Tuesday 20/01/2026

^{Puan Surayu Susah, Executive Director, Manufacturing Development (Resource), MIDA}


KEDAH, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- Novolyte Technology Sdn. Bhd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Shenzhen Capchem Technology Co., Ltd., a global supplier of electronic chemicals and functional materials with over 30 years of industry experience, proudly held its groundbreaking ceremony to begin construction of its new battery electrolyte manufacturing facility at Kulim Hi-Tech Park, Kedah. The project marks a significant milestone in Malaysia's growing advanced manufacturing ecosystem.

The ceremony was officiated by YB. Prof Dr. Haim Hilman Abdullah (Kedah EXCO for Industry & Investment, Science, Technology & Innovation, and Higher Education), Mr Zhou Youbin (Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Penang), YBhg. Dato’ Haji Elmi bin Yusoff (Yang Dipertua MPKK), Puan Surayu Susah, Executive Director of Manufacturing Development (Resource), MIDA, Tuan Zuhdi Bin Abdul Zakaria (Head of Kulim District Customs), Encik Mohd Zaid Abdul Jalil (Deputy CEO of Kulim Technology Park Corporation), Mr Zhou Dawen (Vice Chairman of Shenzhen Capchem Technology Co., Ltd.) and attended by distinguished guests including Government officials and Novolyte management and staff.

Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid, CEO of Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), said “MIDA welcomes Novolyte’s investment in Kedah, a development that underscores Malaysia’s competitiveness in the advanced manufacturing sector in the region. This project aligns seamlessly with the NIMP 2030’s mission to attract sophisticated, innovation-led investments. Beyond strengthening our domestic ecosystem, Novolyte’s presence will create spill over effects for local industries and provide our local workforce with invaluable exposure to cutting-edge battery technologies.”

Encik Noor Ikhsan Bin Abdul Aziz, Chief Operating Officer of Invest Kedah Berhad, stated: “Invest Kedah Berhad welcomes Novolyte Technology’s decision to expand its operations in Kedah through the establishment of this new manufacturing facility at Kulim Hi-Tech Park. This investment reflects strong investor confidence in Kedah’s industrial ecosystem and supports the state’s aspiration to strengthen the new energy and high-value manufacturing sectors. We believe this project will create quality employment opportunities, enhance local supply chain capabilities and contribute positively to Kedah’s long-term economic development”.

Mr. Zhou DaWen, Vice Chairman of Shenzhen Capchem Technology Co., Ltd., stated, “Our investment in Kedah reflects confidence in Southeast Asia's new energy market potential. Novolyte Technology will establish a benchmark for high-end electronic chemicals in the region, addressing the local supply gap for lithium battery electrolytes and meeting global customers' needs for localised supply chains. We are grateful for the Malaysian government's supportive policies and believe this project will bolster the local economy and contribute to the global clean energy transition.” 

Slated for commissioning in Q3 2026, the plant will have an annual capacity of around 30,000 metric tons to serve domestic and Southeast Asian markets. The facility will cultivate a high-value talent ecosystem and act as a strategic catalyst for the region's new energy sector. 

This expansion builds upon the success of Novolyte's existing Plant 1 within Kulim HiTech Park - the first among Chinese electrolyte manufacturers to achieve order delivery in Southeast Asia. The achievement marks a substantial step in Capchem's internationalisation strategy for the region, enabling the provision of more agile, customised electrolyte solutions for customers. 

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Source: Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA)

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: 
MIDA
Name: Ms. Siti Halimaton Mohd. Rejab
Director, Chemical and Advanced Material Division
Tel.: +603-2267 6701
Email: shalimaton@mida.gov.my

Invest Kedah Berhad
Corporate Communication Department
Tel.: +604-702 7373
Email: info@investkedah.com

Shenzhen Capchem Technology Co., Ltd.
Operation Management Department
Tel: +86-(0)755-8992 3768
Email: capchem@capchem.com

--BERNAMA