IWG Unveils Signature Centre at Menara Merdeka 118, Elevating Hybrid Work in Kuala Lumpur
International Workplace Group (IWG) has officially launched its newest Signature centre in Menara Merdeka 118, marking a significant expansion in its premium flexible office offerings in Kuala Lumpur.
Located in Malaysia’s tallest skyscraper and one of the world’s tallest buildings, this new IWG location responds directly to rising demand for hybrid workspaces, offering a sophisticated address in a highly strategic business district.
“Merdeka 118 is a prime business hub and the ideal location to drive our expansion plans,” said IWG founder and CEO Mark Dixon.
A Landmark Location for a Global Workspace Brand
With this opening, IWG Signature Merdeka 118 becomes the group’s most iconic centre in Malaysia to date, further solidifying its partnership with Permodalan Nasional Bhd (PNB)—the owner of Merdeka 118.
This Signature centre marks the fourth IWG location within PNB-owned properties, following three existing centres in Kuala Lumpur and Johor. The collaboration with PNB aligns with IWG’s goal of delivering quality hybrid work solutions in prestigious locations.
“Through our collaboration with PNB, we are offering businesses a prestigious address in one of the world’s most sought-after locations,” Dixon added.
What’s Inside: IWG Signature’s Facilities at Merdeka 118
The new centre spans two full floors, offering a mix of corporate-grade amenities and customisable spaces designed to support businesses of all sizes.
Key features include:
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637 workstations
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31 coworking desks
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3 fully equipped meeting rooms
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A business lounge
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Dedicated branded office spaces
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Flexible lease terms and enterprise-level configurations
These offerings cater to everything from startups and SMEs to multinational corporations, particularly those adopting hybrid work models.
IWG’s Growing Presence in Malaysia
This launch expands IWG’s footprint to 45 centres across Malaysia, under its four core brands:
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Regus
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HQ
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Spaces
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Signature
In Kuala Lumpur alone, IWG now operates 16 centres, with four more in the pipeline for 2025. This reflects growing demand for premium workspaces that offer location flexibility, reduced overhead, and employee wellbeing.
Why Hybrid Workspaces Are Rising in KL
The opening of IWG Signature Merdeka 118 comes at a time when businesses in Malaysia are increasingly shifting toward hybrid work models — combining remote and in-office flexibility.
Key drivers include: ✅ Increasing demand for centralised, accessible locations
✅ Preference for cost-efficient, scalable offices
✅ Employee desire for better work-life balance and shorter commutes
✅ Emphasis on environmental sustainability in reducing daily travel
Merdeka 118’s central connectivity, iconic status, and world-class facilities make it an ideal location to support this shift — and IWG is perfectly positioned to capture that demand.
About Merdeka 118: Malaysia’s Tallest Tower
Rising 678.9 meters above Kuala Lumpur, Merdeka 118 is not just an engineering marvel—it’s a symbol of modern Malaysia’s economic ambition. Beyond commercial offices, the building includes:
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Retail zones
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Luxury hotel and observation decks
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Cultural and heritage integration via Stadium Merdeka precinct
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LEED and WELL-certified sustainability features
With the inclusion of IWG Signature, the tower now also serves as a flagship for flexible workspace innovation in Southeast Asia.
Final Thoughts: IWG Signature Merdeka 118 Brings the Future of Work to KL
The launch of IWG Signature Merdeka 118 not only enhances IWG’s brand prestige, but also signals growing investor and tenant confidence in hybrid working solutions.
For business owners, entrepreneurs, and multinational teams, it represents a unique chance to work from a global landmark, while benefiting from flexibility, sophistication, and scalable growth.
As Kuala Lumpur evolves into a regional business hub, premium flexible workspaces like this will continue to shape how people and companies operate — with IWG leading the way.
