· Investment in equipment and 100,000 additional square feet of factory space creates new opportunities for Boeing’s all-Malaysia workforce in Kedah.
· Expansion positions Boeing Composites Malaysia for continued growth to support the global aviation market.
KEDAH, Malaysia, August 6, 2026 — Boeing [NYSE: BA] today announced the expansion of Boeing Composites Malaysia (BCM) to strengthen production capabilities and create opportunities for its all-Malaysian team of approximately 1,150 employees.
The expansion was commemorated by BCM’s employees, government representatives and industry partners who gathered to celebrate the site’s 25 years of operations.
"Boeing's continued investment in Kedah reflects the strength of Malaysia’s industrial base and the exceptional all-Malaysian talent on our team,” said Faisal Sraieldin, managing director, Boeing Composites Malaysia. “Our advanced facility and highly skilled team play a vital role in Malaysia’s growing aerospace industry. With this expansion, we are reinforcing our commitment to developing high-tech talent and deepening our long-term partnership with Malaysia, while strengthening the country’s position as an aerospace manufacturing hub.”
BCM added 100,000 square feet of warehouse space for finished components and integrated logistics. The expansion supports Boeing’s increase in commercial airplane production to meet growing global demand and customer commitments.
A key part of Boeing’s strategy in Malaysia is working with local technical institutions, including the Institut Kemahiran Belia Negara (IKBN) and the Advanced Technology Training Centre (ADTEC). These partnerships help develop a pipeline of high-precision skills to support advanced aerospace manufacturing and workforce readiness in Kedah.
BCM provides composite products and subassemblies for all Boeing commercial airplane models and is Boeing’s first wholly owned manufacturing facility in Southeast Asia.
About Boeing
As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing’s relationship with Malaysia dates to 1947 when Malayan Airways Limited acquired its first Douglas DC-3. Boeing and Malaysia have worked in partnership for 79 years to support the development of aerospace and defense capabilities in the country. Today, Boeing presence in Malaysia covers commercial aviation, defense and services, manufacturing, supply chain development, safety training, sustainability workshops and studies, university collaborations and community support initiatives.