Kumpulan Modal Perdana (KMP), a VC firm owned by the Malaysian Ministry of Finance, has announced a strategic investment in Swift Bridge Technologies, a startup specialising in commercial test and measurement market connectivity solutions.
The funding will enable Swift Bridge Technologies to acquire advanced testing equipment for developing RF cables exceeding 110GHz, expand its product range to include high-frequency RF cables up to 145GHz and enhance low-frequency cable solutions.
The startup will also use the capital to optimise its 110GHz cables and move its R&D production from the US to Malaysia.
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Established in 2012, Swift Bridge offers solutions across diverse sectors, such as semiconductors, biomedical, electronics and electrical manufacturing, telecommunications, industrial automation, automotive, and research institutions. Its products, operating from low-frequency applications up to 110 GigaHertz (GHz), are essential for applications like spectrum analysers, network analysers, automation testers, and 5G systems.
With 40 per cent of its client base international and 60 per cent local, Swift Bridge has built long-term relationships with major companies, which accounted for a significant portion of its 2023 revenue.
This investment is expected to transform key industries, including semiconductors, telecommunications, automotive, biomedical, and industrial automation. It will also support research institutions.
KMP’s investment aligns with Swift Bridge’s vision to become a world leader in connectivity technology. The partnership will allow Swift Bridge to meet complex customer demands and broaden its market reach.
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