Core Insights - DHL Express has upgraded its freighter aircraft on the Hong Kong-Penang route to a Boeing 767, increasing cargo capacity by 20 tons per flight [1][2] - The upgrade is in response to rising demand for time-sensitive shipments from technology and semiconductor manufacturers in Penang [2] - Penang has seen a significant manufacturing investment of approximately $3 billion in the first half of 2025, marking a 150% increase compared to the same period last year [3] Industry Context - Malaysia is ranked among the top 10 fastest-growing trading nations globally in the first half of 2025 and is identified by DHL Group as one of 20 markets with the highest growth potential [4] - The growth in Malaysia is attributed to global companies diversifying manufacturing from China, along with its strategic location, business-friendly environment, and good infrastructure [4] - The DHL GoTrade Summit 2025, held in Kuala Lumpur, underscores the importance of the Malaysian market to DHL [5]