Johor

NTT Data Group’s Ambitious Data Centre Campus in Johor Bahru NTT Data Group, a global leader in business and technology services, has announced its latest venture: the acquisition of a 27.72-hectare parcel of land in Gelang Patah, Johor Bahru. This site will house one of the largest data centre campuses in the Asia-Pacific region, underscoring NTT Data’s commitment to expanding its footprint in...

Tropicana Unveils Skypark Kepler by Banyan Group at Lido Waterfront Boulevard, Johor Tropicana Corp Bhd has introduced its first luxurious and branded residence, Skypark Kepler by Banyan Group, located within the 163-acre Lido Waterfront Boulevard in Johor. The project, developed on a 4-acre site, boasts a gross development value (GDV) of RM2.1 billion and reflects Tropicana’s commitment to creating...

Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS Link: A New Era of Cross-Border Connectivity The Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link, a joint initiative by Malaysia and Singapore, is gearing up for its next phase as RTS Operations Pte Ltd (RTSO) prepares to begin rail systems installation by the end of 2024. This landmark project, aimed at revolutionizing cross-border travel, is on track to connect Bukit...

Malaysia’s Strategic Push to Attract High-Net-Worth Family Offices In a strategic move aimed at bolstering economic growth and driving high-value investments, Malaysia is setting its sights on attracting affluent local and foreign individuals with assets under management (AUM) ranging from RM500 million to RM1.2 billion. Over the next five years, this initiative is expected to generate substantial local...

Sunway Construction Group Bhd (KL) has further strengthened its project portfolio with the awarding of an additional RM347 million contract for tenant improvement works (TIWs) at the Sedenak Tech Park (STeP) data centre project in Johor. This strategic move, confirmed through SunCon’s bourse filing on Wednesday, signifies the project's elevated value, now reaching a cumulative RM3.5 billion from the...

Discover the Vision Behind Lido Waterfront Boulevard in Johor Lido Waterfront Boulevard, Tropicana Corp Bhd’s ambitious new project, promises to transform Johor’s skyline and enhance its appeal as a thriving, international city. Launched on October 30, this 163-acre master development marks a significant milestone in Tropicana’s vision for luxury, sustainable living. With an official groundbreaking...

UEM Sunrise Bhd’s (KL) Renewable Energy (RE) Industrial Park in Gerbang Nusajaya, Iskandar Puteri, Johor, is gaining significant interest from China-based companies keen to set up manufacturing facilities in Malaysia. Companies such as China Machinery Engineering Wuxi (CMEC Wuxi) Co Ltd, Wuxi Longmax Technology Co Ltd (Longmax), Gotion, Hopewind, and Huasun have expressed interest in becoming RE...

The number of Singaporean visitors to Johor has seen a steady improvement since the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) was implemented on October 1, according to local business groups. While the crowd hasn’t returned to pre-pandemic levels, there is a noticeable day-by-day increase in visitors. Roland Lim, president of the Johor Baru Business and Hawker Association, noted that although the numbers have yet to...

The Johor state government has introduced several strategies to manage the anticipated increase in property values in Johor Bahru as a result of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ). Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi highlighted that ensuring equitable benefits for all residents is a key challenge in the implementation of the JS-SEZ, particularly with the expected rise in real estate...

Singaporean Visitors Return to Johor After Initial Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) Concerns After a brief slowdown due to uncertainty around the enforcement of Malaysia's Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP), Singaporean visitors have begun to return to Johor in increasing numbers. Live camera feeds and apps like Beat The Jam showed significant traffic queues at the Causeway and Second Link in Tuas, with waiting times...