Collaborative Research in Engineering Science & Technology

04/05/2026

SMEs, Are You Ready to Scale Up?

The future of business is DIGITAL — and the time to act is NOW.

Join us at the SMEs Digitalisation Scale-Up Programme and discover how you can transform your business with Industry 4.0, AI, and smart manufacturing 💡

📅 6 May 2026 (Wednesday)
⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Block C, Sains@USM, Penang

What’s in it for YOU?
- Learn how to digitalise and scale your operations
- Unlock financial support & exclusive packages
- Gain insights from industry leaders like Dassault Systèmes, SME Corp & NCIA
- Explore smarter ways to improve cost, efficiency & market access
- Plus, network with fellow SMEs and ecosystem partners to grow your business!

Whether you’re a CEO, CFO, or CTO, this is your chance to future-proof your company.

Be Prepared. Be Digital. Be Competitive.
Scan the QR code to register now!

14/04/2026

From Talent to Silicon — Build What’s Next

Malaysia’s semiconductor future is being shaped now — and you can be part of it.

Join us at the MYChipStart & ETSI Central Region Roadshow to explore how innovation, talent, and industry come together to create real impact.

- Break into IC design & semiconductor innovation
- Discover opportunities for startups & talent
- Connect with key players in the ecosystem

📍 Cyberjaya | 🗓 20 April 2026
⏳ Limited slots available — register now!

07/04/2026

Through continued engagement with State of Sarawak leadership and industry players, CREST remains committed to strengthening the semiconductor and advanced manufacturing ecosystem, advancing digital and AI-enabled innovation, and supporting sustainable industrial growth. We look forward to building deeper partnerships that translate policy clarity and energy reliability into tangible investments and long-term impact.

03/04/2026

Industries are increasingly looking towards Sarawak as a strategic destination for investments in healthcare, semiconductor, and digital manufacturing—reflecting growing confidence in the state’s ecosystem, infrastructure, and long-term vision.

At Collaborative Research in Engineering, Science & Technology (CREST), we view this momentum as a strong signal of Malaysia’s expanding semiconductor value chain beyond traditional hubs. Sarawak’s focus on advanced manufacturing, coupled with talent development and industry collaboration, presents meaningful opportunities for innovation-led growth.

CREST remains committed to supporting industry-academia partnerships, talent readiness, and technology-driven initiatives that strengthen Malaysia’s semiconductor ecosystem—nationally and regionally.

Read more: https://dayakdaily.com/peninsular-firms-eye-sarawak-for-healthcare-semiconductor-digital-manufacturing-investment/

By DayakDaily Team KUCHING, April 2: Peninsular Malaysian companies in healthcare, urban development, semiconductors, digital technologies and advanced manufacturing are actively exploring collabor…

02/04/2026

CREST welcomes the continued momentum in advancing Malaysia’s semiconductor ecosystem, highlighted by today’s constructive engagement with Datuk Amar Prof Dr Sim Kui Hian at Wisma Bapa Malaysia.

The focus on the Sarawak Integrated Longhouse Silicon Valley underscores Sarawak’s growing role in strengthening the national and global semiconductor value chain—anchored by strategic investments, industry partnerships, and talent development.

CREST looks forward to deepening collaboration with key stakeholders, including InvestSarawak, to support sustainable growth, innovation, and high-value industry development for Malaysia.

20/03/2026

Salam Aidilfitri and Selamat Hari Raya
Maaf Zahir dan Batin.

As we celebrate this blessed occasion, may the spirit of Aidilfitri inspire renewed gratitude, compassion, and togetherness. After a month of reflection and perseverance, we embrace this season with humility, forgiveness, and hope for a brighter path ahead.

CREST extends its warmest wishes to our partners, stakeholders, and the wider community. May this Raya bring peace to your hearts, joy to your homes, and continued strength as we move forward together.

Ikhlas daripada kami di CREST.

16/02/2026

Happy Chinese New Year 2026 from all of us at CREST. Wishing you prosperity, good health, and success in the year ahead.

12/02/2026

What an inspiring session at the CREST SME Scale-Up 2026.

A heartfelt thank you to our speakers from SME Corp. Malaysia, Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry, Malaysia, Dassault Systèmes, MIDF, and Malaysian Investment Development Authority - MIDA for sharing practical and actionable insights to help Semiconductor & E&E SMEs strengthen their digital and Industry 4.0 readiness.

Your perspectives on policy direction, financing support, facilitation, and technology adoption truly brought clarity to the SME scale-up journey.

To all participating SME leaders — thank you for your active engagement and commitment to growth.

CREST remains dedicated to supporting local companies as we strengthen Malaysia’s Semiconductor & E&E ecosystem together.

08/02/2026

CREST is taking bold steps into Sarawak! Together with the Sarawak Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Investment, we’re exploring how strategic collaboration can unlock local talent, connect value chains, and grow Malaysia’s semiconductor industry for tomorrow’s high-tech economy. A new chapter in industry-ready skills and sustainable innovation begins here.

Full news:

KUCHING (Feb 8): The Sarawak Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Investment (Mintred) and Collaborative Research in Engineering, Science and Technology (CREST) are exploring strategic collaboration, value chain migration and talent development to strengthen Malaysia’s semiconductor secto...

26/01/2026

Malaysian SME’s next growth chapter starts here.

CREST presents the SME Scale-Up Session 2026 — a powerful, half-day engagement designed to help SMEs move from digitalisation to smart automation and AI readiness.

📅 11 February 2026
🕘 9.00 am – 1.00 pm
📍 CREST Penang Office

Get direct insights from MITI, MIDA, MIDF, and Dassault Systèmes on:
✅ National incentives & grants
✅ Scalable digital platforms
✅ Financing pathways for technology adoption

⚡ Seats are limited — register early!

Scan the QR code on the poster and take the next step in scaling your business before 5 February 2026.