Bukit Jalil, 20 March 2025 – In a landmark move to drive innovation and technological self-reliance, MIMOS Berhad and SensoremTek Sdn Bhd (ST) penned a strategic partnership agreement to advance Malaysia’s semiconductor industry through the production of cutting-edge MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) microphone sensor wafers.
This collaboration underscores MIMOS’s unwavering commitment to transforming Malaysia into a high-value semiconductor hub, leveraging its world-class wafer fabrication capabilities and R&D expertise. SensoremTek, a pioneering local start-up, brings specialised MEMS Microphone Sensor Technology to MIMOS, facilitating a full-scale technology transfer, training, and consultancy.
According to Dr Saat Shukri Embong, Acting President and Group Chief Executive Officer of MIMOS Berhad, “This partnership is more than just a business venture, it is a bold step toward self-sufficiency in semiconductor manufacturing. By investing in state-of-the-art fabrication infrastructure, MIMOS is accelerating local production capabilities and reducing dependency on foreign suppliers in critical MEMS technologies.”
MIMOS with our stakeholders’ support will channel investments in positioning its foundry as a supply chain player in the Malaysian semiconductor ecosystem. This commitment will enable MIMOS to scale up its back-end fabrication with the front-end technology powered by SensoremTek through a seamless transfer of technology, know-how, and industry best practices.
Dr Saat Shukri Embong added, “MIMOS is excited to partner with SensoremTek in this pivotal endeavour. This collaboration represents a significant leap forward for Malaysia’s semiconductor industry, particularly in the crucial area of MEMS technology. SensoremTek with its vast experience in the MEMS product technology and market outreach has committed to collaborate with MIMOS to develop innovative MEMS-based products that will enhance Malaysia’s position on the global stage. Together, we are paving the way for a future defined by technological excellence and national growth. We had a dream, envisioned our future, creating our path for the betterment of Malaysia.”
This collaboration will strengthen Malaysia’s position in the global E&E value chain, create high-skilled job opportunities, attract foreign direct investment (FDI), and elevate Malaysia as a centre of semiconductor innovation in Asia. As part of the agreement:
- MIMOS will provide fabrication and back-end wafer probing services, ensuring high-quality manufacturing processes.
- SensoremTek will supply advanced MEMS microphone sensor technology, conduct knowledge transfer, and support ongoing research & development (R&D).
- Both parties will explore future MEMS-based products to enhance Malaysia’s global competitiveness in semiconductor technologies.
A core pillar of this partnership is the empowerment of local engineers, scientists, and industry players. This initiative will nurture a new generation of semiconductor experts by developing practical skills and providing intensive training programmes, further propelling Malaysia’s aspirations toward Industry 4.0 leadership.
A Future Defined by Technological Excellence
With a clear roadmap for long-term collaboration, MIMOS and SensoremTek are setting a new benchmark for strategic industry partnerships. This agreement reaffirms Malaysia’s commitment to becoming a key player in the global semiconductor and MEMS sensor ecosystem, paving the way for breakthrough innovations and economic transformation.
Embarking on this exciting journey, MIMOS and SensoremTek remain steadfast in their mission to advance technology, drive national growth, and shape a future where Malaysia stands at the forefront of the world’s semiconductor revolution.
About MIMOS Berhad
MIMOS is a strategic agency under the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) and a premier innovation centre in Semiconductors, Microelectronics, and ICT technologies, contributing to Malaysia’s socio-economic growth through patentable technology platforms, products, and solutions. Since its inception, MIMOS has filed 2,000 patents in various technology domains and across key socio-economic areas driving Malaysia’s digital transformation journey into the international arena.
As a centre of research excellence, MIMOS R&D activities currently focus on Semiconductor & Thin Film Research, Advanced Electronics & Embedded Systems, as well as Manufacturing and Smart Nation technologies. MIMOS continuously enhance its collaborations with existing strategic partners, explores new opportunities with potential partners, and develops new technology companies and business-oriented technology venture organisations. MIMOS also maintains its R&D of advanced technology, explores the development of global technopreneurship, and cultivates an attitude of trust, innovation and high performance.
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