SkyGate NHJ Technology Sdn Bhd has officially opened its new manufacturing facility in the Perai Free Industrial Zone, Penang, marking a step further in the company’s commitment to establishing a technology-driven precision engineering operation in Malaysia.
Established on July 14, 2025, SkyGate NHJ Technology Sdn Bhd is a joint venture between a subsidiary of Penang-based SkyGate Solutions Berhad and Singapore-based New Jin Hai Pte Ltd.
The partnership combines SkyGate Solutions’ local presence and network with New Jin Hai’s more than three decades of experience in precision engineering.
The new facility occupies approximately 36,000 square feet of manufacturing space and is designed to support digitalised computer numerical control (CNC) manufacturing, automation and advanced machining capabilities.
The facility is equipped with advanced horizontal and 5-axis CNC machining technologies to enhance manufacturing precision, productivity and efficiency.
SkyGate NHJ Technology chief executive officer Li Jian said the new facility will leverage core technological strengths in ultra-precision components, thin-wall and complex-shaped components, and the application of automation technologies, while integrating these capabilities with Malaysia’s local manufacturing expertise and processes.
“Our goal is to establish a manufacturing benchmark that combines both efficiency and precision.
“We will also provide an open platform for local industry players to connect, exchange knowledge and learn from one another, while actively integrating into Penang’s industrial ecosystem.
“Through these efforts, we aim to create high-skilled employment opportunities, strengthen collaboration across the upstream and downstream supply chains, and contribute to the advancement of Penang’s manufacturing sector towards greater precision, efficiency, digitalisation and intelligent manufacturing,” he said during the opening ceremony today.
Meanwhile, Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow, who officiated the opening ceremony, congratulated SkyGate NHJ Technology for its significant milestone.
“SkyGate NHJ Technology’s partnerships could create opportunities beyond investment in manufacturing capacity, including technology transfer, localisation and the development of new capabilities within Penang’s local ecosystem.
“Penang is home to more than 30 automated test equipment (ATE) companies, supported by over 80 ecosystem partners across automation, precision engineering and semiconductor manufacturing.
“SkyGate NHJ Technology’s precision manufacturing capabilities, serving sectors ranging from semiconductors and electronics to medical, optical and aerospace, position the company well to contribute to this wider high-technology ecosystem,” said Chow.
Chow added that today’s opening was more than a new manufacturing facility.
“It is part of Penang’s next industrial chapter; one focused not only on producing more, but on developing deeper capabilities, stronger Malaysian companies and greater value within global supply chains.
“Penang has built a strong industrial foundation over the past five decades. Our task now is to build greater industrial depth on top of that foundation.
“I congratulate SkyGate NHJ Technology once again and wish the company continued success and sustainable growth in Penang.
“May this new facility be the beginning of an exciting journey for SkyGate NHJ Technology, its staff and the wider Penang industrial ecosystem,” he concluded.
Also present during the opening ceremony were Penang Local Government and Town & Country Planning Committee chairman Jason H’ng Mooi Lye, Embassy of Finland in Malaysia Deputy Head of Mission Maiju Lepomäki, NationGate Holdings Berhad managing director Datuk Ooi Eng Leong and SkyGate Solutions Berhad executive chairman Tay Seng Chew.
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