Frontken plans Taiwan plants expansion amid optimism over semiconductor demand

KUALA LUMPUR: Frontken Corp Bhd said it is planning some minor expansion and improvement works across its Taiwan facilities to optimise space utilisation and production capabilities.

"The works are scheduled to take place in stages over the coming months to minimise any disruption to ongoing operations with full completion targeted in the first half of next year. 

"These efforts will prepare the group for its upcoming project and enhance its ability to support customers’ increasing demand in the coming year," it said in a comments accompanying its results filing with the stock exchange.

Frontken said it is encouraged by the strong performance of its semiconductor business, which has benefited from sustained demand across the AI and high-performance computing sectors.

The group reported that revenue in the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2025, rose about 12% year-on-year due to higher contributions from its Taiwan and Malaysian subidiairies.

"Volume in the semi-conductor space increased mainly due to higher demand and good product mix from our customers in

Taiwan. Additionally, our Kulim facility resumed normal operation following the fire incident in 2024," said the group.

During the quarter under review, Frontken posted a net profit of RM45.83mil, up from RM35.32mil in the same quarter in 2024, as revenue rose to RM161.87mil from RM144.31mil over the same comparative quarter.

The group's earnings per share rose to 2.89 sen from 2.24 sen previously.

Over the nine-month period, Frontken's net profit came to RM110.39mil, against RM98.71mil in the same period in 2024. Revneue was also improved to RM450.86mil as compared to RM419.75mil in the first nine months of last year.