Daikin Malaysia Establishes Joint Venture for AHU Manufacturing in Taiwan
Taiwan: Daikin Malaysia Sdn. Bhd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Daikin Industries, Ltd., has partnered with Hotai Development Co., Ltd., its Taiwanese distributor, and LEADING Electric & Machinery Co., Ltd., a Taiwanese manufacturer of industrial HVAC equipment, to establish a joint venture for manufacturing air handling units (AHUs) in Taiwan. The new facility, located in Changhua County, commenced operations in the month of January 2025. Established in 1981, LEADING provides extensive expertise in producing chillers and AHUs for semiconductor applications, bolstered by its in-house component production and maintenance services.
The joint venture aims to meet the growing demand for advanced HVAC solutions in Taiwan's semiconductor sector, driven by rising global digitalization and IT advancements. By integrating Daikin's global production know-how with LEADING's semiconductor-specific expertise, the company plans to deliver AHUs tailored to the stringent requirements of this market. Future plans include expanding into high-specification applications, such as data centers, while addressing energy efficiency and decarbonization goals.
Source: Daikin Media