MKS Instruments Commits US$100M to New Super Centre Factory in Penang

MKS Instruments Inc (MKS), a leader in global technology solutions, has announced a US$100 million investment to establish a new super centre factory in Batu Kawan, Penang. This significant facility will enhance MKS's production capabilities for wafer fabrication equipment, catering to both regional and global markets.

At the groundbreaking ceremony, MKS Executive Vice-President David Henry shared that the development will take place in three phases, with the first expected to be completed by mid-2026. The 500,000-square-foot plant, spread across a 6.88-hectare site, is anticipated to generate approximately 1,000 new jobs.

Highlighting Penang’s advantages, Henry noted the state’s robust semiconductor ecosystem, proximity to clients and suppliers, and advanced infrastructure. “Expanding into Penang strengthens our global footprint and advances our capabilities in semiconductor manufacturing applications,” he remarked.

Officiating the ceremony, Bukit Tambun state assemblyman and InvestPenang director Goh Choon Aik emphasized Penang's standing as a premier destination for electronics and electrical investments in Southeast Asia, citing its strong industrial legacy. Also present were United States Embassy Commercial Counsellor Francis Peters and InvestPenang CEO Datuk Loo Lee Lian.

MKS Instruments' expansion into Penang marks another milestone in the state’s journey as a hub for high-tech industries, further integrating Penang into the global semiconductor supply chain.

Source: Property News, Buletin Mutiara