From left: EP Manufacturing Bhd executive director Aidan Hamidon, EP Manufacturing executive chairman Hamidon Abdullah, Jujin China general manager Huang Yuanjie and Proton Holdings Bhd chief executive officer Dr Li Chunrong.
KUALA LUMPUR: EP Manufacturing Bhd
(EPMB) has partnered with Sanly China and Jujin China in two strategic joint ventures to localise the production of key automotive components for the Proton Saga MC3.
In a statement, the automotive solutions provider said these partnerships reinforced its commitment to strengthening Malaysia’s automotive manufacturing capabilities while ensuring cost efficiency and superior quality for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).
EPMB, through its subsidiary PEPS-JV (M) Sdn Bhd, has formed a joint venture with Sanly China to manufacture key automotive components for the Proton Saga MC3 locally.
The partnership integrates Sanly China's metalworking technology with EPMB’s Batang Kali operations, strengthening the supply chain and supporting MITI and MIDA’s efforts to boost local manufacturing.
‘This joint venture with Sanly China represents a strategic leap forward for EPMB. By combining Sanly’s advanced metalworking expertise with our local manufacturing capabilities, we are setting new standards of excellence in automotive component supply. This partnership is a testament to our commitment to innovation, quality, and strategic growth,” executive director Aidan Hamidon said.
Additionally, EPMB has partnered with Jujin China to localise car seat production for Proton. This joint venture builds on years of collaboration, driven by trust, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to innovation.
This strategic alliance reinforces EPMB’s position as a key automotive solutions provider in the industry.
The partnership combines Jujin’s seat design expertise with EPMB’s local manufacturing, improving efficiency, cutting costs, and boosting profitability.
“Discussions are ongoing to expand the collaboration to other Proton models and potentially Geely vehicles, further enhancing EPMB’s market reach,” EPMB said.
