B. Braun Receives Prestigious AEO Recognition    

Bayan Lepas, Penang – B. Braun Medical Industries Sdn. Bhd. (BMI), a leading medical technology company, has been awarded the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) recognition at the 44th World Customs Day 2026, organised by the Royal Malaysian Customs Department. The event was held to honour organisations that demonstrate excellence in customs compliance and secure trade facilitation.

The award was presented by the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Dato' Seri Anwar Ibrahim, together with the Director General of Customs Malaysia, Datuk Wira Anis Rizana binti Mohd Zainudin, at a ceremony held on 26 January 2026.

BMI was distinguished as one of only three AEO-certified companies to receive the award this year. This honour highlights BMI’s steadfast commitment to upholding the highest standards of customs compliance, supply chain security, and operational integrity across its supply chain.

Commenting on the achievement, Mr. Lam Chee Hong, President, Asia Pacific, B. Braun said:

“Receiving the AEO recognition is a strong endorsement of our commitment to compliance, quality, and secure global operations. Guided by our vision to protect and improve the health of people around the world, compliance to international standards is not merely a regulatory requirement, it is a fundamental responsibility. This award reflects the dedication of our teams in safeguarding a resilient, efficient and trusted supply chain that enables us to reliably serve patients and healthcare professionals worldwide.”

Accepting the award on behalf of BMI were Mr. Loh Son Hing, General Manager, APAC Logistics and Ms. Zuliana Zakaria, Logistics Manager, BMI.

This milestone further reinforces BMI’s position as a trusted partner in the medical technology industry, and reflects the strong governance culture embedded across the organisation. It underscores B. Braun’s ongoing commitment to setting standards and advancing healthcare through responsible and secure global operations.

About B. Braun

B. Braun, one of the world’s leading medical technology companies with over 64,000 employees in 64 countries, aims to protect and improve the health of people around the world. As a true partner, we develop integrated solutions and set standards to improve health care. For more than 180 years, we have shaped health care with our pioneering spirit and groundbreaking contributions. Through Sharing Expertise and the power of technology, we drive advancements in health care. Our integrated solutions aim to make medical treatment more innovative, more efficient and more sustainable.

B. Braun Medical Industries in Penang, Malaysia is one of the Group’s largest production sites with over 7,300 employees. We produce healthcare solutions for world markets and advance education for medical practitioners through its world-renowned Aesculap Academy. B. Braun’s Regional Asia Pacific Headquarters is also in Penang. In Petaling Jaya, B. Braun Medical Supplies serves Malaysian healthcare professionals.

For more information, please contact:

Juanita Johari
Director, Head of Corporate Communications, AP
press.ap@bbraun.com