KUALA LUMPUR: Global automotive sensor manufacturer Trensor Co Ltd has announced a RM100 million investment to develop its first international manufacturing facility in Penang, Malaysia.
Located at Penang Technology Park in Bertam, the state-of-the-art, four-storey facility will span 10,000 square metres and is expected to commence operations in 2026. The investment will generate 200 high-skilled jobs and is projected to deliver RM200 million in annual sales, according to a joint statement issued by the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), InvestPenang, and Trensor.
The expansion reflects Trensor’s commitment to strengthening its global supply chain and serving the fast-growing Southeast Asian automotive market. The facility also underscores Penang’s continued appeal as a strategic destination for high-value, technology-driven investments.
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow lauded Trensor’s decision, emphasising the state’s ongoing efforts to attract sustainable, long-term investments that enhance its status as a hub for advanced manufacturing. “The state commends Trensor for its dedication to supporting next-generation technologies, reinforcing Penang’s standing in the global advanced manufacturing landscape,” Chow said.
MIDA Chief Executive Officer Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid described the investment as a transformative step for Malaysia’s advanced manufacturing ecosystem. “Trensor’s decision powerfully validates Malaysia’s position as a preferred destination for sophisticated manufacturing operations,” he said, adding that the company’s technological expertise will enhance the nation’s automotive electronics landscape and support its skilled talent base.
Zhou Wenbo, General Manager of Trensor Electronics Sdn Bhd, highlighted Penang’s strong infrastructure, business-friendly policies, and skilled workforce as key factors behind the decision. “MIDA, InvestPenang, the Seberang Perai City Council, and other local authorities have provided unwavering support in realising Trensor’s globalisation strategy,” Zhou added.
Trensor, through its Malaysian arm Trensor Electronics Sdn Bhd, is a leading Chinese manufacturer specialising in automotive pressure sensors. The company supplies major global automakers such as Ford and Geely, along with Tier-1 suppliers including Cummins and Hanon Systems. In Malaysia, Trensor’s sensors are integrated into Perodua’s air conditioning systems.
With 60 per cent of its revenue derived from exports to North America and Europe, Trensor’s new Penang facility is poised to play a strategic role in penetrating Southeast Asia’s burgeoning automotive markets. The company has also acquired additional land for future expansion, signalling a firm long-term commitment to Malaysia.
-Business Times
