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The Star
4 days ago
- Business
- The Star
German firm's Senai manufacturing facility a boost to state's industrial landscape
(From second left) Gan, Suresh Kumar, SICK supervisory board member Sebastian Glaser (sixth from left) and Lee (fifth from right) at the groundbreaking ceremony of SICK Malaysia's new factory. A GERMAN manufacturer has identified Johor's Senai Airport City for its operations, marking another milestone in the integrated development as a regional industrial hub. SICK Malaysia managing director Suresh Kumar Somasundram said the group manufactured sensor-based industrial automation solutions and the new factory would strengthen its supply chain and operational efficiency. 'The facility is designed to enhance production capabilities, improve operational efficiency and support sustainable growth in the Asia-Pacific region. 'With its strategic location in Senai Airport City, Johor, which is close to our key markets, the new factory will play an important role in SICK's long-term success,' he said in a statement. The groundbreaking ceremony of the manufacturing facility was attended by Johor investment, trade, consumer affairs and human resources committee chairman Lee Ting Han. In his speech, Lee said the project was more than just an expansion for SICK, but a transformation of Johor's industrial landscape. 'This ceremony reinforces Johor's standing as a preferred destination for high-value, innovation-driven industries. 'It also demonstrates the potential for international companies to grow alongside our local communities,' Lee said. He said phase one of the project, scheduled for completion next year, would see investments totalling RM280mil. 'By the final phase five, likely before 2045, total investment is expected to reach RM1bil. 'The total investment by SICK is projected to generate up to 2,500 jobs,' he said. Senai Airport City chief executive officer Gan Seng Keong said that the master-planned industrial development spanning over 1,099ha continued to attract global companies seeking strategic positioning in South-East Asia. 'The decision by a global leader like SICK to establish its advanced manufacturing hub here is a strong endorsement of our infrastructure readiness, world-class connectivity and strategic location. 'With 85% of our Free Zone land occupied, our expansion of the Free Zone from 161ha to 263ha further underscores its strategic importance,' he said, adding that this would enhance competitiveness and reinforce its contribution to Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ).
The Star
28-04-2025
- General
- The Star
Jacquita Gonzales, whose husband was on MH370, passes away
PETALING JAYA: Jacquita Gonzales, the wife of MH370's inflight supervisor Patrick Gomes, passed away earlier on Monday (April 28). Her passing was confirmed by a solemn post shared on the MH370 Families Facebook group, which expressed deep sadness over the loss of a cherished and resilient member of their community. "(It's) very sad to share that our friend, Jacquita (Gonzales) Gomes left us to be with the Lord on April 28. "She touched so many of our lives with her love, warmth, kindness and humility. "She will be deeply missed by all of us who knew her," it said. Jacquita, 62, was widely known for her tireless advocacy following the disappearance of the ill-fated Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 on March 8, 2014. As a prominent voice among the families of the victims, she dedicated herself to seeking answers and justice, ensuring that the memories of those lost remained at the forefront of public consciousness. Her journey was marked by personal trials, including a courageous battle with breast cancer, which she faced with remarkable strength and grace. Last December, when the government announced that Cabinet approved in principle a US$70m (RM280mil) deal with US-based marine exploration firm Ocean Infinity to find the missing aircraft, Jacquita told an English daily that she was elated over the news.
