[Press Release] Lattice Expands Global Footprint with Larger Presence in Penang

By Invest Penang – December 14, 2023

A version of this article was first published on Invest Penang

Dec. 14, 2023 – Lattice Semiconductor, the low power programmable leader, today announced the opening of its new office location in Penang, Malaysia. The new, larger office further expands the Lattice’s global footprint to support its continued growth, acting as an engineering and operations hub for the company’s robust hardware and software portfolio.

“Since establishing our presence in Penang in late 2021, we’ve been incredibly impressed with the exceptional talent in the area and grateful for the strong support from the local government as we invest in our growth,” said Mr. Friiscor Ho, Site Lead for Lattice Malaysia office. “Penang’s close proximity to our partners in the region helps us foster these relationships as we continue expanding our leadership in the field-programmable gate array (FPGA) market.”

“Banking on the five decades of industrial excellence, Penang is making steady progress in cementing its position as the Silicon Valley of the East. As more businesses respond to the changing global situation, it is important that Penang continues to provide services that elevate us up the value chain,” said the Deputy Chief Minister II of Penang, YB Jagdeep Singh Deo, (representing the Chief Minister of Penang, Right Honourable Mr Chow Kon Yeow). “Our talent remains one of the key differentiators for Penang, along with the availability of robust industrial network. The State, via InvestPenang, strives to provide steadfast support and facilitation to all investors so that we continue to strengthen our position and relevance as a location for global businesses to set up their offices here.”

Located in the lucrative Setia SPICE Canopy at 108-A SPICE Canopy, Jalan Tun Dr. Awang, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Penang, the new Lattice Malaysia office space supports the company’s more than 200 highly skilled local personnel, with a focus on applications and research and development (R&D) engineering, as well as operations.