Construction & development
Malaysian property news on Construction & development, in short summaries with a link to the original story.
- YTL Construction wins 3 construction industry awards
YTL Construction won three awards. Two awards were presented at MCIEA 2026.
- Taghill Secures RM166 Million Construction Contract For Commercial Development In Penang
Taghill Holdings Bhd has secured a RM166 million contract for a commercial development in George Town, Penang. The project includes two serviced apartment towers and retail space.
- Berjaya Construction to undertake Sanglang Port project
Berjaya Construction Bhd will undertake design-and-build works for the Sanglang Port project in Perlis. The project aims to enhance maritime connectivity.
- The rise of industrial business ecosystems in Malaysia
Malaysia's industrial future will be shaped by ecosystems around land supply. The nation is working towards the New Industrial Master Plan 2030.
- Pansar bags RM170.86m subcontract for Samalaju water project
Pansar Bhd's subsidiary Perbena Emas Sdn Bhd secured a RM170.86m subcontract. The subcontract is for civil and structural works in Samalaju, Sarawak.
- Aneka Jaringan Accepts LOA For RM53 Million For Bored Piling Works
Aneka Jaringan's subsidiary received a Letter of Award for RM53.35 million. The award is for bored piling works from EDP Consulting Group.
- GDB Holdings Clinches RM1.02 Billion Contract For Desa ParkCity Residential Development
GDB Holdings Bhd has secured a RM1.017 billion contract for a residential development in Desa ParkCity, Kuala Lumpur. The project involves two high-rise residential towers.
- ACE Market-bound SKA Capital unit accepts RM89.28m TNB-linked contracts
SKA Capital Bhd's subsidiary SKA Rekabina Sdn Bhd accepted six electricity distribution contracts worth RM89.28m. The contracts were awarded by Ibrahim & Sons Engineering Sdn Bhd.
- Malaysia well-placed to become regional logistics hub
Malaysia has the potential to become a regional logistics hub due to its strategic location and well-developed infrastructure. The country's good connectivity is also a key strength.
- Glomac: Rising construction costs hurting developers’ margins
Glomac's group managing director/CEO stated that rising construction costs are affecting developers. They cannot increase selling prices without impacting affordability, especially for residential properties.
- Kerjaya Prospek secures RM568.2m TNB substation contract
Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd has secured a contract to build a substation in Paka, Terengganu. The contract is worth RM568.2 million.
- Gentari, BYD Malaysia sign MoU to support deployment of BYD Flash Charging in Malaysia
Gentari and BYD Malaysia signed a MoU to collaborate on deploying high-power charging infrastructure. They will combine their expertise in EV charging networks and charging technologies.
- Building an integrated regional transport network
A plan is underway to develop the Eurasian-Asean Rail Corridor, covering road, rail, and inland waterways. This aims to strengthen trade links between Eurasia and Asean.
- Data centres drive construction digitalisation
Malaysia's data centres and industrial developments are driving demand for digitalisation in construction. Austrian ConTech company PlanRadar notes the need for tighter project controls and better coordination.
- KLIA Aeropolis: Why 8,537 Acres Could Become Malaysia’s Next Economic Powerhouse
The KLIA Aeropolis, spanning 8,537 acres, has gained attention due to the return of Formula One to Sepang. This area surrounding Kuala Lumpur International Airport is larger than Cyberjaya.
- Vestland Bags RM225 Million River Widening Contract In Kelantan
Vestland Bhd has secured a contract for river widening and structural works in Kelantan. The contract is worth RM225.07 million.
- IJM Awarded RM1.23 Billion Contract By AT&S To Build Facilities In Kulim
IJM Corporation Bhd has secured a RM1.23 billion contract from AT&S. The contract is for building manufacturing facilities at Kulim Hi-Tech Park in Kedah.
- RM83 Billion Allocation in Budget 2027 to Benefit Large-Cap Contractors
Budget 2027 allocates RM83 billion for development expenditure and RM11 billion for public-private partnerships. This is expected to benefit the construction sector.
- Negeri Sembilan Emerging As Important Industrial Hub But Competition Lurks
Negeri Sembilan is emerging as an industrial hub, with major data centre investments and industrial land availability. The state is being developed under Malaysia Vision Valley 2.0.
- Shaping our ‘third skin’ for well-being
GreenRe senior assessor Colin Timothy Santhakumar talks about sustainable residential design. He emphasizes occupant health, indoor air quality, and accessibility.
