CIG USA Inc. and EG Industries Berhad Sign LOI To Expand Penang Manufacturing Capacity, Supporting Global Connectivity Growth

View Count: 145 Publication Time: July 03, 2025 Area: Santa Clara, California, USA / Penang, Malaysia

Cambridge Industries USA Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Cambridge Industries Group  (“CIG”), a global leader in optical and broadband technologies, and EG Industries Berhad (“EG”), its strategic manufacturing partner, have signed a Letter of Intent (“LOI”) to expand manufacturing operations in Batu Kawan, Penang, Malaysia. This milestone marks a significant step in strengthening CIG’s global production footprint to meet the growing demand for advanced optical, wireless, and broadband connectivity—driven by the rapid rise of AI, cloud computing, and next-generation networks.

 

CIG and EG will collaborate to scale up production capabilities, including the addition of high-speed SMT lines, expanded cleanroom facilities for optical modules, and enhanced automation in testing and packaging. These initiatives support CIG’s innovation roadmap and reinforce its strategic partnership with EG to meet the evolving needs of customers worldwide.

 

“This LOI represents a major milestone in our long-term partnership with EG,” said Mr. Gerald Wong, CEO of CIG. “It underscores our commitment to building capacity that meets global customer demand with agility, quality, and cutting-edge technology.”

 

“We are proud to deepen our collaboration with CIG through this LOI,” said Dato’ Alex Kang, CEO of EG Industries. “Our state-of-the-art facility in Batu Kawan, Penang, will play a pivotal role in supporting the production of next-generation technologies for global markets.”

“This expanded collaboration also reinforces regional supply chain resilience and enhances delivery efficiency across CIG’s global customer base.” he added.

 

Through investments in AI-enabled manufacturing, smart automation, and talent development, CIG and EG aim to build a future-ready manufacturing ecosystem that meets evolving customer needs and powers the hyper-connected world of tomorrow.

 

About CIG  

Founded in 2005, Cambridge Industries Group (CIG) is a global technology leader with affiliates in the United States, China, Japan, Malaysia, and Europe. With a unique combination of industry-leading R&D and advanced manufacturing, CIG delivers millions of high-performance devices annually and provides exceptional customer service worldwide. CIG’s broad portfolio includes high-speed optical transceivers, wireless and broadband access, carrier Ethernet, and edge computing—enabling next-generation telecom and data center networks.

For more information, please visit: https://www.cigtech.com

 

About EG Industries Berhad

EG Industries is a leading EMS and Vertical Integration provider for world renowned brand names of electrical and electronic products for several industries including consumer electronics, data storage, ICT, medical, automotive, and telecommunications. Ranked in the top 50 EMS companies worldwide, EG offers OEM and ODM services with turnkey solutions. EG has a workforce of approximately 3,000 employees in its manufacturing plants in Kedah, Penang, and Thailand.                                    

For more information, please visit: https://eg.com.my