Mohd Jafni (left) carrying out a working visit to Johor Zoo recently. The Johor Zoo is currently carrying out upgrading works as part of state government’s broader vision to position the zoo as a flagship tourism destination ahead of Visit Johor Year 2026. With Visit Johor 2026 fast approaching, the state is investing heavily to…
Read MoreThe occupancy rate has improved in Kuala Lumpur following a demand for office space, particularly for modern, flexible spaces suited to hybrid work arrangements. —IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star 6.2% drop in property transactions due to market correction By Sulaiman Saheh Malaysia’s property market started 2025 on a mixed note, with strong construction activity continuing amid a…
Read MoreAn artist impression of Discovery City at IBTEC, which is certified under the five-Diamond Low Carbon Cities 2030 Challenge. JS-SEZ collaboration validates the group’s vision of integrated, future-proof ecosystems The Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) represents a watershed in Johor’s economic journey and a defining opportunity for JLand Group (JLG) to solidify its role as…
Read MoreOnn Hafiz explaining JS- SEZ updates to The Star news editor Nelson Benjamin. — THOMAS YONG/The Star Datuk Onn Hafiz gives an exclusive insight into the latest progress By Nelson Benjamin The newly established Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) has sparked significant excitement on both sides of the Johor Causeway since its launch early this…
Read MoreBINASTRA Corporation Bhd said that its wholly owned subsidiary, Binastra Builders Sdn Bhd, has accepted a RM268 million contract from TNJ Development Sdn Bhd for main building works of a proposed 45-storey suite apartment block in Jalan Segambut, Kuala Lumpur. The project comprises 1,269 residential units, podium parking, recreational facilities, and a guardhouse. Construction is…
Read MoreThe latest contract also marks another step in expanding Binastra’s presence in the Klang Valley. So far this year, the company has secured RM976.9 million worth of new contracts. KUALA LUMPUR (June 11): Binastra Corporation Bhd (KL:BNASTRA) on Wednesday said it has secured a contract worth RM268 million to build serviced apartments. The contract, involving…
Read More“Without a clear master plan led by the government, redevelopment risks becoming messy, disjointed, and even socially divisive,” said Mohamed Rafick. KUALA LUMPUR (June 11): The Kuala Lumpur Local Plan 2040 (KLLP2040) has been gazetted and comes into effect today. It will be officially launched by the Prime Minister on June 24. Kuala Lumpur Mayor…
Read MorePLUS, Yinson GreenTech to develop integrated retail and EV charging hub at Seremban R&R The EV hubs are designed to support Malaysia’s net-zero carbon emissions goal by 2050, as outlined in the National Energy Transition Roadmap, and will play a key role in reinforcing the country’s EV infrastructure network along key travel routes. KUALA LUMPUR…
Read MoreMaming Group appoints UCSI Binarestu as property manager for UC Square, future developments The move underscores Maming Group’s intent to ensure a professional standard of property management across its growing portfolio. KUALA LUMPUR (June 10): Maming Group, via its subsidiary Maming Development (UC) Sdn Bhd, has appointed UCSI Binarestu Sdn Bhd as the property manager…
Read MoreUnder the termination agreement, NMCSB must refund Radium its RM14 million deposit paid earlier, along with interest at a rate of 10% per annum, calculated daily. KUALA LUMPUR (June 10): Property developer Radium Development Bhd (KL:RADIUM) has decided to cancel its plan to jointly develop a plot of land in Kuala Lumpur with landowner N&M…
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