About MSRD 2026 – Industry Programme
The Malaysia Semiconductor Recruitment Day (MSRD) 2026 Industry Programme brings together industry leaders, companies, government representatives, ecosystem partners and media for four days of semiconductor-focused engagement.
While the recruitment side of MSRD connects talent directly with employers, the Industry Programme focuses on the wider semiconductor ecosystem — technology, engineering, manufacturing, supply chains, innovation, international partnerships and industry development.
Centred around the MSRD industry stage, attendees can hear directly from companies and ecosystem leaders, explore emerging technologies and capabilities, participate in industry discussions and build connections across Malaysia and the international semiconductor ecosystem.
Who Should Register?
| Registration | Suitable For |
|---|
| Industry Professional | Company representatives, engineers, executives, technology providers, founders, business leaders, investors and other semiconductor or technology stakeholders |
| Government & Agency | Ministries, government agencies, investment promotion bodies, regulators, economic development organisations and related public-sector representatives |
| Media | Journalists, editors, broadcasters, industry publications, digital media and recognised media representatives |
Please select the ticket category that best represents your organisation or professional capacity.
What to Expect
| Programme Area | What to Expect |
|---|
| Industry & Technology Sharing | Perspectives from semiconductor, technology and ecosystem leaders |
| Technical Sessions | Discussions covering semiconductor design, engineering, manufacturing and enabling technologies |
| Company Spotlights | Focused introductions to participating companies, technologies and capabilities |
| Silicon Connect | Company engagement sessions followed by direct networking |
| Silicon Nexus | International ecosystem engagement connecting Malaysia with global partners |
| Ecosystem Discussions | Conversations around supply chains, localisation, innovation, investment and collaboration |
| Networking | Opportunities to engage with companies, government, international partners and industry stakeholders |
TENTATIVE PROGRAMME
The programme below is tentative and remains subject to changes in session titles, speakers, participating organisations and timing.
Day 1 — Wednesday, 14 October 2026
| Time | Session |
|---|
| 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM | From Chips to Robots: The Next Generation of Intelligent Robotics |
| 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Engineering the Digital Workflow: Simulation & Design Tools |
| 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM | Silicon Connect with STMicroelectronics and MI Equipment |
| 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM | Silicon Connect – Networking |
| 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Break |
| 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM | Precision at the Nanoscale: Building the Next Generation of Chips |
| 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM | Silicon Nexus: Malaysia × Japan — Connecting Semiconductor Ecosystems |
The opening day explores intelligent robotics, engineering tools, advanced semiconductor manufacturing and direct company engagement before concluding with a dedicated Malaysia–Japan ecosystem session.
Day 2 — Thursday, 15 October 2026
| Time | Session |
|---|
| 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Design at Scale: Taking Semiconductor Engineering to the Cloud |
| 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Session Title TBC |
| 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM | Silicon Connect with AT&S, SSMC and SanDisk |
| 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM | Silicon Connect – Networking |
| 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Break |
| 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM | Building a Chip: From Architecture to Tape-Out |
| 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM | Silicon Nexus: Malaysia × United Kingdom — Connecting Semiconductor and Deep-Tech Ecosystems |
Day 2 covers cloud and AI infrastructure for semiconductor engineering, company engagement, the IC design journey from architecture to tape-out and international ecosystem collaboration with the United Kingdom.
Day 3 — Friday, 16 October 2026
| Time | Session |
|---|
| 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM | Beyond Traditional EDA: New Tools for Next-Generation Chip Design |
| 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM | From Global Risk to Local Resilience: Strengthening Semiconductor Supply Chains |
| 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Silicon Connect with SMD, X-FAB and Melexis: Sarawak’s Semiconductor Industry, Big Opportunities & Big Money |
| 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM | Silicon Connect – Networking |
| 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM | Break / Friday Prayer |
| 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM | ASEM × Monash MoA Exchange |
Day 3 looks at next-generation semiconductor design tools, supply-chain resilience, company engagement and institutional collaboration.
Day 4 — Saturday, 17 October 2026
ChampionChip eXperience – Demo Day
| Time | Session |
|---|
| 10:00 AM – 10:05 AM | Opening Remarks |
| 10:05 AM – 10:15 AM | ChampionChip eXperience – Demo Day Briefing |
| 10:15 AM – 12:45 PM | ChampionChip eXperience – Demo & Pitch Session I |
| 12:45 PM – 1:00 PM | Time Buffer |
| 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Break |
| 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM | ChampionChip eXperience – Demo & Pitch Session II |
| 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Awards & Closing Ceremony |
The final day features the ChampionChip eXperience finalists presenting and demonstrating their solutions, followed by judging, awards and the closing ceremony.
FEATURED PROGRAMME FORMATS
| Programme | Description |
|---|
| Industry & Technical Sharing | Focused discussions on semiconductor technology, engineering, manufacturing and industry development |
| Silicon Connect | Company spotlight sessions followed by networking and direct engagement |
| Silicon Nexus | International ecosystem sessions connecting Malaysian and global semiconductor stakeholders |
| Technology Showcase | Opportunities to explore technologies, capabilities and practical industry applications |
| ChampionChip eXperience | Technical demonstrations and pitches showcasing emerging semiconductor talent and solutions |
INDUSTRY THEMES
| Theme | Areas Covered |
|---|
| Semiconductor Engineering | IC design, simulation, verification and engineering workflows |
| Manufacturing | Precision technologies, fabrication and advanced manufacturing |
| AI & Computing | AI, cloud, high-performance computing and intelligent systems |
| Design Technology | EDA, modelling, simulation and semiconductor design tools |
| Supply Chain | Resilience, localisation, supplier development and ecosystem readiness |
| Deep Tech | Commercialisation, technology adoption and industry scaling |
| International Collaboration | Technology partnerships, investment, R&D and market access |
CONNECT ACROSS THE SEMICONDUCTOR ECOSYSTEM
MSRD 2026 brings together stakeholders from across the semiconductor value chain.
| Audience | Opportunities |
|---|
| Companies | Showcase capabilities, share expertise and build industry connections |
| Industry Professionals | Discover technologies, perspectives and potential collaboration opportunities |
| Government & Agencies | Engage with companies and understand developments across the semiconductor ecosystem |
| International Partners | Build cross-border connections with Malaysian companies and ecosystem stakeholders |
| Media | Engage with the companies, programmes and developments shaping the industry |
INTERNATIONAL ECOSYSTEM ENGAGEMENT
Through Silicon Nexus, MSRD 2026 provides dedicated platforms for international semiconductor and deep-tech ecosystem engagement.
| Ecosystem | Focus |
|---|
| Malaysia × Japan | Technology, supply chains, investment, talent and market collaboration |
| Malaysia × United Kingdom | Semiconductor, AI and deep-tech collaboration, R&D, investment and market opportunities |
The current programme includes dedicated Malaysia–Japan engagement with JETRO and Malaysia–UK engagement with the British High Commission and UK ecosystem partners.
GOOD TO KNOW
| Topic | Information |
|---|
| Registration | Advance registration is recommended |
| Ticket Selection | Select the category that best represents your professional capacity |
| Industry Programme | This registration is intended for MSRD industry, stage and ecosystem activities |
| Recruitment | Participants primarily attending for career and recruitment opportunities should use the separate MSRD recruitment registration |
| Programme Status | The published programme is tentative and may be updated |
| Networking | Selected sessions include dedicated networking and direct industry engagement |
| Media | Media representatives should register through the dedicated Media ticket |
| Entry | Attendees may be required to present their registration QR code |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
| Question | Answer |
|---|
| Who should register through this page? | Industry professionals, government and agency representatives, and media attending MSRD for industry, technology and ecosystem activities. |
| What if I am primarily looking for a job? | Please register through the separate MSRD recruitment attendee page. |
| Are the Industry Programme and recruitment programme separate events? | No. Both form part of MSRD 2026, but the registration pathways are separated according to attendee purpose. |
| Which ticket should company representatives select? | Select Industry Professional. |
| Which ticket should government representatives select? | Select Government & Agency. |
| Which ticket should journalists or publications select? | Select Media. |
| Can I attend multiple days? | Yes, subject to the final event entry arrangements. |
| Does the programme include networking? | Yes. Selected Silicon Connect, Silicon Nexus and other sessions include networking and direct engagement opportunities. |
| Is the programme final? | No. The programme is tentative and may be updated as speakers, participating organisations and session arrangements are finalised. |