KUALA LUMPUR: BMW Group Malaysia has expanded its regional parts distribution centre in Senai, Johor.
The centre, which began operations in Malaysia in 2004, now boasts a state-of-the-art facility spanning 65,000 square metres (sqm), up from its initial 45,000 sqm in 2017.
This expansion underscores BMW's commitment to the region and strengthens its position as one of the largest facilities of its kind in the Asia Pacific region.
Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) chief executive officer Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid said BMW's growth journey in Malaysia over the past 20 years is not just a story of business growth but a testament to shared vision, technological advancement and exceptional performance.
"This expansion is a powerful affirmation of Malaysia's position as a strategic gateway to the region, where innovation and opportunity converge.
"This facility is more than an operational hub; it symbolises BMW's trust in our ecosystem while reinforcing Malaysia's role as an integral part of its Asia Pacific supply chain, serving a dual purpose of supporting BMW's after-sales operations and functioning as a strategic base for their regional supply network.
"With our excellent connectivity, skilled talent pool and forward-thinking policies, MIDA remains committed to paving the way for BMW's continued success and inspiring others to invest in Malaysia's boundless potential," he said in a statement.
BMW Group Malaysia said the centre has shown sustained growth in its annual turnover, growing its business capabilities from 141 million euro in 2017 to 277 million euro in 2023, and almost double from when the facility first began operations 20 years ago.
BMW Malaysia managing director Benjamin Nagel said as the group marks 20 years of its regional parts distribution centre in Malaysia, it reflects on the centre's contribution to BMW's success and Malaysia's role as a key logistics hub in the Asia Pacific.
"Since the beginning, the facility and its capabilities has stood as a symbol of operational excellence, having evolved into a state-of-the-art facility that is recognised regionally and globally," he noted.
The recent expansion of the regional parts distribution centre introduces several notable improvements, including a purpose-built high voltage (HV) battery storage area and a modern very narrow aisle (VNA) racking system.
The facility's two-story configuration provides opportunities for future expansion, while the integration of a solar panel roof supports the group's broader sustainability initiatives.