PETALING JAYA: Singapore’s Vicom Ltd has announced the opening of Setsco QAV’s new facility in Bayan Lepas, Penang, strengthening its electrical and electronics (E&E) testing capabilities and expanding its presence in Malaysia and the region’s fast-growing high-tech manufacturing sector.
Setsco QAV is a joint venture between Vicom’s wholly owned subsidiary Setsco Services Pte Ltd and Malaysia-based QAV Technologies Sdn Bhd.
The facility was inaugurated by Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow, alongside InvestPenang CEO Datuk Loo Lee Lian, underscoring the importance of the investment to Penang’s industrial and high-tech manufacturing ecosystem.
Strategically located in Penang’s key industrial hub, the facility is designed to support electronics and high-tech manufacturers with reliable testing services, faster turnaround times and greater access to internationally recognised compliance and certification support.
The expansion is part of Vicom’s broader strategy to grow beyond its core vehicle inspection business and build deeper capabilities in higher-value testing segments.
Through Setsco QAV, Vicom is better positioned to support manufacturers across Malaysia and the wider region as demand for product safety, reliability and regulatory compliance continues to rise.
The Penang facility offers a comprehensive suite of E&E testing services across the product development lifecycle, including electromagnetic compatibility and radio frequency testing, electrical safety and energy efficiency testing, over-the-air (OTA) antenna measurement, and acoustic measurement. It also houses Singapore and Malaysia’s only third-party commercial OTA facility, providing manufacturers with a critical capability for devices with OTA receivers.
Vicom CEO Sim Wing Yew said: “This marks an important step in Vicom’s strategy to grow in high-value testing sectors beyond our vehicle inspection business. Through Setsco QAV, we are combining Singapore and Malaysia’s complementary strengths to support manufacturers as they navigate increasingly complex regulatory, quality and reliability requirements across the region.”
Setsco acting CEO Ng Soon Lee said: “The new Penang facility enhances our ability to serve manufacturers with reliable, high-quality electrical and electronics testing solutions that meet increasingly stringent global standards. With expanded capabilities and faster turnaround times, Setsco QAV is well placed to support customers from product development through to market access.”
QAV Technologies managing director Dr John See Keat Siang said: “This facility represents a commitment to strengthening Malaysia’s industrial and testing capabilities, and gives local and regional manufacturers better access to internationally recognised testing services. We are proud to partner with Setsco to deepen these capabilities, serving as a key hub for electronics and high-tech manufacturing.”
