Canada’s Eclipse sets up 1st Asian base in Penang


In a statement yesterday, the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (Mida) said about 80% of the employees will be from technical and engineering backgrounds.

PETALING JAYA: Canada-based Eclipse Automation Inc is setting up its first Asian manufacturing facility in Batu Kawan, Penang, which is anticipated to create approximately 150 new jobs by 2025.

In a statement yesterday, the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (Mida) said about 80% of the employees will be from technical and engineering backgrounds.

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