Insulet Breaks Ground on New Malaysian Facility

Omnipod tubeless insulin pump maker Insulet has broken ground on its new manufacturing facility in Malaysia.
 
Located in Johor Bahru, the new facility will include about 400,000 square feet of manufacturing space. Insulet aims to invest about $200 million over five years and hire over 500 full-time employees once the facility is operational at full capacity.
 
“We are taking an important step to further diversify globally and ensure our valued customers continue to have uninterrupted access to our life-changing products,” Chuck Alpuche, Insulet’s executive VP and COO told the press. “This new Malaysian factory will help support our fast-paced growth, robust innovation pipeline, and global expansion.”
 
Insulet revealed its plans to source environmentally responsible and resource-efficient materials for the new facility at the ceremony. The architectural design includes sustainable elements that qualify for Green Building Initiative (GBI) and Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification. 
 
“We are pleased to welcome Insulet to Malaysia as the medical device company expands their manufacturing capabilities,” said Lee Ting Han, Johor State Investment, Trade and Consumer Affairs Committee Chairman. “This project validates Johor’s attractiveness as a top international investment destination. We believe this new facility will play an important role in the development of the State, driving the economy and creating jobs. The Johor State Government continues to welcome high-impact businesses from around the world to ensure Johor remains the preferred location for quality investments.”
 
The company expects the facility to be operational by mid-2024.