Member Insights: Ahmad Nazrin Zakaria, CNC Design Sdn Bhd at EU-Malaysia Business Day 2025

The EU-Malaysia Business Day 2025: Penang in Focus brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and business stakeholders to explore Penang’s growing investment landscape. As part of our event engagement, we spoke with Ahmad Nazrin Zakaria, National Sales Manager at CNC Design Sdn Bhd, to gain his perspective on key insights and takeaways.

1️⃣ What are your thoughts on today’s event?

"This event was an insightful platform to learn more about the EU’s investment direction in Penang. It provided valuable information on future prospects and business opportunities, particularly for companies like ours. We see potential in establishing a presence in Penang to support the EU industry and collaborate with state agencies such as Invest Penang and PSDC."

2️⃣ What key insights or takeaways have you gained?

"The data on incoming EU investments and talent development in Penang were key highlights for me. Understanding the scale of investment and workforce development initiatives gives us a clearer picture of the business landscape."

3️⃣ How has this event helped you connect with potential business partners?

"The event provided an excellent platform to identify industry gaps and explore how we can contribute to bridging them. Connecting with EU and Malaysian stakeholders allows us to see where we can add value in the market."

4️⃣ How can EUROCHAM Malaysia enhance its role in fostering business growth?

"EUROCHAM Malaysia plays a crucial role in facilitating industry connections, and events like these help businesses network, collaborate, and create new opportunities. Continued engagement and dialogue between EU and Malaysian companies will be key to future growth."

At EUROCHAM Malaysia, we are committed to driving business expansion and strengthening EU-Malaysia trade relations. Stay tuned for more impactful industry engagements and networking opportunities!

To explore more on EUROCHAM Malaysia’s membership, please reach out to our Membership and Events Manager, at [email protected] or click here to learn more - https://www.eurocham.my/membership/