UWC Berhad has made significant strides to achieve its current status as a world-class contract manufacturer.
During his visit to UWC Industrial Sdn Bhd today, Deputy Chief Minister II Jagdeep Singh Deo applauded UWC for its courage in embracing change, which has led to its success story.
Jagdeep highlighted UWC’s remarkable ability to navigate growth across various sectors while ensuring its workforce evolves alongside it over the past three decades.
“Keep up the hard work and smart strategies; the Penang state government is committed to maintaining a robust talent pipeline to meet both your needs and those of the industry.
“This marks the direction Penang is headed, where all stakeholders stand to benefit from the substantial growth potential of industries in our beloved state,” he said.
He said that as the Deputy Chief Minister of Penang, with a focus on human capital development and Science & Technology portfolios, these matters hold significant importance for him as they directly impact the future livelihoods of Penangites.
He stressed the necessity for both current and future workforce talents to be prepared to adapt to the evolving demands of the industry, particularly in the domains of science and technology.
Jagdeep emphasised that only through such readiness can the state uphold its status as the Silicon Valley of the East and remain the preferred hub for the 350 MNCs and 6,000 SMEs.
According to UWC Bhd executive director Ng Chai Eng, the company’s journey began in 1990 as a trading entity selling wire-cutting machines. It later evolved into an elevator manufacturer before ultimately transitioning into a world-class contract manufacturer.
“Over the past three decades, UWC has broadened its business scope, transforming into an integrated engineering service provider offering manufacturing services across diverse sectors, including semiconductors and life science equipment.
“UWC has a longstanding tradition of prioritising quality and innovation in its products, maintaining a dedicated focus on excellence, precision, and client satisfaction.
“With a robust workforce of 1,790 individuals spread across six plants (Penang HQ, Perak, Johor, Singapore, and Thailand), UWC is advancing into the front-end semiconductor, 5G, EV, and AV industries,” Ng said.
The company provides a wide range of comprehensive solutions, including CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, welding, assembly, and finishing, catering to global industrial clients.
UWC Berhad has recently commenced mass production of one EV battery tester model, with two more expected to be launched in the second half of 2024.
Among those present during Jagdeep’s visit were Lau Chee Kheong, executive director cum chief operating officer; Matin Ng Chin Liang, deputy chief executive officer; Ng Sze Yen, UWC Bhd general manager; and J. Phillip Vincent, PSDC council member.
Story by Nur Syakirah Mohd Basri
Pix by Nur Syakirah Mohd Basri and UWC Bhd