Johor

Johor Tops Residential Launches in 1Q2025 Amid Market Realignment The first quarter of 2025 highlights Johor’s continued dominance in Malaysia’s residential property market, with 3,194 new units launched, outpacing Selangor (2,129 units) and Negeri Sembilan (1,838 units), according to the National Property Information Centre (Napic). Despite a general dip in transaction volume and value from the...

Senai Airport City Powers Johor’s Rise as a High-Tech Industrial Hub Southern Malaysia is seeing a surge in economic momentum, and Senai Airport City (SAC) is at the heart of this transformation. This 1,099-hectare integrated industrial development, located in Johor, has rapidly emerged as a key investment magnet, with nearly RM8 billion in committed investments and about 160 investors onboard. As...

Haitian Group Begins Construction of RM3 Billion High-Tech Hub in Iskandar Malaysia Haitian Group, one of China’s leading industrial equipment manufacturers, officially broke ground today on Phase 1 of its regional manufacturing facilities at Eco Business Park II (EBP II), located in Iskandar Malaysia, Johor. The project marks the group's first venture in Malaysia, signalling growing confidence in Johor...

Arden by Astaka and Kimlun: Johor Bahru’s New Skyline Icon Breaks Ground Astaka Holdings Ltd and Kimlun Corp Bhd (KL:KIMLUN) have officially begun construction on Arden, a 68-storey luxury serviced residence in One Bukit Senyum, Johor Bahru. The landmark project, with a gross development value (GDV) of RM800 million, marks the first component of Phase 3 of the developer's flagship master plan and is...

Malaysian Property Market 2025: Key Trends and Insights The Malaysian property market is showing signs of stability and maturity as it enters a new phase marked by consistent growth, rising investor interest, and evolving buyer expectations. Recent data and expert opinions highlight the booming real estate market in Johor, the demand for ESG-compliant office spaces in Kuala Lumpur, and the sustained...

Tropicana Uplands: A Thriving Community in Iskandar Malaysia Tropicana Corporation Bhd continues to see strong demand for its latest developments within Tropicana Uplands, located in the international zone of Iskandar Malaysia. As of the first quarter of 2025, the commercial and residential phases—Summit Commercial Hub and Aster Heights—achieved a remarkable 100% take-up rate, while the newly launched...

UOA Development’s First Johor Bahru Project: A Strategic Expansion Beyond Klang Valley UOA Development Bhd (KL:UOADEV), a prominent name in Malaysia’s real estate sector, is set to make its first foray outside the Klang Valley with a new project in Johor Bahru. This strategic move is expected to enhance the company’s net asset value (NAV) and potentially boost its share price, despite the...

Lido Waterfront Boulevard: Johor's Future Smart City by Tropicana and SOM Tropicana Corporation Bhd has embarked on an ambitious journey to transform the 163-acre Lido Waterfront Boulevard (LIDO) in Johor into a dynamic, sustainable, and world-class metropolis. To realize this vision, Tropicana has appointed Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), a globally acclaimed architecture, engineering, and urban...

Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ): A Game-Changer for Regional Investment The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) is set to become a pivotal hub for cross-border investment, fostering collaboration between Malaysia and Singapore. Expected to be officially unveiled by the end of 2025, the JS-SEZ blueprint will serve as a comprehensive guide for investors, regulators, and the public....

Amberwood Resort Residences: Smart Living in the Heart of Larkin, Johor Bahru Three of Malaysia’s prominent developers — PIJ Property Development Sdn Bhd, Fiamma Holdings Bhd (KL:FIAMMA), and Chin Hin Group Property Bhd (KL:CHGP) — have officially launched Amberwood Resort Residences, a serviced apartment development designed for modern urban living with a smart-tech twist. The launch event took...