KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- Popular Japanese fast-casual dining chain Pepper Lunch will celebrate the inaugural World Pepper Rice Day on July 3, marking 31 years since the brand introduced its original sizzling Pepper Rice in Tokyo.
For one day only, 517 outlets worldwide will join in celebrating the signature teppan-style dish that has gained a strong international following since its debut, the company said in a statement.
The celebration pays tribute to the dish’s core innovations, including Pepper Lunch’s patented hotplate technology, which maintains a temperature of 80 degrees celsius (°C) for over 20 minutes, allowing diners to enjoy a sizzling, interactive experience.
The original Pepper Rice, featuring Pepper Margarine and Garlic Soy Sauce, remains a key attraction, with customers invited to season and stir-fry their meal to taste—right at their table.
To mark the occasion, Pepper Lunch will attempt a Guinness World Record for the “Most Photos of Hotplate Pepper Rice Uploaded to Facebook in One Hour”, taking place on July 3.
Participants must upload a photo of their Pepper Rice to Facebook with the hashtag #WorldPepperRiceDay, ensuring their post is set to public.
Customers dining in or taking out are encouraged to join the effort and contribute to what Pepper Lunch calls “a sizzling moment in history”.
Described as more than just a culinary event, the initiative spans locations from Tokyo to Singapore and Bangkok to Vancouver, highlighting the dish’s worldwide appeal.
Pepper Lunch is also offering media and influencer opportunities in select countries, including behind-the-scenes content and promotional tastings.
-- BERNAMA
Monday, June 30, 2025
Friday, June 20, 2025
KIOXIA UNVEILS NEXT-GENERATION PCIE 5.0 SSDS TO POWER AI, HPC WORKLOADS
KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 (Bernama) -- Kioxia Corporation, a global leader in memory solutions, has introduced a prototype of its new KIOXIA CD9P Series PCIe 5.0 NVMe solid-state drives (SSDs).
Designed to meet the increasing performance demands of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and high-performance computing (HPC) workloads, the drives will also be showcased at HPE Discover 2025, which will be held from June 23 to 26 in Las Vegas.
The CD9P Series is the latest addition to Kioxia’s SSD portfolio and is built using its eighth generation BiCS FLASH triple-level cell (TLC) 3D flash memory, which incorporates CMOS directly Bonded to Array (CBA) technology, a breakthrough that significantly enhances storage density, performance and power efficiency.
In a statement, Kioxia said the new architecture doubles the capacity available per SSD compared with previous generation models, offering better value for data centres by improving both performance and total cost of ownership.
The CD9P Series has been engineered to ensure high throughput and low latency, key factors in supporting graphics processing unit (GPU)-accelerated servers where consistent data delivery is essential to maintaining GPU utilisation.
The CBA-based design reduces heat generation, improves thermal management, and enhances operational stability, making it well-suited for modern AI and HPC data centres.
Performance metrics for the new drives show significant improvements over their predecessors, with up to a 125 per cent increase in random write, 30 per cent in random read, 20 per cent in sequential read, and 25 per cent in sequential write speeds.
In terms of energy efficiency, the CD9P Series also achieves notable gains. For the 15.36 terabyte model, performance per watt has improved by approximately 60 per cent in sequential read, 45 per cent in sequential write, 55 per cent in random read, and 100 per cent in random write.
These advancements are critical in meeting growing storage requirements as AI-driven data loads become more complex and demanding, while samples of the KIOXIA CD9P Series are currently being provided to select customers for evaluation and feedback.
-- BERNAMA
Designed to meet the increasing performance demands of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and high-performance computing (HPC) workloads, the drives will also be showcased at HPE Discover 2025, which will be held from June 23 to 26 in Las Vegas.
The CD9P Series is the latest addition to Kioxia’s SSD portfolio and is built using its eighth generation BiCS FLASH triple-level cell (TLC) 3D flash memory, which incorporates CMOS directly Bonded to Array (CBA) technology, a breakthrough that significantly enhances storage density, performance and power efficiency.
In a statement, Kioxia said the new architecture doubles the capacity available per SSD compared with previous generation models, offering better value for data centres by improving both performance and total cost of ownership.
The CD9P Series has been engineered to ensure high throughput and low latency, key factors in supporting graphics processing unit (GPU)-accelerated servers where consistent data delivery is essential to maintaining GPU utilisation.
The CBA-based design reduces heat generation, improves thermal management, and enhances operational stability, making it well-suited for modern AI and HPC data centres.
Performance metrics for the new drives show significant improvements over their predecessors, with up to a 125 per cent increase in random write, 30 per cent in random read, 20 per cent in sequential read, and 25 per cent in sequential write speeds.
In terms of energy efficiency, the CD9P Series also achieves notable gains. For the 15.36 terabyte model, performance per watt has improved by approximately 60 per cent in sequential read, 45 per cent in sequential write, 55 per cent in random read, and 100 per cent in random write.
These advancements are critical in meeting growing storage requirements as AI-driven data loads become more complex and demanding, while samples of the KIOXIA CD9P Series are currently being provided to select customers for evaluation and feedback.
-- BERNAMA
VISTA EXPLORES SOUTHEAST ASIA’S ULTRA-LUXURY BOOM AT EXCLUSIVE SINGAPORE PANEL
KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 (Bernama) -- Vista, the parent company of VistaJet and XO, has hosted a panel discussion in Singapore to explore shifting lifestyle and investment trends among Southeast Asia’s ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs).
The invitation-only event gathered speakers from Vista, Knight Frank and Sanlorenzo Asia Pacific, who shared insights into growing demand for premium experiences, private aviation, luxury real estate and superyachts across the region.
Vista Vice President of Marketing for Asia Pacific (APAC) and India, Middle East, and Africa (IMEA), Amy Yang said Singapore remains a top destination among its clients, driven by “bleisure” travel, the blending of business and leisure.
“With infrastructure covering 96 per cent of the world, Vista is well-positioned to meet the needs of mobile, global travellers,” she said in a statement.
In 2024, VistaJet recorded a 10 per cent rise in its memberships in Southeast Asia, while XO saw private flight activity in Singapore double year-on-year.
Vista noted a sharp rise in business jet traffic during major events. The Taylor Swift Eras tour in Singapore triggered a 362 per cent spike, while the Singapore Grand Prix saw a 168 per cent increase. The Singapore Yachting Festival also contributed to a 46 per cent jump over the daily flight average.
Emerging destinations for affluent travellers include Kuching in Malaysia, Da Nang in Vietnam, and Sorong in Indonesia, offering unique eco-, cultural and marine-based experiences. Established favourites like the Maldives, Bali and Phuket continue to see robust interest, especially with Phuket gaining visibility through HBO’s “The White Lotus”.
Knight Frank identified Manila as the fastest-growing prime residential market in 2024, while Malaysia’s property sector remains attractive due to supportive government policies. Bangkok continues to see strong foreign investment, particularly from Chinese buyers.
Meanwhile, according to Sanlorenzo Asia Pacific, the regional superyacht market is expanding rapidly, driven by a new generation of UHNWIs seeking discreet, experiential luxury with long-term value.
-- BERNAMA
The invitation-only event gathered speakers from Vista, Knight Frank and Sanlorenzo Asia Pacific, who shared insights into growing demand for premium experiences, private aviation, luxury real estate and superyachts across the region.
Vista Vice President of Marketing for Asia Pacific (APAC) and India, Middle East, and Africa (IMEA), Amy Yang said Singapore remains a top destination among its clients, driven by “bleisure” travel, the blending of business and leisure.
“With infrastructure covering 96 per cent of the world, Vista is well-positioned to meet the needs of mobile, global travellers,” she said in a statement.
In 2024, VistaJet recorded a 10 per cent rise in its memberships in Southeast Asia, while XO saw private flight activity in Singapore double year-on-year.
Vista noted a sharp rise in business jet traffic during major events. The Taylor Swift Eras tour in Singapore triggered a 362 per cent spike, while the Singapore Grand Prix saw a 168 per cent increase. The Singapore Yachting Festival also contributed to a 46 per cent jump over the daily flight average.
Emerging destinations for affluent travellers include Kuching in Malaysia, Da Nang in Vietnam, and Sorong in Indonesia, offering unique eco-, cultural and marine-based experiences. Established favourites like the Maldives, Bali and Phuket continue to see robust interest, especially with Phuket gaining visibility through HBO’s “The White Lotus”.
Knight Frank identified Manila as the fastest-growing prime residential market in 2024, while Malaysia’s property sector remains attractive due to supportive government policies. Bangkok continues to see strong foreign investment, particularly from Chinese buyers.
Meanwhile, according to Sanlorenzo Asia Pacific, the regional superyacht market is expanding rapidly, driven by a new generation of UHNWIs seeking discreet, experiential luxury with long-term value.
-- BERNAMA
Thursday, June 19, 2025
GOVERNMENT & INDUSTRIES REINFORCE NEED FOR URGENT DELIVERY OF ENERGY TRANSITION
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| (From Left) Dr. Atul Arya, Senior Vice President and Chief Energy Strategist of S&P Global; Dr. Daniel Yergin, Vice Chairman of S&P Global and Founder of CERAWeek; and Tan Sri Tengku Muhammad Taufik, President & Group CEO of PETRONAS and Chairman of Energy Asia reflect on the three-day conference of Energy Asia 2025. |
KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Energy Asia by PETRONAS and Knowledge Partner, CERAWeek by S&P Global concluded today with a resounding call for urgent, inclusive and actionable delivery of the energy transition. Over the course of three days, the conference convened more than 4,000 attendees across 60 countries and 38 industries, including policymakers, financiers, technologists and energy professionals.
Leaders from governments and business also acknowledged that while the region has made considerable progress in setting targets and forging partnerships, the focus must now shift decisively toward delivery at speed and scale.
Against the backdrop of intensifying global challenges, leaders reaffirmed that Asia plays a major role in the energy transition. The region’s rising energy demand, economic growth and development needs make it both indispensable and distinct as such, transition strategies must be regionally grounded, prioritising energy access, affordability, and socioeconomic progress.
Notwithstanding, transitions in the developing world and emerging economies must be rooted on access and affordability and cannot come at the expense of energy security and sustainability.
Officiated by the Honourable Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia, the conference centred on the theme ‘Delivering Asia’s Energy Transition’. Through more than 50 strategic dialogues, Energy Asia fostered pragmatic, multi-stakeholder collaboration with a shared sense of urgency.
Speaking at the Closing Ceremony, PETRONAS President & Group CEO and Energy Asia Chairman, Tan Sri Tengku Muhammad Taufik said, “The objective of Energy Asia 2025 is to address the realities of the energy transition within the context of this region. The perspectives aired over the past three days have successfully highlighted the existing and emerging challenges faced and underscored the imperative to build a resilient energy system. Asia stands firm in our pragmatic and collaborative approach in shaping a just and equitable energy future for more than half of the global population. Beyond the thought leadership that was front and centre at the conference, Energy Asia 2025 also witnessed the formation of numerous new initiatives and partnerships, that are positioned to deliver real outcomes for the region.”
A landmark feature of this year’s conference was the inaugural Energy Asia Global Leadership Executive Forum, a closed-door gathering of over 30 global CEOs and C-suite leaders from energy, finance, technology, and professional services. This high-level dialogue produced alignment on four critical areas of action:
· Sharing of best practices to build resilient energy systems;
· Enhancing project bankability to unlock capital flows and investor confidence;
· Reducing emissions while delivering social impact; and
· Accelerating innovation and adoption of decarbonisation technologies.
In a show of real momentum, Energy Asia 2025 also witnessed the signing of 14 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and the advancement of several high-impact initiatives across technologies, geographies and business models. Notable announcements to support resilience of energy supply include:
· Strategic Cooperation Agreement and Farm-Out Agreements between PETRONAS and TotalEnergies, deepening upstream collaboration in Malaysia.
· Joint Venture Framework Agreement between PETRONAS and Eni to explore a regional upstream joint venture.
· Award of the Temaris Cluster Small Field Asset PSC by PETRONAS, through Malaysia Petroleum Management (MPM) to Seascape Energy Asia (One) Sdn Bhd, advancing Malaysia’s upstream development.
· LNG Sale and Purchase Agreement between PETRONAS LNG Ltd. and Commonwealth LNG, strengthening supply diversification through the United States.
· MoU between PETRONAS and JERA to deepen collaboration across the gas value chain, supporting Japan’s energy security and sustainability agenda.
Equally, these announcements have matched by initiatives to support energy transition:
· Launch of Blue Carbon Collective by PETRONAS in collaboration with Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula 1 Team, the University of Sao Paolo and Universiti Putra Malaysia to advance research in mangrove-based carbon capture and storage.
· Launch of PETRONAS Energy Transition Academy (P-ETA) to equip the energy workforce with skills for a low-carbon future.
· Formation of Jules Nautica Sdn Bhd, a joint venture between PETRONAS CCS Ventures, MISC Berhad and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines to own and operate liquefied carbon dioxide (LCO₂) carriers for carbon capture and storage (CCS).
The Energy Park which runs concurrently with the Executive Conference welcomed almost 14,000 visitors, who engaged with the exhibitions on innovation and emerging technologies and cutting-edge solutions from partners and collaborators of Energy Asia.
About Energy Asia
Energy Asia aims to advance the region’s Net-Zero ambitions by bringing together policymakers, industry captains and energy professionals through actionable solutions for a just and responsible energy transition. Spanning three days from 16 to 18 June 2025 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Energy Asia is poised to deliver riveting thought leadership discussions alongside a showcase of cutting-edge technology and solutions.
Link for photos and captions:
https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/mobile/folders/1K5Cc6mMu2aiRE4kl6_GGvP_AfUCh4FBU
SOURCE: PETRONAS
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Name: Wan Muhammad Eizlan
Tel: +60199542499
Name: Angelyn Tan
Tel: +60193878966
Name: Lizz Abdullah
Tel: +60196787580
--BERNAMA
Major milestone for Axi as broker teams up with prestigious media publisher Bloomberg
SYDNEY, June 19 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading online FX and CFD broker Axi proudly announced a partnership with globally recognised financial services and media company Bloomberg. This strategic collaboration marks a major step forward in the broker’s ongoing commitment to building strong brand awareness and credibility on the global stage.
Louis Cooper, Chief Commercial Officer at Axi, shows his excitement for this new collaboration, noting: “We are immensely proud to have secured a partnership with a media publisher as globally respected as Bloomberg. A prominent global leader in business and financial news, Bloomberg is renowned for its high-quality journalism and trusted insights. This collaboration gives Axi a unique opportunity to showcase our innovations with a broad, influential audience across the world, which aligns perfectly with our strategic ambitions.”
As part of the collaboration, Bloomberg will roll out a four-part campaign throughout the summer, focusing exclusively on the broker’s flagship capital allocation program, Axi Select. The program offers ambitious traders the opportunity to access up to $1,000,000 USD in capital funding and earn up to 90% of their profits, as well as the advantage to join the program with zero registration or monthly fees*. Other standout features of Axi Select include, among others, its use of a Standard or a Pro live account, unrestrictive trading conditions, and an exclusive trading room – all designed to accelerate and maximise traders’ potential. In recent weeks, Axi Select announced four traders who reached the top milestone of the program, each receiving a $1M allocation. In addition, other traders on the program have secured capital funding at various levels, including $100K, $200K, and $500K, reflecting the program’s effectiveness in empowering traders to turn their ambitions into reality.
Recently, the broker was honoured with the ‘Best Funded Trader Program’ award by the ADVFN International Financial Awards, and, among others, was recognised by Finance Feeds with the ‘Most Innovative Proprietary Trading Firm’ award**.
To learn more about Axi Select click here
About Axi
Axi is a global online FX and CFD trading company, with thousands of customers in 100+ countries worldwide. Axi offers CFDs for several asset classes including Forex, Shares, Gold, Oil, Coffee, and more.
For more information or additional comments from Axi, please contact: mediaenquiries@axi.com
The Axi Select program is only available to clients of AxiTrader Limited. CFDs carry a high risk of investment loss. In our dealings with you, we will act as a principal counterparty to all of your positions. This content is not available to AU, NZ, EU and UK residents. For more information, refer to our Terms of Service. *Standard trading fees apply.
**Granted to the Axi Group of Companies.
SOURCE: AxiTrader Limited
DISCLAIMER: BERNAMA MREM are not accountable for any causes of website defacement, misuse, or illegal activities connected to cryptocurrency, blockchain, tokenisation, or bitcoin. This material should not be considered as guidance or an opinion, as it does not constitute financial or investment advice. Use this information at your own risk; we are not liable for any losses or damages caused by the republication of this article.
--BERNAMA
Louis Cooper, Chief Commercial Officer at Axi, shows his excitement for this new collaboration, noting: “We are immensely proud to have secured a partnership with a media publisher as globally respected as Bloomberg. A prominent global leader in business and financial news, Bloomberg is renowned for its high-quality journalism and trusted insights. This collaboration gives Axi a unique opportunity to showcase our innovations with a broad, influential audience across the world, which aligns perfectly with our strategic ambitions.”
As part of the collaboration, Bloomberg will roll out a four-part campaign throughout the summer, focusing exclusively on the broker’s flagship capital allocation program, Axi Select. The program offers ambitious traders the opportunity to access up to $1,000,000 USD in capital funding and earn up to 90% of their profits, as well as the advantage to join the program with zero registration or monthly fees*. Other standout features of Axi Select include, among others, its use of a Standard or a Pro live account, unrestrictive trading conditions, and an exclusive trading room – all designed to accelerate and maximise traders’ potential. In recent weeks, Axi Select announced four traders who reached the top milestone of the program, each receiving a $1M allocation. In addition, other traders on the program have secured capital funding at various levels, including $100K, $200K, and $500K, reflecting the program’s effectiveness in empowering traders to turn their ambitions into reality.
Recently, the broker was honoured with the ‘Best Funded Trader Program’ award by the ADVFN International Financial Awards, and, among others, was recognised by Finance Feeds with the ‘Most Innovative Proprietary Trading Firm’ award**.
To learn more about Axi Select click here
About Axi
Axi is a global online FX and CFD trading company, with thousands of customers in 100+ countries worldwide. Axi offers CFDs for several asset classes including Forex, Shares, Gold, Oil, Coffee, and more.
For more information or additional comments from Axi, please contact: mediaenquiries@axi.com
The Axi Select program is only available to clients of AxiTrader Limited. CFDs carry a high risk of investment loss. In our dealings with you, we will act as a principal counterparty to all of your positions. This content is not available to AU, NZ, EU and UK residents. For more information, refer to our Terms of Service. *Standard trading fees apply.
**Granted to the Axi Group of Companies.
SOURCE: AxiTrader Limited
DISCLAIMER: BERNAMA MREM are not accountable for any causes of website defacement, misuse, or illegal activities connected to cryptocurrency, blockchain, tokenisation, or bitcoin. This material should not be considered as guidance or an opinion, as it does not constitute financial or investment advice. Use this information at your own risk; we are not liable for any losses or damages caused by the republication of this article.
--BERNAMA
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Triangle Life: Transforming the High-Net-Worth Life Insurance Experience
HAMILTON, Bermuda, June 17 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Triangle Life announces today that it has secured its next stage of growth investment. Alongside this, the company has commenced signing agreements with international high-net-worth (HNW) brokers across key international financial centres.
Headquartered in Bermuda, a global financial centre for insurance and reinsurance, Triangle Life is the only life insurance company founded with a sole focus on serving the HNW market.
A strong capital base for growth has been achieved through investment from a diverse group of investors, including Aspida Life Insurance Company, BroadRiver Asset Management L.P. and a series of family offices, who align with Triangle Life’s long-term vision and client-centric approach. The investors are highly supportive of the company’s focus as a HNW insurance provider and its innovative growth strategy.
Bringing together an exceptional team of experienced HNW insurance leaders, led by CEO, Niall O’Hare, the company is dedicated to working with brokers to help HNW clients realise the positive impact of their wealth in securing legacy plans aligned with their values and aspirations.
Triangle Life has developed an innovative digital platform designed to enhance advisors’ engagement and meet the expectations of today’s internationally mobile, tech-savvy HNW clients. Blending cutting-edge technology with personalised service, the platform is built to deliver a modern and convenient insurance experience.
Niall O’Hare, CEO, Triangle Life commented:
“At Triangle Life, we see an opportunity to bring fresh thinking and a new approach in HNW mortality protection. Strong backing from our investors reflects confidence in our vision: a modern life insurer built around the needs of today’s HNW clients. We're excited to deliver on this through a team of seasoned professionals, working alongside leading brokers serving clients with complex, international life insurance needs."
Merrilyn Johnson, Chief Commercial Officer, Triangle Life commented:
“Triangle Life is inspired by the belief that meeting the evolving needs of the global HNW community means doing things differently — with deeper insight, greater flexibility, and a personalised approach. By combining exceptional service with deep experience, we are built to deliver best-in-class, digitally enabled HNW life insurance solutions.”
Triangle Life is expanding its broker network and invites interested distributors and advisors to contact the company for more information at info@trianglelife.bm or visit trianglelife.bm.
Jefferies acted as financial advisor and Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom (UK) LLP served as legal advisors to the Company in this transaction, with Appleby Bermuda acting as Bermuda counsel.
ABOUT TRIANGLE LIFE
Triangle Life is a Bermuda-based life insurance company providing solutions for HNW individuals (HNWIs), their families and businesses to meet today’s client needs, as well as the transition to tomorrow’s demands and expectations. It is uniquely focused on solving the complexities of global wealth succession that enables HNWIs to bestow a legacy aligned to their personal vision, goals and values.
View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250616603080/en/
Contact
MEDIA CONTACT
Tom Nutt/Sara Neidle
SEC Newgate UK
TriangleLife@secnewgate.co.uk
Source : Triangle Life
--BERNAMA
A strong capital base for growth has been achieved through investment from a diverse group of investors, including Aspida Life Insurance Company, BroadRiver Asset Management L.P. and a series of family offices, who align with Triangle Life’s long-term vision and client-centric approach. The investors are highly supportive of the company’s focus as a HNW insurance provider and its innovative growth strategy.
Bringing together an exceptional team of experienced HNW insurance leaders, led by CEO, Niall O’Hare, the company is dedicated to working with brokers to help HNW clients realise the positive impact of their wealth in securing legacy plans aligned with their values and aspirations.
Triangle Life has developed an innovative digital platform designed to enhance advisors’ engagement and meet the expectations of today’s internationally mobile, tech-savvy HNW clients. Blending cutting-edge technology with personalised service, the platform is built to deliver a modern and convenient insurance experience.
Niall O’Hare, CEO, Triangle Life commented:
“At Triangle Life, we see an opportunity to bring fresh thinking and a new approach in HNW mortality protection. Strong backing from our investors reflects confidence in our vision: a modern life insurer built around the needs of today’s HNW clients. We're excited to deliver on this through a team of seasoned professionals, working alongside leading brokers serving clients with complex, international life insurance needs."
Merrilyn Johnson, Chief Commercial Officer, Triangle Life commented:
“Triangle Life is inspired by the belief that meeting the evolving needs of the global HNW community means doing things differently — with deeper insight, greater flexibility, and a personalised approach. By combining exceptional service with deep experience, we are built to deliver best-in-class, digitally enabled HNW life insurance solutions.”
Triangle Life is expanding its broker network and invites interested distributors and advisors to contact the company for more information at info@trianglelife.bm or visit trianglelife.bm.
Jefferies acted as financial advisor and Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom (UK) LLP served as legal advisors to the Company in this transaction, with Appleby Bermuda acting as Bermuda counsel.
ABOUT TRIANGLE LIFE
Triangle Life is a Bermuda-based life insurance company providing solutions for HNW individuals (HNWIs), their families and businesses to meet today’s client needs, as well as the transition to tomorrow’s demands and expectations. It is uniquely focused on solving the complexities of global wealth succession that enables HNWIs to bestow a legacy aligned to their personal vision, goals and values.
View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250616603080/en/
Contact
MEDIA CONTACT
Tom Nutt/Sara Neidle
SEC Newgate UK
TriangleLife@secnewgate.co.uk
Source : Triangle Life
--BERNAMA
KUKA Robotics Expands Malaysian Footprint with New Penang Office, Strengthening Nation's Automation Hub Status
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| KUKA Opening Ceremony (Photo credit: KUKA) |
Strategic expansion and PSDC partnership set to accelerate Industry 4.0 adoption and talent development in Northern Malaysia
PENANG, June 18 (Bernama) -- KUKA Robotics Malaysia, a subsidiary of Germany-headquartered KUKA — a global leader in intelligent automation solutions and majority-owned by China’s Midea Group – today marked a significant milestone with the official launch of its new Penang branch in Bandar Cassia, Batu Kawan. This strategic move reinforces the company’s commitment to advancing industrial automation and robotics innovation in Malaysia and across the Asia-Pacific Economic region.
The ceremony was graced by YB Tuan Jagdeep Singh Deo, Deputy Chief Minister II of Penang, alongside senior representatives from the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), InvestPenang, and key industry leaders.
Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid, CEO of MIDA, congratulated KUKA on its office expansion to Penang, stating, “KUKA’s expansion into Penang underscores Malaysia's robust industrial ecosystem and the growing demand for advanced automation solutions. This new office will assume a key role in supporting our high-technology industries through closer customer engagement, enhanced technical services, and the development of local talent. The initiative is well aligned with the goals of the New Industrial Master Plan (NIMP) 2030, particularly in building Malaysia’s strengths in smart automation.”
This expansion follows KUKA’s successful establishment of its first Malaysian office in Puchong, Selangor and represents a strategic move to support Northern Malaysia's growing prominence in high-tech manufacturing and smart automation.
During the ceremony, KUKA signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Penang Skills Development Centre (PSDC) to collaborate on robotics training and workforce development — a key initiative aligned with Malaysia’s Industry 4.0 vision.
“Penang’s strength in advanced manufacturing makes it the ideal location for KUKA’s next chapter. We are proud to partner with state agencies and PSDC to shape the next generation of industrial talent,” said Mr. Tean Shen Zen, CEO of KUKA Southeast Asia.
“KUKA's investment in Penang reflects our confidence in Malaysia as a strategic partner for innovation in automation and robotics,” added Mr. Alan Fam, Chief Regional Officer, KUKA APeC.
The new facility features:
· State-of-the-art Application Center showcasing KUKA's latest robotic solutions
· Advanced demonstration areas for electronics, automotive, logistics, and medical applications
· Swisslog AutoStore demo facility highlighting intralogistics capabilities
· Training facilities for workforce development programmes
With this latest expansion, KUKA strengthens its footprint in Malaysia and reinforces its commitment to supporting the nation's Industry 4.0 transformation. The Penang branch is set to serve as a regional hub for innovation, technical support, and talent engagement — empowering businesses across sectors to embrace smarter, more efficient automation solutions.
Refer to this link for contact details and enquiries: https://shorturl.at/Yuq6G
SOURCE: Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA)
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
MIDA
Name: Ms. Zakiah Sajidan
Director, Machinery and Metal Technology Division, MIDA
Tel: DL +603-2267 6769
Email: zakiah@mida.gov.my
InvestPenang
Name: Elaine Cheah / Arief Ferdaus
Communications & Business Intelligence
Tel: DL +604-646 8833
Email: elaine@investpenang.gov.my / arief@investpenang.gov.my
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Hummendorfer Straße 74
96317 Kronach-Neuses
Germany
Tel: +49 9261 / 910 000
Email: kontakt@m-a-i.de
www.m-a-i.de
M.A.i Automation Technology Malaysia Sdn.Bhd.
PMT3089, Jalan Jelawat, Taman Perindustrian Seberang Jaya,
13700 Perai, Penang
Malaysia
Tel: +604 383 92 12
Email: sales@m-a-i.my
www.m-a-i.my
--BERNAMA
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