SITE PROGRESS: G’Vinton (Sep 2024)
admin SITE PROGRESS: G’Vinton (Sep 2024) About G’Vinton A serviced residence development by GSD Land in George Town. The project spans approximately 1 acre and is strategically positioned between Ambank and…
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Bandar Cassia Technology Park on track for 2026 completion
Bandar Cassia Technology Park on track for 2026 completion The construction of the Bandar Cassia Technology Park (BCTP) is on track, with full completion expected by 2026, according to Penang…
Batu Kawan Bridge set to open next month
Batu Kawan Bridge set to open next month The much-anticipated Batu Kawan Bridge, located near Batu Kawan Stadium, is expected to open to the public in October, according to Penang…
SITE PROGRESS: Orange Industrial Park (Sep 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: Orange Industrial Park (Sep 2024) About Orange Industrial Park A light industrial park development by Tah Wah Group at Chain Ferry, Butterworth. Located near prime industrial areas in…
MBSP to increase assessment rate for Seberang Perai Properties in 2025
The Seberang Perai City Council (MBSP) has announced a revision to property assessment rates, effective January 1, 2025. This adjustment will see an increase of up to 5%, based on…
New urban renewal bill to lower consent thresholds for redevelopment
The government will draft a new bill on urban development, which will among others set “consent thresholds” for redevelopment. Presently, redeveloping a building requires a hundred per cent approval from…
Benchmark Precision Technologies opens fourth facility in Batu Kawan
Benchmark Precision Technologies opens fourth facility in Batu Kawan Benchmark Precision Technologies has officially expanded its operations in Penang with the opening of its fourth manufacturing facility. The new facility,…
ELNA PCB expands operations in Penang with new facility
ELNA PCB expands operations in Penang with new facility ELNA PCB (M) Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Global Brands Manufacture under the PSA Group, has officially opened its second facility…
Tesla expands in Penang with new service centre, V4 supercharger, and vehicle deliveries
Tesla expands in Penang with new service centre, V4 supercharger, and vehicle deliveries Tesla Malaysia has made a significant move to strengthen its presence in the northern region with the…
Ventus & Tradesmen – Soft Launch (14 & 15 Sep 2024)
Ventus & Tradesmen – Soft Launch (14 & 15 Sep 2024) Jayamas Property Group is delighted to announce a soft launch event for the Ventus and Tradesmen project this weekend…
Penang ranks fourth in unsold properties in 1H2024
Penang recorded 2,400 unsold residential units in the first half of 2024 (1H2024), placing it fourth among states with the highest property overhang, according to the National Property Information Centre’s…
Malaysia’s property market hits record high in 1H2024
Malaysia’s property market achieved a significant milestone in the first half of 2024 (1H2024), with total transaction value exceeding RM105 billion from 198,906 recorded transactions. This marks the highest growth…
SJK (C) Aik Hua’s relocation to Sungai Ara a strategic move
SJK (C) Aik Hua’s relocation to Sungai Ara a strategic move The relocation of SJK (C) Aik Hua from its historic location on Muntri Street in George Town to Sungai…
Ventus & Tradesmen | Penang Property Talk
Ventus & Tradesmen Ventus & Tradesmen, an innovative investment project by Jayamas Property, is a versatile 3-in-1 property located in Batu Maung, Penang. It is an integrated development which includes…
Taman Tanah Aman’s exciting new phase now open for registration
Experience an exciting new phase of landed homes nestled among the serene hills of the mature, ultra-low-density neighbourhood of Taman Tanah Aman in Bukit Mertajam, Penang. The upcoming phase offers…
BNM maintains OPR at 3%, citing strong economic performance
BNM maintains OPR at 3%, citing strong economic performance Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has decided to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 3% following the latest Monetary Policy Committee…
SITE PROGRESS: D’ Starlingtton (Sep 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: D’ Starlingtton (Sep 2024) About D’ Starlingtton A 29-storey condominium development by Wismas Dayamas Sdn. Bhd. (GSD Land) in Teluk Kumbar, covering 4.5 acres along Jalan Teluk Kumbar,…
Scott @ Logan | Penang Property Talk
Scott @ Logan, a commercial development by Advance Golden Properties Sdn. Bhd. in the heart of George Town. Situated on Jalan Logan, directly across the road from Logan Ville apartment,…
1926 Heritage Hotel Penang to reopen in 2026 after RM20 million facelift
The historic 1926 Heritage Hotel Penang, located on Burma Road, is set to reopen in 2026, coinciding with its 100th anniversary. This reopening follows a significant RM20 million refurbishment project,…
Penang Port Commission issued RFP for the development of Tanjung City Marina site
Penang Port Commission issued RFP for the development of Tanjung City Marina site The Penang Port Commission (PPC) has issued a request for proposal (RFP) for the development of its…
INFINITY8 opens first co-working space in Penang
INFINITY8, a leading co-working space provider, has officially launched its first co-working space in Penang, marking the company’s expansion into the northern region of Malaysia. Named INFINITY8 Reserve George Town,…
PDCP to launch ‘New Talent Housing’ in 2025
A new affordable housing scheme called ‘New Talent Housing’ (Rumah Bakat Baru) is scheduled to be launched next year (2025) by PDC Properties Sdn Bhd (PDCP), a subsidiary of Penang…
Serene Villas @ Sunway Wellesley
Sunway Wellesley Serene Villas offers an unparalleled residential experience in Bukit Mertajam, with a gated and guarded community that redefines modern contemporary living. Nestled within a vibrant neighbourhood, residents are…
E&O targets RM1 billion in property sales for FY2025
The Lume @ Andaman Island, Penang by E&O Eastern & Oriental Bhd is bullish on the Penang market, where it is based, and anticipates better property sales in its current…
Mooncake Festival Celebration with Paramount Property
Mooncake Festival Celebration with Paramount Property This Mid-Autumn, let’s have a fun day out with your loved ones at Paramount Property Gallery! Drop by and enjoy light refreshments, exciting activities…
28 Lifestyle Hub | Penang Property Talk
28 Lifestyle Hub Introducing 28 Lifestyle Hub: The Heart of Alma’s Vibrant Community The proposed 28 Lifestyle Hub is set to become the newest centerpiece in the well-established neighborhood of…
SITE PROGRESS: Maldives Residences (Aug 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: Maldives Residences (Aug 2024) About Maldives Residences A residential development by Ideal Property Group at Bayan Lepas. Strategically located along Jalan Sungai Tiram 6, just across the road…
Penang Hill Cable Car project progresses with key construction milestones
The Penang Hill Corporation (PHC) is accelerating its efforts to complete the initial phase of hoarding works at the key sites involved in the highly anticipated Penang Hill Cable Car…
Penang set to see 10 more hotels to cater to rising number of tourists
Penang is set to see 10 new hotels with 4,000 rooms over the next few years as the state continues to attract more tourists, said Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow.…
Unlock modern living with Cassia Cempaka: Jiwa Merdeka Promotion!
Unlock modern living with Cassia Cempaka: Jiwa Merdeka Promotion! Cassia Cempaka, the latest landed residential development by PDC Properties, is nestled in the thriving township of Batu Kawan. This project…
PDC Properties enriching lives and shaping communities
PDC Properties Sdn. Bhd. (PDCP), a prominent subsidiary developer under the esteemed Penang Development Corporation (PDC), has been at the forefront of transforming the real estate landscape in Penang. With…
The Bayana: A new era of lifestyle and dining in Penang’s industrial heart
Penang is set to welcome its latest lifestyle destination, The Bayana, an innovative project poised to enhance the ecosystem of the Bayan Lepas Industrial Zone. The Bayana comprises three key…
Floating solar farm being considered for Penang Harbour
Picture for illustration only A floating solar farm – one large enough to power 6,000 homes – is being considered for Penang’s harbour. Its primary purpose is to supply cruise…
RM30mil to upgrade 12 markets, hawker sites on Penang Island
RM30mil to upgrade 12 markets, hawker sites on Penang Island Penang Island City Council (MBPP) has allocated RM30mil for the renovation and upgrade of at least 12 markets, food complexes…
FREE Health Screening at PDC Sales Gallery Batu Kawan
FREE Health Screening at PDC Sales Gallery Batu Kawan Join PDC Properties this Saturday, 24th August, for an exclusive event! Get ready to explore exciting Batu Kawan projects with exclusive,…
Food Bayana – Malaysia’s first semi-automated food hub in Bayan Lepas
The two-storey food court at the Bayan Lepas Free Industrial Zone, known as Food Bayana, represents a significant leap into the future where technology, innovation, and sustainability converge. Led by…
Welcome to Senze@PICC: Where You Truly Belong
Discover the next chapter of Penang International Commercial City (PICC) with Senze@PICC— the Fully-Furnished Smart Urbanite Home, perfectly situated in the heart of this vibrant community. With direct link bridges…
The Light City to Host JdV by Hyatt and Galaxy Minyoun Hotel
Penang’s hospitality scene is on the brink of a significant transformation with the upcoming launch of two prestigious hotels, JdV by Hyatt and Galaxy Minyoun Penang The Light City Hotel.…
Hunza Group celebrates the completion of TreeO affordable homes
The first affordable homes by Hunza Group, TreeO at Sungai Ara, has finally been awarded the Certificate of Completion and Compliance (CCC). An exclusive media tour was held earlier today…
Garden Superlink Phase 4 – Spacious homes with private garden at Jesselton Hills
Embrace the comfort of the spacious Garden Superlink Homes with own private garden in Jesselton Hills, Alma. Last Opportunity!! Garden Superlink Phase 4 is the ultimate phase of Garden Superlink…
Temporary motorcycle lane closure of Tun Dr LCE Expressway
IJM Land Berhad (IJM Land), the developer of The Light project, has announced that there will be a temporary motorcycle lane closure on Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway from…
First factory expected on Silicon Island by 2027
The Penang government is setting the stage for a significant industrial expansion with the development of Silicon Island, a sprawling 2,300-acre reclaimed land project located off the southern coast of…
Plans to turn Pulau Jerejak into eco-extreme sports island
The Penang Forestry Department, in collaboration with the Penang State Sports Council (MSNPP), is exploring the possibility of transforming Pulau Jerejak into an eco-extreme sports island, according to the department’s…
SITE PROGRESS: Foreshore Residence (Aug 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: Foreshore Residence (Aug 2024) About Foreshore Residence A mixed development by Tanjung Villa Development Sdn. Bhd. (a subsidiary of Tah Wah Group) in the heart of George Town.…
Residensi Rambai Indah | Penang Property Talk
Residensi Rambai Indah, an affordable housing development in Bukit Mertajam. Undertaken by JSC Infrabina Sdn. Bhd, this development is located along Jalan Betek, next to Woodlands Park affordable housing scheme…
Authorities conduct a sudden inspection of the Air Itam-Tun Dr LCE Expressway bypass project
Following complaints received from the residents in Island Glades over the dust issue from the bypass project in the neighbourhood, a sudden inspection from the authorities was carried out by…
E&O Group unveils The Lume
E&O Group yesterday announced the launch of The Lume, its latest luxury development on Andaman Island, Penang. This new project, situated in the prestigious Shoreline district, sets a new benchmark…
SITE PROGRESS: Ventus & Tradesmen (Aug 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: Ventus & Tradesmen (Aug 2024) | Penang Property Talk About Ventus & Tradesmen A mixed commercial development by Jayamas Pintar Sdn. Bhd. at Batu Maung.…
The Lume @ Andaman Island
The Lume @ Andaman Island The Lume is a 49-storey luxury residential condominium situated on Andaman Island. Developed by the esteemed Eastern & Oriental Berhad (E&O), this project highlights meticulous…
New housing projects must have 1 or 2 blocks of Madani units
All future housing projects must allocate one or two blocks for affordable Madani units to help lower-income groups own homes, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said the…
Penang’s GDP grows 3% to RM116bil in 2023
Penang recorded a growth of 3.3%, increasing its gross domestic product (GDP) to RM116 billion in 2023 from RM112.3 billion in 2022, said the statistics department. Chief statistician Uzir Mahidin…
PROPOSED: Bukit Mertajam / PPB Hartabina Sdn. Bhd.
Proposed landed residential development by PPB Hartabina Sdn. Bhd. at Bukit Mertajam. The site is strategically located along Jalan Bukit Tengah, near SJKC Peng Bin. It offers easy access to…
SITE PROGRESS: Mertajam Heights (Aug 2024)
About Mertajam Heights A residential development in the heart of Bukit Mertajam. Strategically located along Jalan Ciku, immediately opposite Ng Yam Huat food court with an abundance of essential amenities…
HSBC’s Legacy: A catalyst for Penang’s growth and global connectivity
International banks like HSBC play a crucial role in supporting Penang’s growth, says Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. Speaking at the HSBC Malaysia Anniversary Dinner to commemorate its 140th anniversary…
Marriott Executive Apartments debuts in Gurney Drive
Marriott Executive Apartments, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s expansive global portfolio, has announced its grand debut in Penang with the opening of Marriott Executive Apartments Penang. Situated in the esteemed Gurney…
Lumina Residence | Penang Property Talk
Lumina Residence, a luxury residential development by Unicorn Solute Sdn. Bhd. (VST Group) in heart of George Town. Located on approximately 3.4 acres of land, located near the intersection of…
SITE PROGRESS: Ideal Venice Residency (Jul 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: Ideal Venice Residency (Jul 2024) About Ideal Venice Residency The second phase of PR1MA affordable housing development by Ideal Property Group at Island Glades. Strategically located near the…
Garden Villas – New launch of 2-storey semi-detached at Jesselton Hills
Garden Villas – New launch of 2-storey semi-detached at Jesselton Hills Introducing 62 new units of 2-storey semi-detached homes by Wing Tai. Show units viewing by appointment! Garden Villas is…
Plexus breaks ground on new “Plexus Bridgeview” facility in Batu Kawan
Plexus Corp., a global leader in creating products that build a better world, celebrated a significant milestone with the groundbreaking of its sixth facility in Penang. The new state-of-the-art facility,…
Ideal Property Group handover new school buildings at Pusat Pendidikan Al-Itqan
Ideal Property Group handover new school buildings at Pusat Pendidikan Al-Itqan Ideal Property Group announced the completion and handover of new school buildings at Pusat Pendidikan Al-Itqan in Teluk Kumbar.…
Northern TechValley | Penang Property Talk
Slated for the second half of 2024, this ambitious 176-acre project boasts a gross development value of RM1 billion. Located within the vicinity of Kubang Semang, near Suling Hill, Northern…
Sunway Property records RM 1.1b bookings Signature Series 2024 Campaign
Sunway Property’s Signature Series 2024 campaign has made headlines with a significant RM 1.1 billion in bookings across 14 properties nationwide, marking a third consecutive year of growth. Among the…
Penang Bridge closures for Penang Fellowship Ride – Bridge to Bridge 2024
Penang Bridge closures for Penang Fellowship Ride – Bridge to Bridge 2024 Both bridges in Penang connecting the mainland and the island will be temporarily closed in stages this Sunday…
Visit PDC Sales Gallery at Batu Kawan this Saturday (27 July) for free gifts!
Visit PDC Sales Gallery at Batu Kawan this Saturday (27 July) for free gifts! You are cordially invited to Meet & Greet PDC Properties on this Saturday, 27 July to…
GBS By The Sea to house 3 prominent design & development centres
Penang is set to strengthen its position as a global hub for Integrated Circuit (IC) Design and Digital Technologies with the upcoming completion of GBS By The Sea. Scheduled for…
Public feedback sought for Penang South Island 2050 Local Plan
The preliminary publicity programme for the Penang South Island 2050 Local Plan (RTPSI 2050) is now open for public viewing, starting today and continuing for a week. This initiative, held…
SITE PROGRESS: Cassia Cempaka (July 2024)
About Cassia Cempaka Landed residential development by PDC Properties Sdn. Bhd. in Bandar Cassia. Strategically located along Jalan Batu Kawan, neighboring Batu Kawan Police Station and Fire & Rescue Station.…
OSK Property will launch its newest Affordable Housing Development in Butterworth
Are you searching for the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and affordable dream home in Butterworth? OSK Property will be launching its latest development soon — a meticulously planned affordable…
Aurea @ Eco Sun | Penang Property Talk
Aurea @ Eco Sun Introducing Eco Sun, a premier 74.4-acre mixed-development by EcoWorld, situated in Batu Kawan, Penang’s rapidly growing third satellite city. This strategic location provides seamless access to…
SITE PROGRESS: Lucerne Residences (July 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: Lucerne Residences (July 2024) About Lucerne Residences The final phase of residential development by Ideal Property Group at Ideal Vision Park in Bayan Lepas. It is just a…
Malaysia’s property sector shows strong performance in 1H24
Malaysia’s property sector has demonstrated commendable mid-year performance, signalling a promising trajectory for the industry fuelling by strategic developments and growing investor interest, according to Knight Frank Malaysia. Its group…
Berjaya Land unveils Jesselton Courtyard: A new pinnacle of luxurious living in Penang
Berjaya Land Development Sdn. Bhd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Berjaya Land Berhad, proudly announces the pre-launch of its latest premium residential development, Jesselton Courtyard at Jesselton Selatan. This exclusive project…
The master planner of modern townships
The Penang Development Corporation (PDC) has significantly impacted Penang’s industrial growth, transcending job creation and attracting Foreign Direct Investments (FDIs). The corporation has played a pivotal role as the master…
Marina City | Penang Property Talk
Marina City Marina City, a new commercial development in Permatang Tinggi, undertaken by Aroma Development Sdn. Bhd. It is strategically located along Jalan Permatang Tinggi, just a few hundred meters…
SITE PROGRESS: Havana Beach Residences (July 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: Havana Beach Residences (July 2024) About Havana Beach Residences Affordable housing development by Ideal Property Group at Bayan Lepas. Strategically located near Jalan Tun Dr. Awang, less than…
AFFORDABLE: Paya Terubong / Sunrich Conquest Sdn. Bhd.
A proposed affordable housing development by Sunrich Conquest Sdn. Bhd. in Paya Terubong, located near Jalan Bukit Kukus, just a stone’s throw away from Asia Heights apartment. It is approximately…
Upward momentum likely for property players
The local property sector is poised for significant growth, driven by macroeconomic factors and thematic plays, analysts say. TA Research said the rise in developers’ share prices is more than…
SITE PROGRESS: Wellspring Residences (July 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: Wellspring Residences (July 2024) About Wellspring Residences A high-rise residential development by Airmas Group in Butterworth. Located near Jalan Telaga Air, next to Telaga Emas Apartment by the…
Silicon Island: Leading the charge towards sustainable urban development
Silicon Island reclamation works ongoing as of June 2024. (Source: The Star) Penang Silicon Island, an ambitious reclamation project that is garnering international acclaim for its innovative approach to urban…
Restored Fort Cornwallis moat to reopen to the public in July 2025
Penangites and visitors can now look forward to visiting the long-awaited reinstated moat at Fort Cornwallis, scheduled for full completion in July next year. The milestone is a testament to…
SITE PROGRESS: Ceria D’ Eco Horizon (July 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: Ceria D’ Eco Horizon (July 2024) About Ceria D’ Eco Horizon Ceria D’ Eco Horizon is a serviced apartment by Eco Horizon Sdn. Bhd. in Batu Kawan. Located…
Construction of the new Teluk Kumbar market complex is expected to begin November
The Penang Island City Council (MBPP) is in the process of procuring the construction of a public market complex in Teluk Kumbar. Its mayor Datuk A. Rajendran said the purpose…
Marriott International and Ideal Property to launch ‘Marriott’-branded development at Queens Waterfront
Marriott International Inc. has announced a significant new development in collaboration with Ideal Property Group to bring the Penang Marriott Hotel Queens Waterfront and Marriott Residences Queens Waterfront to Penang…
People’s Choice Awards return for 11th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty
PropertyGuru Group, Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, is delighted to present the return of the highly anticipated People’s Choice Awards as part of the 11th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia…
Discover Muze@PICC: Redefining luxury in Penang
Muze@PICC, the premier luxury development within Penang International Commercial City (PICC), was completed in August 2023. This iconic project, featuring the tallest smart residential building in Northern Malaysia, redefines the…
Hijauan Jernih | Penang Property Talk
Hijauan Jernih Hijauan Jernih, a landed residential development by Asas Dunia Berhad, situated within the serene Tokun township in Bukit Mertajam. This gated housing community is conveniently located off Jalan…
Penang Island-Mainland rail bridge will be the 2nd sea-crossing rail connection in South-East Asia
Penang Island-Mainland rail bridge will be the 2nd sea-crossing rail connection in South-East Asia Penang is gearing up for a significant infrastructural leap with the proposed third link between Penang…
SITE PROGRESS: Mezzo @ The Light City (Jun 2024)
About Mezzo @ The Light City The first residential project at The Light City – a large-scale 32.76 acre integrated mixed-use waterfront development by IJM Perennial Development in Gelugor, Penang.…
Penang Hill cable car project breaks ground
In a landmark event heralding a new chapter for Penang’s iconic landscape, the groundbreaking ceremony for the Penang Hill Cable Car project was recently held at the Penang Botanic Gardens.…
Major water supply projects to meet rising demand
The Penang Water Supply Corporation (PBAPP) is undertaking four major water supply engineering projects this year to address Penang’s increasing water demand. PBAPP’s chief executive officer K. Pathmanathan, stated that…
SITE PROGRESS: Sanctuary Suria (Jun 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: Sanctuary Suria (Jun 2024) About Sactuary Suria The 6th phase of residential development at Permatang Sanctuary by IJM in Alma, Bukit Mertajam. Located along Lorong Santuari 25 &…
PROPOSED: Bukit Mertajam / CMC Premier Land Sdn. Bhd.
PROPOSED: Bukit Mertajam / CMC Premier Land Sdn. Bhd. A proposed strata development by CMC Premier Land Sdn. Bdh. at the ever-bustling township of Alma in Bukit Mertajam. Strategically located…
New Immigration depot in Jawi set to complete in July
Source: Malay Mail The construction of the Jawi Immigration Detention Depot and Quarters, which was delayed for five years, has now reached 98 percent progress and is expected to be…
SITE PROGRESS: Terraces Condominium (Jun 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: Terraces Condominium (Jun 2024) About Terraces Condominium A highrise residential development by IJM Land at Bukit Jambul, Penang. Strategically located on 9.32 acres of land next to INTI…
SITE PROGRESS: Sanctuary Row (Jun 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: Sanctuary Row (Jun 2024) About Sactuary Row A freehold commercial development at Permatang Sanctuary by IJM in Bukit Mertajam. Located along Jalan Santuari 2, right across the road…
Penang finalizes Mutiara LRT alignments, construction to start soon
Penang finalizes Mutiara LRT alignments, construction to start soon The Penang state government has selected the best alignment for the Penang Mutiara Line Light Rail Transit (LRT) project, as proposed…
D’Aleena @ Taman Perda Permai
D’Aleena @ Taman Perda Permai D’Aleena, is part of a proposed 380-acre mixed development by Maple Meadow Sdn. Bhd., located in Kubang Menerang, Tasek Gelugor. Situated along Jalan Kubang Menerang,…
MBSP to host ‘Meet the Customer Day’ for house renovation approvals
Seberang Perai City Council (MBSP) will organise a ‘Program Mesra Pelanggan’ (Meet the Customer Day) on June 30 (Sunday) at Taman Ara Jaya community hall in Ara Kuda, Tasek Gelugor.…
CM discusses key infrastructure projects with Finance Minister II
CM discusses key infrastructure projects with Finance Minister II Source: Facebook In a recent Facebook post, the Penang Chief Minister announced a fruitful discussion with Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Seri…
MBPP opens online applications for market stalls
MBPP opens online applications for market stalls Online applications for renting stalls at Penang Island City Council (MBPP) markets, food complexes, and hawker sites for June is now open from…
EMC has begun construction of its first southeast asian manufacturing plant in Penang
Source: Facebook Elite Material Co. Ltd. (EMC), headquartered in Taiwan, has begun construction of its first Southeast Asian manufacturing plant in Penang Science Park North (PSPN). The plant will focus…
Terraces Condominium | Penang Property Talk
Terraces Condominium Terraces Condominium, the latest residential development by IJM Land in Bukit Jambul, Penang. Strategically located on a 9.32 acres land next to INTI International College. It is just…
Don’t open another can of worms with urban renewal law
By Datuk Chang Kim Loong Is the Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) capable of monitoring and taking on the challenge of the proposed Urban Renewal Act in the…
Revamped MM2H now open for applications
The revamped Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme, requiring agents and overseas counterparts to register, is now open for applications, says Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing. The Tourism, Arts and…
SITE PROGRESS: GEM Residences (Jun 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: GEM Residences (Jun 2024) About GEM Residences GEM Residences, a commercial development by Belleview Group at Prai, Penang. It is part of the company’s 6 hectares mixed development…
SJK(C) Boon Beng seeks funds for infrastructure projects
Due to a significant increase in pupil enrollment over the years, SJK(C) Boon Beng in Sungai Bakap is currently raising funds to build a new school building and multipurpose hall.…
AFFORDABLE: Bukit Mertajam / PTL Properties Sdn. Bhd.
AFFORDABLE: Bukit Mertajam / PTL Properties Sdn. Bhd. A newly proposed affordable housing development by PTL Properties Sdn. Bhd. in Bukit Mertajam. Strategically located near the ever bustling Jalan Song…
Why Penang chooses elevated LRT over other public transport options
Over the years, the Penang State Government has evaluated various public transport systems, such as Light Rail Transit (LRT), Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), Autonomous Rail Rapid Transit (ART), and on-ground…
Penang undertakes RM10mil maintenance of high-risk slopes to ensure road safety
Twelve high-risk slopes that were identified by the state Public Works Department (JKR) are currently undergoing maintenance works at a cost of RM10,002,000, Penang Infrastructure, Transport and Digital Committee chairman…
Penang Turf Club votes to dissolve and sell prime land
Penang Turf Club votes to dissolve and sell prime land Source: The Star The Penang Turf Club (PTC) has voted to sell its historic land in Batu Gantong following an…
Penang LRT project specs come under federal purview
Penang LRT project specs come under federal purview Any decision on the specifications of the Penang light rail transport (LRT) will be made by the Transport Ministry as it is…
Kampung Wellesley residents urged to apply for individual grants
Kampung Wellesley residents urged to apply for individual grants Residents of Kampung Wellesley, a community over 30 years old, are urged to come together to apply for individual grants. Chief…
Penang Island to get more parks
Penang Island to get more parks Penang Island City Council (MBPP) has allocated RM5.2mil for the provision and upgrading of neighbourhood parks this year. Mayor Datuk A. Rajendran said with…
Taman Seri Bedu | Penang Property Talk
Taman Seri Bedu Taman Seri Bedu, a residential development scheme by Ihsan Ceria Sdn. Bhd., is located in Tasek Gelugor on a 9.5-acre land along Jalan Tok Bedu, about a…
North Coastal Paired Road may be realigned
The new road construction plan between Tanjung Bungah and Teluk Bahang in Penang is being studied for possible realignment to minimise risks to residents in surrounding high-rise buildings. The change…
Juru-Sungai Dua Elevated Expressway to ease Penang traffic
Juru-Sungai Dua Elevated Expressway to ease Penang traffic The Penang government, in partnership with PLUS Malaysia, is planning a new elevated highway, the Juru-Sungai Dua (JSD) route, aimed at reducing…
Jesselton Courtyard | Penang Property Talk
Jesselton Courtyard, an upscale residential development project by Berjaya Land Development Sdn. Bhd., located in the Penang Turf Club area. Situated along Persiaran Jesselton Selatan, it is only a 5-minute…
Bayan Baru wet market reconstruction nears completion
Bayan Baru wet market reconstruction nears completion Source: Buletin Mutiara The reconstruction of the Bayan Baru Wet Market is nearing its final stages, with vendors expected to move in and…
Ideal Property Group wins World Gold at 2024 FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence Awards
Ideal Property Group has garnered international fame with their high end seafront residences, Queens Residences Q1, winning the prestigious World Gold Winner title at the 2024 FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence…
Penang Nature-Based Climate Adaptation Programme to be completed by 2027
Source; Buletin Mutiara Penang has embarked on an ambitious five-year climate adaptation project to mitigate flash floods in the Bayan Baru area. The initiative, titled “Penang Nature-Based Climate Adaptation Programme”…
No progress yet on the RM1bil Jelutong landfill project in Penang
Source: The Star Four years have passed since the RM1 billion Jelutong landfill rehabilitation and development project was announced, but progress remains elusive. Penang local government, town and country planning…
Fajarbaru Builder Group expands military redevelopment project at RMAF Base Butterworth
Source: Google Street View Fajarbaru Builder Group Bhd has announced an expansion of its joint venture with Avionics Pty Ltd (APL) in the redevelopment of military facilities at the Royal…
Penang to enhance affordable housing guidelines
Penang to enhance affordable housing guidelines The Penang government, through the Penang Housing Board (LPNPP), is undertaking a comprehensive review and enhancement of the current guidelines for affordable homes (GPRMM).…
Penang Mutiara Line LRT to feature scalable low- to medium-capacity system
Penang Mutiara Line LRT to feature scalable low- to medium-capacity system Penang state government and MRT Corporation are exploring a low- to medium-capacity system for the Penang Mutiara Line light…
Penang to enforce strict measures on non-compliant developers and contractors
Penang to enforce strict measures on non-compliant developers and contractors Source: Facebook Penang will implement strict measures against developers and contractors who fail to comply with regulations, causing public distress…
Cassia Cempaka shines at The BrandLaureate Property Branding Awards 2024
At the inaugural launch of The BrandLaureate Fast Moving Growing Sustainable Business & Brands Awards 2024, Cassia Cempaka, a property development brand in Penang, emerged as one of the distinguished…
Older stratified homes urged to apply for water tank installation assistance
Older stratified homes urged to apply for water tank installation assistance For illustration only Stratified homes, especially older housing schemes lacking water tanks, are being encouraged to apply for installations…
Penang PPR tenants may extend leases for additional 3 years
Penang State Housing and Environment Exco, Dato’ Seri S. Sundarajoo, has announced that tenants of the People’s Housing Programme (PPR) with household incomes exceeding RM1,500 per month may still apply…
Arya Terraces @ IJM Bayouri
Arya Terraces @ IJM Bayouri Arya Terraces is the first phase of the landed residential component in the 70-acre freehold township development by Chen Yu Land Sdn. Bhd., a subsidiary…
Scientex acquires land in Seberang Perai for RM462.50 million
Property developer Scientex Bhd announced on Friday its acquisition of 708.5 acres (286.72 hectares) of land in Southern Seberang Perai, Penang for RM462.50 million. The acquisition is aimed at expanding…
SPIL breaks ground on RM6bil semiconductor plant in Batu Kawan
Siliconware Precision Industries Co., Ltd. (SPIL), a leading global semiconductor packaging and testing company, celebrated the groundbreaking of its Malaysia P1 plant at Bandar Cassia Technology Park in Pnenag. This…
SITE PROGRESS: Maldives Residences (May 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: Maldives Residences (May 2024) About Maldives Residences A residential development by Ideal Property Group at Bayan Lepas. Strategically located along Jalan Sungai Tiram 6, just across the road…
Commuters celebrate upgraded Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal
Source: The Star Commuters in Penang are delighted with the newly upgraded Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal (TSN), which now offers significant improvements aimed at enhancing user experience. Regular commuter Chum…
Stop-work order issued for Air Itam-Tun Dr LCE Expressway bypass construction
Source: Facebook The contractor for the Air Itam-Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway bypass (Package Two) has been hit with a stop-work order. The Penang Island City Council (MBPP) issued…
Ari Mellizo | Penang Property Talk
Ari Mellizo Ari Mellizo, an affordable housing development by PTL Residence Sdn. Bhd. at Sungai Dua in Butterworth. Located near Jalan Sungai Dua Utama 3, just stone’s throw away from…
Phase one of Penang Museum restoration completed
The phase one of restoration works on the iconic Penang State Museum and Art Gallery in Farquhar Street has now been completed. State Tourism and Creative Economy Committee chairman Wong…
George Town Esplanade project wins ‘Project of the Year’ awards
George Town Esplanade project wins ‘Project of the Year’ awards The George Town Esplanade project has won three awards, including the highest accolade – the Project of the Year award…
Aston Minka Residences – Open House (25 & 26 May 2024)
Aston Minka Residences – Open House (25 & 26 May 2024) Aston Minka Residences is the first dual-key concept low-density affordable houses development along Jalan Aston, is poised to become…
Property transactions in Q1 2024 up 34.3%
The Malaysian property market was active in the first quarter of 2024 (1Q24), recording a 34.3% growth compared to the first quarter a year ago, with more than 104,297 transactions…
Convent Light Street conversion to international school ‘on track’
Plans to convert one of the nation’s oldest schools, Convent Light Street (CLS) in Penang, into an affordable international school – a first for the country – is on track,…
Penang optimistic about achieving target to build 220,000 affordable homes by 2030
The Penang government is optimistic about achieving the target to build 220,000 units of Affordable Housing (RMM) by 2030. State Housing and Environment Committee chairman, Datuk Seri S. Sundarajoo, said…
Property market on road to recovery
Property market on road to recovery Malaysia’s property market is on the road to recovery, as evidenced by improved volume and value in property transactions last year, says housing and…
Avion Residence | Penang Property Talk
Avion Residence Avion, a serviced residence development by Rackson Group at Bayan Lepas. Part of its maiden Penang Gateway project located just across Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah from Penang International…
SJKC Kuang Yu in Batu Kawan slated to open in 2027
The upcoming SJKC Kuang Yu is poised to embrace the Industrial Revolution 4.0 (IR4.0) concept upon the completion of its construction. Bukit Tambun assemblyman Goh Choon Aik, who is also…
270 families received offer letters for affordable home at Foreshore Apartment in George Town
Two hundred and seventy housing applicants were overjoyed on Thursday after receiving offer letters granting them ownership of an affordable housing unit at the Foreshore Apartment in George Town. The…
Westin Hotel & Residences: Anticipated arrival of luxurious hotel and residences
Westin Hotel & Residences: Anticipated arrival of luxurious hotel and residences Proposed hotel and residences development by Macrovest Sdn. Bhd. (VST Group) along the iconic and sea-facing promenade of Gurney…
Exco man clarifies land allocation near Gurney Bay
Exco man clarifies land allocation near Gurney Bay The land earmarked for the hotel and condominium project is not included in the Gurney Bay component projects. Penang Local Government, Town…
Cassia Cempaka – Phase 2 (Open for Registration)
Cassia Cempaka – Phase 2 (Open for Registration) Phase 2 of Cassia Cempaka in Batu Kawan is set to launch after the successful sell-out of phase 1. Now open for…
Advancing Penang2030: Progress and vision for a sustainable future
Penang is witnessing a significant stride towards its Penang2030 vision. A recent workshop held at the G Hotel showcased remarkable progress, with 280 projects aligned with the strategic initiatives of…
Penang LRT – Mutiara Line
Penang LRT – Mutiara Line The unveiling of the new Penang LRT Mutiara Line alignment marks a significant milestone in Penang’s transportation infrastructure. Spanning 28 kilometers with 22 stations featuring…
Penang LRT project on track despite minor amendment
The construction of Mutiara Line, Penang’s first light rail transit (LRT) project, will be according to schedule despite a minor amendment to the original plan. Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) Corp…
Penang unveils IC design park plan in Bayan Lepas
Penang, already renowned for its industrial prowess, is poised to solidify its position in the global technology arena with the establishment of its own Integrated Circuit (IC) Design and Digital…
Successful flood mitigation projects in Taman Sentul Jaya
Source: Buletin Mutiara The implementation of various flood mitigation and infrastructure upgrading projects in Taman Sentul Jaya has successfully reduced the occurrence of flash floods that were previously frequent in…
Bullish outlook for construction sector on job flows
The construction sector is expected to see a pick-up in job flows in the second half of this year (2H24), driven by infrastructure projects like the Penang light rail transit…
Twin Star | Penang Property Talk
Twin Star Twin Star, an affordable housing development by Acara Prestasi Sdn. Bhd. in Jelutong. Located on approximately 3 acres of land along Lintang Slim, adjacent to Setia Sky Ville…
Temporary road closure for beam launching works along Lebuhraya Thean Teik
Temporary road closure for beam launching works along Lebuhraya Thean Teik In light of the ongoing Air-Itam Bypass project, another temporary road closure is scheduled to take place from the…
Iconic Worldwide keen to develop theme parks, resorts, townships
Soft launch of Iconic Harmony at Alma Iconic Worldwide Bhd is engaged in preliminary discussions with potential partners to develop mega townships and industrial projects throughout Malaysia. The group is…
PDC and TNB collaborate to strengthen infrastructure readiness
PDC and TNB collaborate to strengthen infrastructure readiness Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow expressed his hopes for the Penang Development Corporation (PDC) to continue collaborating with state and federal…
Dua Tanjung | Penang Property Talk
Dua Tanjung Dua Tanjung, an upcoming condominium development by UDA Holdings Berhad in Tanjung Tokong. Situated along Jalan Desiran Tanjung, it stands adjacent to The Brezza condominium. Boasting a prime…
Hartasuma, Doppelmayr ink Penang Hill cable car project deal
The Penang Hill cable car project is set to break ground in June and promises to elevate the tourist experience for the region, following the signing of a contract on…
My Ideal Home Photo Contest Winners Exhibition opens at 1st Avenue Penang
Ideal Property Group is excited to unveil the My Ideal Home Photo Contest Winners Exhibition at 1st Avenue Penang. This engaging three-month exhibition, which began last Saturday, is more than…
New EPF initiative won’t have significant impact on property sector
Despite lower contributions to Akaun Sejahtera following the Employees Provident Fund’s (EPF) latest initiative, analysts are of the opinion that it won’t have a significant impact on the property sector.…
SITE PROGRESS: Iconic Regency (Apr 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: Iconic Regency (Apr 2024) About Iconic Regency A mixed development by Iconic Development Sdn. Bhd. at Sungai Nibong. Strategically located along Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, next to SK…
TTM Technologies opens RM958m plant in Penang
Source: Buletin Mutiara Printed circuit boards (PCBs), radio frequency (RF) components and RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies manufacturer TTM Technologies Inc has opened its first large-scale plant in Southeast Asia in the…
Part of Penang 2nd Bridge to be closed from tomorrow
Part of Penang 2nd Bridge to be closed from tomorrow Part of the Sultan Abdul Halim Mu’adzam Shah Bridge (JSAHMS), from KM12.5 to KM18.5, will be closed from Tuesday to…
Full lane closure at LCE Expressway and contraflow towards Penang Bridge
Full lane closure at LCE Expressway and contraflow towards Penang Bridge There will be a full lane closure and traffic diversion on the Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway heading…
IJM Bayouri | Penang Property Talk
IJM Bayouri IJM Bayouri, a 70-acre freehold township development by Chen Yu Land Sdn. Bhd. (a subsidiary of IJM Land) at Nibong Tebal. Strategically just a stone’s throw away from…
Iconic soft-launches Iconic Harmony in Bukit Mertajam
Iconic Worldwide Bhd’s wholly-owned unit Iconic Maison Sdn Bhd eyes over 70 per cent take-up rate of its newly-launched residential development, Iconic Harmony, with RM300 million gross development value (GDV)…
Temporary road closure for Air Itam bypass project
Temporary road closure for Air Itam bypass project Motorists in Farlim, Air Itam, will need to plan alternate routes as a section of Lebuhraya Thean Teik will be temporarily closed…
Penang optimistic about achieving target to build 220,000 affordable homes by 2030
The Penang government is optimistic about achieving the target to build 220,000 units of Affordable Housing (RMM) by 2030. State Housing and Environment Committee chairman, Datuk Seri S. Sundarajoo, said…
Swiss company LEM opens its first plant in Penang
Source: Facebook LEM, a renowned leader in electrical measurement technology, has opened its new US$17 million factory in Penang, Malaysia, heralding a significant step forward in the realm of advanced…
Iconic raises RM95.6mil through rights issue, plans for land purchase
Iconic raises RM95.6mil through rights issue, plans for land purchase Iconic Worldwide Bhd has received overwhelming support for its recent rights issue and free warrants, signaling a strong vote of…
Penang Undersea Tunnel project under review following PPC proposal
Penang Undersea Tunnel project under review following PPC proposal For illustration only In a recent update reported by Buletin Mutiara, Penang State Government is set to examine the comprehensive proposals…
RM250mil expansion plans for the NBCT will forge ahead
Penang Port Sdn Bhd (PPSB) chief executive officer Datuk Sasedharan Vasudevan said RM250mil would be spent over the next three years. This follows the development of new industrial parks in…
SITE PROGRESS: Lucerne Residences (Apr 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: Lucerne Residences (Apr 2024) About Lucerne Residences The final phase of residential development by Ideal Property Group at Ideal Vision Park in Bayan Lepas. It is just a…
Construction of the Penang Hill cable car project set to begin next month
Picture for illustration purposely only The construction of the Penang Hill cable car project is set to commence next month, or latest by June, as confirmed by Penang Infrastructure, Transport,…
Aralia Park | Penang Property Talk
Aralia Park Aralia Park, a serviced residence development by Palmington Sdn. Bhd. (Tambun Indah Group), situated in the Pearl City township of Simpang Ampat. It is positioned along Persiaran Mutiara…
SITE PROGRESS: The Meg @ Andaman (Apr 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: The Meg @ Andaman (Apr 2024) About The Meg @ Andaman The first project in Andaman Island, the highly-anticipated prime reclaimed island of Seri Tanjung Pinang Phase 2A…
PROPOSED: Gurney Drive / Ventas Sdn. Bhd.
PROPOSED: Gurney Drive / Ventas Sdn. Bhd. Yet another upcoming luxury development nestled along the ever-bustling Gurney Drive, this project is undertaken by Ventas Sdn. Bhd. Situated adjacent to the…
INSPEN: Property-related jobs are in demand
Professionals such as valuers, property managers and real estate agents have a bright future, in line with the growing demand seen in the real estate industry, National Institute of Valuation…
Real estate developers maintain neutral outlook for Malaysia’s property sector in 1H2024
Source: The Edge Malaysia In the latest findings presented by the Real Estate and Housing Developers’ Association Malaysia (Rehda Malaysia), the pulse of Malaysia’s property industry for the first half…
The rebuild of TPS Jalan Jelutong completed ahead of schedule
The rebuild of TPS Jalan Jelutong completed ahead of schedule The TPS (Temporary Hawker Site) along Jalan Jelutong, which was ravaged by fire on January 5th, has been completed ahead…
Lightwater Residences | Penang Property Talk
Lightwater Residences Lightwater Residences, formerly known as The Essence, is the second residential project at The Light City integrated development by IJM Perennial Development Sdn. Bhd. Located at the northern…
Key projects addressed at Penang Development Briefing 2024
Key projects addressed at Penang Development Briefing 2024 The urgent need to accelerate the upgrading and expansion of the Penang International Airport (PIA) has been emphasised by Prime Minister Datuk…
Juru-Sungai Dua Elevated Expressway Project at discussion stage by federal govt
Juru-Sungai Dua Elevated Expressway Project at discussion stage by federal govt The Juru-Sungai Dua Elevated Expressway Project and the Perak-Penang Water Project are currently at the discussion stage involving various…
SITE PROGRESS: Havana Beach Residences (Apr 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: Havana Beach Residences (Apr 2024) About Havana Beach Residences Affordable housing development by Ideal Property Group at Bayan Lepas. Strategically located near Jalan Tun Dr. Awang, less than…
HOPE advances affordable housing agenda in Penang
The Penang Housing Board has again urged applicants to update their data in the state Housing Information System (HIS). Penang Housing and Environment Committee chairman Datuk Seri Sundarajoo Somu said…
Bayan Baru wet market undergoing hypermarket-style upgrade
Penang is set to unveil its first-of-its-kind transformation of a wet market into a hypermarket-style concept. Constructed in the 1990s to serve the community, the Bayan Baru wet market is…
Marriott International to debut The Westin brand in Penang Island
Marriott International yesterday announced the signing of a hotel management agreement with Westfield Global Sdn. Bhd., to bring The Westin brand to the popular island of Penang. Located along the…
Are there any gated communities offering Property For Sale Belize?
Property For Sale Belize If you’re considering a move to Belize it’s important to consider whether there are gated communities in the area that offer the lifestyle you’re looking for.…
MBSP welcomes proposed water taxi services in Seberang Perai
MBSP welcomes proposed water taxi services in Seberang Perai Photo for illustration only The Seberang Perai City Council (MBSP) welcomes the suggestion to expand water taxi services on the mainland.…
SINARAN at Utropolis Batu Kawan is all set to accord homeowners with a stylish urbanite’s way of life
Sinaran Residences at Utropolis Batu Kawan completed ahead of schedule. Homeowners of Sinaran Residences at Utropolis Batu Kawan recently welcomed the good news of receiving the keys to their new…
SITE PROGRESS: GEM Residences (Apr 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: GEM Residences (Apr 2024) About GEM Residences GEM Residences, a commercial development by Belleview Group at Prai, Penang. It is part of the company’s 6 hectares mixed development…
SITE PROGRESS: Sanctuary Suria (Mar 2024)
SITE PROGRESS: Sanctuary Suria (Mar 2024) About Sactuary Suria The 6th phase of residential development at Permatang Sanctuary by IJM in Alma, Bukit Mertajam. Located along Lorong Santuari 25 &…
Ideal Property Group clinches prestigious Fiabci Malaysia Property Award 2023 for Queens Residences Q1
Ideal Property Group proudly announces its recent triumph at the esteemed Fiabci Malaysia Property Award 2023. The company’s premier development, Queens Residences Q1 (Q1), located in the picturesque bay in…
Penang LRT Mutiara Line project has been officially taken over by the Federal Government, to begin in Q4
The construction of Penang’s first light rail transit (LRT) project will begin by the fourth quarter of this year, says Anthony Loke. The Transport Minister added that the Penang LRT…
Enforcement operation at Serina Bay Apartment targets delinquent owners
Enforcement operation at Serina Bay Apartment targets delinquent owners Penang Island City Council’s Commissioner Of Building, together with the PDRM, acted as observers during an enforcement operation for the seizure…
Ewein buys land to build a workers’ dormitory
Ewein buys land to build a workers’ dormitory Ewein Bhd is stepping up its game in the provision of services connected to worker dormitory lodgings and workforce management a related…
Projects of houses priced below RM300,000 get abandoned most
Projects of houses priced below RM300,000 get abandoned most The Housing and Local Government Ministry has recorded 117 abandoned projects covering 30,840 units of houses as at January 31 with…
PDC to breathe new life into Komtar
Komtar, Penang’s prime shopping centre in the 1980s and 1990s, has lost its appeal over the years. And the only thing keeping Komtar alive is the fact that it houses…