# BWYS Group builds new factory in Penang for sheet metal products

BWYS Group Bhd is constructing a new factory in Penang with a built-up area of approximately 197,153 sq ft. Ground works started in Q1 2024, completion expected in Q1 2026, and commercial production in Q1 2027. The factory will increase production capacity by 6.1% and include automation.

- Type: New facility
- Announced: 2024-07-23
- Where: Penang, Malaysia, Malaysia
- Starts operating: Q1 2027
- Status: under construction
- Capacity: 6.1% increase in production capacity
- Products: roofing sheets, trusses, industrial racking systems, welded pipes, scaffoldings
- Sectors: [Steel and Metal Products](https://endata.com/sectors/steel-metal-products.md)

## Companies

- [BWYS Group Bhd](https://endata.com/companies/78742.md)

## Sources

- [thestar.com.my](https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2024/07/23/bwys-group-fuels-expansion-as-construction-sector-rebounds?__sta=vhg.uosvzluuovxfjfa0evyydd%7CIFFYTIQ&__stm_medium=email&__stm_source=smartech), 2024-07-22: "Ground works started in first quarter of 2024, we expect the factory to be completed in first quarter of 2026, and commercial production will be in the first quarter of 2027."

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