Sun Bus Tech Sdn Bhd, a Malaysian leader in bus and bus body manufacturing, celebrated the opening of its advanced facility in Senai Airport City, Johor on 11 October 2024. Headquartered in Johor, the subsidiary company of Sun Wah Group is a leading player in the transportation industry, specialising in the construction of high-quality bus bodies for both conventional and electric vehicles. This venture aligns with the state government’s broader vision of promoting innovation and economic growth via the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ). The eco-friendly plant has been designed to produce over 500 commercial vehicles annually.

The event was officiated by YB Tuan Ir. Ts. Mohamad Fazli bin Mohamad Salleh, Chairman of the Johor State Public Works, Transport, Infrastructure, and Communications Committee, and Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade, and Industry, YB Liew Chin Tong, who addressed the gathering of some 400 invited guests that included key stakeholders and staff.

The 400 guests who attended the event were welcomed by Mr. Phang Sun Wah, founder and Chairman of Sun Bus Tech; Ms. Shyan Phang, CEO of Sun Bus Tech; and Mr. Peter Phang, General Manager of Sun Bus Tech.

Sun Bus Tech is not only the pioneer in producing traditional buses but also set to lead the industry with its revolutionary electric buses, equipped with Malaysian technology imported from Europe and sustainable manufacturing practices. The company’s new facility incorporates innovative and sustainable technology that reflects a commitment to promoting environmentally friendly and efficient transportation solutions.

Sun Bus Tech has partnered with global leaders such as Carrosserie HESS AG and Scania to enable them to implement industry-first advancements through transferring top-tier technologies. Sun Bus Tech also unveiled its successful work on developing the Model T for electric vehicle manufacturer Foxtron. The unveiling of this technology highlighted Sun Bus Tech’s capability to manage sophisticated projects for global industry leaders such as Foxtron.

With over 50 years of industry experience, Sun Bus Tech is proud to redefine public transportation by producing reliable, long-lasting, energy-efficient, and eco-friendly transport solutions that meet international standards for quality and performance for markets in Malaysia and beyond.