarily for electromechanical contract manufacturing services, and AETM is working to meet the specific manufacturing needs of their clients. The company\u2019s focus will be on semiconductor equipment manufacturing medical technology, medical devices, defence, and aerospace not only for the Malaysian market but also for the ASEAN and China markets.<\/p>\n

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About MIDA<\/strong><\/p>\n

MIDA is the government’s principal investment promotion and development agency under the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) to oversee and drive investments into the manufacturing and services sectors in Malaysia. Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur Sentral, MIDA has 12 regional and 20 overseas offices. MIDA continues to be the strategic partner to businesses in seizing the opportunities arising from the technology revolution of this era.<\/p>\n

For more information, please visit www.mida.gov.my<\/a> and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube channel.<\/p>\n

About InvestPenang<\/strong><\/p>\n

InvestPenang 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 centres. To realize its objectives, InvestPenang also runs initiatives like the SMART Penang Centre (aiding SMEs), Penang CAT Centre (for talent attraction and retention) and i4.0 seed fund (a catalyst for the start-up ecosystem).<\/p>\n

For more information, please visit https:\/\/investpenang.gov.my\/.<\/a><\/p>\n

Do follow us on InvestPenang\u2019s social media channels: Facebook<\/a> ; LinkedIn<\/a><\/p>\n

About Applied Engineering Inc.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Electronic Interface Company DBA as Applied Engineering Inc. is a California corporation with its business headquarters at 6341 San Ignacio Ave. Suite 10, San Jose, CA, 95119. AE is a 100 per cent employee-owned company located in San Jose and has been in business since 1979. AE specialises in electro-mechanical contract manufacturing services from prototype to high volume production for semiconductor, life science, defence, aerospace, and emerging technology segment. AE is known in the industry as a contract manufacturer.<\/p>\n

For more information about Applied Engineering please visit https:\/\/www.appliedengineering.com<\/a><\/p>\n

About QES Group Berhad<\/strong><\/p>\n

QES Group Berhad (\u201cQES\u201d or the \u201cGroup\u201d) was listed on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad in 2018. Through its subsidiaries, it is principally involved in the manufacturing, distribution and provision of engineering services for inspection, test, measuring, analytical and automated handling equipment. The Group serves customers from a broad range of industries including the semiconductor, electrical & electronics, automotive and metal, higher education institutions, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, environment and renewable energy industry. QES is listed under the Industrial Products and Services Sector (Name & Code: QES & 0196).<\/p>\n

For more information about QES Group Bhd, please visit https:\/\/www.qesnet.com\/ .<\/a><\/p>\n

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For more information, please contact:<\/p>\n

MIDA<\/strong>
\nMs. Zakiah Sajidan
\nDirector, Machinery & Metal Technology Division, MIDA
\nTelephone: 03-2267 3628
\nEmail: zakiah@mida.gov.my<\/a><\/p>\n

InvestPenang<\/strong>
\nMs. Yeoh Bit Kun
\nHead, Communication and Business Intelligence
\nTelephone: 04-646 8833
\nEmail: bitkun@investpenang.gov.my<\/a><\/p>\n

Applied Engineering Inc<\/strong>
\nMs. Liana Marrero
\nSales Operation Manager
\nTelephone: +1 408 605 8028
\nE-mail: lmarrero@appliedengineering.com<\/a><\/p>\n

QES Group Berhad<\/strong>
\nMs. Alicia Chan
\nSr. Personal Assistant to the Group Managing Director
\nTelephone: 03-5882 6668
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