Modern interpretation of kampung house
This article appeared in the April 9, 2026 issue of the monthly print edition.
Public projects to continue amid rising costs, with implementation scope adjustment — minister
KUALA LUMPUR (April 14): The government has assured that people-centric projects will proceed despite rising costs driven by the global energy crisis following the conflict in West Asia.
Mida Singapore sees growing investment interest into Johor
SINGAPORE (April 14): Johor continues to see a good traction of investment coming from Singapore, providing a seamless journey for investors looking to expand their businesses in the southern state, said the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (Mida).
Mitrajaya bags another data centre job from NEXTDC
KUALA LUMPUR (April 14): Mitrajaya Holdings Bhd (KL:MITRA) has secured another data centre-related construction contract in Kuala Lumpur from the Malaysian unit of Australia’s NEXTDC Ltd, this time valued at RM54 million.
Hydroshoppe, director seek to transfer bribery case to High Court
KUALA LUMPUR (April 14): Hydroshoppe Sdn Bhd and its director are seeking to transfer to the High Court the trial of a high-profile bribery case involving an offer of RM500,000 annually over 15 years in connection with the takeover of the Kuala Lumpur Tower (KL Tower) concession.
PTT Synergy to expand warehouse capacity with new automated hub in Elmina Business Park
KUALA LUMPUR (April 13): PTT Synergy Group Bhd (KL:PTT) is aiming to double its existing capacity as the construction firm expands its logistic business with a new purpose-built warehouse in Elmina Business Park.
Sime Darby Property launches industrial lots and factories at Elmina Business Park 2
ARA DAMANSARA (April 13): Sime Darby Property Bhd is expanding its industrial footprint across Northern Klang Valley with the maiden launch of Phases 1A and 1B, offering a total of 19 freehold industrial land lots, at Elmina Business Park 2.
Star Media invests nearly RM100 mil in unit trust fund focusing on Australian commercial office assets
KUALA LUMPUR (April 10): Star Media Group Bhd (KL:STAR) said it has subscribed to A$35.
Ecobuilt seeks foray into property development, trading of building materials
KUALA LUMPUR (April 13): Ecobuilt Holdings Bhd (KL:ECOHLDS) has proposed to diversify into property development as well as the trading of building materials, a move that the company expects to contribute at least 25% of its net profit in the future.
Nga assures housing projects nationwide will be completed on schedule despite energy crisis
TELUK INTAN (April 13): The Housing and Local Government Ministry (KPKT) has assured that housing projects nationwide will be completed on schedule despite facing the ongoing global energy crisis following the West Asia conflict.
