SENAI Airport City Sdn Bhd has recently officiated SICK Malaysia’s manufacturing facility as part of Johor’s growing industrial sector, further solidifying Senai Airport City as a strategic base for high-value, innovation-driven industries.
Founded in 1946 by Dr Erwin Sick, SICK is a provider of sensor-based applications for industrial automation.
Headquartered in Waldkirch, Germany, the company operates 63 subsidiaries worldwide with more than 10,000 employees, generating a group revenue of EUR2.1 billion in 2024.
With this latest investment in Johor, SICK is expected to bring in technology, job opportunities, and long-term industry transformation to Malaysia.
SICK executive board member Ulrike Kahle-Roth said this new facility is a key milestone in SICK’s global expansion, reinforcing its supply chain and supporting rising demand for sensor-based solutions across critical industries.
“By integrating social and training spaces, we are fostering a culture of safety, growth, and respect, empowered by Malaysia’s skilled talent,” she said in a statement.
SICK Malaysia MD Suresh Sundram noted that 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, which is close to our key markets, the new factory will play an important role in SICK’s long-term success. We are looking forward to continuing our trusted partnership with the state of Johor,” he said.
Meanwhile, Johor State Executive Council Lee Ting Han highlighted that the project is not just an expansion for SICK at Senai Airport City, but a transformation of Johor’s industrial landscape.
He said it reinforces Johor’s standing as a preferred destination for high-value, innovation-driven industries and demonstrates the potential for international companies to grow alongside local communities.
Senai Airport City Sdn Bhd CEO Gan Seng Keong said the decision by a global player like SICK to establish its advanced manufacturing hub in Senai is a strong endorsement of Senai Airport City’s infrastructure readiness, world-class connectivity, and strategic location.
“At Senai Airport City, we are dedicated to driving sustainable industrial growth by offering strategic, infrastructure-ready solutions that meet the evolving demands of global investors.
“The ground-breaking of SICK’s facility reflects our commitment to shaping an advanced industrial ecosystem that fosters innovation, creates high-value jobs, and strengthens Johor’s position as a regional economic powerhouse,” he added.
Senai Airport City Sdn Bhd continues its upward trajectory as a regional industrial hub with the ground-breaking of SICK Malaysia’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
The establishment of SICK’s new facility further strengthens Senai Airport City’s ecosystem as a strategic hub for high-tech industries.
With foreign direct investments (FDIs) already operational in Senai Airport City, including major global players like Hershey (M) Sdn Bhd, Mercedes-Benz Parts Logistics Asia Pacific, DHL Supply Chain Hub, and Wiwynn Technology Malaysia Sdn Bhd, Senai Airport City is aligned with the Johor State Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) target sectors such as artificial intelligence, Advanced Electrical and Electronics (AE&E), Automotive & Electric Vehicle (EV), Life Sciences and Healthcare.
As part of its commitment to providing world-class infrastructure and enhancing the ease of doing business, Senai Airport City has implemented proactive measures to streamline Free Zone customs operations which simplifies reporting and documentation and improves efficiency.
Additionally, Senai Airport City has enhanced security with examination bays, auxiliary police patrols on EV vehicles and a comprehensive CCTV system, ensuring smooth and secure movement of goods and personnel in and out of the Free Zone.
With 85% of Free Zone land already occupied by leading international companies, Senai Airport City’s expansion of the Free Zone from 161 hectares to 263 hectares further underscores its strategic importance. — TMR
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