Plexus Breaks Ground For New Facility In Penang
Plexus Breaks Ground For New Facility In Penang
In a ceremony held today at Bandar Cassia Technology Park, Tengku Datuk Seri Utama Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz, Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, officiated the groundbreaking of Plexus' new Bridgeview manufacturing facility. This marks Plexus' sixth site in Malaysia and represents a major step forward for the country's digital economy and tech sector.
在万达卡西亚科技园举行的典礼上,投资、贸易和工业部长丹姑达斯里乌达马扎弗鲁尔·丹姑阿都阿兹亲自主持了普雷克萨斯新桥景制造设施的开工典礼。这标志着普雷克萨斯在马来西亚的第六个站点,也是我国数字经济和科技行业迈出的重要一步。
In his address, Tengku Zafrul expressed gratitude for the opportunity to celebrate the launch of this significant project. He noted, "This milestone is a significant step forward not only for Plexus but also for the country's digital economic journey, high-skilled employment and tech development. This move also reaffirms our nation's attractiveness and global appeal as a preferred investment destination."
丹姑扎富尔在讲话中对庆祝这个重要项目的机会表示感激。 他指出:“这个里程碑不仅是普雷克萨斯,也是我国数字经济之旅、高技能就业和科技发展的重大进步。这一举动也重申了我们国家作为优选投资目的地的吸引力和全球吸引力。“
The minister highlighted Malaysia's growing status as a semiconductor powerhouse. With global semiconductor industry projections reaching USD1 trillion by 2030, Malaysia, with its 50-year track record in the sector, is poised to benefit from this growth. In 2023, Penang alone attracted USD12.8 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) from semiconductor multinational corporations, surpassing the total FDI from the previous seven years combined.
部长强调马来西亚作为半导体强国的地位不断上升。随着全球半导体行业预测到2030年将达到1万亿美元,凭借其在该领域50年的历史,马来西亚有望从中受益。仅2023年,槟城就从半导体跨国公司吸引了128亿美元的外商直接投资(FDI),超过了前七年的总FDI。
He emphasised the importance of the New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP2030) and the National Semiconductor Strategy (NSS) in guiding the industry's future. "Malaysia has what it takes – a solid foundation, a thriving ecosystem, strong political will – to engineer the rapid growth of our manufacturing industry by engaging key stakeholders," he said.
他强调了2030年新工业总体规划(NIMP2030)和国家半导体策略(NSS)在引导行业未来方面的重要性。他说:“马来西亚具备一切条件——扎实的基础、蓬勃的生态系统、坚强的政治意愿——通过与主要利益相关者合作,推动我们的制造业迅速增长。“
The new Plexus facility, which will focus on Semiconductor Capital Equipment as well as the Healthcare and Life Sciences sectors, is seen as a key component in realising the NIMP's objectives. The expansion is expected to enhance Malaysia's manufacturing ecosystem, driven by dynamic partnerships between global and local companies and powered by top-tier talent.
新的普雷克萨斯设施,将专注于半导体资本设备、医疗保健和生命科学领域,被视为实现NIMP目标的关键组成部分。该扩建预计将增强马来西亚的制造业生态系统,由全球和本地企业之间的动态伙伴关系以及顶尖人才驱动。
The Minister also acknowledged the role of US companies in Malaysia's economic landscape, highlighting that in 2023, the country saw RM29.2 billion in approved investments from the US. He noted the potential for Malaysia to become a hub for medical devices, leveraging its manufacturing capabilities to serve both the ASEAN market and the broader Asian market.
部长也承认美国公司在马来西亚经济格局中的作用,强调2023年该国从美国获得了29.2亿令吉的批准投资。他指出马来西亚成为医疗设备中心的潜力,利用其制造能力为东盟市场和更广泛的亚洲市场服务。
The minister praised Plexus for its investments in sustainability and community engagement. "We appreciate the investments you have made in a 50,000 sq. ft. warehouse with automation, as well as solar panels to reduce your carbon footprint," he said. He also commended Plexus' efforts in promoting STEM education and diversity.
部长赞扬普雷克萨斯在可持续性和社区参与方面的投资。他说:“我们感谢您建造了一个5万平方英尺的自动化仓库,以及太阳能电池板以减少碳足迹的投资。”他还赞扬普雷克萨斯在推广STEM教育和多样性方面做出的努力。
Looking ahead, Tengku Zafrul encouraged Plexus to expand its STEM and technical and vocational education and training (TVET) programmes, and suggested the establishment of an interactive 'mini–Science Centre' at Bandar Cassia for local primary school students.
展望未来,丹姑扎富尔鼓励普雷克萨斯扩大其STEM和技术和职业教育培训(TVET)计划,并建议在万达卡西亚为当地小学生建立一个互动的“迷你科学中心”。
In conclusion, Tengku Zafrul reaffirmed Malaysia's commitment to supporting international investors and ensuring the successful implementation of projects. "I hereby officiate the groundbreaking of the Bridgeview manufacturing facility. May this lead Plexus, Penang, and Malaysia towards many more successes and a prosperous future," he stated.
最后,丹姑扎富尔重申了马来西亚支持国际投资者并确保项目成功实施的承诺。他说:“我现在正式开始桥景制造设施的开工典礼。愿这引领普雷克萨斯、槟城和马来西亚走向更多的成功和繁荣的未来。”
The ceremony marks a new chapter in Malaysia's journey towards becoming a leading global player in the tech industry.
这个典礼标志着马来西亚朝着成为领先的全球科技产业的道路上迈出了新的一步。