NES Security Door Marketing Sdn. Bhd. (NES), a leading Malaysian manufacturer of security and safety doors, has entered into a strategic partnership with Switzerland-based Skinrock AG to advance material innovation and expand international market reach.
The collaboration was formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed during the official launch of NES’s newly completed manufacturing facility in Klang. The event was officiated by Datuk Hanafi Sakri, deputy secretary-general (industry) of the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI).
The agreement marks a significant milestone for NES, as it leverages Skinrock’s global reputation for its ultra-thin, flexible natural stone veneers—materials widely used in premium architectural and interior design applications.
“By bringing together Skinrock’s expertise in natural stone technology with NES’s commitment to high-quality, design-driven production, this partnership lays the foundation for creating export-ready products that are both functional and architecturally unique,” said Hanafi in his keynote. “It reflects a growing confidence in the ability of Malaysian companies to deliver differentiated solutions for the global market.”
With its newly upgraded facility, NES has tripled its monthly production capacity—from 800 to 2,000 units—positioning the company to capitalise on Malaysia’s robust export-oriented manufacturing sector. In 2024, export-driven industries accounted for 70.1 per cent of total manufacturing sales, with a year-on-year increase of 7.1 per cent.
“Our sights are set on going public by 2028, with a market valuation target of RM400 million,” said Datuk Sri Dom Tee, founder of NES. “This MoU is a major milestone, but it is part of a much bigger journey. We’re not just building doors—we’re building a globally competitive brand.”
Under the MoU, both companies will explore collaboration in product integration, research and development, and international distribution. NES plans to incorporate Skinrock’s natural stone veneers into its upcoming product lines, including the launch of the NES x Skinrock brand and the ‘Master Craft’s Artist’ series—bespoke door designs created with local and international artists.
Ueli Stiffler, founder of Skinrock AG, said, “We’re excited to deepen our presence in South East Asia through this collaboration. Working with NES allows us to explore new applications and bring our material innovation to a broader market. We hope this inspires more cross-border partnerships between European and Malaysian industries.”
The strategic partnership supports NES’s 2025 export roadmap, targeting markets in Taiwan, the Philippines, and Australia, with further expansion planned into North America, South Asia, and the Middle East. NES aims to achieve RM45 million in annual export revenue by 2027, underpinned by a targeted annual growth rate of 20 per cent. 