Main Market-Listed leading innovator and manufacturer of high-performance test contacting and interface solutions for global integrated circuit (“IC”) makers, JF Technology Berhad (the “Group”) , announced today the appointment of Mr Andy Goh Joo Hwa (“Andy Goh”) as Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”), effective 1st July 2025. Meanwhile, Dato’ Foong Wei Kuong (“Dato’ Foong”) was re-designated to Group Managing Director to concentrate his efforts in driving the group new strategic expansion plan in JF 4.0 Transformation.
Under the new leadership structure, Andy Goh will oversee the Group’s existing businesses and operations, focusing on enhancing technological innovation, market expansion, improve customer intimacy, and operational excellence. Meanwhile, Dato’ Foong will concentrate on Group’s expansion opportunity through venturing into strategic new business partnership and corporate mergers and acquisitions (“M&A”), in line with the Group’s JF 4.0 Transformation.
Andy Goh brings with him 30 years of valuable experience in the semiconductor and electrical and electronics (“E&E”) industry. Since joining the Group in 2008, he has held key roles including Senior Vice President (“SVP”) of Sales & Marketing and SVP of Business Development & Investment, focusing on strategic partnerships and market expansion to drive growth. He was instrumental in the Group’s M&A activities including the recently concluded acquisition of probe card manufacturing specialist, Q3 Probe Pte., Ltd.
Commenting on the appointment, Group Managing Director of JF Technology Berhad, Dato’ Foong Wei Kuong said, “This appointment is part of the Group’s long-term strategic plan aimed at sharpening strategic focus, enhancing operational effectiveness, and driving growth. Furthermore, this clear delineation of roles allows us to move with greater agility and focus. With Andy Goh leading the day-to-day business, I will concentrate on unlocking new growth opportunities and driving strategic expansion.”
“This appointment is the result of our Group carefully planned internal human resource strategy to nurture and promote from within our organisation. Andy Goh has been growing his career in the Group for almost 20 years and the Group valued his contribution, dedication and outstanding business acumen. Hence, his appointment is a natural progression. The Board and I are confident that he is the right leader who will embrace our Group competitive culture and will definitely be driving the Group to new height.” Dato’ Foong concluded his comments.
Chief Executive Officer of JF Technology Berhad, Mr. Andy Goh Joo Hwa commented, “I am deeply honoured by the trust placed in me by Dato’ Foong and the Board of Directors. Having been in the forefront of the Group for many years, I see tremendous potential ahead. I am ready to embrace both the opportunities and challenges in leading the Group forward.”
“Together with our dedicated team, I look forward to strengthening the solid foundation built by Dato’ Foong and further enhancing our position in the semiconductor value chain. More excitingly, I believe this transition will help accelerate the momentum of our JF 4.0 Transformation. We fully understand that we need to be mindful and agile in manoeuvring the current macroeconomic uncertainties and to stay relevant in this competitive industry. We must move forward courageously and seize the new opportunities that may arise in current situation. I believe JF Tech will expand and grow into a stronger and profitable company in this JF 4.0 Transformation. All in all, the long-term outlook of the Group remains very promising.”
