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The International Tunnelling and Underground Space Association calls for nomination for the 7th ITA Tunnelling Awards The 7th edition of ITA Tunnelling and Underground Space Awards is officially launched! Since 2015, the international competition seeks and rewards remarkable achievements within tunnelling industry. Organized by the International Tunnelling and Underground Space Association, which gathers 78 Member Nations1 and 300 corporate and individual members, the event both showcases the latest innovations, techniques and methods implemented in underground construction. It also offers a global overview of on-going projects all over the world. Due to recent global pandemic which impacted international travels, this edition will be held online through a dedicated platform. The submissions can be made through different categories showing essential aspects of tunnelling industry. Over the past years, underground space has been identified as a crucial lever to build resilient urban environments and tackle impacts of climate change. Sustainability and Ethic have become the driving forces behind all underground projects, and through this new edition, ITA Tunnelling and Underground Space Awards has at heart to demonstrate the evolution of the industry to meet these new challenges, and especially with the new category “Beyond Engineering: Making Underground Works Projects Even Better”. The eight awards categories are: • Major Project of the Year (more than €500 million) • Project of the Year (between €50 million & €500 million) 6 July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz

• Project of the Year Incl. Renovation (up to €50 million) • Technical Innovation of the Year • Beyond Engineering: Making Underground Works Projects Even Better • Oddities of the Underground • Innovative & Contributing Underground Spaces • Young Tunneller of the Year Entries and selection process has to be made on ITA website. Nominations for the different categories must be related to projects for which the major civil engineering work was completed between 1 January 2019 and 1 April 2021. The Young Tunneller of the Year rewards an individual born after 1 January 1986 and who has brought an outstanding contribution to tunnelling. 1

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Trackunit announces strategic expansion in Asia Pacific Japan region with new offices and regional leadership to support growth in construction Trackunit, a global leader in softwareled telematics solutions for off-highway vehicles and construction market equipment, has increased its APJ presence with the appointment Chi Sen Gay, a highly experienced global tech senior executive, and the opening of its regional headquarters in Singapore as well as new offices in Japan and Australia. The new moves build upon Trackunit’s existing presence to better serve current and new customers throughout the region. Leading the expansion in Asia Pacific Japan (APJ) as newly appointed SVP for the region, Chi Sen Gay brings decades of experience garnered from the enterprise IT sector, where he focused on software, hardware, and services. Chi Sen previously worked at global companies including Schneider Electric and IBM and brings strong knowledge and experience of building a digital business. Trackunit is a driving force in the digitization of the construction sector, serving equipment manufacturers, rental companies, and contractors, connecting construction equipment and processing data to the cloud to deliver value-added

insights. The APJ region is highly receptive to the benefits that technology provides. It is a major opportunity for Trackunit’s SaaS capabilities to add insights and value for customers. The digital transformation of the construction industry supports customers’ greater understanding of their site environments and machine asset health. Chi Sen Gay stated: “Having spent more than two decades in the region’s tech industry, improving data centre uptime and availability through digitization, I see a great deal of symmetry in what is now happening in construction. People in this region are highly interested in technology and keen to realise its possibilities! I look forward to leading the Trackunit team as we support construction through its own digital transformation, changing the way equipment and machines are operated and maintained and helping to eliminate downtime.” Trackunit CEO Soeren Brogaard said, “I’m delighted to announce the appointment of Chi Sen Gay and the opening of a new regional headquarters and offices to better serve Asia Pacific

Digital transformation expert, Chi Sen Gay, appointed to lead Trackunit in APJ as new Regional HQ established in Singapore.

- one of the largest global construction equipment (CE) markets and home to some of the most technologically advanced OEMs. We have a growing installed customer base in the region and it’s important that Trackunit puts feet on the ground to help them realise the efficiency, productivity and profitability benefits which digital transformation means for their businesses.”

IM GROUP completes installation for leading manufacturer in Western Europe The recently rebranded IM GROUP (formerly Inkmaker Group) has announced the completion of a major installation in Western Europe. The project, led by Oliver Daulon, General Manager, Inkmaker France SARL / Area Sales Manager for IM GROUP, was completed in record time by a specialised team at IM GROUP’s Headquarters in Turin, Italy. “It was challenging for our colleagues, to work through COVIDrelated restrictions, in meeting the tight deadline but the positive attitude of the team, led by Enrico Mattiazzi, ensured that all ran smoothly and to plan,” explained Olivier. The project, involving water-based state-of the-art gravimetric and volumetric dispensing technology, agitators and qualitycontrol stations interconnected via flexible conveying systems, brought together several components from the various brands within IM GROUP. “We are very pleased with the outcome and look forward

to completing many more projects with this client,” concluded Christophe Rizzo, CEO EMEA / Americas, IM GROUP. July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz 7

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IM GROUP listed in Europe’s top 10 chemical tech solutions providers 2021 The recently rebranded IM GROUP (formerly Inkmaker Group) has been recognised as one of the “TOP 10 CHEMICAL TECH SOLUTION PROVIDERS IN EUROPE 2021” by Manufacturing Technology Insights. Headquartered in Italy, IM GROUP, a global technology leader focused on reliability, offers total process engineering through its brands: Inkmaker, Rexson, Vale-tech, Swesa, Teko and Tecnopails. The Group’s core business – predominantly in the paint, coatings, ink and chemical industry – offers design and manufacturing through to complete engineering studies and turnkey solutions; customised plant engineering and software design; highly accurate automated dispensing; process equipment from bulk handling to filling lines; POS equipment and other related services. “We have invested significantly in the global evolution of our Group from systems and processes, software and technology through to human capital and the acquisition of several companies with specific expertise. All of this was recently revealed in the international media with the rebranding of our Inkmaker Group to IM GROUP. This recognition by Manufacturing Technology Insights therefore comes as a great honour to us, and we would like to thank the judges for their exhaustive research at arriving at their decision,” said Christophe Rizzo, CEO EMEA / Americas, IM GROUP. Several criteria attracted Manufacturing Technology Insights to IM GROUP, amongst which the Group’s technological and automated systems. IM GROUP, renowned in the industry for its leading proprietary software – the brain behind its installations and machines – and its systems that are manufactured in three continents, guarantee highly accurate colours consistently, precisely and instantly in the 15 countries, throughout the five 8 July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz

continents, where it operates. IM GROUP, already renowned as one of Asia’s leading processengineering solutions providers, and who last year expanded their factory premises in China to double its previous size, is highly respected in the industry for its unique strategy of employing a dual-CEO leadership. This, the Group advocates, focuses their attention more intently either side of the globe. Roberto Guerra, CEO Asia Pacific, IM GROUP, who is currently visiting the Italian headquarters concluded, “Industry 4.0 technology and smart factories are at the drivers of our growth. This nomination, although specifically for Europe, is significant throughout all our brands and geographical locations, we are very proud of our colleagues and the prestigious recognition they have brought the entire Group.”

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First Look at Taiwan Excellence Innovative Building Materials With innovative thinking, precisions manufacturing and an extensive supply chain, Taiwan is leading the pack in the building materials industry. “Taiwan Excellence” – the symbol of the highest honour of Taiwan’s premium products – will hold a Building Materials Online Product Launch on 25 August 2021, providing Malaysia participants a closer look at Taiwan’s top brands and their ground-breaking advances that improve user Jye Li An Technology

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The 10 Taiwan Excellence awarded building materials brands include: ➢ SESSION 1: KITCHEN & BATHROOM • JYE LI AN TECHNOLOGY – 21*21 Bathroom Heating Fan (J-411) JYE LI AN specializes in the research and development of automated high-quality household products. Their J-411 bathroom heating fan is suitable for the ceiling opening of the built-in bathroom exhaust fan in old houses. • TAIWAN SAKURA – Chimney Type Cooker Hood (RW7100/9100) TAIWAN SAKURA is the biggest manufacturer of gas water heaters, range hoods, stoves and built-in hobs on the Taiwanese market. Key products include chimney-type cooker hood (RW7100/9100), which comprises a smart deodorization system with their patented 2-1 rectification plate design for easy detachment. • SHENG TAI BRASSWARE – JUSTIME Water Drinking Faucet SHENG TAI prides themselves on their design in sanitary 10 July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz

quality and safety. The product launch will be divided into two categories: kitchen & bathroom and factory building materials. In order to facilitate new business opportunities, a one-onone business matching session will also be held on 26 August 2021, the following day of the event. This will allow interested Malaysian businesses to further connect with the Taiwanese building materials companies. Herher Synergy

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products via their own brand “JUSTIME”. Their Water Drinking Faucet uses lead-free brass with chrome plating, making the product acid-resisting, heat-resistant and erode-resisting. • HERHER SYNERGY – MiniBle Q Microbubble Faucet Aerator HERHER SYNERGY is an enterprise that has experienced and professional personnel in R&D, and marketing. Microbubbles created by MiniBle Q, which are 500 times smaller than the size of human pores, can enter into the surface of our skin or vegetable to achieve deep cleaning, while reduces water wastage by 15 – 30%, and enhances the power of degreasing by saving 10-15% of detergent usage. • SANITAR – Sink and cabinet SANITAR, under their own brand Caesar, follows the world’s most advanced trends. Introducing their high-temperature fire-resistant ceramic technology (Fine Fire Clay), which uses one-piece firing method to make the products integrally formed. The company is also the only sanitary ware manufacturer in Taiwan capable of developing a super large integrated porcelain basin.

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➢ SESSION 2: FACTORY • SHENG YUAN ELECTRIC – VIVI – V8D Circulation Fan SHENG YUAN, under their “ALASKA” brand, is a producer of silent ventilating fans and artistic ceiling fans. Their VIVI wall fan is equipped with 8 inch aerodynamic blades and DC motor for powerful circulating airflow, which works perfectly with the air-conditioning to create an energysaving and comfortable space. • YOKE INDUSTRIAL – Key Eye Point YOKE is one of top iconic Taiwanese manufacturers of lifting fittings for chain, wire rope and webbing slings with over 35 years of experience in the industry. Their Key Eye Point can rotate through 360° adjustable in the direction of the load and with a key attached serving as torque wrench, it brings you risk-free solution for lifting. • FRADOX GLOBAL – Venting Master’ - Natural Roof Ventilation FRADOX is committed to the research and development of energy-saving, carbon- reducing and environment-friendly products. Their “Venting Master” Natural Roof Vent uses an

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upward-opening design to cool down by natural convection. • WELL-LINK INDUSTRY – KVM Viscoelastic Damper (KVM) WELL-LINK is the largest manufacturer of anti-seismic devices and structural bearings for buildings and infrastructure in Taiwan. The Well-Link KVM Viscoelastic Damper (KVM) is a passive, velocity displacement dependent energy dissipation device for vibration control and seismic protection of structures, which reduces the effects due to earthquakes and wind. • CHING YUANG ENTERPRISE – LED Balloon Light Tower CHING YUANG specializes in manufacturing high watt LED lighting products, ventilation systems and spot coolers. Their LED Balloon Light Tower is not only energy saving but also combines fan heat dissipation to extend the life of the lamp. Don’t miss out on this informative online product launch by Taiwan Excellence! For more information and registration, please call +6018-355 2560 (Mr Gabriel Chow) or visit event website: https://l.linklyhq.com/l/WOBl.

Vestas secures 113 MW wind order in Japan with customised tall tower solution Vestas has secured an order for the 113 MW Sumita Tono Wind Farm in Japan with Green Power Sumita Tono GK. With the site located in complex mountainous terrain in the Iwate Prefecture, Vestas has developed a customised tower solution for the project to accommodate the site’s challenging transport, wind and seismic load conditions, and it will feature the tallest hub heights for any wind turbines above 4 MW rating in the country, unlocking new wind resources at higher and more consistent wind speeds. Developed by Green Power Investment Corporation (GPI), the order will include supply and supervision of installation of 27 Vestas V117-4.2 MW turbines of which 23 will be installed on 114-meter towers and the other four on 94-meter towers. It will be the first collaboration between Vestas and GPI, which is the Japanese partner of US-based Pattern Energy Group LP that since 2004 has been focused on developing, constructing, and operating renewable projects in Japan. Vestas will also deliver a multi-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement for the wind farm, providing an energy-based availability guarantee to ensure

optimised performance and long-term business case certainty for the customer. Delivery of the turbines will begin in the first quarter of 2022, with commissioning is scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2022. July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz 11

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Malaysian talents make nation proud with regional win The 13th edition of Asia Young Designer Awards (AYDA) International Finale organised by Nippon Paint came to a successful conclusion following the announcement of Dayana Aripin and Evva Lim Fee Yah, both from Malaysia, as Asia Young Designers of the Year 2020. The budding designers were crowned winners in the Architectural Category and Interior Design Category respectively, beating other finalists from 13 participating locations across Asia. Along with gaining recognition for their design and Malaysia on a prestigious international platform, the crowned winners will also receive a chance to embark on a fully-sponsored, six-week Design Discovery programme at Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design (GSD) in Massachusetts, USA, worth US$10,000. Dayana Aripin from Universiti Sains Malaysia bagged the winning prize for the Architectural Category with her project titled ‘Microhousing Within the Heritage Context’. Inspired by the heritage homes of Georgetown, Penang, the concept uses a microhousing solution for urban development in pocket spaces of heritage zones that will revitalise spaces, bringing more locals to live with the existing neighbourhood. Evva Lim Yee Fah with her winning project ‘WO.MEN Women Empowering Centre’ for the Interior Design Category is from Taylor’s University. The project aims to create a safe living space offering resources and opportunities to achieve empowerment. “The past year has shown the importance of innovation, sustainability and empathy as we continue to brave the global pandemic. This edition of AYDA therefore holds a great significance in our journey forward. In the next edition, we are hoping to see more entries emerge from Malaysia as we look forward to the impact that these spaces and designs will create 12 July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz

for generations to come,” said Datin Wong Meng Lee, Assistant General Manager of Marketing, of Nippon Paint Malaysia. Held virtually, the international design competition revolved around the theme of ‘Forward: Human-Centred Design’ setting the stage for aspiring designers to create spaces that are socially conscious while being innovative and sustainable. Both the winning designs were successfully able to combine human elements of heritage and empowerment respectively, and portray a sustainable design outlook. This year’s edition also took special care to include several digital interactions and virtual coaching sessions where all the participants were able to interact with recognised industry mentors and coaches, as well as online workshops for participants to sharpen their creative storytelling skills before the virtual awards ceremony that was held live and garnered over 700 views during the event. AYDA by Nippon Paint has begun the journey toward its 14th edition, bringing together young designers, mentors and industry professionals under one roof. Themed ‘Amplifying Empathy through Design’, AYDA 2021 is open for entry submissions and will push the boundaries of ingenuity even further.

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Malaysia’s construction industry to grow by 14.6% in 2021, driven by investments in transportation and energy projects, says GlobalData Malaysia’s construction industry is set to recover in 2021 and expand by 14.6% after construction activity was brought to a standstill due to the impact of COVID-19 containment measures. However, the recovery is more a reflection of the depths to which activity fell in 2020 amid the COVID-19 lockdown, rather than a sign of resurgence, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. According to GlobalData’s report, ‘Construction in Malaysia – Key trends and opportunities to 2025 (Q2 2021)’, Malaysia’s construction activity had slowed considerably in 2019 due to delays in several mega construction projects and an increase in unsold housing stock. This weakness was further exacerbated with the pandemic in 2020 and as a result, construction valueadd declined by 19.4% in real terms. The recovery in 2021 will be driven by investments in transportation and energy projects as well as affordable housing. The construction industry is expected to post an annual average growth rate of 6.5% in real terms between 2022 – 2025, driven by a recovery in economic conditions, coupled with investments in transport infrastructure, renewable energy, residential, telecommunications and water infrastructure projects. In mid-December 2020, the government approved a 2021 budget worth RM322.5 billion where 73.3% is allocated towards operational expenditure, 21.4% towards development expenditure and the remaining 5.3% towards dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. Willis Rooney, Economist at GlobalData, commented: “Recovery over the forecast period will be supported by the government’s aim to increase the share of renewable energy in the total energy mix from 2% in 2019 to 20% by 2025; to achieve this, an investment of RM33 billion will be required over the next six years. Forecast period growth will also be supported by the development of telecommunication infrastructure to improve

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the quality and coverage of 4G broadband services and set the foundation for 5G in the country. To support this, the government launched the Jendela Plan with an investment of RM21 billion, to be implemented between 2020 and 2025.” Both residential and commercial construction struggled over the course of 2020, with the recovery in both sectors expected to be gradual. The residential sector’s output over the short term is expected to remain weak due to the disruption to residential construction activity, coupled with weak demand for housing. Rooney added: “As part of the 2021 budget, the government announced further measures to support the housing sector, which includes collaboration with financial institutions to roll out a rent-to-own program, which will benefit first-time home buyers until 2022. The government also allocated funds for the construction of houses for low-income home buyers, which will be used to build housing units under the People’s Housing Programme, as well as the Rumah Mesra Rakyat and Perumahan Penjawat Awam housing programmes.” July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz 13

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Kempinski’s ‘art of living’ comes alive at 8 conlay with a phygital interactive lifestyle mini movie series The solar installation at the Intel chip and assembly test manufacturing facility at Kulim Hi Tech Park in Malaysia, is Intel’s largest solar farm outside of the U.S. (Source: Intel Corporation)

Kempinski “art of living” phygital interactive lifestyle campaign.

KSK Land, Malaysia’s leading lifestyle and design property company, is bringing the 5-star luxury hotel services of Kempinski to “life” with an exciting integrated interactive ‘choose your own adventure’ mini movie series. As a teaser to how one can experience the ‘art of living’ with Kempinski, the team at 8 Conlay has created an interactive digital storytelling series that will enable you to choose your own Kempinski services and craft your journey through living at YOO8 (https://yoo8kempinski.8conlay.com/). Presented in three chapters, this virtual experience offers users the opportunity to directly experience the hallmarks of Kempinski’s hospitality services from a first-person perspective. Launched recently, users will be provided with various scenarios that enable them to interact with these services, resulting in an intimate and first-person account of what it would be like to live as a resident of YOO8 serviced by Kempinski – the world’s tallest twisted twin residential towers. “We have always looked at how we can uniquely provide an opportunity for people to experience what elevated living means by focusing on connecting emotionally with customers through crafted and meaningful experiences. This encompasses digital experiences as well that have become very much a part of modernday life. The next step will be to translate these mini movies into a physical experience that will take place at the YOO8 branded residences,” said Joanne Kua, CEO of KSK Group & MD of KSK Land. She added that by seamlessly integrating the ‘decision’ format into the world of ‘YOO8 serviced by Kempinski’, in a digitally interactive approach, allows KSK Land to use big data in order to understand the service and lifestyle preferences better for future residences of YOO8. This will enable us to understand our customers more precisely on the back end, translating into designing and curating a better lifestyle when the YOO8 residences are completed next year at 8 Conlay. Perfectly poised between nature and the city’s leading attractions, 8 Conlay will elevate the art of living with its fourstorey lifestyle retail quarters; the first and only five-star Kempinski Hotel in Malaysia; and branded residences called YOO8 serviced by Kempinski that presents timeless interiors designed by Steve Leung & YOO (Tower A) and Kelly Hoppen for YOO (Tower B) – the first collaboration of its kind in Southeast Asia. 14 July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz

Intel unveils its largest solar farm outside USA Intel’s Malaysia operations are now harnessing solar energy to help power its six buildings across its Kulim and Penang campus, thanks to a new 3.2 megawatt (MW) solar installation completed in January this year. The installation is achieving 4.1MW in total installed capacity which is provided by NEFIN, a renewable energy developer. The project is Intel’s largest solar farm outside of the United States of America. The construction work began in 2020 during the global pandemic, which presented many challenges but nonetheless the solar system was put into operation in January 2021. The completion of this project contributes about 15% of Intel’s global, on-site solar PV electric power capacity. It will also reduce carbon dioxide emissions by about 3,800 tonnes. “Our continued investments in alternative energy are the key pillar of Intel’s continued commitment to operating our manufacturing facilities with the lowest impact to the environment. The use of renewable power generated on-site at Intel Malaysia is a critical part of Intel’s efforts as a responsible corporate citizen to doing better by our planet, and as part of our RISE 2030 goals of achieving 100% renewable power,” said Robin Martin, Corporate Vice President and General Manager of Assembly Test Manufacturing and Managing Director of Intel Malaysia. The new solar farm panels at Intel Malaysia cover an area roughly equivalent to approximately 900 carpark spaces and an additional 50,208 sq ft on buildings’ rooftops, generating approximately 6,000MWh of electricity annually. The campus buildings’ electricity demand during peak hours is replaced partially by solar sources. The energy supply from solar sources also helps diversify and introduce renewable energy mix into the campus energy supply mix, which was predominantly powered by natural gas and coal sources. In line with the World Earth Day theme of “Restore Our Earth”, Intel reaffirms its commitment to conserving energy and expanding on its renewable energy projects and energy-efficient technologies in technology design and operations, in combating climate change. Intel has already deployed several solar thermal systems for the supply of domestic hot water to all its campuses in Malaysia to eliminate its dependence on conventional fuel sources and will continue the expansion of clean and green energy sources to reduce emissions.

JJ-LAPP partners with Clenergy to make solar energy accessible in ASEAN JJ-LAPP, the cable technology joint venture of diversified industrial conglomerate, Jebsen and Jessen Group, and LAPP Holding Asia, has expanded their partnership with Clenergy, a globally renowned solar mounting gear provider, for the distribution of Clenergy’s products in countries across South East Asia. The partnership will enable engineering, construction and procurement companies in ASEAN including Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines to access Clenergy’s entire portfolio of products through JJ-LAPP’s extensive regional network. Electricity demand in Southeast Asia (SEA) is increasing at a tremendous rate, projected to grow at a 3.7% annual rate during 2016 – 2040 twice the global average. To meet the growing electricity consumption and at the same time achieving ASEAN’s target to secure 23% of their primary energy from modern, sustainable, and renewable sources by 2025, SEA countries are substantially scaling up their deployment of renewables in the energy sector. This has resulted in the SEA region being one of the fastest growing solar energy markets, with the share of renewables in the region’s primary energy mix predicted to rise to 37% by 2040. JJ-LAPP and Clenergy’s partnership comes at a time when the industry’s confidence in investing in renewables is growing due to the region’s rising population, economic growth, and nascent renewable energy capacity development. JPP-LAPP’s Regional Head of Business Development Mr John Hng, in a statement said working with Clenergy will augment JJ-LAPP’s existing offering of products and solutions for the renewable energy and solar industries, enabling them to offer customers a one-stop solution for all of their product needs. Clenergy’s range of solar mounting gear from their SolarRoof, Ground, Water, and Elevate series, will complement JJ-LAPP’s current suite of offerings such as the LAPP solar cables and connectors, Trina solar panels, and Huawei solar inverters to meet the growing demand

for renewable energy in the region. “The use of renewable energy has not just been proven to be beneficial to the environment but has also been seen as a driving factor in aiding the economy’s development. We already see a global shift in investment towards renewables, particularly with solar power in Asia, and we hope this promotes industry participation in green technology,” Mr Hng said. With the cost of generating renewable energy rapidly declining, ASEAN countries have an opportunity to shift towards more sustainable business practices. Malaysia is already the world’s third-largest producer of photovoltaic (PV) cells, while investment in Thailand’s solar manufacturing industry contributes to the PV output for global markets. Singapore is also focusing on solar PV deployment as a sustainable energy source, and is forecasted to add 1.2GW of new power capacity generated between now and 2030. July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz 15

PROJECTS

PROJECT AT A GLANCE Classification: Mixed Development Location: Hainan, China Approx. Project Cost: US$24 billion Approx. Commencement Date: 2012 Approx. Completion Date: 4Q 2020

Artist impression: Ocean Flower Island, built in Yangpu Bay, spans roughly 8 km2, putting it among the world’s largest artificial islands. (Source: l-a-v-a.net)

OCEAN FLOWER ISLAND

ainan, a tropical island off southern China, is often described as the nation’s answer to Hawaii. It attracts more than 60 millions domestic tourists each year, as holidaymakers would come to enjoy the province’s ancient towns, warm climate, clean air and lush forests. Off the coast of Hainan, a number of huge construction projects are underway to create artificial islands that support the province by adding to its tourism offer. Among these projects is the Ocean Flower Island, situated in the waters north of Hainan. Although the construction of the site had been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, Ocean Flower Island opened on schedule in late 2020. It is expected to welcome 10 million visitors each year. DESIGN COMPOSITION Developed by Chinese real-estate investment group Evergrande, the Ocean Flower Island is named for the graphic design resembling three blossoming flowers in the sea. The artificial archipelago is made of three independent islets with a planned reclamation area about eight square kilometres, putting it among the world’s largest artificial islands, and has 40km of coastline. The Ocean Flower Island is home to nearly 60 hotels, as well as retail space, museums, an opera house, food streets with restaurants and the world’s biggest conference centre, in cascading building forms. The island is zoned by seasons: ‘winter

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CREDIT LIST DEVELOPER: Evergrande Real Estate Group

wonderland’, ‘amber autumn’, ‘spring field’. Notable developments at the Ocean Flower Island include a 7-star hotel designed by LAVA (Laboratory for Visionary Architecture), an international think tank set up in 2007 with a focus on research and design, with offices in Sydney, Stuttgart and Berlin. The Hainan Ocean Flower Resort is located within the man-made petal-shaped island, linked by a bridge to the island of Hainan. For the hotel, water (ripples, natural geometry of a

A view of Ocean Flower Island. (Source: china.org.cn)

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Artist impression. (Source: l-a-v-a.net)

water drop) + Architecture (rock formations created by water erosion, sea caverns) were the design inspiration. The smooth flowing semi-symmetrical geometry of natural ripples informed the hotel design. Liquefied geometry links the hotel form to the surrounding water, integrating spaces above and below the water line including an elevated green space. Additionally, a marina seamlessly connects to the hotel base to create an exclusive

water experience on each side of the hotel tower. A central glass atrium brings natural light and air into the hotel areas. Sustainable features include a bio-filtration system, solar energy, wind generation and water collection. The Ocean Flower Island also has a 1.37million sq ft marine world with a water park. The marine world features four themed zones, showcasing a world-class variety of attractions and interactive animal exhibits as well as dining and retail offerings. Adjacent to the Ocean Flower Island Marine Park is the Grand Aquarium, a massive indoor attraction with stunning array of sea creatures including a coral reef system, sharks and manta rays. US-based IdeAttack was exclusively engaged for masterplanning, concept design, and attraction /exhibit development for these parks. Meanwhile, the Ocean Flower Water Park has six different themed complexes fitted with a number of record-breaking additions and firsts, including China’s first and the world’s longest RocketBlast Water Coaster, as well as the country’s first 6-person TornadoWave. The entire waterpark is centred around a giant snow-topped mountain. There are 28 characteristic museums planned for the site, among which is the Ocean Flower Island Museum. The museum is composed of eight modern buildings covering an area of about 74,000m2 including 23,000m2 for gross building area. Additionally, the Ocean Flower Island is set to have more than 20 recreation projects, seven folklore squares, an amphitheatre, an arboretum, convention facilities, a film art centre, a music hall, numerous gardens and parks, ice skating rink, massive central park, world fairyland, sports fields, and sprig cities in the style of five countries as well as luxury residential housing, among others. July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz 17

OUTLOOK

Yellow Meranti featured at Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa.

BEAUTIFUL MERANTI

A feature by Malaysian Timber Council

eranti is a lovely and versatile timber from the genus Shorea. It has high commercial value and can be easily found in Malaysia. Meranti can grow well over 50 metres in height with diameters ranging from one to 1.5 metres on average. There are over 190 species of Shorea that come in different colours in the heartwood but share somewhat similar characteristics in terms of texture, grain, and workability. Meranti is often found in grey or yellow blending to reddish depending on where it is harvested. It ages to golden brown with continued exposure to light while its heartwood can vary from dark red/ purple to a straw yellow or pale white. The wood is straight grained but often interlocked producing a distinctive ribbon striped appearance. Malaysia’s expanse of lush tropical forest provides for excellent high-grade Meranti timbers, which are sought-after by discerning buyers from Europe, United States of America, Australia, and Japan. It is the recommended hardwood for outdoor and indoor applications due to its durability, strength, and attractive grains. Meranti is mainly used for manufacturing windows, doors, 18 July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz

Dark Red Meranti featured at Heritage Villas Valriche Mauritius.

and frames, among others, due to its good technical properties and wide availability. It is one of the tropical hardwoods that are sustainably produced in the country. A legally harvested timber, Meranti’s demand has grown over the years and is set to remain as a key export to Europe. There are two large groups of commercial Meranti – Dark Red Meranti, and Meranti “DUC” or ‘Dark Uniform Colour’ comprising a mixture of several Meranti species of similar colour and grain. DARK RED MERANTI (DRM) Dark Red Meranti or DRM is generally found in well-drained forests, on low hills as well as the top and upper slope of ridges throughout Malaysia. The sapwood is not clearly defined from the heartwood, which is medium red to deep red-brown in colour. The texture is moderately coarse and even. DRM is a light hardwood with a density of 450-700kg/m3 air dry. It is one of the easier hardwoods to work with. It easily machines, cuts, mills, and sands. It has a course, fibrous texture with open pores. The straight-grain composition of Meranti means it is friendly to planers. Major species of Dark Red Meranti that are widely available are Meranti Bukit, Meranti Nemesu and Meranti Seraya. MERANTI NEMESU Meranti Nemesu is a deep red timber that has a density of 500-650kg/m3 when it is kiln-dried at 15% moisture content. Its colour ranges from dark brown to reddish brown and as it ages, acquires a beautiful silvery patina (unless a UV protectorate is applied). It machines easily, glues and stains well too. The timber is extensively used for manufacturing staircase, as well as for boatbuilding, millwork, including window and door applications. Meranti Nemesu is comparable to Sipo and Sapele in terms of colour, stability and durability.

Hotel Viceroy Maldives.

MERANTI SERAYA Meranti Seraya, on the other hand, is medium red in colour with a density of 450-550kg/m3 when kiln-dried at 15% moisture content. Occasionally referred to as “Philippines Mahogany”, Meranti Seraya is dark red to purple-brown in colour with white streaks. It also has straight and interlocked grains. It’s durable, easy to work with, paints and stains equally well. The aesthetically pleasing timber is most commonly used for manufacturing window frames, in addition to millwork, window and door applications, and boatbuilding. It is comparable to Khaya and Spanish cedar in colour, stability and durability. MERANTI “DUC” Meranti “DUC” refers to a group of Meranti timbers that are in dark uniform colours and grains. The Meranti species

under “DUC” are widely distributed in well-drained lowland forests and hill dipterocarp forests. The sapwood is clearer in colour – usually greyish – and distinct from the heartwood. The hardwood timbers have colours ranging from smooth pink to soft red with densities from 400-500kg/m3 when kilndried at 15% moisture content. They are also easy to work with, either by hand and can be easily glued, stained/painted, and nailed. It is commonly used for marine and millwork applications and is similar to Okoume and Red Grandis in colour, stability and durability. WHY MALAYSIAN MERANTI? • Attractive. • Certified legal and sustainably sourced. • No additional chemical is needed for protection against fungal infection after proper kiln-drying. • Available under Malaysian Grading Rules (MGR) 2009 – Select, Standard, Serviceable, Utility and Merchantable. July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz 19

OUTLOOK APPLICATIONS: Applications

Meranti Bukit

Meranti Nemesu

Meranti Seraya

Meranti “DUC”

Doors & Windows/Frames

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Decking & Poles

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Staircases

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Interior Furnishing

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Fascia Boards

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Furniture

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Outdoor Furniture

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Boat Building

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PROPERTIES: Dark Red Meranti

Scale 0

Ease of planning Quality of planning finish Ease of boring Quality of boring finish Ease of turning Quality of turning finish Ease of treatability Nailing MERANTI “DUC”

Scale

Ease of planning Quality of planning finish Ease of boring Quality of boring finish Ease of turning Quality of turning finish Ease of treatability Nailing Note: Working properties are rated from Poor (0) to Excellent (5). Treatability is rated from Very Easy (0) to Very Difficult (5).

MERANTI AT A GLANCE Cost Weight Hardness Stability Durability Strength Toxicity Workability

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MALAYSIAN TIMBERS

THE PREFERRED CHOICE Sustainable Renewable Versatile Durable Diverse

The remarkable performance characteristics of Malaysian timbers have allowed architects and designers globally to feature timber in time-transcending designs that match beauty with functionality.

Your go-to resource for information on Malaysian timbers

www.mtc.com.my

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PRODUCTS & SERVICES ADVERTORIAL

A 50MW brownfield solar project in Kedah.

(Source: theedgemarkets.com)

Green energy with CSC Steel’s realzincTM solar photovoltaic (PV) system

n response to achieve national carbon neutrality, countries worldwide have shifted towards the use of reliable and environmentally friendly solar energy. The International Renewable Agency (IRENA) noted that the cumulative solar photovoltaic (PV) deployment has reached 578 GW at the end of 2019, while the Global Trends in Renewable Energy Investment 2019 report stated that the global investment in solar energy production reached US$1.3 trillion[1][2]. In a pathway towards carbon emission reduction, the Malaysian government has set a goal of 20% of the country’s energy to be generated from renewable sources by 2025, and one of the most focused renewable energy sources is solar energy[3][4]. Generally, the common solar PV systems found in the local market are rooftop type and ground-mounted type. A groundmounted solar tracking system is preferable in Large Scale Solar (LSS) photovoltaic plant, which has capacity packages ranging from 1MWac up to a maximum of 100MWac since the solar tracking system is able to track the perfect sunray orientation to maximize solar energy production[5]. To ensure the return of investment (ROI), the LSS system supplier must assure that the solar PV system can be operated for minimum 21~25 years under the lowest maintenance cost. Therefore, relatively cost-friendly CSC Steel’s realzincTM products, a well balance galvanized steel (GI) with higher

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strength and excellent weathering corrosion resistant is more suitable in LSS photovoltaic plant as compared to other materials such as aluminium and stainless steel. As a local steel supplier, the team of CSC Steel can provide professional technical support on customer inquiries on time during the pre-sales and after-sales service. In the year 2021, CSC Steel had cooperated with Baojia New Energy Manufacturing Sdn Bhd (Baojia), a prestigious solar product manufacturer in developed GI steel that customized for solar tracking system. Baojia mainly supply solar products for Nextracker Inc, the first ranked solar tracker company in the world. Recently, CSC Steel has successfully developed a new generation of SGC440(Mod2) and G380(Mod) with high strength and high formability properties (min elongation of 26% and 19% respectively). SGC440(Mod2) is produced by adding Nano-alloy with low carbon steel under a proper heat-treating process to improve the material ductility. CSC Steel’s realzincTM had been accredited with MS 2660:2020 product certification by SIRIM QAS International Sdn Bhd, which confidently tells our customer that the product has undergone assessment and subjected to a program of supervision and control before they are ready to be used. Since ground-mounted solar tracking systems are subjected to high load bearing and wind loading, a precise bracket engineering

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CMY

(Source: nextracker.com)

design using high-strength materials can reduce material consumption while providing a solid foundation and the necessary strength to hold the solar PV system safely in place. Some solar tracking system designers have adopted high-strength GI steel with a thickness of 1.8~2.5mm in the bracket design. CSC Steel is able to provide multiple configurations to accommodate these solar tracking systems according to customer special requirements, as the company is the only local steel manufacturer capable of producing GI steel with a thickness of more than 1.8mm. The ability to protect solar PV system from environmental deterioration is critical since the equipment will be expected to be exposed under harsh environmental conditions. Depending on the installation environment, the appropriate coating quality is an important factor in achieving the desired LSS PV system service life, which is usually 21-25 years. CSC Steel’s realzincTM can be coated up to Z400 zinc code, the highest specification in Malaysia that enables solar PV structure to fulfil LSS service life requirement. The product provides galvanic protection for solar PV structure by offering self-sacrificing capability where zinc ions react with corrosive agent and eventually protecting expose solar PV structure from getting rust. The newly developed G380(Mod) and SGC440(Mod2) have 24 July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz

been verified by Salt Spray test (SST) and Charpy Impact test that they could meet the corrosion resistant, design strength and formability requirements of the bracket and subsequently been approved by international solar energy system manufacturer and distributor of solar energy equipment, which will be exported to major markets in the United States and Canada. CSC Steel is honoured to be able to participate in the progress of global efforts to reduce carbon emissions, and hopes to introduce more special steel for solar PV system for the domestic LSS system use, and jointly move towards on achieving a carbon neutral country.

Solar Power. (n.d.). IRENA. Retrieved June 22, 2021, from https://irena.org/costs/Power-Generation-Costs/SolarPower [2] A decade of renewable energy investment, led by solar, tops USD 2.5 trillion. (2019, September 5). UN Environment Programme. https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/press-release/decade-renewable-energy-investment-ledsolar-tops-usd-25-trillion [3] Landau, E. (2019, May 5). Future lies with renewable energy. NST Online. https://www.nst.com.my/news/ nation/2019/05/485777/future-lies-renewable-energy [4] Legal Updates on the Solar Energy Industry in Malaysia – Legal Developments. (2020, November 23). The Legal 500. https://www.legal500.com/developments/thought-leadership/legal-updates-on-the-solar-energy-industryin-malaysia-2/ [5] Rajah & Tann Asia. (2019, January). Here Comes the Sun: The Development of the Solar Energy Industry in Malaysia. Christopher & Lee Ong. https://www.christopherleeong.com/media/3168/2019-01_development_of_ the_solar_energy_industry_in_malaysia2.pdf [1]

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THE ULTIMATE ANTI-CORROSION PROTECTION FOR YOUR STEEL STRUCTURES

orrosion is a costly problem. A study by the worldwide corrosion authority NACE International indicated that the global cost of corrosion is estimated to be US$2.5 trillion, equivalent to 3.4% of the world’s Gross Domestic Product (2013)1; Malaysia’s annual cost of corrosion is about RM6.7 billion from RM207.4 billion of GDP2. By definition, corrosion is natural process that converts a refined metal into a more chemically stable form such as its oxide, hydroxide or sulphide state, which resulted in deterioration of the material. It can occur all the time and appears in different forms at different environments. When exposed to open air, immersed in water or surrounded by soil, all unprotected steel is subject to corrosion and consequently will undermine a building’s structural integrity. Therefore, corrosion protection is essential as it will optimise the performance and maximise the lifetime of the steel structure to which it is applied. ISO 12944 CORROSION PROTECTION It is important to note that selecting a coating system that complies with ISO 12944 can provide you with the confidence

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and peace of mind that the corrosion protection you specify will fulfil your project and purpose. ISO 12944 standard aims to assist engineers and corrosion experts in adopting best practices in corrosion protection of structural steel in new constructions. It is widely adopted and globally accepted industry standard, recognised by specifiers worldwide. When selecting the best coating system for your project, you must first consider the environment and then the desired durability. 1. Determine Environment It is crucial to determine the environment surrounding your project. This can be classified as atmosphere category (where the corrosion can occur in interior and exterior of the building), and immersed category (for buildings immersed in water or buried in soil). 1 NACE International. (2016, March). International Measures of Prevention, Application, and Economics of Corrosion Technologies Study. Author. Retrieved from http://impact.nace.org/ documents/Nace-International-Report.pdf 2 Saupi, S. R. A., Sulaiman, M. A., & Masri, M. N. (2015). Effects of Soil Properties to Corrosion of Underground Pipelines: A Review. Journal of Tropical Resources and Sustainable Science, 3, 14–18. Retrieved from https://jtrss.org/JTRSS/volume3/UN-18/3-1-14-18.pdf

Table 1: Atmospheric-corrosivity categories and typical environments. CORROSIVITY CATEGORY

EXTERIOR

C1 (Very Low)

INTERIOR Heated buildings with clean atmospheres (e.g. offices, shops, schools, hotels).

C2 (Low)

Atmospheres with low level of pollution: mostly rural areas.

Unheated buildings where condensation can occur, e.g. depots, sports halls.

C3 (Medium)

Urban and industrial atmospheres, moderate sulphur dioxide pollution; coastal areas with low salinity.

Production rooms with high humidity and some air pollution (e.g. food-processing plants, laundries, breweries, dairies).

C4 (High)

Industrial areas and coastal areas with moderate salinity.

Chemical plants, swimming pools, coastal ships and boatyards.

C5 (Very High)

Industrial areas with high humidity and aggressive atmosphere and coastal areas with high salinity.

Buildings or areas with almost permanent condensation and with high pollution.

CX (Extreme)

Offshore areas with high salinity, industrial areas with extreme humidity and aggressive atmosphere and subtropical and tropical atmospheres.

Industrial areas with extreme humidity and aggressive atmosphere.

Note: Corrosivity categories can also be estimated by considering the combined effect of the following environment factors: yearly time of wetness, yearly mean concentration of sulphur dioxide and yearly mean deposition of chloride (see ISO 9223). The loss values used for the corrosivity categories are identical to those given in ISO 9223.

Table 2: Categories for water and soil. CATEGORY

ENVIRONMENT

EXAMPLES OF ENVIRONMENT AND STRUCTURES

IM1

Fresh Water

River installations, hydro-electronic power plants.

IM2

Sea or brackish water

Immersed structures without cathodic protection (e.g. harbour areas with structures like sluice gates, locks or jetties).

IM3

Soil

Buried tanks, steel piles, steel pipes.

IM4

Sea or brackish water

Immersed structures with cathodic protection (e.g. offshore structures).

Note: For corrosivity category IM1 and IM3, cathodic protection can be used with a paint system tested accordingly.

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2. Desired Durability Next to be considered is the durability or performance of the coating system before first major maintenance. Minor maintenance should be carried out regularly in order to achieve the required lifespan of the coating system to first major maintenance. Common durability considerations include design of the structure, conditions during application, time to first maintenance and accessibility for maintenance. DURABILITY

YEARS TO FIRST MAJOR MAINTENANCE

Low (L)

up to 7 years

Medium (M)

7 to 15 years

High (H)

15 to 25 years

Very High (VH)

more than 25 years

3. Select ISO 12944 compliant coating system Once you’ve determined the environment and desired durability, it’s time to choose an ISO 12944 compliant coating system for your project. There are extensive ranges of coating systems available in the market today, catering to both atmospheric and immersion corrosion categories, for carbon steel to hot dip galvanised steel and so forth. YOUR SOLUTIONS TO CORROSION As a global leader in coating technologies with a database of more than 10,000 paint formulations, Nippon Paint Malaysia prides itself in being a Total Coating Solutions provider. Nippon Paint places strong emphasis in Research and Development (R&D) activities, which remains a core priority to its success in product innovation, producing the widest range of innovative and protective products for surfaces, from roof to floor and everything in between. Nippon Paint Protective Coatings are specially formulated solutions that protect surfaces that are highly prone to corrosion, rust, and the detrimental effects of the environment. These are ideal for any metal surfaces i.e., structural steel works, storage 28 July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz

tanks (for edible products, fuel, oil, water and etc.), pipes, piles, vessels and metal bridges. Nippon Paint’s anti-corrosion solutions encompass two types of coating systems: ➤ Conventional Protective Coatings Nippon Paint’s conventional protective coatings are specially developed to protect surfaces under normal service condition to an environment of light moisture condensation and presence of mild corrosive chemical. ➤ Heavy-Duty Protective Coatings Nippon Paint also has an extensive range of heavy-duty protective coatings that are designed to protect surfaces under severe service condition exposed to an environment of medium to high condensation and presence of corrosive chemicals. NOTABLE PROJECTS Nippon Paint Malaysia takes pride in being part of many completed projects across Malaysia. Among the projects that used Nippon Paint Protective Coatings include: ❖ IM4U Youth Centre, Selangor ❖ Legoland, Johor ❖ Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur ❖ Kelloggs Factory, Negeri Sembilan ❖ Kimanis Power Plant, Sarawak ❖ Manjung 4 Turbine Hall, Perak

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Concepts & Designs

(Source: clouarchitects.com)

SANYA JINMAO FARM LAB @ Hainan, China

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(Source: clouarchitects.com)

he recently completed Sanya Jinmao Farm Lab by CLOU Architects is a multi-functional exhibition and retail space located in the Nanfan High Tech District of Sanya on tropical Hainan Island, China. The client is Jinmao Sanya Nanfan Rongmao Real Estate Co., Ltd. Situated on a 6,900 sqm site, the project takes shape as a four-storey structure focused on the modern organic agriculture display and development of lifestyles. The intricate system of voids fades away the traditional boundaries between nature and the city, allowing seamless coexistence among technology and life, maximizing visitors’ communication and interactions. CLOU Architects sought to combine the climate features of the region, integrating its scientific and technological farming elements. As part of an exhibition centre, the farm lab incorporates high-tech displays such as agricultural robotics and indoor vertical farming, introducing a brand new farm-to-table experience. The project’s intention is to present the high-level technologies to the public in real-time, emphasizing the evolution of agricultural techs developed in society and education sectors. The architects completed the architectural structure and internal layout into three phases, taking into consideration: platforms, staircases, and sun protection. In the beginning, the architects constructed the outdoor public space outlined with clear scales and rich levels responding to the four storeys’ functional massing. The cantilever on the second floor created a semi-outdoor rain shelter for the lower level that accommodates bar and restaurant areas and a playing outdoor public platform. The second point of action was directed to the knitted outdoor public spaces combined with outdoor circulation. A sculptural spiral stair dominates the interior while huge stairs of the multifunctional theatre connect the indoor and outdoor areas, providing an easier transition through the spaces. The architects also added a timber grid structure – inspired by the traditional house of Hainan Li nationality - ensuring transparency and visual interaction between the levels. Furthermore, the grid helps natural light and ventilation to flow through the interior, reducing at the same time sunlight absorption by 70% and offers an open view towards the surrounding scenery. (Source: designboom.com)

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Concepts & Designs

The architecture was calibrated to comprise as much greenery as possible into the spatial experience and sensorial perception, including the visual extension of architectural understanding of contemporary design and how it moves beyond sizes. (Source: Panjwani Vinay)

SHIBORI OFFICE @ Gujarat, India

(Source: Panjwani Vinay)

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his is a site office of a real estate development where visitors can familiarise themselves with the salient features of the premium Apartment scheme. The 1,890 sq ft office is more than just a workspace – it also carried the responsibility of demonstrating some of the core concepts of the upcoming scheme – which were attention to context, an out-of-the-box articulation, and the harnessing of natural resources integrating the core philosophy of biophilia. Designed by The Grid Architects, the site stands at a corner junction and will eventually enjoy the widest road of the city surrounded by prime educational institutes and hi-tech office buildings. Its dynamism and incredible ability to transform any space throughout the day by the drama it creates in conjunction with architectural features are unmatched. In this particular case, the epiphany was the rays of light flowing in through the holes in a tin roof of a structure at the site. The dotted effect of the sunlight had a powerful effect on that space, and we set out to harness a little bit of that power. The result was a perforated fabric that was permeable to sunlight. The dots turned our minds to Shibori, the Japanese resist dyeing technique characterized by circles and circular forms. Spatially, the circles (cut-outs) are actually a perforated entrance (envelope) that welcomes sunlight and creates patterns, enacting a powerful drama through the day. The gradation of punctures is strategic: the larger cut-outs are at the bottom and the smaller ones are at the upper part to allow the sunlight to come in a controlled, comfortable manner. In tandem with sunlight, materials, textures, and colour play their part, too, in the narrative. The concrete architectural envelope is painted bright terracotta red, which under the sun’s effulgence, becomes even more riveting and eye-catching. The simple, mature and functional interiors are

(Source: Panjwani Vinay)

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Concepts & Designs

The architect decided to move away from the usual stereotype of a ‘site office’ to something that was timeless and created a landmark. (Source: Panjwani Vinay)

articulated in MS, wood and ceramic patterned tiles. These are also uplifted by the spectacular sciagraphy that unfolds through the day in the most effective way. Space is in the form of a simple “L” shape, with a multipurpose room at the junction of the two arms. One part is dedicated to the reception/waiting area and a series of cabins, orchestrated linearly, while the other comprises the meeting room. Pockets of courtyards play the dual role to unify spaces as well as acting as an intervening buffer. These also positively impact the indoor air quality and consequently, the health of users. The plinth of the L-shaped office is elevated by 1.5 feet to create a floating effect. The façade that faces the road has full gazing screened by brisesoleils with circular cut-outs to protect from the harsh southwest sunlight. This tempered natural light makes the spaces look less confined and brings about vitality, energy, and productivity. The inside façade of the “L” shape is fully glazed so that all the office remains connected in view and spirit to the ongoing construction and derives some of its energy from the movement of the workers. A continuous fully glazed window lets light in and offers an unobstructed view and a protected connection to the outdoors. The dramatic effect of the cut-outs as shadows is captured throughout the day, with each moment bringing a different feel – from the soft morning light to the evening sunset – transforming the space from one hour to the next. The story that unfolds is a saga of love between sunlight and the perforated screen, and the vibration it creates in the space. Light as empowerment of space. Light as an animating force. Light as a medium of well-being. Light as a design tool. The architect explored all aspects of light to create a space that stood at the intersection of these ideas. The architectural envelope was not designed for itself, but as a meaningful screen that would allow us to articulate this core concept. More so, it also became an element that played a pragmatic role in the interior development and impacted the interiors such that the inside and the outside became one. This project highlights several aspects of the architect’s philosophy – the respect for natural resources, a harnessing of earth energies including meaningful and biophilic design that converses with the environment. This is not a superficial façade treatment but a Meaningful Screen as an Architecture element serving as a functional element for the interior too. The purity of the structure in conversation with sunlight highlights the ethos of the design philosophy. (Source: archdaily.com)

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The multi-functional and multi-disciplinary character of the structure has a deep emotional relationship between the building and humans celebrating light and shadow. (Source: Panjwani Vinay)

(Source: Panjwani Vinay)

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Landscape

HENDERSON CIFI TIANDI The street of 1,000 red jars

uangpu District is the birthplace of Shanghai’s local culture, industry and the Communist Party of China. Its rich cultures include old houses in alleyways such as the Yuyuan Garden; modern industry such as Jiangnan Shipyard; diversified architecture such as the historic buildings on the Bund; and the classic Shikumen buildings as well as historical sites related with the history of the country’s communist party. Shanghai’s transformation into a metropolis takes roots here. Today’s Huangpu District is sometimes referred to as “New Huangpu”, the result of the merger of three long-standing districts of Shanghai: Nanshi, Huangpu and Luwan. Each of these districts has its own distinct history and character.

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While Shanghai is popular for many places and reasons, the French Concession is somewhere on top of that list. The Former French Concession has long put its stamp on this part of Shanghai, and it was obviously an honour for French architect Ateliers Jean Nouvel to design an urban space here in tune with its urbanism, its plane trees, narrow streets, and inhabited landscapes. Between Ma Dang and Dan Shui streets, it was tempting to create a shortcut that would be an urban and commercial passageway, a sequence evoking vanished surroundings that have been completely reimagined and are new and modern; a high, narrow street that’s covered and protected. The buildings need to know where they reside so as to create a desire for unique and unpredictable walks. Being open, the project fits into the quarter’s geometry. The exterior, in a greyish-

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beige colour, offers glimpses through the two entrances on Ma Dang and Dan Shui streets, of a surprising array of lights, colours, and vegetation. A shopping street on two levels, sequenced by overhead walkways and small bridges, is submerged between two flowery walls made up of rows of earthenware jars planted with different species, both green and coloured. First commissioned in July 2014 and completed in May 2021, the project is situated on an 8,400m2 site. It has a total floor area of 40,000m2, with 25,000m2 for offices and 15,000m2 for basement retail, food and beverage area. The complementarity between the shops facing each other, the activities of the offices, and the restaurants up under the roofs, creates a familiar and naturally animated street, setting pleasing walks as a target and offering an inviting new itinerary between Ma Dang and Dan Shui streets. Shadowplays produced by the adjustable slats of the blinds, in front of windows bordered by huge flowerpots, play on the mystery of presences and activities thereby protected, while inventing a landscape of vegetal friezes in the colours of the season and of the different flowers. The walls of the passageway will be painted in variations of brown, amber, orange and multiple reds. Ateliers Jean Nouvel noted that: “I’ve imagined all these loving details to enrich Shanghai, on the Huai Hai side, with this unique new open-and-covered street: ‘the street of 1000 red jars’.” (Source: Ateliers Jean Nouvel. Photo ©10 Studio. 恒基-旭辉新天地/The Roof)

(Source: Ateliers Jean Nouvel)

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B&I PROJECT REPORT MALAYSIA ANCUBIC CAPITAL SDN BHD

Residensi Rimba @ Cubic Botanical, Bangsar South, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. PROJECT REF. 0221-7138 CLASSIFICATION Serviced Apartment STAGE OF PROJECT Structural LOCATION Lot 5598, Jalan 2/112C, Pantai Dalam, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. (GPS: 3.093494, 101.666936) APPROX. PROJECT COST Undisclosed APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 1Q 2019 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 4Q 2022 DEVELOPER Ancubic Capital Sdn Bhd (A subsidiary of Ancubic Group) Tel: +603-8076 7768 E-mail: inquiry@ancubic.com Web: https://ancubic.com Sales & Marketing Manager: Mr Alan Teong ARCHITECT WangHC Architect Tel: +603-6201 9668 / 6203 9668 E-mail: hancwang@gmail.com Principal: Ar Hanc Wang Hon Choon C & S ENGINEER VED Engineers Sdn Bhd Tel: +603 8065 2688 Fax: +603 8065 1688 E-mail: vedesb@vedesb.com Web: www.vedesb.com Director: Ir Reineke Lok M & E ENGINEER Oracle M&E Consult Sdn Bhd Tel: +603 8062 0936 E-mail: oraclemne@gmail.com Director: Mr Ben Fong Seik Foo QUANTITY SURVEYOR YCL Consult Tel: +603-9226 3577 / 3677 E-mail: yclconsult@mail.com / qs@yclconsult.com.my Web: www.yclconsult.com.my Principal: Sr Yaw Chan Leong MAIN CONTRACTOR Ancubic Construction Sdn Bhd (A subsidiary of Ancubic Group) Tel: +603-8076 7768 E-mail: project@ancubic.com Web: https://ancubic.com Sales & Marketing Manager: Mr Alan Teong 42 July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz

BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed development is a residential component of Cubic Botanical, a mixed-use project that also includes retail spaces and offices. There will be about 1,161 units of serviced apartments spread across two blocks

that stand on 3.5 acres of freehold land with a commercial title.The serviced apartments are available in four design layouts with built-up areas between 518 - 900 sq ft. Apart from dualkey units, there are also penthouses spanning from 1,701 - 2,422 sq ft.

ASET KAYAMAS SDN BHD

Antara Genting Highlands Resort Suites @ Bentong, Pahang, Malaysia. PROJECT REF. 0321-7150 CLASSIFICATION Mixed Development STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION PT 23923 HS(D) 18603 (Lot Baru 43031), Genting Highlands, Mukim Bentong, Daerah Bentong, Pahang, Malaysia. (GPS Coordinates: 3.418067, 101.788528) APPROX. PROJECT COST Undisclosed APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 3Q 2020 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 4Q 2023 DEVELOPER Aset Kayamas Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7989 9888 E-mail: enquiry@asetkayamas.com Web: https://asetkayamas.com/ Project General Manager: Mr Ben Ching ARCHITECT A & A Architects Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-2163 3113 E-mail: aa@aaarchitects.com.my Web: https://aaarchitects.studio Director: Ar Ong Chee Soon C & S ENGINEER SNA Consult Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7729 2299 E-mail: snacslt@gmail.com Web: https://snaconsult.com.my/ Founding Director: Dato’ Ir Robert Ang M & E ENGINEER JY Consult PLT Tel: +603-8080 3639 E-mail: jyconsult168@yahoo.com Principal Engineer: Ir Raymond Lim QUANTITY SURVEYOR Vescope Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7710 0708 / 06 E-mail: admin@vescope.my Web: http://vescope.my/ Principal: Mr Wong Soon Boo MAIN CONTRACTOR To Be Appointed BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed mixed development comprises four towers of 44 to 46 storeys situated on a 5.33 acre freehold land nearby the Awana Skyway Chin Swee Station, one of the cable

car stations. Tower A and B will house a total of 1,460 serviced apartment units with built-ups from 450 sq ft onwards. Tower C will house a hotel including

all hotel-related facilities, as well as retail and advertisement space, employee hostel, managagement office space and carpark.

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B&I PROJECT REPORT MALAYSIA ASPIRASI KUKUH SDN BHD

Petaling Street Residences @ Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. PROJECT REF. 0221-7139 CLASSIFICATION Serviced Apartment STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION Lot 50, Seksyen 26, Jalan Balai Polis, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. (GPS Coordinates: 3.140797, 101.696626) APPROX. PROJECT COST Undisclosed APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 4Q 2019 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 4Q 2023 DEVELOPER Aspirasi Kukuh Sdn Bhd (GSH Corporation Ltd Tradewinds Corporation Bhd - JV) Tel: +603-2332 3113 / +603-2727 7000 E-mail: klmarketing@gshcorporation.com Web: www.gshcorporation.com / www.tradewindscorp.com GSH Project Manager: Ms Angeline Teoh ARCHITECT YTS Architecture Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-9200 8888 E-mail: hl@ytskk.com.my Architect: Ms Nur Aqilah C & S ENGINEER C&S Engineers Alliance Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7931 8812 E-mail: admin@e-alliance.com.sg Web: https://engineers-alliance.com Assoc. Director: Er Lim Kok Shen M & E ENGINEER J Roger Preston (M) Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-4270 4663 E-mail: info@jrp.com.my Web: www.jrp-group.com Director: Mr Choo Heng Wah QUANTITY SURVEYOR Arcadis (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-2106 8000 E-mail: info-my@arcadis.com Web: www.arcadis.com Executive Director: Mr Jeffrey Lim MAIN CONTRACTOR Aneka Jaringan Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-8657 5150 E-mail: info@ajgroup.my Web: www.anekajaringan.com Contract Manager: Mr Tham Kai How 44 July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz

BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed development comprises one block of 69-storey residential tower on a 1.4ha land parcel. Yielding around 1,880 units of luxury serviced apartment, it boasts a pool deck and

gym at level 68 as well as a roof top viewing deck offering a panoramic view of the city. It is only a 5-minute walk to Chinatown and Pasar Seni MRT station.

BERKELEY SDN BHD

Berkeley Uptown @ Klang, Selangor, Malaysia. PROJECT REF. 0221-7140 CLASSIFICATION Mixed Development STAGE OF PROJECT Structural LOCATION PT 4199 on part of Lot PT 4192, Jalan Tampin 1/KU1, Daerah Klang, Selangor, Malaysia. (GPS Coordinates: 3.055615,101.444134) APPROX. PROJECT COST RM1.2 billion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 4Q 2018 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 3Q 2023 DEVELOPER Berkeley Sdn Bhd (A subsidiary of Paramount Corporation Bhd) Tel: +603-2770 9100 E-mail: info@pcb.my Web: https://paramountproperty.my Project Manager: Mr Alex Foong ARCHITECT BEP Akitek Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7806 1888 E-mail: bep@bepakitek.com Web: www.bepakitek.com C & S ENGINEER TY Lin International Tel: +603-78043313 E-mail: general@tylin.com.my Web: www.tylin.com Managing Director: Mr Chin Chee Wee M & E ENGINEER Li-Zainal Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7877 7998 / 7198 E-mail: info@li-zainal.com Web: http://li-zainal.com Director: Ir Dr Samad bin Solbai QUANTITY SURVEYOR JUBM Sdn Bhd (A subsidiary of Arcadis (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd) Tel: +603-2106 8000 E-mail: info-my@arcadis.com Web: www.arcadis.com Director: Mr Syed Mahadzir Syed Ahmad MAIN CONTRACTOR Paramount Property Construction Sdn Bhd (A subsidiary of Paramount Corporation Berhad) Tel: +603-2770 9100 E-mail: info@pcb.my Web: https://paramountproperty.my Asst General Manager: Mr Oh Ah Leong

BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed development is expected to include a Sri KDU International School, serviced apartments, commercial zone, offices and a public park on a 33.12 acres freehold land. Currently under construction is Uptown Residences, which comprises six blocks of 32-storey residential towers housing 736

serviced apartment units on a 5.17 acres land parcel. The units are available in five design layouts, sized from 551 - 1,588 sq ft with two bedroom to 4 + 1 bedrooms. Among the facilities available include a leisure park, jogging & bicycle track, swimming pool for adult and children, gym station and indoor, children’s playground, multipurpose hall and etc. July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz 45

B&I PROJECT REPORT MALAYSIA CENANG RESORT SDN BHD Tropicana Cenang @ Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia. PROJECT REF. 0221-7141 CLASSIFICATION Mixed development STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION Lot PT 375, Seksyen 4, Bandar Padang Matsirat, Daerah Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia. (GPS Coordinates: 6.285929, 99.729898) APPROX. PROJECT COST >RM1 billion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 1Q 2021 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 2024 DEVELOPER Cenang Resort Sdn Bhd (A subsidiary of Tropicana Corporation Berhad) Tel: +603-7663 6888 E-mail: enquiry@tropicanacorp.com.my Web: www.tropicanacorp.com.my Chairman: Datuk Wira Abdullah Hasnan Bin Kamaruddin ARCHITECT SA Architects Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-5650 5156 E-mail: saa@saa.com.my Web: www.saa.com.my Managing Director: Mr Low Mun Wai C & S ENGINEER Care of Developer M & E ENGINEER Care of Developer QUANTITY SURVEYOR Jurukur Bahan AAR Tel: +603-4107 6626 Quantity Surveyor: Sr Farah Hanim Binti Ahmed Azhar Merican -JVMY Jurukur Bahan Perunding Tel: +607-5953 657 E-mail: myjubp@gmail.com Principal: Sr Abdul Mutalib Bin Ya’cob MAIN CONTRACTOR To Be Appointed BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed development is located on a 5.28-acre tract fronting the Andaman Sea, to be developed in several phases. In addition to a 350-room 46 July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz

hotel, it has two 40-storey towers comprising a total of 1,102 serviced apartment units that are fully furnished and available in five design options with built-up areas from 380 - 1,380 sq ft

(studio to 4-bedroom). The development will also have 16 commercial units with built-ups from 479 sq ft onwards.

JAYYID LAND SDN BHD

J.Satine Residences @ Setapak, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. PROJECT REF. 0321-7151 CLASSIFICATION Mixed Development STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION Lot 27211, Jalan Kilang Tiga, Mukim Setapak, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. (GPS Coordinates: 3.201981, 101.721893) APPROX. PROJECT COST To Be Announced APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 4Q 2020 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 4Q 2023 DEVELOPER Jayyid Land Sdn Bhd (Platinum Victory Development Sdn Bhd & Jakel Properties Sdn Bhd - JV) Tel: +603-4108 8666 E-mail: sales@platinumvictory.com Web: www.platinumvictory.com Executive Director: Mr Gan Yee Hin ARCHITECT Arkitektiga Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-8689 5045 E-mail: admin@arkitektiga.com Web: www.arkitektiga.com Director: Mr Hussayni Mohammed C & S ENGINEER SOE Consult Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7661 1789 E-mail: soe@soec.my Web: www.soec.cf Executive Director: Ir Tan Chee Hong M & E ENGINEER LMC Consult Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7725 7018 E-mail: lmc03sb@gmail.com Director (Electrical): Ir Moo Sze Foo Director (Mechanical): Mr Chan Tiew Kong QUANTITY SURVEYOR Jurukur Bahan FPS Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-9131 878 E-mail: fps@fpsqs.com.my Web: http://fpsqs.com.my Co-Founder: Mr Foo Chow Luh MAIN CONTRACTOR To Be Appointed BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed affordable development is located on a 9.19-acre site and will encompass serviced

apartments, SOHO and retail units, to be built in three phases. The leasehold project is expected to have four towers housing a total of 3,600 units atop a 8-storey podium. It will also have

a variety of lifestyle facilities such as swimming pool, playground, gym room, basketball court, community garden and etc.

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B&I PROJECT REPORT MALAYSIA JKG CENTRAL PARK SDN BHD

The Era @ Duta North, Segambut, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. (Phase 2) PROJECT REF. 0321-7152 CLASSIFICATION Serviced Apartment STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION Lot-Lot 80941 (Lot Lama 1470), 80942 (Lot Lama 2984), 80943 (Lot Lama 38755), 4397, 46260 and 46261 and on part of Lot-Lot 2983 and 46262, Jalan Segambut, Mukim Batu, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. (GPS Coordinates: 3.182916,101.676509) APPROX. PROJECT COST RM2.5 billion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 3Q 2020 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 2024 DEVELOPER JKG Central Park Sdn Bhd (A subsidiary of JKG Land Berhad) Tel: +603-2775 8688 E-mail: salesinfo@jkgland.com Web: www.jkgland.com Managing Director: Datuk Teh Kean Ming ARCHITECT NRY Architects Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-4043 1348 E-mail: enquiry@nrasb.com.my Web: http://nry.com.my Project Director: Mr Tan Ching Kee C & S ENGINEER TY Lin International Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7804 3313 E-mail: general@tylin.com.my Web: www.tylin.com Managing Director: Mr Chin Chee Wee M & E ENGINEER Perunding Kotrek Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-5631 9606 E-mail: admin@kotrek.com.my Web: www.kotrek.com.my Managing Director: Ir Yip Fook Keong QUANTITY SURVEYOR RL Bersepadu Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-6207 9991 E-mail: kf.lai@my.rlb.com Web: www.rlb.com Director: Dato’ Lai Kar Fook Lai MAIN CONTRACTOR China State Construction Engineering (M) Sdn Bhd 48 July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz

Tel: +603-2714 2089 E-mail: cscec.malaysia@gmail.com Web: https://english.cscec.com/ Project Manager: Mr Tim Ye Zhang BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed development comprises two blocks of serviced apartments (standing at 56 and 59 storeys respectively) with a total of 996 units,

and 9-storey podium with 1 floor to be furnished with recreational facilities and 8 floors of carpark with retail space as well as basement carpark. The overall masterplan of The ERA @ Duta North features six residential blocks on a landscaped deck above a three-storey retail podium spanning 6-ha of freehold land, to be built in three phases.

MOMENTUMACE SDN BHD

D’Vervain Residences @ Central Park, Damansara, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia. PROJECT REF. 0321-7148 CLASSIFICATION Serviced Apartment STAGE OF PROJECT Structural LOCATION Lots PT50934 - PT50935 (HSD 321516-321517), PT51550 (HSD 321459), PT51551 (HSD 321460), PT51552 (HSD 321518), and Lot 84846 (PN 116648), Jalan PJU 8/8, Mukim Sungai Buloh, Daerah Petaling, Selangor, Malaysia. (GPS Coordinates: 3.174218, 101.616599) APPROX. PROJECT COST >RM100 million APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 1Q 2020 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 2024 DEVELOPER Momentumace Sdn Bhd (A member of Exsim Group) Tel: +603-8993 9911 E-mail: info@exsim.com.my Web: https://exsim.com.my/ Managing Director: Mr Lim Aik Hoe ARCHITECT Ping Ng Architect Tel: +603-7733 4889 E-mail: pingngarchitect@gmail.com Web: https://pingngarchitect.com/ Principal: Ar Ng Ping Ping C & S ENGINEER Jurutera Perunding Prestasi Rekabina Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-8051 3535 E-mail: jpprsb@gmail.com Engineer: Mr Tang Kee Chong M & E ENGINEER LMC Consult Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7725 7018 E-mail: lmc03sb@gmail.com Web: https://lmcconsult.business.site/ Engineer: Ir Moo Sze Foo QUANTITY SURVEYOR SC QS Consult Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-8023 8812 / 1355 E-mail: scqs21@scqsconsult.com Director: Mr Chris Chew MAIN CONTRACTOR Binastra Construction (M) Sdn Bhd (A subsidiary of Binastra Land)

Tel: +603-8998 7666 / 7555 E-mail: sales@binastra.com.my Web: https://binastra.com.my BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed development is situated on a 2.78 acres of leashold land parcel within Central Park Damansara project. It comprises two blocks of 36-storey residential towers that sits on a 8-storey carpark podium. It offers a total

of 1,066 serviced apartment units with built-up areas of 550 sq ft, 900 sq ft and 1,100 sq ft (2 - 4 bedrooms). It has one floor furnished with various facilities including basketball court, swimming pool, playground, outback grill, tranquil pavilion, and etc. The estimated GDV of Central Park Damansara will be RM9 billion; the entire masterplan is expected to take 8 years to complete. July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz 49

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Aster Villa @ Pearl City, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia.

PROJECT REF. 0221-7143 CLASSIFICATION Residential STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION Jalan Tasek Mutiara 9, Pearl City, Simpang Ampat, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. (GPS Coordinates: 5.277688, 100.487287) APPROX. PROJECT COST RM151 million APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 1Q 2021 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 2Q 2024 DEVELOPER Palmington Sdn Bhd (A subsidiary of Tambun Indah Land Berhad) Tel: +604-3240 088 E-mail: marketing@tambunindah.com Web: www.tambunindah.com Managing Director: Mr Teh Deng Wei ARCHITECT Arkitek Permata Sdn Bhd Tel: +604-2290 835 E-mail: admin@arkitekpermata.com Web: https://arkitekpermata.com/ Director: Dato’ Ar Teng Chew Hoe C & S ENGINEER GTP Consultants Sdn Bhd Tel: +604-3329 637 E-mail: admin@gtpcsb.com Web: https://gtpcsb.com/ Director: Mr Chew AB 50 July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz

M & E ENGINEER Care of Developer QUANTITY SURVEYOR Care of Developer MAIN CONTRACTOR Pembinaan WY Sdn Bhd 2, Jalan Tambun, Taman Tambun Emas 14100 Simpang Ampat, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. Tel: +6012- 402 8793 Director: Mr Wee Soon Ching BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed development is the latest addition

to Pearl City, a new self-contained township spanning about 1,200-acre township in Simpang Ampat. This development will feature a gated and guarded housing scheme comprising 163 units of 2-storey terrace houses with built-up area of 20′ × 42′, and 92 units semi-detached houses with built-up area of 22′ × 43′. Both residential houses offer different design types, with a minimum land size of 1,240 sq ft. The development will have various facilities that include a clubhouse, swimming pool and wading pool, community hall, several gardens, fitness corner, gym and etc.

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Kompleks Pendidikan Al-Ummah @ Kinta, Perak, Malaysia.

PROJECT REF. 0221-7144 CLASSIFICATION Education STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION Lot 62592, Kampung Ulu Chepor, Mukim Hulu Kinta, Daerah Kinta, Perak, Malaysia. (GPS Coordinates: 4.700986, 101.084692) APPROX. PROJECT COST >RM100 million APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 4Q 2020 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE To Be Determined DEVELOPER Seri Al-Ummah Tel: +605-2014 924 / +6011-2421 0910 E-mail: kpuperak@gmail.com Web: www.alummahipoh.edu.my Chairman: Haji Mohd Tarmizi Abdul Hamid ARCHITECT Roslan Omar Architect Tel: +605-3130 902 E-mail: archiro@ymail.com Principal: Mr Razlan bin Abdul Rahim C & S ENGINEER Jurutera Perunding Primareka Tel : +603 5882 7913 E-mail: general@primareka.com Web: www.primareka.com Director (Structural): Ir Ong Teik Jin M & E ENGINEER Jurutera Nusantara Bersekutu Sdn Bhd Tel: +605-5453 042 E-mail: jnbsb@jnbsb.com / zeq2010@gmail.com Director: Ir Zakaria Awang

QUANTITY SURVEYOR Care of Developer MAIN CONTRACTOR To Be Appointed BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed development comprises the

construction and completion of a 5-storey primary school building with 36 classrooms, a 5-storey high school building with 24 classroms, a 4-storey block for pre-school, a 3-storey block with cafeteria and auditorium with facilities including football field and assembly area.

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Linkhouses @ Setia Safiro, Cyberjaya, Malaysia. (Phase 3) PROJECT REF. 0221-7147 CLASSIFICATION Residential STAGE OF PROJECT Planning & Conceptual LOCATION Part of PT58749 (Blok 17), Cyber 10, Cyberjaya, Mukim Dengkil, Daerah Sepang, Selangor, Malaysia. (GPS Coordinates: 2.902950, 101.634021) APPROX. PROJECT COST >RM50 million APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 1Q 2021 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 4Q 2022 DEVELOPER Setia Safiro Sdn Bhd (a subsidiary of SP Setia) Tel: +603-8008 2228 E-mail: safiro-sales@spsetia.com Web: www.spsetia.com Contract Manager: Mr Ho Boon Khiong ARCHITECT CSM Architects Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-4065 0263 E-mail: arch@csmarchitects.com Web: www.csmarchitects.com Co-Principal: Mr Jacky Lee C & S ENGINEER CIVIL: Jurutera Perunding Tekadmaju Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-8075 6565 E-mail: info.jpt@jptm.com.my Web: http://jptm.com.my/ Managing Director: Ir Poobalan Trifchelvam STRUCTURAL: SNA Consult Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7729 2299 E-mail: snacslt@gmail.com Web: https://snaconsult.com.my/ Director: Ir Bobby Soon M & E ENGINEER KVA Konsult Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-5891 5812 E-mail: kvaconsult@gmail.com Director: Ir Chong Fatt Yee QUANTITY SURVEYOR Care of Developer MAIN CONTRACTOR To Be Appointed 52 July-August 2021 | www.b-i.biz

BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed development is the latest addition to Setia Safiro, a 55-acre freehold township in Cyberjaya. It will offer 98 units of double-storey

linkhouses with built-up area of 22’ × 70’. Listing will be updated when new information is available.

JAWATANKUASA PEMBANGUNAN SMJK YU HUA 2 KAJANG SMJK Yu Hua 2 @ Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia.

PROJECT REF. 0221-7137 CLASSIFICATION Education STAGE OF PROJECT Tender LOCATION Jalan Low Ti Kok, Bandar Kajang, 43000 Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia. (GPS Coordinates: 2.995894, 101.790729) APPROX. PROJECT COST >RM30 million APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 2Q 2021 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE To Be Determined DEVELOPER Jawatankuasa Pembangunan SMJK Yu Hua 2 Kajang Tel: +6018-393 1218 E-mail: contact@yuhua2.edu.my Web: www.yuhua2.edu.my Procurement: Ms Christina Chen ARCHITECT Arkitek Daya Seni Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7785 5180 E-mail: adssb1@gmail.com Web: www.architects-ads.com Principal: Ar Chan Seong Aun C & S ENGINEER JPS Consulting Engineers Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7955 2496 E-mail: jpsconsult@yahoo.com Director: Ir Yoke Loong Goh M & E ENGINEER JY Consult PLT Tel: +603-8080 3639 E-mail: jyconsult168@yahoo.com Principal Engineer: Ir Raymond Lim

QUANTITY SURVEYOR Econcos Consultant Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-6277 4921/5921/6921 E-mail: info@econcos.com Web: www.econcos.com Director: Sr Wong Seat Sin MAIN CONTRACTOR To Be Appointed

BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed project involves the construction and completion of a new National-type Chinese secondary high school.The project will comprise one block of 7-storey school building for classrooms, laboratory and school’s administration as well as a 4-storey subbasement carpark.

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