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Nikkei Asia
2 days ago
- Business
- Nikkei Asia
Chipmaker Melexis bets on Malaysia's 'neutrality' to power China growth
Melexis opened its largest wafer testing site worldwide in Kuching, in the east Malaysian state of Sarawak, covering around 4,500 sq. meters. (Photo courtesy of Melexis) NORMAN GOH KUALA LUMPUR -- Belgian chipmaker Melexis is leveraging its production capacity in "neutral" Malaysia to navigate the geopolitical headwinds buffeting the global semiconductor industry, with an eye toward sharpening its China strategy. Marc Biron, chief executive of Melexis, told Nikkei Asia that the uncertainties surrounding the global chip supply chain are pushing companies to become "agile enough" to seize emerging opportunities, particularly by building out a "China for China" model.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Melexis Appoints Two New Directors to Its Board of Directors
Tessenderlo-Ham, Belgium – May 15, 2025 Melexis NV (Euronext Brussels: MELE), a global supplier of micro-electronic semiconductor solutions, announces the appointment of two new members to the board of directors following the approval by the annual shareholders' meeting held on May 13, 2025. The announcement of Ms. Ling Qi and Mr. Kazuhiro Takenaka underlines Melexis' focused ambitions in the Asia-Pacific Region (APAC). Ms. Ling Qi has more than 20 years of international business management experience. Currently, she is CEO of two multimedia and animation film companies. Alongside this, she has been consulting for foreign invested companies in China, has extensive experience in the semiconductor industry as a board member for a European headquartered wafer foundry, and has served as a director of a Belgian private bank. Ms. Ling Qi holds a degree in international trade and English from the University of Liaoning, and obtained a certificate of Dutch at University of Antwerp. Mr. Kazuhiro Takenaka has a successful career of over 45 years in the semiconductor and electronics engineering industry in renowned companies such as Nissan Motor and Seiko Epson. In his role at Seiko Epson, Mr. Takenaka has also collaborated extensively with international stakeholders, working on partnerships with US companies and building relationships in markets across Europe, Asia, and the USA. He brings valuable insights and a diverse perspective to the Board, particularly in markets beyond automotive. This announcement brings the number of board members to seven with Ms. Françoise Chombar serving as chairwoman of the Board of Directors. The new board members will serve for a term of four years starting today and ending immediately after the annual shareholders' meeting for the financial year ending on December 31, 2028. In addition to the two appointments of new directors, all other resolutions including the reappointment of two directors and the final dividend were approved by a clear majority of shareholders. Speaking about the appointments of two new directors, Ms. Chombar commented: 'The Asia-Pacific area accounts for over 60% of Melexis' total sales, with Greater China contributing nearly half of that. With the announcement of Ms. Ling Qi and Mr. Kazuhiro Takenaka, we welcome two highly experienced Asian business leaders whose insights and advice will be invaluable to Melexis implementing its strategic roadmap.' Please follow the link below to view Melexis's latest annual report, which contains detailed information on its current business operations and strategic initiatives. About MelexisMelexis designs, develops, and delivers edge sensor and driver solutions with a heart for people and the planet. Its mission is to empower engineers to turn their ideas into applications that support the best imaginable future, one that is safe, comfortable, and specializes in powertrain, thermal management, lighting, e-brake, e-steering, and battery solutions for the automotive sector. It also expands its presence in the emerging markets of a sustainable world, alternative mobility, robotics, and digital in 1989 in Belgium, Melexis has grown to employ over 2,000 people in 12 countries, delivering cutting-edge technology to customers more information, visit or follow Melexis on LinkedIn, and Contact:Philip LudwigInvestor Relations DirectorTel: +32 499 41 88 91E-mail: plu@ Media Contact:Tom MeynendonckxCorporate Communications DirectorTel: +32 476 29 92 42E-mail: otm@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Malay Mail
08-05-2025
- Automotive
- Malay Mail
Belgian chipmaker Melexis bets on Sarawak talent as it expands global operations in Kuching
KUCHING, May 8 — Belgian semiconductor company Melexis (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd is ramping up its operations in Kuching with plans to hire more young local talents, particularly in electronic and software engineering, over the next three to five years. This strategic move is part of Melexis' broader innovation expansion in integrated circuit (IC) design and testing. In an exclusive interview with The Borneo Post, its chief executive officer Marc Biron revealed that the company is not only increasing its workforce but is also deepening collaborations with local universities and institutions to build a long-term talent pipeline. 'We are not just here to get a number of people but to have connections and relationships with universities, students, and academicians, while building up a long-term partnership,' Biron said, adding that Kuching is a promising location for recruiting high-quality talent. Melexis, which initially operated from a small space within the XFAB facility, has since relocated to a four-storey facility in Samajaya Free Industrial Zone. Currently, the company is using about three-quarters of the building, leaving room for future expansion. 'There are over 70 people working at the Melexis facility in Kuching now. We're continuing to test wafers, but we're also expanding in innovation, research and development,' he noted. To bridge the gap between academic curricula and the industry requirements, Melexis has been collaborating with Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas), and strategic partners such as SMD Semiconductor and Centre for Technology Excellence Sarawak (Centexs). These partnerships are aimed at upskilling fresh graduates and aligning their competencies with the evolving demands of the semiconductor industry. A significant challenge in the industry, he noted, was that the fresh graduates often lack the necessary skills to start their careers in the industry, especially in integrated circuit (IC) design and test solution development. In view of that, he said universities have proposed involving Melexis experts in delivering short, supplementary lessons to better prepare students. Looking ahead, Melexis aims to develop new products and applications in Kuching, including automotive-grade ICs. An estimated 50 new recruits, including engineers, technicians, and operators, will be needed in the next phase of growth. 'Two years ago, the focus was on wafer testing. Today, we are innovating and developing products that serve the global automotive industry. 'Our chips are found in major car brands around the world,' he said, adding that the company might consider constructing a second building in the future, although such plans would not materialise before 2026. As Melexis marks 35 years since its founding in Belgium by Roland Duchatelet, Françoise Chombar and Rudi De Winter, it continues to uphold its vision that electronics will be the cornerstone of future automotive technologies. 'Thirty-five years ago, there were no electronics in cars. Today, the impact of our work reaches nearly every continent, and that is something Sarawakians can be truly proud of,' he said. In anticipation of its continued growth, Biron stated that the market for Melexis' products is expanding, highlighting XFAB as their primary wafer supplier. He also emphasised Malaysia's stable and neutral geopolitical stance as a key factor that helps mitigate global uncertainties. 'I believe Malaysia, overall, occupies a neutral geopolitical position. The nation's leaders have maintained constructive relationships with major powers, including China, the United States, and European countries. For businesses to thrive, such neutrality is essential. I believe Malaysia is in an advantageous position in this regard, he opined. — The Borneo Post
Borneo Post
08-05-2025
- Automotive
- Borneo Post
Belgian chipmaker Melexis to recruit more Sarawakians as it grows Kuching facility
Biron shows the miniature components that play a crucial role in automotive applications. KUCHING (May 8): Belgian semiconductor company Melexis (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd is ramping up its operations in Kuching with plans to hire more young local talents, particularly in electronic and software engineering, over the next three to five years. This strategic move is part of Melexis' broader innovation expansion in integrated circuit (IC) design and testing. In an exclusive interview with The Borneo Post, its chief executive officer Marc Biron revealed that the company is not only increasing its workforce but is also deepening collaborations with local universities and institutions to build a long-term talent pipeline. 'We are not just here to get a number of people but to have connections and relationships with universities, students, and academicians, while building up a long-term partnership,' Biron said, adding that Kuching is a promising location for recruiting high-quality talent. Melexis, which initially operated from a small space within the XFAB facility, has since relocated to a four-storey facility in Samajaya Free Industrial Zone. Currently, the company is using about three-quarters of the building, leaving room for future expansion. 'There are over 70 people working at the Melexis facility in Kuching now. We're continuing to test wafers, but we're also expanding in innovation, research and development,' he noted. To bridge the gap between academic curricula and the industry requirements, Melexis has been collaborating with Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas), and strategic partners such as SMD Semiconductor and Centre for Technology Excellence Sarawak (Centexs). These partnerships are aimed at upskilling fresh graduates and aligning their competencies with the evolving demands of the semiconductor industry. A significant challenge in the industry, he noted, was that the fresh graduates often lack the necessary skills to start their careers in the industry, especially in integrated circuit (IC) design and test solution development. In view of that, he said universities have proposed involving Melexis experts in delivering short, supplementary lessons to better prepare students. Looking ahead, Melexis aims to develop new products and applications in Kuching, including automotive-grade ICs. An estimated 50 new recruits, including engineers, technicians, and operators, will be needed in the next phase of growth. Biron points to the various patented designs for automotive applications. 'Two years ago, the focus was on wafer testing. Today, we are innovating and developing products that serve the global automotive industry. 'Our chips are found in major car brands around the world,' he said, adding that the company might consider constructing a second building in the future, although such plans would not materialise before 2026. As Melexis marks 35 years since its founding in Belgium by Roland Duchatelet, Françoise Chombar and Rudi De Winter, it continues to uphold its vision that electronics will be the cornerstone of future automotive technologies. 'Thirty-five years ago, there were no electronics in cars. Today, the impact of our work reaches nearly every continent, and that is something Sarawakians can be truly proud of,' he said. In anticipation of its continued growth, Biron stated that the market for Melexis' products is expanding, highlighting XFAB as their primary wafer supplier. He also emphasised Malaysia's stable and neutral geopolitical stance as a key factor that helps mitigate global uncertainties. 'I believe Malaysia, overall, occupies a neutral geopolitical position. The nation's leaders have maintained constructive relationships with major powers, including China, the United States, and European countries. For businesses to thrive, such neutrality is essential. I believe Malaysia is in an advantageous position in this regard, he opined. electronic Kuching melexis Semiconductor software engineering
