Penang: Coherent Corp. (NYSE: COHR), a global leader in photonics, today announced the opening of its new Datacom Research and Development Center in Penang. This expansion underscores the company’s strategic commitment to serving its rapidly growing global markets.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the launching ceremony was attended by government officials such as the Chief Executive Officer of the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid; CEO of Invest Penang, Dato’ Loo Lee Lian; Chief People Officer of Coherent Corporation, Ms. Grace Lee, as well as other Coherent personnel.

The new center is set to advance optical transceiver technology, crucial for the development of artificial intelligence and cloud computing. Coherent Corp.’s strategic move in Penang reflects its dedication to innovation and growth in the photonics industry.