Malaysian automotive electronics specialist MCE Holdings Bhd has formalised a strategic joint venture with Chinese radar technology pioneer Nanjing Chuhang Technology Co Ltd to manufacture and market automotive millimetre-wave radar systems, a cornerstone of next-generation driver assistance and autonomous vehicle technologies.
The landmark agreement was signed at the Malaysia Pavilion during the World Expo 2025 in Osaka, as part of the Malaysia Automotive, Robotics and IoT Institute’s (MARii) NxGv: Game Changer in Energy Transition and Mobility showcase. It was witnessed by Pavilion Director Ellyza Mastura and MARii Chief Executive Officer Azrul Reza Aziz.
Structured through MCE’s wholly owned subsidiary, MCE Ventures Sdn Bhd, the joint venture (JV) will focus on developing, producing and commercialising radar sensors for both the domestic and international automotive markets, excluding China.
Under the terms, MCE will hold a controlling 51% stake, with Nanjing Chuhang owning the remaining 49%.
“These sensors are fundamental to the safety and intelligence of modern vehicles.
“By integrating Nanjing Chuhang’s cutting-edge radar technology with MCE’s proven manufacturing capabilities, we are positioning ourselves to meet the surging global demand for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving technologies,” MCE group Managing Director Dr Goh Kar Chun said.
Goh shared that the millimetre-wave radar is a critical component of ADAS as it enables vehicles to detect and interpret their surroundings with high precision, a capability that is becoming essential as the automotive industry shifts towards automation and intelligent mobility.
The JV represents a significant expansion of MCE’s automotive electronics portfolio and supports its broader ambition to deliver high-value, tech-forward solutions from Malaysia to global markets.
“This partnership is a leap forward for MCE, allowing us to push boundaries in smart mobility innovation while enhancing Malaysia’s role in the global automotive value chain,” Goh said.
