Penang, Malaysia, 23 July 2025 – Asia’s most comprehensive tech manufacturing platform — featuring the 5th Edition of Electronics Manufacturing Expo Asia (EMAX 2025), 4th Edition of Penang Manufacturing Expo (PMAX), and the debut of Semiconductor Asia Expo (SMAX) and Asia Sustainable Factories Expo (ASFAX) — was officially launched today at the Setia SPICE Convention Centre, Penang.
The Opening Ceremony was officiated by YB Goh Choon Aik, ADUN N18 - Bukit Tambun, who lauded the organisers for presenting a future-forward, four-in-one showcase that strengthens Penang’s role as a global powerhouse in electronics and semiconductor manufacturing. Jointly organised by Fireworks Trade Media Group and NRG Exhibitions (M) Sdn Bhd, the event hosts:
• 200+ exhibitors from 40+ countries • Thousands of trade visitors, engineers, and decision-makers
• 3 full days (23–25 July) of activities including:
• Technical seminars & live tech demos • Wire Harness Competition • Business matching sessions
• ESG & smart factory solution showcases • Industry forums and conferences • Industry Networking Cocktail Session This year marks a major milestone with the launch of two new co-located expos:
• SMAX 2025 – spotlighting Asia’s semiconductor supply chain from materials and design to packaging and backend automation.
• ASFAX 2025 – focused on energy-efficient factory solutions and ESG technologies for sustainable manufacturing across sectors. In his keynote, YB Goh highlighted Penang’s contribution of 22% to Malaysia’s total approved manufacturing investments in Q1 2025, reinforcing its industrial strength and strategic value. He also commended the organisers’ alignment with Malaysia’s green and digital industrial roadmap.
Mr. Kenny Yong, CEO of NRG Exhibitions and Fireworks Trade Media Group, added: “The newly coined SMAX and ASFAX expos push the frontier of sustainable electronics and semiconductor manufacturing — with Penang at the forefront of Asia’s industrial evolution.” Admission is free for all trade and industry visitors. Register at: www.emaxasia.com
Tags: Kenny Yong, NRG Exhibitions and Fireworks Trade Media Group, Penang Manufacturing Expo (PMAX), Semiconductor Asia Expo (SMAX) Asia Sustainable Factories Expo (ASFAX) Convention Centre, Penang
