Collaborative Research in Engineering Science & Technology

31/08/2026

SELAMAT HARI KEBANGSAAN KE-69 🇲🇾

Kemerdekaan bukan sekadar sebuah sejarah yang kita warisi, tetapi amanah untuk terus membina masa depan yang lebih maju, inklusif dan sejahtera.

Dengan semangat perpaduan, ilmu dan inovasi, marilah kita bersama-sama memperkukuh daya saing negara, mencipta peluang baharu dan membangunkan teknologi yang memberi manfaat kepada rakyat.

Dari penyelidikan kepada penyelesaian, daripada idea kepada impak.

Inilah semangat kita dalam membina Malaysia yang lebih berdaya tahan, berdaya saing dan bersedia menghadapi masa hadapan.

Selamat menyambut Hari Kebangsaan ke-69.

Malaysia MADANI: Kesejahteraan Dinikmati.
Merdeka! Merdeka! Merdeka! 🇲🇾

28/08/2026

28/08/2026

Engineering the Future of Mobility at GATE 2026

CREST was pleased to participate in GATE 2026, where CREST CEO Ts Jaffri Ibrahim joined the panel discussion on Engineering the Future of Mobility: AI, Software-Defined Vehicles, Power Electronics & Advanced Validation Readiness.

The conversation highlighted how mobility is rapidly evolving beyond the traditional vehicle.
Today’s vehicle is increasingly becoming a computer, an energy system and an AI platform on wheels, enabled by semiconductors, software, AI, connectivity and advanced power electronics.

As this complexity grows, so does the importance of simulation, digital twins, testing, functional safety, cybersecurity and continuous validation.

For Malaysia and ASEAN, the opportunity extends beyond manufacturing. We need to strengthen our capabilities to design, engineer, integrate, validate and commercialise the technologies shaping the next generation of mobility.

This requires a connected ecosystem — bringing together industry, academia, R&D institutions, talent and technology companies.

As Mr Jaffri highlighted, the next phase of competitiveness is not simply about who can manufacture the products of the future, but who can engineer and innovate the systems behind them.

From manufacturing strength to engineering and innovation leadership — this is the opportunity ahead for ASEAN.

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18/08/2026

Congratulations, Dr David Lacey! 🇬🇧🇲🇾

CREST extends its warmest congratulations to Dr David Lacey, CREST Board Member, on his appointment as the new United Kingdom Consul in Penang.

With his extensive experience in the semiconductor industry, collaborative R&D and talent development across Asia, Dr Lacey has made valuable contributions to Malaysia’s technology and semiconductor ecosystem. His continued involvement as a member of the CREST Board reflects his commitment to strengthening industry, research and talent collaboration.

We are confident that his new role will further strengthen the longstanding UK–Malaysia relationship, particularly in technology, digital and AI, while creating new opportunities for collaboration with Penang and Malaysia’s semiconductor ecosystem.

Congratulations once again, Dr Lacey, and we wish you every success in your new role!

Read the full BERNAMA report: https://www.bernama.com/bm/am/news.php?id=2593190

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david lacey, konsul UK, pulau pinang, suruhanjaya

14/08/2026

Yesterday, ASTRI visited CREST to explore potential collaboration in applied R&D, technology transfer and commercialisation, with a focus on advanced semiconductor packaging, materials, inspection and metrology, while identifying opportunities to connect ASTRI technologies with Malaysian industry partners.

13/08/2026

Ready to scale your SME through digitalisation?

Technology is no longer just about improving operations — it is about creating new opportunities, reducing costs and building a more competitive business.

Join CREST for the SME Digitalisation Scale-Up Programme – Series 4 and discover how digitalisation, automation and Industry 4.0 can help your business move from digitising today to scaling tomorrow.

📅 19 August 2026 | Wednesday
🕘 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Block C, Sains@USM

Connect with industry experts and ecosystem partners to discover practical solutions, funding opportunities and pathways for business growth.

Designed for SME Owners, CEOs, CFOs & CTOs.
Register now: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/10jLsHvrSX

Be Prepared. Be Digital. Be Competitive.

07/08/2026

Strengthening Malaysia’s Semiconductor and High-Tech Manufacturing Ecosystem

CREST was pleased to join YB Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani, Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) during his working visit to key semiconductor and automotive companies in Penang and Kedah.

CREST CEO, Ts. Jaffri Ibrahim, participated in the visit, which provided valuable insights into Malaysia’s growing technological capabilities, investment developments and opportunities to further strengthen our domestic industrial ecosystem.

The visit to SilTerra Malaysia, Infineon Technologies Malaysia, Inari Amerton and Inokom Corporation highlighted the depth and diversity of Malaysia’s manufacturing ecosystem — from wafer fabrication and wide band-gap semiconductor technologies to automotive assembly and supply chain development.

For CREST, the visit also reinforced the importance of industry-driven R&D, talent development and strong industry-academia collaboration in building Malaysia’s next generation of high-value technology capabilities.

Through our collaboration with industry leaders such as SilTerra, Infineon, Inari Amertron and Micron Technology, CREST continues to support the development of industry-ready talent and accelerate innovation in strategic areas including GaN and Wide Bandgap semiconductors, advanced packaging, power electronics, advanced manufacturing and EV technologies.

These collaborations demonstrate that building a globally competitive semiconductor ecosystem goes beyond investment and manufacturing capacity — it requires sustained collaboration across industry, academia and government to develop the technologies, talent and capabilities needed for long-term growth.

CREST remains committed to playing its role as an industry-driven platform supporting Malaysia’s aspirations under the National Semiconductor Strategy (NSS) and NIMP 2030.

04/08/2026

Discover the Future of Mobility at GATE 2026!

CREST is proud to support the Global Automotive and Technology Expo - GATE 2026, Malaysia's premier event showcasing the latest innovations in automotive technology, electric vehicles, intelligent mobility and Industry 4.0.

We're also excited to announce that CREST CEO, Mr Jaffri Ibrahim, will be one of the featured panel speakers, sharing his perspectives on Malaysia's semiconductor ecosystem and its contribution to the future of mobility.

Whether you're involved in the semiconductor, E&E, automotive, AI, IoT or advanced manufacturing sectors, GATE offers an excellent platform to:
✅ Discover emerging technologies
✅ Connect with industry leaders
✅ Explore business and investment opportunities
✅ Build strategic collaborations

Event Highlights
📌 250+ Exhibitors
📌 15,000 Trade Visitors
📌 30+ Conferences & Technical Sessions
📌 Participants from 34 Countries & Regions

🎟 Register today:
https://www.gate-registration.lively.com.my/register/gate-ema/
🌐 More information:
https://gatexpo.my

We look forward to seeing you at GATE 2026!

24/07/2026

Every breakthrough in the semiconductor industry begins with something surprisingly simple — a conversation.

This week, CREST continued strengthening Malaysia's semiconductor ecosystem through strategic engagements with STMicroelectronics NV Malaysia in Muar, Johor, and the Smart Manufacturing Technology Centre (SMTC), Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM).

While the destinations were different, the mission remained the same: bringing together industry and academia to build a stronger, more resilient semiconductor ecosystem for Malaysia.
From exploring next-generation Panel Level Packaging (PLP) technologies and discussing future-ready talent through the Engineering Talent for Semiconductor Industry (ETSI) programme, to exchanging ideas on Advanced Packaging, Advanced Materials, research collaboration, and ESG readiness for local industries, every discussion reinforced one belief:

"No single organisation can build a globally competitive semiconductor ecosystem alone. But together, we can accelerate innovation, nurture talent, strengthen industry capabilities, and create lasting economic value for Malaysia".

We're grateful to our hosts for the warm hospitality, insightful discussions and openness to future collaboration. We look forward to turning today's conversations into tomorrow's impactful partnerships.

Because sometimes, the most valuable output from a meeting isn't what's on the presentation slides—it's what everyone decides to build together afterwards.

Together, we engineer Malaysia's semiconductor future.

24/07/2026

The countdown is on!

Registration for the CREST Engineering Talent for Semiconductor Industry (ETSI) programme under National Training Week (NTW) 2026 will officially close at 12:00 PM on 25 July 2026.

If you've been planning to join, now is the time to secure your place and gain access to industry-relevant semiconductor training delivered by experienced experts.

Take note of these important dates:
- 25 July 2026 – Final day of scheduled Live Online Training
- 26 July 2026 – Final day to access Self-Paced Learning content

Whether you're a student, researcher, engineer, technician, policymaker or industry professional, this is your opportunity to strengthen your knowledge and contribute to Malaysia's growing semiconductor ecosystem.

🎓 Register before 12:00 PM on 25 July 2026!
🔗 CREST ETSI: https://crest.my/etsi_ntw/
🔗 National Training Week: https://nationaltrainingweek.gov.my/
Together, let's build future-ready talent for Malaysia's semiconductor industry.