Machinery & Metal – Fabricated Metal Products

The fabricated metal products industry is a vital contributor to both manufacturing and services sectors in Malaysia, particularly through its engineering supporting sub-sector (ESI), which supports the growth of machinery and equipment (M&E) and other manufacturing industries. Renowned globally for their exceptional manufacturing standards, Malaysian fabricated metal industry players offer high-quality products and services that are competitively priced and timely delivered worldwide.

With over 1,000 players, including integrated solution providers, Malaysia’s fabricated metal industry can fulfil the diverse needs of high-tech industries by supplying low-volume, high-mix products, parts, and modules. Many companies have evolved into comprehensive ‘one-stop centres,’ offering end-to-end services from product conception to serial production, covering procurement, logistics, testing, and certification. These firms have invested in facility upgrades and advanced technologies to meet OEMs’ demanding requirements for precision engineering services and components.

The industry’s future direction involves further strengthening services, enhancing capabilities, and ensuring production quality to provide comprehensive solutions. Investors should recognise the industry’s efforts to obtain international certifications for supplying parts and components to sectors like oil and gas, aerospace, medical, and solar/photovoltaic. As the industry progresses, prospective investors can expect expanding opportunities aligned with the sector’s growth trajectory and increasing global demands.