Sapura Industrial Berhad plans RM500 million high-precision energy component plant in Gurun

Sapura Industrial Berhad (SIB) is set to invest RM500 million in a new high-precision energy component manufacturing plant in the Gurun Industrial Park, Kedah. This significant investment, made in collaboration with China's Zhejiang Zhongze Precision Technology Co. Ltd (ZZ Tech), aims to bolster Malaysia's energy manufacturing capabilities and address the increasing demand for energy storage solutions across the region and globally.

The first phase of the plant, valued at RM100 million, is already operational and was officially opened by the Menteri Besar, Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md. Nor. The subsequent phases, each worth RM200 million, are planned for further development. This project underscores Kedah's potential as a hub for high-tech investment, extending beyond the Kulim industrial area.

"This is technology for the future, especially in the renewable energy sector," stated Muhammad Sanusi. "We see more and more sectors using batteries, including in energy and for powering vehicles." He highlighted that such investments create local employment opportunities and welcomed the company's presence in Gurun to stimulate the state's industrial sector.

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This is technology for the future, especially in the renewable energy sector. We see more and more sectors using batteries, including in energy and for powering vehicles.

Datuk Syed Izuan Syed Kamarulbahrin, Managing Director of SIB, noted that approximately 70 employees with Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) qualifications have been hired for the initial phase. The company plans to recruit an additional 152 workers for the second phase, with the third phase's staffing needs still under assessment. "Many of the jobs created will be high-paying and not just focused on regular production. It will also involve utilities, testing, research and development (R&D), and various other technical fields requiring specialized knowledge and skills," he added.

Technology transfer from the Chinese partner is a key priority, with implementation expected to begin as early as the first phase of operations. The project is anticipated to significantly contribute to the local economy and the advancement of Malaysia's energy technology sector.

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Many of the jobs created will be high-paying and not just focused on regular production. It will also involve utilities, testing, research and development (R&D), and various other technical fields requiring specialized knowledge and skills.