C-Hawk Technology, a California-based manufacturer of high purity plastics, has announced the expansion of its Southeast Asia operations with new facilities in Johor Baru, Malaysia, and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. This move aims to meet the growing demand for localised production and advanced manufacturing in the semiconductor market.
The new facilities will introduce ultra-high-purity (UHP) orbital/TIG welding and PFA tube bending capabilities, enhancing C-Hawk’s service offerings. CEO Chase Zunino stated, “This investment reflects our commitment to growing alongside our customers and supporting their manufacturing operations in Southeast Asia.”
The Malaysian facility spans 200,000 square feet and currently employs over 300 people, with plans to increase to 400 by the end of 2026. It focuses on precision plastics and cleanroom assembly. Meanwhile, the Vietnam site, covering 96,000 square feet, specialises in contract manufacturing and full system builds, supporting complex semiconductor manufacturing programmes.
Peri Kasthuri, COO of C-Hawk, highlighted the strategic importance of these expansions, noting, “With expanded operations in Malaysia and Vietnam, we are strengthening our ability to support customers across multiple aspects of semiconductor equipment manufacturing.”
These expansions underscore C-Hawk’s long-term commitment to Southeast Asia as a pivotal manufacturing hub for the global semiconductor industry. The company is also engaging with regional universities and community programmes to foster local workforce development and engineering talent.
