Motorola Proposes R&D Ecosystem In Penang

PENANG, April 8 (Bernama) -- Penang- based Motorola Technology Sdn Bhd is proposing to invest in eco-system research and development on the island state.

Its Managing Director Yew Tian Tek said the proposal has been forwarded to the state government and Khazanah Nasional Bhd.

"We want to work with key partners," he told reporters after the visit by Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng to the Motorola plant here Thursday.

To date, Motorola has invested more than US$1 billion in the state.

"We will continue to invest in the people, technology and capital here as we still have faith in this country and the state," he added.

Yew said a strong R&D foundation would help the company become more competitive.

"With the R&D on the eco-system, we can leverage on 1,000 engineers which will have a multiplying effect on suppliers," he said, adding that it would result in the country and company becoming more competative not only in the manufacturing sector but also in research and development.

Meanwhile, Lim applauded the technology used by the company to manufacture security systems for the global market.

"Their achievement is an important asset for both Penang and Malaysia. I am confident the company will not only be able to stir Motorola forward but also propel Penang forward," he said.

Motorola is known around the world for its wireless and broadband communication technologies.

The facility in Penang is also the largest R&D and manufacturing site for two-way communication devices outside the United States.