Join Malaysia's embodied AI and humanoid robotics community
Membership is open to organisations and individuals building, deploying, studying or supporting embodied intelligence in Malaysia.
Why join
What members get
Access the ecosystem
Meet researchers, suppliers, integrators, investors and end users through forums, the summit and the member directory.
Shape standards and policy
Contribute to position papers and industry input on safety, standards and national programmes.
Pilots and projects
Take part in industry challenge calls, pilot projects and joint research.
Insight and training
Technical seminars, market briefings and training courses at member rates.
Profile and recognition
A verified directory listing and a platform at MEIHA events.
ASEAN and international reach
Join trade and study missions and meet international partners and delegations.
Categories
Membership categories
Strategic Partner
Industry leaders that want to help set MEIHA’s direction and co-lead flagship programmes.
Fee: On application
Corporate Member
Companies that build, supply, integrate or use robotics and AI systems.
Fee: On application
SME & Startup Member
Small and early-stage companies developing embodied AI products or services.
Fee: On application
Institutional Member
Universities, research institutes, training providers and non-profit bodies.
Fee: On application
Professional Member
Engineers, researchers, founders and practitioners working in or moving into the field.
Fee: On application
Student Member
Full-time students at Malaysian institutions with an interest in robotics and AI.
Fee: On application
Benefits
Benefits by category
| Benefit | Strategic | Corporate | SME & Startup | Institutional | Professional | Student |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Member forums, seminars and newsletter | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Member rates for summit and training | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Join working groups | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | – |
| Verified directory listing | ● | ● | ● | ● | – | – |
| Industry challenge calls and pilot matching | ● | ● | ● | ● | – | – |
| Voting rights at General Meeting | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | – |
| Chair or co-chair a working group | ● | ● | – | ● | – | – |
| Seat on the Advisory Panel | ● | – | – | – | – | – |
| Co-lead a flagship programme | ● | – | – | – | – | – |
| Internships and student challenges | – | – | – | – | – | ● |
Apply
Apply for membership
Tell us about your organisation. The Secretariat will reply with the application form, fees and next steps.
Enquire
Send the form below with your organisation’s details and the category you are interested in.
Apply
Complete the application form the Secretariat sends you, with supporting documents.
Review
The Secretariat checks eligibility and the Executive Council approves the application.
Onboard
Receive your welcome pack, join working groups and meet the community.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to build humanoid robots to join?
No. MEIHA covers the whole field of embodied AI: humanoids, mobile robots, manipulators, AI software, components, integration and end use. Companies that plan to adopt robots are especially welcome.
Can foreign companies join?
Yes. Organisations based outside Malaysia with an interest in the Malaysian market or in collaborating with Malaysian partners can apply.
Which category suits a university research group?
Institutional membership covers the university or institute. Individual researchers can also join as Professional Members.
How do working groups operate?
Each working group is led by a chair from the membership, meets regularly, and produces outputs such as position papers, use-case libraries, events and project proposals.
Is MEIHA a government body?
No. MEIHA is an independent, member-led association. It works with government agencies to support national goals for robotics and AI.