Mosca GmbH, a Germany-based world leader in end-of-line strapping solutions to secure goods in transit, has given Johor and Malaysia a resounding vote of confidence as a manufacturing destination.
After being present in the state for over 20 years, the company decided to double its workforce and relocate to a much larger facility in Frontier Park at Desa Cemerlang here.
Datuk Wira Arham Abdul Rahman, Chief Executive Officer of the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), congratulated both parties on the milestone affirming, “Mosca’s investment in Malaysia is a testament to the confidence in Malaysia’s business environment, strong infrastructure and global connectivity. We look forward to its continued growth here as we create good job opportunities for Malaysians. MIDA remains steadfast in its mission to attract more companies, like Mosca, catalysing Malaysia’s ascent as the transformative manufacturing hub of Southeast Asia.”
Group CEO Timo Mosca officially sealed the deal with developer WB Land Sdn Bhd. He said its facility for final assembly of the automatic strapping machines would move from a 40,000sq.ft. plant nearby to the new 103,458sq.ft. factory at Frontier Park.
“Our current operations have proven time and time again that high quality assembly is absolutely possible in Malaysia. Therefore, we want to go the next step and expand production of new machines and systems in the new plant,” he said after the ceremony.
The Malaysian subsidiary of Mosca signed the agreement with Kevin Woon, Group Managing Director of WB Land. The event was attended by government officials, including a representative from MIDA.
In welcoming Mosca’s remarks, Woon said this relocation was a significant milestone not only for WB Land and the World FIABCI award-winning industrial park but also for the industrial landscape in Johor and Malaysia.
“This is certainly a great moment for WB Land which also re-affirmed the vibrant and resilient industrial landscape in Malaysia. We are glad to play a part to attract global leaders in manufacturing and technology and contribute towards Malaysia’s growing reputation as a competitive and business-friendly destination,” said Woon.
Woon pointed out that the new facility, built on 2.245-acre of land, was designed with an emphasis on eco-friendly practices, including being ready for solar-energy, to align with global standards for green manufacturing.
According to Mosca, “We have chosen Frontier Park for its well-managed, secure and green environment, which matches our sustainable manufacturing practices.”
