Advanced Manufacturing Mission to Malaysia​​​​​​​​

1 - 5 December 2025​​​

Are you an Advanced Manufacturing or Engineering Design company looking to set up supply chain or an establishment in Malaysia? Are you interested in visiting local companies to understand the local value chains in Penang and Kuala Lumpur? Then join the Advanced Manufacturing Mission to Malaysia from 1 to 5 December 2025.

Why Advanced Manufacturing to Malaysia?

The highly competitive Advanced Manufacturing industry is constantly evolving, driven by innovation in advanced production systems and integrated solutions featuring the latest technologies and automation. Malaysia aims to strengthen its capabilities in manufacturing high-value, high-tech machinery and equipment. The country’s industries are increasingly moving towards a focus on modular manufacturing, research and development (R&D), and design and development (D&D) for low-volume, high-complexity, and highly customized products. As machines and equipment are becoming more complex, Malaysia also sees an increasing demand for systems integrators. The Netherlands is uniquely positioned to collaborate with Malaysia as its industry is home to a long-standing base of systems integrators.

The country has a strong foundation of expertise in designing and integrating automation and control systems, sensors, actuators and connecting networks and software for industrial machinery, manufacturers or facilities. This puts Dutch companies among the top in system integration. In addition, suppliers in the ecosystem are used to adapting their technologies to integrate seamlessly with other manufacturers. This push for lateral integration ensures that the same value chains can also produce for other industries such as Medtech or Analytical.

What to expect?

This mission offers visits to key players in the local supply chains of Penang and Kuala Lumpur, providing an in-depth understanding of the requirements for establishing facilities or expanding a supply chain in Malaysia. Throughout the week tailored matchmaking will be organized based on companies’ individual needs.

For whom?

This mission is intended for companies that have already begun exploring the Malaysian market and now seek a deep dive into the local advanced manufacturing ecosystem to build concrete business relationships and consider setting up facilities.

Why participate?

By joining this mission, you will:

 Gain firsthand insights into Malaysia’s Advanced Manufacturing ecosystem

 Receive in depth feedback on what it takes to set up operations in Malaysia

 Engage with local partners to understand the full value chain in Penang and Selangor

 Visit leading Malaysian and International manufacturing companies and research institutions, allowing you to take advantage of a broad network of stakeholders

Program highlights

The final program will be developed in alignment with the interests of the participating companies and will include:

Networking events: receptions and matchmaking sessions with key Malaysian and Dutch stakeholders. Pitching opportunities will be included.

Workshops and seminars: Joint sessions on R&D, innovation, and technological seminars for Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering Design

Field visits: visits to local companies, industrial hubs, and R&D facilities across Penang and Kuala Lumpur

Partner engagements: discussions with Malaysian ministries and Investment agencies on industrial policy and investment opportunities

Travel plan

 The delegation will visit 2 key regions: Kuala Lumpur / Selangor – As a regional hub for manufacturing and distribution, Selangor hosts several advanced manufacturing clusters thanks to its central location.

Penang: Often named the Silicon Valley, Penang is the place where most of Malaysia’s manufacturing takes place. The state is home to engineering companies active in Industry 4.0, digital analytics, R&D, IC design, advance manufacturing, global supply chain management.

Participation costs​

Registration

The participation fee is 850 euro (excluding VAT) per person.

This includes:

• Access to the full program

• Group transfers to program elements

• Selected group lunches and dinners

Not included are travel and accommodation (flights, hotel), and individual meals or expenses outside of the program.

Do you want to participate in this innovation mission?

Please register before Friday 17th of October via the ‘Register’ button above.

Important

We have limited places available for this mission. The organizing team will evaluate the fit of your company’s expertise with the mission’s goals. Potential participants will be invited for a (digital) intake meeting to align expectations and individual interests.

Organization