BETAMEK APPOINTS SHAHREL BIN MOHD ZAIN AS NEW COO

Seasoned Engineering Leader Joins Betamek to Drive Operational Excellence and Strategic Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, 9 DECEMBER 2024 – Betamek Berhad ("Betamek" or the "Company"), an original design manufacturer ("ODM") and a leading player in electronics manufacturing services ("EMS”) for the automotive industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Encik Shahrel Bin Mohd Zain (“Shahrel”) as its new Chief Operating Officer (“COO”), effective today. Shahrel will lead the Company’s operational strategies, focusing on advancing manufacturing efficiency, integrating technological innovations, and supporting Betamek’s expansion in the rapidly evolving automotive electronics sector.

As a graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, United States of America, Shahrel combines his academic foundation with practical experience to deliver high-impact operational improvements. His career is defined by a commitment to fostering technological advancements and achieving excellence in production.

Shahrel brings over three decades of extensive experience in engineering, manufacturing, and operational leadership across prominent multinational corporations in the semiconductor and electronics industries. His tenure at companies such as Carsem (M) Sdn. Bhd. (“Carsem”), Osram Opto Semiconductor Malaysia (“Osram”), and Coherent Corporation USA has solidified his reputation as a seasoned engineering leader with a deep understanding of complex manufacturing processes and operational optimisation. At Carsem and Osram, both recognised as leading semiconductor and optoelectronics manufacturers, Shahrel honed his expertise in research and development, product innovation, and automation, while his leadership at Coherent Corporation further enhanced his ability to implement advanced engineering solutions and drive global-scale projects.

Commenting on the appointment, Encik Muhammad Fauzi Bin Abd Ghani, Executive Director of Betamek, stated, “We are excited to welcome Shahrel to Betamek as our Chief Operating Officer. His extensive background in engineering and operations, gained from working with leading semiconductor companies, aligns perfectly with Betamek’s vision to embrace innovation and drive operational excellence. Shahrel’s expertise will be critical as we scale our manufacturing capabilities to meet the increasing demands of the automotive electronics market.”

Expressing his enthusiasm for the new role, Encik Shahrel Bin Mohd Zain, Chief Operating Officer of Betamek, shared, “I am honoured to join Betamek at such a pivotal time for the company and the industry. Betamek has established itself as a trusted leader in automotive electronics, and I look forward to contributing to its continued growth and success. By leveraging my experience in engineering and manufacturing, I aim to help Betamek achieve new heights of operational efficiency and innovation, ultimately delivering greater value to our customers and stakeholders.”

As Betamek continues its growth journey, Shahrel’s appointment reinforces the Company’s commitment to operational excellence and market leadership. His leadership will support Betamek’s ongoing initiatives to expand its market presence, enhance production efficiency, and remain at the forefront of innovation in the automotive electronics industry, particularly within the ASEAN region.