Bank of America opens new office at Merdeka 118, reinforcing commitment to Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR (May 13): Bank of America has opened its new office at Merdeka 118 here, underlining the bank’s long-term commitment to Malaysia.
118 Mall slated to open doors in August within Merdeka 118 precinct
PETALING JAYA (May 6): 118 Mall is on track to open this August, introducing a new retail and lifestyle destination at the base of Merdeka 118, the world’s second tallest building.
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Merdeka 118 is Malaysia's first MD Nexus building — here is what it means for rents, tenants and the race to stay relevant
PETALING JAYA (May 4): When Merdeka 118 was designated Malaysia's first building recognised under the MD (Malaysia Digital) Nexus category of the new Malaysia Digital Location Recognition (MDLR) framework in February, this year, most coverage treated it as a technology policy milestone.
Maybank sets May 6 for Merdeka 118 move, anchoring world’s second-tallest building
PETALING JAYA (April 21): After years of delays, false starts and construction hold-ups, Malayan Banking Bhd (Maybank) has put a firm date on one of the most consequential office relocations in Malaysian corporate history.
Menara Merdeka 118 receives Fire Certificate from JBPM, implements automated real-time fire monitoring system
PETALING JAYA (April 15): Menara Merdeka 118 has received its Fire Certificate (FC) from the Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia (JBPM), confirming that the 118-storey tower has met all fire safety requirements and compliance standards prescribed under Malaysian regulations.
Menara Merdeka 118 to be recognised for advancing fire safety standards
PETALING JAYA (April 10): Menara Merdeka 118 is set to be recognised by the Kuala Lumpur Fire and Rescue Department as the first building in Malaysia to implement the Automatic Fire Monitoring System (SPKA), marking a new benchmark in high-rise fire safety standards.
Menara Merdeka 118 becomes tallest building with WELL Core Platinum certification
PETALING JAYA (March 2): Menara Merdeka 118 has received Platinum level WELL Core Certification, making it the tallest building in the world to achieve the rating.
Developer of Merdeka 118, world's second-tallest building, names Izwan Hasli as CEO
Izwan Hasli succeeds Datuk Tengku Ab Aziz Tengku Mahmud, who had led the Merdeka 118 project since its inception in 2010.
PNB Merdeka Ventures completes RM6b sustainability sukuk issuance to fund Merdeka 118 project
PNBMV said the sukuk drew strong demand from over 40 investors, achieving a 1.
70% of Merdeka 118’s offices leased out; full development slated in 5 to 6 years
The office floors are equipped with Titanium and Low-E glass coatings to enhance cooling efficiency, underfloor air-conditioning systems that allow for flexible temperature management, and adaptive lighting systems designed to provide consistent illumination across workspaces.
