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IM GROUP’s Inkmaker joint ventures with Longtec in China Inkmaker Shanghai, the Chinese subsidiary of the recently rebranded IM GROUP (formerly Inkmaker Group), has announced the establishment of a joint-venture company in China called “Inkmaker Intelligent Systems (Shanghai) Ltd Co” with Zhuhai Longtec Corp Ltd, better known as Longtec.

The new JV partnership is aimed specifically at the paint and coating, ink and chemical manufacturing industry in China and will focus on formulation related applications; dispensing, dosing, MES (Manufacturing Execution System), weighing, tinting and filling.

Inkmaker Shanghai Ltd Co, established in 2004 by Inkmaker Srl (Italy) and Inkmaker Asia Sdn Bhd (Malaysia), is an already recognised manufacturer of integrated and automated dispensing systems for the above-mentioned fields in China.

“Inkmaker Shanghai will continue, as before, retaining its existing clients directly and agent network in various market segments of China. Yet in addition, this JV offers both companies a turbo boost,” said Lau Kar Seng, General Manager of Inkmaker Shanghai and board member of IM GROUP. “Our objective for forming a JV company is to significantly increase our market reach and presence by getting closer to China-based clients and to offer a combined strength through various approaches, namely by customising clients’ technical requirements; by providing project management support; by innovating products to fit all ranges of ROI; by offering higher value (not price) products; and finally, by offering our reliable after sales support,” Lau explained.

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IM GROUP, is the only European dispensing-system manufacturer to have an assembly plant in China. This alone has gained them significant inroads into the Chinese market, where they are now recognised as a trusted leader, within their industries. Their reputation and quality, backed by their products and renowned software, precedes them, and for us it is an honour to JV with them,” said He Xiao Dong, owner of Longtec.

“With Longtec’s involvement – through our network and capacity to provide intelligent factory solutions within our industries – we are perfectly matched to complement each other’s products and services,” He added.

Established in 2004 and listed on the Shenzhen New Third Board, Zhuhai Longtec Corp Ltd is committed to the research and development of embedded intelligent control and process measurement products in instrument devices, Human-Interface devices, Software and Automated Process Equipment in various industrial fields.

“On behalf of the board, we are very pleased with this new synergy between Longtec and our subsidiary in China, Inkmaker Shanghai. Until now, both companies have shared customers in common, being involved at different stages and processes. Now, with the formation of Inkmaker Intelligent System (China) Ltd Co, both will be able to combine their sales force and product resources to penetrate the China market even further. We, at IM GROUP, are convinced that the biggest winners of this investment will be our clients,” concluded Roberto Guerra, CEO Asia Pacific of IM GROUP.

Nippon Paint’s new improved anti-viral and anti-bacterial range, proven 99.9% effective against COVID-19 Nippon Paint Malaysia, Malaysia’s No 1 total coatings solution provider has launched two additional anti-viral and anti-bacterial coatings with improved formula that are proven effective in preventing the spread of infectious diseases including COVID-19 (SARS-Cov-2).

The upgraded products include Spot-less Plus, an excellent low sheen indoor stain repellent paint; and Vinilex Fresh Plus, a smooth matt finishing paint with low odour and good washability properties ideal for interior walls. They will complement the existing VirusGuard mid sheen paint, which resist mold and fungus growth and providing ultra-low VOC, superior washability and long lasting colours.

Formulated with Silver Ion Technology, the newly improved anti-viral and anti-bacterial coatings can destroy microbes with high efficacy and proven from lab-test reports by Antimikrop R&D and Biocidal Analysis Laboratory to be 99.9% effective against harmful viruses and bacteria on painted surfaces.

The technology inhibits the spread of viruses and bacteria through a three-step approach – destroying the viruses and bacteria cell wall or membrane to make them non-functional, reducing their reproduction capability, and inhibiting

their survival which ultimately causes the death of the viruses and bacteria.

Yaw Seng Heng, Group Managing Director of Nippon Paint Malaysia Group said, “The anti-viral and anti-bacterial product range represents our relentless efforts in creating safer indoor homes, workspaces and public premises. We believe the newly improduct products rollout are timely as the lockdown restrictions are being lifted to provide an added layers of protection to our environment. In our drive to champion health and wellness, we are continuously seeking new opportunities and innovative solutions to bring added values for our customers whilst creating beautiful and healthy surroundings.”

Last year, Nippon Paint announced breakthrough test results by Analytical Lab Group, demonstrating VirusGuard’s effectiveness against the Human Coronavirus, ATCC VR-740, strain 229E. The results showed a 99.9% reduction in viral titer upon contact of the virus on the paint film, making it the first anti-microbial paint formulated with anti-viral and antibacterial performance in Malaysia. The paint can also destroy influenza virus like H1N1 (Swine Flu), hand-foot-and-mouth disease (Coxsackievirus A16), and bacteria eg E. Coli, MRSA and Staphylococcus

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The environmentally-friendly coating comes in various colour choices and highly recommended for use in any indoor space, both at residences and commercial areas.

The paints also offer other functional benefits such as anti-fungal, low odour, ultra-low VOC, stain repellant, superior washability, long-lasting colours and easy maintenance. They are affective against viruses and bacteria within six hours of exposure to painted surface.

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IEC+ joins IM GROUP Global technology leader IM GROUP has announced that IEC+ srl, the mechanical engineering specialist renowned for its design and manufacturing of dispersing, grinding and mixing equipment as well as complete engineering studies and turnkey solutions, has joined its ranks.

The much-awaited announcement, which was filmed on location at IEC+’s headquarters in Travesetolo in Parma, Italy as well as at Inkmaker in Shanghai, China and at IEC Plant Engineering’s headquarters in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, marked the Group’s closing quarter of 2021. This significant chapter, in IM GROUP’s evolution, rounds off a series of events and activities for the Group (previously Inkmaker Group), making it its most eventful year to date.

The decision to announce the joining of IEC+, six months after IM GROUP’s launch, was based on a two-pronged strategy.

Christophe Rizzo, CEO of EMEA/Americas of IM GROUP explained that “the initial phase was to lay the foundations of IM GROUP by structuring our brands to focus on their individual specialties, yet for them to come together to offer total process-engineering solutions, under a single group, when required. The second phase was to evolve this to an “Advanced” stage.”

“We are adding a significant boost to our portfolio with the addition of a company that will act as a central catalyst to unite and spearhead each of our other brands into ‘Advanced’ engineering solutions,” he emphasised.

IEC+, a respected brand in the mechanical engineering industry, has been partnering with IM GROUP for several years.

By offering Dispersing, Grinding and Mixing Equipment, IEC+ effectively becomes IM GROUP’s crowning stroke as it is set to elevate the group to a higher playing field.

In anticipation of this news spreading throughout the market, Roberto Guerra, CEO Asia Pacific of IM GROUP asserted, “…we are

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ready – with our industry-4.0-equipped factories – to offer our clients this next phase. Other than just expanding our premises we have been busy paving the way, by strengthening our bond with Malaysian-based IEC Plant Engineering, a specialist in this industry since 1992. They have an extensive sales and service network throughout South-East Asia especially in Malaysia, India and Vietnam. Additionally their CEO, PM Ravi, an existing shareholder of IEC+, has been fine-tuning an excellent inter-brand relationship with us, which is a bonus.”

Founding member of IEC+ Fabrizio Musi, who will stay on with the brand as operations manager said it was a pleasure to see it join IM GROUP. “This is a significant moment in a strategic global plan, I am confident that through IM GROUP’s leadership and by joining the IM GROUP family of brands, IEC+ has secured the continuity of its business and is set to make the group stronger and increase its market position. Antonio Riggio, is a proven General Manager with a very good track record and I warmly welcome him in his new role at IEC+.”

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From left: Kaushik Chakraborty (Vice President of Bentley Asia South) and Gan Boon Jin (President of Strides Engineering) at the MoU signing ceremony.

Bentley Systems and SMRT Trains collaborate to improve safety and reliability of metro rail services in Singapore Bentley Systems Inc., the infrastructure engineering software company, and SMRT Trains, the pioneer Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) operator in Singapore, have successfully completed the implementation of a Predictive Decision Support System (PDSS) for Singapore’s North-South and East-West lines, the oldest MRT lines in the country. SMRT Trains’ PDSS, which is based on Bentley’s AssetWise Linear Analytics, contributes to improving the reliability of the two lines across 282km of track and has helped SMRT Trains achieve more than one million kilometres between failure (MKBF). MKBF is a measure of reliability used by train operators around the world, where a failure is defined as a service delay of more than five minutes. Following this success, SMRT Trains has started implementing the PDSS solution on the Circle Line (CCL) in Singapore.

Bentley Systems and Strides Engineering, previously SMRT Services and a business arm of SMRT Corporation that provides a range of station-based engineering services, have recently announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly market a rail predictive maintenance solution in the Asia Pacific region. The MoU establishes a partnership between the two companies that combines strong technology expertise and rail operational capabilities to help urban rail and metro operators. Under the terms of the MoU, both organisations will market a rail predictive maintenance solution that visualizes 10 November-December 2021 | www.b-i.biz

all rail asset information and manages, monitors, and analyses rail conditions. Bentley Systems will continue to sell, implement, and support its AssetWise solution while Strides Engineering will market and deliver its domain experience and add-on applications for track maintenance.

Lam Sheau Kai, President of SMRT Trains, said, “Leveraging technology and taking pre-emptive actions are two very important components in the plan to help us improve and maintain rail reliability for the train lines SMRT Trains operates.

PDSS represents both components, and its successful implementation for the North-South and East-West lines has given us much confidence to scale it for the rest of our lines.”

President of Strides Engineering Gan Boon Jin commented that the company’s collaboration with Bentley Systems on the PDSS “demonstrates a firm partnership in combining strong domain and rail operational capabilities with proven technological expertise. The PDSS will enhance and optimize decision-making in rail maintenance. We look forward to bringing the best practices and results of PDSS to other train operators in the region.”

Kaushik Chakraborty, Vice President of Bentley Asia South, said, “With our combined strengths and industry experience, we will empower rail and metro operators in the region to improve reliability of the infrastructure that serves citizens and residents.”

From left: Ar Alvin Lim (Chairman of PAM Convention 2021 Committee), Dato’ Vincent Lim (President of CIS and Asian Federation of Exhibition and Convention Associations, AFECA), Dato’ Sri Haji Fadillah Yusof, (Senior Minister of Works, Malaysia), Datuk Ar Ezumi Harzani (President of Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia, PAM), and Ar Dr Tan Loke Mun (Kuala Lumpur Architecture Festival 20/21, KLAF20/21) at the official launch of ARCHIDEX Online 2021 held at the PAM Centre, Kuala Lumpur.

ARCHIDEX Online launches digital platform for industry players The International Architecture, Interior Design & Building Exhibition (ARCHIDEX) has officially launched ARCHIDEX Online on 3 November 2021, an immersive virtual platform upon ARCHIDEX’s 21 years of strong physical presence.

With the aim to facilitate the forging of new ties and strengthening established ones in the architecture, interior design and building industry, the platform was created to meet the evolving needs of their customers. This is also in line with the radical shift into digitalisation that has affected everyone across the globe as a result of the pandemic, and will bring about a refreshing change into the architecture, interior design and building industries, which until now, have been so embedded in the physical realm.

Jointly organised by the Malaysian Institute of Architects (better known as Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia, or PAM) and CIS, ARCHIDEX Online is an event of the Kuala Lumpur Architecture Festival.

President of CIS and the Asian Federation of Exhibition and Convention Associations (AFECA) Dato’ Vincent Lim, who delivered the opening speech, said: “Digitalisation is crucial for today and the world beyond tomorrow with the changing needs of consumers and a workforce who grew up with technology at their fingertips. The pandemic has forced all of us to speed up embracing these changes, because if we fail to adapt, we will be left behind in our businesses and life. The business events

industry has seen a massive shift towards hybrid events with over 94% of AFECA members having made a pivot towards holding online exhibitions and events.”

Over the next 10 weeks, beginning from 4 October 2021 until 10 December 2021, professionals in the architecture and building industries can look forward to over 100 webinar and conferences as well as many exciting online activities tailored to seamlessly connect local and international exhibitors with industry professionals, specifiers and trade buyers.

During the Main Event days, from 3 to 6 November 2021, the ARCHIDEX Online will host a list of established local and international exhibitors and brands to feature over 2,000 architecture and building materials, solutions and technologies.

Other exciting events happening at this time are the ongoing Fast Forward Webinar Series; the ARCHIDEX Star Award 2021; the PAM Awards 2021; and the Ace it with Acer Contest.

Malaysian Architects are also eligible for LAM CPD points (with applied terms and conditions).

The Main Event days will also feature DATUM:KL Rewind, bringing back seven renowned international speakers from the past DATUMs. Among other highlights is the DATUM:M Conference, happening on 5 and 6 November 2021 at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, featuring 10 Malaysian speakers who will share their design works as well as how they have coped with the pandemic.

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Taiwan’s building materials take the spotlight at ARCHIDEX Online 2021 Taiwan Excellence, the symbol of the highest honour of Taiwan’s high-quality products, has brought 10 award-winning building materials brands to ARCHIDEX Online 2021 with the aim of exploring partnership with Malaysian counterparts for “valueadded future business opportunities”.

In view of the high-quality and smart of architectural space in the future, Taiwan’s building materials industry has gradually moved towards a diversified development trend of integrating designers, new technologies, and emphasizing non-toxic or environmentally friendly materials. It is expected that Taiwan’s

• JYE LI AN TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. JYE LI AN, which specializes in home improvement products and bathroom fixtures. Their Pedal Control Faucet Retrofit Kit (A-100) can prevent the spread of infection by changing its way to turn on the faucet. It can easily transform into a “touch-free” faucet, and well suitable for kitchen faucets.

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building materials leaders would play key role in the next wave of architecture.

In order to share the trend of healthy, efficient, and energysaving innovative building materials with the Malaysian market, Taiwan Excellence has launched two online product talks to the ARCHIDEX Online platform. Participants tuned in to learn about the benefits and special insights on the trends of Kitchen & Bathroom and Factory building materials from Taiwan.

These were some key takeaways about Kitchen & Bathroom building materials brands:

Clay) that uses one-piece firing method to make the products integrally formed.

• SHENG TAI BRASSWARE CO., LTD. Sheng Tai’s brand, JUSTIME is the world-famous premium brand for water faucets, showers, and accessories. Their Chapter 2 Kitchen Faucet combines a swivel spout that can be used with a single or double sink in the kitchen and has a pull-out spray head to increase convenience and flexibility.

Its simple design and complete functions offer users a unique cleaning experience.

• TAIWAN SAKURA CORPORATION TAIWAN SAKURA is the biggest manufacturer of water heaters, kitchen appliances and integrated kitchen in Taiwan. Their DR7796 cooker hood featured a high-tech intelligent sensing technology capable of detecting the cooking status and automatically adjust the optimal air volume.

• HERHER SYNERGY CORPORATION HERHER SYNERGY specialises in microbubble faucet aerator technology, and its products MiniBle Q Microbubble Aerator is the world’s smallest and mightiest aerators designed for household used. The microbubbles created by their MiniBle

In the Factory category, the featured companies include: • CHING YUANG ENTERPRISE CO., LTD. CHING YUANG Professional is a leading LED balloon light manufacturer that specialises 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.

Their patented balloon cover provides warm and glare-free lighting all around.

• FRADOX GLOBAL CO., LTD. FRADOX is a global company with professional teams working towards eco-friendly thermal solutions. Their Roof Exhaust Vent uses an upward-opening design to cool down by natural convection to provide healthy indoor climate and comfort with minimal energy consumption at minimal cost.

• SHENG YUAN ELECTRIC CO., LTD. SHENG YUAN, renowned for their Alaska brand, is a producer of silent ventilating fans and artistic ceiling fans. Their Ceiling Tile Fan applies Plasma’s floating ion technology that releases

Q are 500 times smaller than the size of human pores, which can enter the surface of our skin or vegetable to remove dirt, grease, achieving deep cleaning.

• LIANG-PING SANITARY FACILITY CO., LTD. Liang-Ping is expertise in designing the outdoor faucet for balcony, working place in house like laundry, and garden place. The Liner-Washing Machine Faucet is an independent 2-outlets water tap. It is ideal for connecting washing machine at the backyard and provide an extra water outlet for gardening and other needs.

15 million high-concentration purification and sterilization ions through the module, and automatically purifies the air fluorine flowing into the circulation fan.

• WELL-LINK INDUSTRY CO., LTD. WELL-LINK is the largest manufacturer of anti-seismic devices and structural bearings for buildings and infrastructure in Taiwan. Their KVM Viscoelastic Damper is a passive, velocity displacement dependent energy dissipation device for vibration control and seismic protection of structures. It is proven to reduce the effect of wind and seismic impact to increase the structural safety of buildings.

These were some of the highlights from the online talks. To find out more innovative concepts on Taiwan Excellence products, scan the QR code to watch the replay via Archidex Online till 10 December 2021:

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KSK Land celebrates Kuala Lumpur’s past, present and future in conjunction with world cities day 2021 In conjunction with World Cities Day, KSK Land, Malaysia’s leading lifestyle property and design company and a wholly-owned subsidiary of KSK Group Berhad, celebrated this annual occasion by hosting a fireside conversation on the various aspects that makes Kuala Lumpur a great city and a hub in Southeast Asia, many of which remained unknown to its citizens.

This occasion, held on 28 October 2021, featured sharing of unique experiences and insights by a panel of industry leaders who have flourished in their respective fields here in Kuala Lumpur. Joanne Kua, Managing Director of KSK Land and CEO of KSK Group; Rick Joore, co-owner of JOLOKO and rising star F&B entrepreneur; and Dr. Ceelia Leong, analytics lead from Think City and co-author of Kuala Lumpur Creative and Cultural District Strategic Master Plan (KLCCD) all brought their own perspectives to a discussion that centred around the way forward for the city beyond the effects of COVID-19.

Sharing her insights on what makes a future-forward city resilient, Dr Ceelia Leong said: “Cities are complex but they are made up of people. A people-centric city is the future. That is why urban solutions have to be human-focused as it is ultimately the people who drive the economy and build the city’s cultural identity. If a city is to survive and thrive, it should be built for the people then the city will be resilient with a brighter future ahead.”

“What gives Kuala Lumpur a competitive edge is that unlike several other first-class cities in the world, high standard qualityof-life is available and affordable to its citizens. And perhaps a fact less known by the public, nature is actually embedded at the heart of the city, where it is close to any urbanite who seeks escape from the city buzz,” said Joanne Kua. “At 8 Conlay, when someone comes through the door, our job is not just to sell the property but also to sell the city. Whether you buy the property or not, you will walk away with a new impression of what KL is really about,” she added.

The enlightening discussion concluded that Kuala Lumpur is certainly one of the more livable cities in the region with its many true charms awaiting discovery. Moving forward, it has a vibrant future as an art and educational hub, but also primed for innovative opportunities. Supported by the diversity of its people

From left: Joanne Kua (Managing Director of KSK Land and CEO of KSK Group) with Rick Joore, Dr Ceelia Leong and moderator Nordin Abdullah (Managing Director of Glenreagh Sdn Bhd).

Joanne Kua, Managing Director of KSK Land and CEO of KSK Group sharing her thoughts about the beauty of Kuala Lumpur and its charms in comparison with the several other great cities in the world.

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and its rich history and culture, Kuala Lumpur is set to flourish for many generations to come.

With its maiden development 8 Conlay approaching the structural completion of its first residential tower (“YOO8 Tower A”), KSK Land is gearing up for its next lap and set to drive sustainable developments that bring vibrancy and wellness elements to the city and its community.

The Sunway Hotel Big Box is connected via a bridge to the Sunway Big Box Retail Park offering a variety of leisure activities, shopping and restaurant outlets.

Sunway Hotel Big Box poise to open in an extraordinary natural biosphere in Johor Sunway Hospitality has announced that it will be launching its RM160 million Sunway Hotel Big Box in phases starting 1 October 2021.

The Sunway Hotel Big Box is the first Sunway hotel in southern Malaysia and a new haven of nature and adventure.

Located in Sunway City Iskandar Puteri – a 1,800-acre integrated township with residential, hospitality, retail, educational and medical elements – the 284-room hotel offers guests access to a verdant natural playground surrounded by some of the region’s lushest mangrove forests resulting from extraordinary preservation and conservation efforts by Sunway.

Guests can choose from five categories of accommodation – Deluxe Room, Deluxe Plus Room, Family Suite, Executive Suite and Premier Suite – all of which are designed with contemporary interiors, complimentary Wi-Fi, smart flat-screen IPTV – Internet Protocol TVs, mini fridges, coffee and tea making facilities and sofa beds in select categories.

During the soft-opening phase later this year, guests will be able to book the stylish 32sqm Deluxe King or Twin Rooms, which can host up to two adults and two children, or the spacious 57sqm Family Suites featuring a separate living space, two bathrooms, a bedroom with a Super King or Twin beds, a sofa bed, capsule coffee machine and microwave.

As part of Sunway’s unwavering commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals including a range of environmental considerations, each hotel room provides reusable, sanitised and sealed stainless-steel bottles, with

water dispensers on every floor, and guest bathrooms will feature organic shampoo and bath gel in recyclable containers, reducing the need for single-use plastics and helping to eliminate non-degradable waste. In the lobby, a self-check-in kiosk will expedite the arrival process while also reducing the hotel’s paper usage.

For corporate travellers and event planners, Sunway Hotel Big Box features three flexible meeting rooms that can accommodate between 20 and 300 people, with a three-metre LED video wall and mobile 86” interactive touch screen Smart Panel to add a wow factor to any presentation.

Couples, families and corporate groups will be able to create their own adventures within this eco paradise as they will be able to access cycling paths, hiking trails and other soon-to-berevealed activities. Adrenaline-fuelled activities such as ATV driving, go-karting, paintballing, indoor snowboarding and more can be enjoyed at X-Park, which is within walking distance of the hotel, and world-class retail therapy at the Sunway Big Box Retail Park – a one-of-a-kind open-air mall which covers 500,000sq ft of space and offers numerous retail, F&B and entertainment outlets, including 13 large warehouse-style concept stores.

Other facilities there include an outdoor pool and children’s pool, 24-hour fitness centre and the Pool Bar. The Pendas Café serves local and international cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a 24-hour in-room dining menu, while a link bridge offers direct connections to many additional F&B options at the Sunway Big Box Retail Park.

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725 homeowners receive keys for their new homes at Tropicana Aman 1 The 863-acre Tropicana Aman is the largest township ever built by Tropicana Corporation Berhad. After celebrating vacant possession (“VP”) for its Dalia Residences, Tropicana Aman is back in the spotlight with the completion of its urban homes, Aman 1. Over 725 homeowners received keys to their brand-new apartment.

To mark this momentous occasion, happy homeowners were presented with handover gifts before being shown around the facilities surrounding the award-winning township and finally escorted to their new home to go through proper VP handover processes.

“Tropicana Aman 1 is our first urban home built on our walking and biking Tropicana Aman township at Kota Kemuning. Priced from RM465,000, these modern and functional homes offer two types of layouts – 2+1 bedroom, 870 sq ft, and 3 bedrooms, 1,000 sq ft. We are pleased to welcome our homebuyers to the Tropicana community and to ensure that they get seamless support, they can contact us anytime through our one-stop platform, the Tropicana 360 app. From the app, homeowners can manage their billing statements, report defects or other propertyrelated issues, and even book the facilities. It is a real pleasure to see our homeowners settled into their new homes and we are glad to receive such good feedback,” said Joanne Lee, Managing Director of Marketing and Sales, Tropicana Corporation Berhad.

“For those who would like to purchase our newly completed units, we still have limited units available. We are offering special benefits under our Tropicana FreeDOM campaign. Buyers can own a unit at Aman 1 easily with zero down payment, 100% financing, and complimentary 1-year maintenance fees. Buyers also save big with SPA and loan legal fee borne by us, and through the Home Ownership Campaign (HOC) initiated by the government, buyers can further enjoy free stamp duties on loan as well as Memorandum of Transfer (MOT) The HOC is expected to end on 31 December 2021,” she added.

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within the township, all anchored by 85 acres of Central Park. The Central Park has a 7km walking and biking trail with accessibility via multiple link bridges and beautiful pavilions surrounding the lake complemented by a spacious recreational hub. To cater to the needs of the growing community, Tropicana Aman is also home to a community recreational hub, Tenby International School and SJKC Bukit Fraser.

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Finns Bali launches new investment and lifestyle venture, Finns Lifestyle Village Finns Bali, Indonesia’s leading lifestyle and real estate developer, has announced their latest venture – Finns Lifestyle Village (FLV), featuring luxury innovative technology apartments in an exclusive lifestyle village at Bali’s most desirable address, Berawa, Canggu.

FLV is the epicentre of healthy living, with many facilities including upmarket cafes, retail, international schools and Finns’ world-famous beach clubs. Finns Bali is offering a ‘lifestyle’ unmatched by any other property development in Asia Pacific.

Indonesia’s property sector shows an exceptionally positive market for both housing and investing, especially in Bali. To support the growth of the island paradise, Finns Bali looks to construct 206 fully furnished apartments at FLV that include 136 one-bedroom apartments and 36 two-bedroom ground apartments as well as three two-bedroom apartments with two storeys. There will also be 31 three-bedroom apartments known as Sky Villas, which offer an additional room that can be opted as a home office or extra bedroom, an outdoor dining area fitted with a luxurious deck overlooking the lush greenery and a sky pool perfect for afternoon dips and pool parties.

All FLV apartments feature state of the art smart home technology and international quality fittings and fixtures.

Internationally renowned designer Ros Banksia-Smith has ensured a timeless blend of modern elegance combined with Balinese touches that reflect the island of the gods. These apartments also include premium housekeeping services, maintenance services and 24/7 security.

Key amenities include a co-working space, networking and trading centre, fitness and recovery centre, Body Temple Spa, Village Pub, Village Green alfresco dining and Superfood Café and access to more dining and nightlife venues by Finns Bali. FLV has an onsite Medical Centre, providing accessible healthcare services without leaving the village.

Investment opportunities are available under Indonesia’s

Artist impression: 3D Renders of Finns Lifestyle Villa in Bali, Indonesia.

leasehold system, allowing foreign investors to own property for a fixed period while leasing the land on which it stands. FLV’s apartments will be available to global investors under a 108-year transferable lease fully paid until 2055.

Buyers have the option to use the property as a full or parttime residence or utilise the Finns property management team to sublet units as vacation rentals. The buyer in the Investment Occupy category can free stay in their apartment for up to 60 nights per year.

“Finns Bali is invested in the future of the island, and we are excited to create a fully integrated lifestyle experience, a first for Bali,” Finns Bali chief strategy officer Beau Whittington said.

Owners can enjoy an exclusive Finns Bali Village Membership with the highest level of facility access and membership benefits included.

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NEWS & EVENTS

Imran Clyde (Director of CEM2021 and Nextdor Property Communications).

City Expo Malaysia 2021 launched City Expo Malaysia (CEM) 2021, organised by Nextdor Property Communications in partnership with Malaysian Institute of Planners (MIP), was officially launched on 8 November 2021, opening its virtual doors to the public.

CEM director Imran Clyde in his speech said Nextdor’s partnership with MIP was born from a vision to better Malaysian cities as they mimic an intricate ecosystem, and it is crucial to consider the impact of every decision that goes into city planning.

“Decisions made today can have significant, far-reaching impacts so it’s important to think about how we plan, design and manage our cities. We now have the tools, however we need as many citizens and stakeholders to come on board to explore and connect with us to look for ideas and solutions to tackle urban issues,” he said.

CEM 2021 consists of 16 urbanism themes that revolve around sustainability, emphasising diverse objectives ranging from liveability to low carbon city. The month-long exhibition will see over 120 presentations by speakers from around the Southeast Asian region throughout its five-day forum, as well as five local and international events, most notably the Placemaker Awards ASEAN (PAA) 2021.

The first of its kind in the region, PAA 2021 is aimed at recognising the best creators and managers of vibrant and inclusive public spaces as well as celebrating the diversity of places in Southeast Asia. Other major events are the National Planning Congress hosted by MIP, Young Planners Forum, CAP Awards and Mayors Forum which is by invitation only.

In his welcoming speech, CEM chairman Hj Ihsan Zainal Mokhtar said even with advancements in communication technology, hosting an expo during the recovery phase from the aftereffects of the global pandemic remains a challenge, but it is essential to overcome the obstacles in order to keep learning and sharing knowledge.

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TPr Hj Ihsan Zainal Mokthar (The Chairman of City Expo Malaysia 2021) during his welcoming speech at the CEM 2021 opening ceremony.

the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). To ensure we do not lose momentum and stray from our true north to establish a “Prosperous, Inclusive and Sustainable Malaysia” in accordance with the 12th Malaysia Plan (RMK-12), a sharing and learning platform such as CEM 2021 is fundamental,” he said.

During the launch, CEM also awarded its Star Awards for individuals identified and recognised for their impactful contributions to sustainable city planning in Malaysia.

Kuala Lumpur City Hall mayor Datuk Seri Haji Mahadi Che Ngah was awarded the CEM Gold Star Award, while Iskandar Regional Development Authority (IRDA) CEO Datuk Ismail Ibrahim was awarded the CEM Platinum Star Award for their major contributions in developing their respective cities to be liveable and sustainable.

CEM 2021 coincides with the 100 th year of town planning established in Malaysia and the World Town Planning Day when planners in over 30 countries celebrate by hosting and engaging in activities to raise awareness about the importance of town planning in the communities.

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PROJECTS

PROJECT AT A GLANCE Classification: Serviced Apartment Location: Silat Avenue, Singapore Approx. Project Cost: >S$1 billion Approx. Commencement Date: 4Q 2019 Approx. Completion Date: 2026

AVENUE SOUTH RESIDENCE

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DDP Architects has designed a pair of 56-storey skyscrapers in Singapore that will be built using Prefabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction, making them the tallest prefabricated buildings in the world.

Named Avenue South Residence, the new development is in the Downtown City Centre at Silat Avenue near Singapore General Hospital. The development will occupy a large residential site of 245,972 square feet overlooking the core central business district.

DESIGN COMPOSITION The pair of high-rise residential tower blocks will be constructed amidst the original backdrop of five four-story heritage buildings created in the Art Deco-style amongst the historical KTM Rail Coordinator area. The Avenue South Residence symbolizes ADDP Architects’ ability to fuse futuristic and ecologicallyconscious modern housing while paying homage to the heritage of Singapore. This live-work-play concept aims to provide

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Artist impression: Avenue South Residence will be the first residential development in Singapore’s Newest District and have unrivalled views of the Greater Southern Waterfront.

(Source: addp.sg)

CREDIT LIST DEVELOPER: UOL Group, United Industrial Corporation (UIC), and Kheng Leong Company (KLC) ARCHITECT: ADDP Architects

a new, innovative residential product while preserving the neighbourhood’s verdant nature and its green spaces.

Both skyscrapers will be built using Prefabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction (PPVC), which the studio believes will make the 200-metre-high skyscrapers the tallest buildings built using substantial amounts of prefabrication. The studio estimates that around 80% of each housing module will be built off-site, with waterproofing, tiling, painting, glazing, cabinetry, plumbing and electrics completed before being delivered to be “stacked and joined together on-site”. This will greatly reduce the construction time required on-site and enable the project to reduce wastage both on-site and off-site with better control of the production processes through a central materials and logistics platform.

Large amounts of prefabrication had to be used for the skyscraper as the government had determined that PPVC had to be used on the site where the Avenue South Residence will be built. “To raise construction productivity and fundamentally change the design and construction processes, the industry is encouraged to embrace the concept of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA), where construction is designed and detailed for a substantial portion of work to be done off-site in a controlled manufacturing environment,” said the studio.

“The site of the project was selected and set a minimum level of use of PPVC, where this aligns with government's initiative to improve construction productivity by up to 40% in terms of manpower and time savings – depending on the complexity of the projects.”

Artist impression: Avenue South Park intends to provide residents with meaningful engagement to the surrounding environment by forming an inclusive oasis-like community space surrounded by a majestic canopy of conserved trees. (Source: addp.sg)

Artist impression. (Source: addp.sg)

Artist impression: Avenue South Residence features the two 56-story towers sitting amidst five historically preserved buildings on one of Singapore’s most verdant avenues.

(Source: addp.sg)

The architecture studio expects to see a variety of benefits for using prefabrication to construct the skyscrapers over traditional methods. This will encourage a better construction environment as the bulk of the installation activities and manpower are moved off-site, it minimises dust and noise pollution and improves site safety. Additionally, it will enhance project quality control. Offsite fabrication in a controlled factory environment can produce higher quality end products.

The prefabricated units will contain 1,074 residences and be broken up by a series of 16 “pocket sky terraces” and larger communal terraces on the 19th and 36th storeys. The distinct 56-storey tall twin towers are characterized by their pristine elegance and sharp lines coupled with rhythmically located pockets of sky terraces.

Avenue South Residence will have full and unique facilities, which includes a guardhouse, clubhouse, function room, indoor gym, tennis court, 50m swimming pool, sun deck, BBQ pits & children’s playground.

Upon its completion, the towers will overtake another pair of residential buildings in Singapore – the 140-metre-high Clement Canopy built by Construction company Bouygues Bâtiment International as the world's tallest prefabricated towers.

(Source: dezeen.com)

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PROJECTS

PROJECT AT A GLANCE Classification: Mixed-use Location: Shanghai, China Approx. Project Cost: To Be Announced Approx. Commencement Date: To Be Announced Approx. Completion Date: To Be Announced Artist impression: Zaha Hadid Architects to build CECEP's new campus, which sets to become the ‘greenest building’ in Shanghai.

(Source: Zaha Hadid Architects)

CECEP SHANGHAI CAMPUS

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ollowing an international competition, London-based Zaha Hadid Architects has been selected to build the new Shanghai campus of China Energy Conservation and Environmental Protection Group (CECEP), which will utilise renewable energy technologies and recycled materials.

The mixed-use campus will be built in northeast Shanghai beside the Huangpu River, taking the form of three interlinked towers with leisure facilities and an urban park at its base. The design has been led by Zaha Hadid Architects’ director Patrik Schumacher and encompasses a number of sustainable features that the studio claims will make it the city's the ‘greenest building’.

DESIGN COMPOSITION CECEP Shanghai Campus is the winning entry of an international competition held by CECEP, inviting architects to design a home for the company that reflected its ethos and work with renewable energy technologies.

Zaha Hadid Architects' design includes photovoltaic panels and will utilise passive design principles, recycled materials and locally-sourced prefabricated components in its construction to "reduce the project's embodied carbon and also support the local economy.

Though it remains in the design phase, the campus is expected to achieve more than 90 credits in the Three Star Green Building

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CREDIT LIST CLIENT: China Energy Conservation and Environmental Protection Group (CECEP) ARCHITECT: Zaha Hadid Architects

Artist impression.

(Source: Zaha Hadid Architects)

Artist impression: The CECEP Shanghai Campus will use 5G network capability to operate intelligent management and biometric security systems. (Source: Zaha Hadid Architects)

Artist impression: The CECEP Shanghai Campus will have sustainability embedded into every aspect of its design and construction.

(Source: Zaha Hadid Architects)

Rating – China's green building evaluation standard – which is the highest score for any building in Shanghai.

The architecture firm explained that the new CECEP campus in Shanghai has been designed to be the greenest building in the city with sustainability embedded into every aspect of its design and construction. "The 2.3-million-square-foot project sets new benchmarks for the city in energy conservation, energy efficiency and sustainability," said the firm.

“The new project echoes CECEP's commitment to environmental education by creating vital new public spaces for its staff and neighbouring communities to enjoy the natural world."

Passive design and renewable energy play key role The campus' towers are imagined as a series of interlocking rings that are intended to reduce their visual impact. Their massing was developed by the studio to optimize their orientation and building's façade-to-floor ratios so that passive design principles could be integrated to limit energy consumption.

Thermal mass and external solar shading will be used for heating and cooling in tandem with waste-heat recovery systems.

The thermal ice storage will produce ice during the night and then be used for air conditioning the next day – reducing energy demand during peak daytime hours.

Other key sustainable measures in the scheme will include the installation of solar photovoltaics on rooftops and as cladding throughout the campus, which will be connected to battery storage and an on-site micro-grid. Rainwater harvesting will be used to irrigate expansive green spaces and landscaping throughout the scheme.

Prioritizing local and recycled materials The materiality of the campus is yet to be disclosed, though Zaha Hadid Architects is committed to using recycled materials and prefabricated components in its construction. Prefabricated elements will also be used and these will be manufactured locally in an effort to support the local economy and help to reduce the embodied carbon of the scheme.

As part of the project, Zaha Hadid Architects will also overhaul an existing industrial building on site built in the 1930s. Named the Shanghai Minghua Sugar Plant, the riverside factory will be used as a space to host CEPEC's education and community engagement programmes.

Energy usage optimized by 5G network CECEP Shanghai Campus will be complete with an intelligent building management system. Reliant on a 5G network, it will automatically monitor and react to changes in internal conditions such as temperature, natural daylight, or the number of occupants to help reduce energy consumption. This system will also incorporate biometric security systems that will allow staff and visitors to enter the building without having to touch potentially contaminated communal surfaces.

Artist impression: (Source: Zaha Hadid Architects)

(Source: dezeen.com)

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OUTLOOK

A cumulative total of almost US$135 trillion is expected to be spent on construction globally over the next decade to 2030, with almost half attributed to growth in Asia Pacific.

(Source: tconglobal.com)

THE FUTURE OF GLOBAL CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

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By Marsh and Guy Carpenter

ith the infrastructure boom set to fuel global economic growth over the next decade, the construction industry must address the mounting pressures associated with climate change and the race to net zero greenhouse gas emissions (net zero), according to a recent report published by Marsh and Guy Carpenter, both businesses of Marsh McLennan, the world’s leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people.

The report, Future of Construction: A Global Forecast for Construction to 2030, written with Oxford Economics, a global leader in economic forecasting and analysis, provides a view on the future of construction as the industry recovers from the unprecedented effects of COVID-19 and the key drivers shaping its future over the next decade.

According to the report, global construction output is expected to grow by 6.6% in 2021 and by 42% by 2030, driven largely by government stimuli and the demand for residential construction. However, as the sector grows so too does the risk of greater pollution and waste. Construction and the wider built environment currently accounted for around 40% of the world’s global greenhouse gas emissions.

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CONTRIBUTION TO GLOBAL CONSTRUCTION GROWTH 2020 – 2030

China 26.1%

France 1.8%

India 14.1%

Canada 1.7%

United States 11.1%

Spain 1.5%

Indonesia 7%

Italy 1.3%

Australia 2.3%

Other 31%

Unided Kingdom 2% (Source: Oxford Economics/Haver Analytics)

Infrastructure construction will be the fastest growing subsector, with expected average annual growth of almost 4% to 2030, predominantly driven by expenditure in emerging markets as they look to develop energy, transport networks, sewage and waste systems, and other large-scale projects.

(Source: mecanoo.nl)

The report also states that climate change and the race to net zero are arguably the greatest challenges that face the construction industry. The need to radically reduce the amount of carbon embedded in new construction will drive the growth of a deconstruction industry that reuses huge existing urban stockpiles of construction materials.

The report then elaborates that in 2020, environmental, social, and governance (ESG)-related capital for infrastructure grew 28%, which was largely due to a flow of fundraising into sustainability-related strategies. Given that significant equity is usually allocated to infrastructure by major construction companies and developers using their own corporate balance sheets, opportunities exist for those companies that develop new technologies, designs, and processes.

Richard Gurney, Global Head of Construction, Marsh Specialty, commented: “Climate change and the ESG agenda – and the risks and opportunities they present – are among the biggest challenges the global construction industry faces over the next decade. These forces are changing risk profiles for the sector. Organisations must adapt in order to harness the sector’s massive potential for growth while playing a pivotal role in the advancement of economies and communities around the world.”

Simon Liley, Co-Head, Global Engineering, Guy Carpenter, added: “The construction and engineering industry is entering a period of exciting opportunity but also one that will require

Strong recovery in global construction output is expected, rising by US$700 billion or 6.6% in 2021.

(Source: aathaworld.com)

new ways of approaching risk by the insurance and reinsurance sectors. These dynamics call for effective knowledge sharing from industry innovators at one end all the way through to reinsurance actuaries at the other. Understanding the shifting profile of exposure, technology, and sources of capital will be important to enable insurers and reinsurers to establish underwriting platforms and offer products that meet the construction industry’s changing needs.”

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OUTLOOK Other projections for the industry to 2030 include: • Predicted average annual growth in construction of 3.6% per annum – faster than either the services or manufacturing sectors.

• The next decade for construction will see global growth up by 35% compared to the previous decade, driven by unprecedented levels of stimulus spending on infrastructure and the unleashing of excess household savings; it will represent more than 10% of GDP in North America.

• Global infrastructure construction is forecast to grow by an annual average of 5.1%.

• Annual growth in UK infrastructure is expected to average 3.7%, rivalling China over the period as UK mega projects provide heightened growth.

GLOBAL CONSTRUCTION GROWTH BY SUBSECTOR % CAGR

Construction

6

Housing Non-housing

5.1

5 4.5

4

Infrastructure

4.6

4.0

3.7

3.6

3 2.5

2.2

2

2.8 2.9

3.5 3.2

2.1

1.4

1 0.6

0.8

0% 2015 - 2020

2020 - 2025

2025 - 2030

2020 - 2030

Source: Oxford Economics/Haver Analytics

Growth in construction output is forecast to average 3.6% per annum over the decade to 2030 – higher than either the manufacturing or services sectors.

(Source: earlymetrics.com)

In Malaysia, the construction sector is expected to remain subdued in the short-term despite the government’s revival of some mega infrastructure projects such as the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project and LRT3. The sluggish property market, led by a large volume of unsold private houses amid weak housing demand combined with a high level of office vacancies, continues to be a drag on construction investment.

Nonetheless, we still expect a pickup in the latter half of the forecast period as excess capacity is gradually being absorbed amid still respectable economic growth. Furthermore, Malaysia’s favourable demographics will aid longer-term growth, particularly in the residential sector.

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Graham Robinson, Global Infrastructure and Construction Lead at Oxford Economics and lead author of Future of Construction, said: “It is unusual to see construction outstripping growth in both services and manufacturing over a more sustained period. We would normally expect to see construction growing faster than other sectors of the economy for shorter periods in a cyclical upturn. However, it’s not surprising that construction is expected to power the global economy over this next decade, considering the unprecedented nature of the stimulus spending on infrastructure by governments and the unleashing of excess household savings in the wake of COVID-19.”

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INFRASTRUCTURE

GENOA SAN GIORGIO BRIDGE

The highly-anticipated motorway bridge in Genoa finally opened to regular traffic, nearly two years after the collapse of its predecessor, Ponte Morandi.

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he Viadotto Genova-San Giorgio, also known as Genoa San Giorgio Bridge, is now opened to regular traffic.

Designed by renowned Italian architect Renzo Piano, the 1,100-metre-long concrete and steel viaduct carries four lanes of the A10 motorway across the Polcevera River in the northwestern city of Genoa. The Genoa San Giorgio Bridge is the replacement for its predecessor, Ponte Morandi, which collapsed during a heavy rainstorm on 14 August 2018. The tragedy, one of the worst infrastructural failures in modern Italian history, claimed 43 lives, injured more than a dozen, and left hundreds homeless.

The design and build of the new US$220 million replacement bridge over the Polcevera River and the area of Val Polcevera was completed in less than two years following round-the-clock construction.

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“Its rapid reconstruction aims to become a model for the renovation and adaptation of Italian infrastructure with a high social, economic and strategic significance,” said Piano’s studio Renzo Piano Building Workshop.

Described by the studio as an “urban bridge”, the bridge’s deck is supported by 18 slender reinforced concrete piers spaced 50 metres apart except in the central section where they are separated by 100 metres.

Each of the piers has an elliptical section designed to allow the light to “slip” on the surface and help mitigate the impact on the neighbourhood below. The piers support a steel and concrete deck that is isolated by a system of support devices that are designed to protect the structure from seismic activity.

According to Piano’s studio, the underside of the deck is curved to be reminiscent of the form of a ship. “From an architectural point of view, the form described by the deck, which

A rendering of the Saint George Bridge in Genoa, Italy.

(Source: Renzo Piano Building Workshop)

(Source: nyt.com)

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(Source: Shunji Ishida)

(Source: Shunji Ishida)

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(Source: italymagazine.com)

recalls the hull of a ship, is of great importance,” said the studio.

The studio also added: “The gradual reduction of the section towards the ends of the bridge attenuates the visual impact of the new infrastructure. In addition, the use of a light colour for the coating of the steel elements makes the bridge bright, harmonising its presence in the landscape.”

Along the sides of the bridge deck are a series of metal fins that extend from the bridge’s steel structure along with rows of photovoltaic panels that will power its lighting and a 2.5-metrehigh protective glass barrier.

“The transparency of the glass and, consequently, the extreme visual permeability that derives from it, makes it possible to observe the surrounding landscape by crossing the new bridge, as well as lightening its presence in the valley for those who will live it from the city,” said the studio.

Described as an “intelligent instrument” by the studio the bridge will be continuously monitored using a system of internal sensors including accelerometers, extensometers, velocimeters, inclinometers and detectors for joint expansion. These sensors will be supplemented by robots, which runs along the rails on the bridge’s edge to monitor the superstructure externally and will also clean the photovoltaic panels.

The Genoa San Giorgio Bridge replaces the Ponte Morandi, a cable-stayed bridge that was erected in 1967. Nicknamed in tribute to its famed structural engineer, Riccardo Morandi, the busy viaduct served as both a crucial transportation link in the Liguria region and an enduring architectural landmark for Genoa, Italy’s sixth most populous city. Considered a marvel of modern engineering, the bridge was a soaring point of pride, literally, for Genoa. The Ponte Morandi was fully demolished in June 2019.

As part of the plan to rejuvenate of the area under the collapsed bridge, Milan-based architect and urban planner Stefano Boeri has designed elevated walkway as part of the Polcevera Park and The Red Circle masterplan.

(Source: Shunji Ishida)

(Source: dezeen.com / archpaper.com)

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Table: CSC Steel Product Corrosion Range CATEGORY

DESCRIPTION

CORROSION RATE ( μm/y )

CSC STEEL’S BRAND

TYPICAL ENVIRONMENTS

C-5M

Very high – geothermal, marine

80 - 200

Coastal and offshore areas with high salinity and exposed areas along the coastline.

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C-5I

Very high – industrial

80 - 200

Industrial area with high humidity and very high industrial pollution.

√

√

C4

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√

C3

Medium

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Urban areas and industrial atmosphere with moderate pollution.

Coastal area with low salinity.

√

√

√

C2

Low

1.3 - 2.5

Atmosphere with minimum pollution, very low humidity (rural areas).

√

√

√

C1

Very low

< 1.3

Dry zone with very low pollution and humidity.

√

√

√

Industrial areas and coastal area with high pollution and moderate salinity.

Source: www.steelconstruction.info / www.sirim.my / www.jsm.gov.my

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The latest HVAC solution by MIDEA

he Midea Building Technologies (MBT), a business division of MIDEA Group, has expanded immensely since its establishment in 1999 through acquisitions, joint ventures and an inclusion of new range of products.

MIDEA MBT now has become an independent arm of the Group with an extensive portfolio of HVAC solutions for any application, which include the magnetic centrifugal chillers. The company has recently launched a new self-developed magnetic centrifugal chiller with a full range of 170~1800RT with the best offerings: energy saving, reliable and advanced technology, less maintenance and environmentally friendly.

KEY FEATURES The launch of the new generation of magnetic centrifugal chiller marked the successful landing of another independent research and development (R&D) innovation by MIDEA and achieving industrial application. ➢ Integration of highly advanced technologies in one product The MIDEA self-developed magnetic centrifugal chiller features a series of highly advanced technologies that were integrated into its design, which can greatly improve energy efficiency, reduce operating cost, extend the service and minimize aftersales maintenance cost.

Case in point, the magnetic bearing technology has many beneficial qualities such as it is oil-free, no friction, low noise, has long product life cycle, low power consumption, and etc.

The new range of chiller also adopts micro-channel refrigerant cooling technology, which addressed many issues like poor cooling effect, easy condensation, poor reliability, noisy, and etc. It is also designed with Full Falling Film Evaporating

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technology that reduces evaporation by more than 40%, compared to regular compressors fitted with the traditional dissipating feature. ➢ MIDEA-patent compressor The core of the MIDEA self-developed magnetic centrifugal chiller is the compressor. The global market has always been dominated by foreign companies, which became a motivation for MIDEA to develop its own magnetic compressor independently. The MIDEA magnetic centrifugal compressor features double ceramic backup bearing and spontaneous electric control mode to ensure efficient operation, and achieve first-level energy efficiency. It also has accurate and safe control of bearing as well as variable frequency control that greatly expands the compressor’s operating range. The cooling load of the single compressor can be as low as 10% so that the chiller can easily adapt to its surrounding. ➢ Seamless operation Another key feature of the MIDEA self-developed magnetic centrifugal chiller is its M-BMS Intelligent Building Management System, which is connected to the MIDEA Smart Cloud Platform. The System has various features such as cloud data storage, web browser, remote Internet monitoring service, working condition data analysis, and quick fault diagnosis.

MIDEA is the proud owner of the independent intellectual property rights for this new product, and strives to make it an efficient and energy saving solution for the infrastructure sector such as airports and rail transits in the future.

For more information on MIDEA self-developed magnetic centrifugal chiller, visit www.midea.com/my or call +6019-447 2690 (Mr Khor Hock Chai).

LONGER LIFESPAN, SUPERIOR COST EFFECTIVENESS. MAGNETIC BEARING CENTRIFUGAL CHILLER Oil Free

Permanent Magnetic Synchronous Motor

Aerodynamic Design

Full Falling Film Evaporator

Capacity range：170~1,800RT Sole Distributor:

Midea Scott & English Electronics Sdn Bhd (194517-X) No. 16, Jalan Chan Sow Lin, 55200 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: 03-9221 1033

Fax: 03-9221 7204 / 03-9221 1434 / 03-9221 3509

• PENANG No. 35, Jalan Perniagaan Gemilang 1, Pusat Perniagaan Gemilang, 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Pulau Pinang. Tel: 04-548 3938 Fax: 04-548 9698 • JOHOR No. 25, Jalan Seri Impian 1, Taman Impian Emas, 81300 Skudai, Johor. Tel: 07-562 4898 Fax: 07-557 7898 • PERAK No. 38, Persiaran Perindustrian Pengkalan 10, Kawasan Perindustrian Pengkalan, 31500 Lahat, Perak. Tel: 05-323 2529 Fax: 05-323 2529 • PAHANG No. 258, Ground Floor, Jalan Air Putih, Taman Air Putih Mewah, 25350 Kuantan, Pahang Darul Makmur. Tel: 09-560 6668 Fax: 09-09-560 5050

• MALACCA No. 385-L, Taman Peringgit Jaya, 75400 Peringgit, Melaka. Tel: 06-292 1940 Fax: 06-286 7107 • KOTA BHARU PT 1436, Ground Floor, Taman Koperatif, Tanjung Chat, 15300 Kota Bharu, Kelantan. Tel/Fax: 09-743 1202 • SABAH Lot 3, Lorong Kompleks BSA, Kompleks BSA Kolombong, 88450 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. Tel: 088-421 428 Fax: 088-431 427 • SARAWAK 1st Floor , Lot 8517, Stutong Commercial Centre, Jalan Stutong, 93350 Kuching, Sarawak. Tel: 082-363 167 Fax: 082-366 167

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Concepts & Designs

TOP 10

TALLEST BUILDINGS IN THE WORLD

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umanity has become obsessed with breaking its limits, creating new records only to break them again and again. In fact, our cities’ skylines have always been defined by those in power during every period in history. At one point churches left their mark, followed by public institutions and in the last few decades, it’s commercial skyscrapers that continue to stretch taller and taller.

The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) has developed its own system for classifying tall buildings, stating that the Burj Khalifa (828 metres in height) is the currently the world’s tallest building. These are the top 10 tallest buildings in the world today.

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#10 Taipei 101 Taipei 101, formerly known as the Taipei World Financial Center, held the title of the world’s tallest building from 2004 to 2010 until the completion of Burj Khalifa. In 2011, the tower received a LEED Platinum certification for Operation and Maintenance, a spectacular feat for a building of its size and complexity.

CLASSIFICATION: Commercial LOCATION: Taipei, Taiwan HEIGHT: 1,667 ft (508 m) FLOORS: 101 OWNER: Taipei Financial Center Corporation ARCHITECT: CY Lee & Partners APPROX. PROJECT COST: US$1.89 billion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE: 1Q 1999 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE: 4Q 2004 38 November-December 2021 | www.b-i.biz

#09 CITIC Tower CITIC Tower is also known as China Zun. ‘Zun’ comes from an ancient Chinese wine vessel that inspired the tower’s design.

Since the authorities have restricted new projects in the central business district to a height of at most 180 metres to drop congestion, the CITIC Tower is likely to remain the tallest building in Beijing for a long time.

CLASSIFICATION: Mixed-Use LOCATION: Beijing, China HEIGHT: 1,731 ft (527.7 m) FLOORS: 109 DEVELOPER: CITIC Real Estate ARCHITECT: Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (Design Architect), TFP Farrells (Land Bid Concept), BIAD (Land Bid Concept & Architect of Record) APPROX. PROJECT COST: US$3.8 billion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE: 3Q 2011 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE: 4Q 2018

#08 Tianjin CTF Finance Center The Tianjin CTF Finance Center utilizes undulating curves to subtly express three programmatic components while adding a bold monolithic expression to the skyline.

It serves as an anchor for the wider area development, while housing luxury serviced apartments, office space, and a hotel.

CLASSIFICATION: Mixed-use LOCATION: Tianjin, China HEIGHT: 1,740 ft (530 m) FLOORS: 97 DEVELOPER: New World Development ARCHITECT: Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP in collaboration with Ronald Lu & Partners.

APPROX. PROJECT COST: US$1.2 billion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE: 4Q 2009 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE: 3Q 2019

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#07 Guangzhou CTF Finance Centre Guangzhou CTF Finance Centre is known for its multiple uses: its form is sculpted at four critical transition points – residential to hotel, hotel to office, office to crown, and crown to sky. To minimize its environmental footprint, the tower is equipped with a variety of energyefficient tools, and it has multi-level connections to public transportation, all contribute to the tower’s sustainability.

CLASSIFICATION: Mixed-use LOCATION: Guangzhou, China HEIGHT: 1,740 ft (530 m) FLOORS: 111 DEVELOPER: New World Development ARCHITECT: Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates APPROX. PROJECT COST: US$1.5 billion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE: 3Q 2009 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE: 4Q 2016

#06 One World Trade Center The skyscraper has the same name as the North Tower of the original WTC that was destroyed in the terrorist attack on 11 September 2001. The structure has a cubic base, and its edges form eight isosceles triangles. At its mid part, the building forms an octagon. Also, it’s one of the safest office buildings in the world.

CLASSIFICATION: Commercial LOCATION: New York HEIGHT: 1,776 ft (541.3 m) FLOORS: 94 DEVELOPER: Port Authority of New York and New Jersey ARCHITECT: Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP APPROX. PROJECT COST: US$3.9 billion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE: 2Q 2006 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE: 4Q 2014

#05 Lotte World Tower Lotte World Tower is programmed with wider functions than what is usually found in tall buildings. The design of the building is inspired by Korean porcelain, ceramics, and calligraphy. The seam goes from top to bottom of the tower, exterior materials are light-toned silver glass, and the roof is designed to withstand its weight without reinforcing pillars. The tower is strong enough to endure extreme winds up to 80 metres per second and earthquakes up to magnitude 9 on the Richter scale.

CLASSIFICATION: Mixed-use LOCATION: Seoul, South Korea HEIGHT: 1,819 ft (554.5 m) FLOORS: 123 DEVELOPER: Lotte Engineering & Construction ARCHITECT: Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates APPROX. PROJECT COST: US$3.3 billion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE: 1Q 2010 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE: 4Q 2016 November-December 2021 | www.b-i.biz 39

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#04 Ping An Finance Center Ping An Finance Center represents a new generation of prototypical skyscrapers: very dense, very tall, and hyperconnected. It seamlessly connects to neighbouring residential and commercial properties, as well as the high-speed rail corridor of the Pearl River Delta. This is the second tallest building in Asia that shares the record of having the highest observation deck (with the Shanghai Tower) at 562 metres.

CLASSIFICATION: Commercial LOCATION: Shenzhen, China HEIGHT: 1,965 ft (599 m) FLOORS: 115 DEVELOPER: Ping An Life Insurance Company of China ARCHITECT: Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates APPROX. PROJECT COST: US$1.5 billion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE: 3Q 2009 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE: 1Q 2017 40 November-December 2021 | www.b-i.biz

#03 Abraj Al-Bait The government-owned megatall complex, Abraj Al-Bait, has the world’s largest clock face. Also known as the Makkah Royal Clock Tower, it is the fifth tallest freestanding structure and the most expensive building in the world. The top of the tower has a 4-faced clock (400 metres above the ground), visible from 25 kilometres away. The spire at the top of the clock measures 128 metres in height, and it holds a 23-metre tall golden crescent at its top.

CLASSIFICATION: Mixed-use LOCATION: Mecca, Saudi Arabia HEIGHT: 1,972 ft (601 m) FLOORS: 120 DEVELOPER: Saudi Binladin Group ARCHITECT: Dar al-Handasah Shair & Partners + SL Rasch BUILDING FUNCTION: Mixed Use APPROX. PROJECT COST: US$15 billion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE: 2004 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE: 2012

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#02 Shanghai Tower One of the world’s most stunning architectural marvels, Shanghai Tower represents a green future for China. It takes the form of 9 cylindrical buildings placed on top of each other, all enclosed by the layer of the transparent glass façade, completes a 120-degree twist as it rises: it’s intended to decrease the wind loads on the structure while using less material.

CLASSIFICATION: Mixed-use LOCATION: Shanghai, China HEIGHT: 2,073 ft (632 m) FLOORS: 128 OWNER: Shanghai Tower Construction and Development ARCHITECT: Gensler APPROX. PROJECT COST: US$ 2.34 billion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE: 4Q 2008 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE: 3Q 2014

#01 Burj Khalifa Apart from being the world’s tallest building, Burj Khalifa holds numerous records. It has the highest number of stories, tallest service elevator, highest occupied floor, and highest outdoor observation deck in the world.

CLASSIFICATION: Mixed-use LOCATION: Dubai, UAE HEIGHT: 2,717 ft (828 m) FLOORS: 163 OWNER: Emaar Properties ARCHITECT: Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP APPROX. PROJECT COST: US$1.5 billion APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE: 1Q 2004 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE: 3Q 2009 (Source: archdaily.com / rankred.com)

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THE LATTICE HOUSE

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@ Maharashtra, India

he Lattice House, designed by architecture studio The Design Alley, is a mixed-use development (commercial and residential) located on a busy commercial street in the town. The site is located on one of the busiest streets in an upmarket area of the city; it is a densely populated commercial area with the central bus stand, temples, banks and hospitals in the vicinity. The architect was initially faced with the challenge of designing a multifunctional building on a moderate size plot of 3,500 sq ft where the commercial part makes the most out of the business opportunities in the area, and at the same time, the residential floors can enjoy privacy and serenity devoid of the outside hustle bustle.

With the ground, first and second floors of the building intended for commercial use, the grid has to be flexible as the business occupying it was not initially decided. A restaurant and lodging came later into the picture and the interior was designed accordingly. The top two floors are designed to be a calm and cosy

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abode; the homeowners, being busy in their profession most of the time, wanted a minimalistic and low maintenance decor for their home.

The interconnectivity between both the residential floors is the most important yet tricky criteria. Due to space constraints, there is no other option but to continue the staircase and make it appear like an internal one. On the third floor, the staircase is connected to the entrance lobby that leads into the formal living room. The lobby also gives a peek into the informal living room by means of a semi-openable partition. The pivoted shutters of this partition along with the patterned flooring bring in a play of vision and depth. The formal living room is a double-height space with terracotta jali façade on the southern side balcony that gives a panoramic view of the city.

The informal living is a vibrant and cosy family space, again double-heighted, so as to connect with the upper floor of the house. A chequered storage unit divides this space from the kitchen and dining, while a pivoted partition gives a glimpse of the entrance foyer. A huge double height window brings in the eastern light while a silent wall forms the backdrop for the TV unit. The furniture, accessories and some indoor plants add a pop of colour to this otherwise serene space.

The kitchen is the central space in the house, which has visual connectivity to the entire house. The free standing cooking platform in the centre lets the user enjoy the surrounding space rather than making it feel like a daily chore. A compact and vibrant dining table graces the centre of the kitchen. Adjoining the kitchen is a small utility area and a small double height Mandir space with skylight at the top that evacuates the hot air in a natural way.

The master bedroom is located at the northwest end of the house. A balcony with full glass lets in the northern light while terracotta jali at the west cuts the harsh sun and lets the breeze in at the same time. The decor is simple and serene. The toilet attached to this bedroom is a lavish and luxurious one with a huge eastern window. The window is adorned with bamboo plantation

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to retain privacy.

The upper floor of the house mainly has two bedrooms. There is a lounge in between that overlooks the informal living and also the Mandir. A small balcony also peeps into the formal living. Thus, every semi-private space in the house is visually interconnected. As per the design brief, the terrace has to be designed as a socializing space. The backdrop wall of the staircase tower is painted with vibrant geometric patterns. The space is semi-covered by fabric pergola that creates a play of light and shadow in the daytime. This space has a relaxing, meditative vibe in the morning while it can be converted into a get together or party place in the evenings.

The residence is designed to be minimalistic and climate responsive. To achieve this, the material palette consists of Kota flooring, terracotta screens that filter the harsh sun without blocking the breeze. In the formal living room, terracotta jali façade on the southern side balcony cuts the harsh sun and gives a panoramic view of the city. The adjacent surface is cladded with veneer; this actually is the rear side of a storage unit that divides the living and bedroom. It acts as the wardrobe for the bedroom, while in the living room; it becomes the backdrop for the seating.

The terracotta jali and veneer together render warmth to the space. The southern sun filters through the terracotta jali to create beautiful sciographical pattern on the veneer that keep on changing throughout the day. The space is furnished with some bold pieces of furniture.

(Source: thearchitectsdiary.com)

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Landscape

MORDEN WHARF OMA designs a mixed-use neighbourhood

with workspaces, a riverside park and homes in southeast London, UK.

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Artist impression: Morden Wharf is a new mixed-use neighhourhood with workspaces, a riverside park and over a thousand homes in southeast London, UK. (Source: Pixelflakes)

orden Wharf is the last piece of the complex puzzle that is Greenwich Peninsula, an opportunity area that over the last twenty years has become a symbol for ambitious regeneration, architecture and socio-economic growth.

The mixed-use neighbourhood has been developed by Dutch studio OMA for a 2.4-hectare site on Greenwich Peninsula, adjacent to the Richard Rogers-designed O2 Arena. Designed for real estate developer U+I following years of design and consultation process, the main focus of the project is to maximize the potential of the riverfront for public use and access.

The masterplan for the new neighbourhood will introduce 1,500 homes, a mix of industrial and makers’ workshops, and a landscaped park that stretches 275 metres along the River Thames. OMA’s inclusion of makers’ workshops and industrial workspace in Morden Wharf pays homage to the industrial heritage of Greenwich Peninsula. The design of and entrance to these spaces will be overseen by London studio Chetwoods.

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Artist impression: The riverside park will feature a small beach and be connected to the existing Thames Path, which will also be upgraded and widened as part of the scheme.

(Source: Pixelflakes)

The project also harks back to the site’s pre-industrial history as marshland and will place emphasis on landscape design to tackle the deficit of open, green space in the area.

“Morden Wharf is designed to foster community and has the right mix of uses to create a successful and vibrant neighbourhood, all stitched together with a beautiful public realm,” said OMA partner Reinier de Graaf.

“We have drawn design inspiration from Greenwich Peninsula’s industrial heritage – from the warehouses and silos that once sat on the site, to the iron lattice structure of the gasholders,” he added.

“We have also looked back further, to the original marshland landscape of the peninsula, and in creating the park and public realms we are seeking to return the post-industrial landscape to a more natural and ecologically diverse condition.”

Morden Wharf’s landscape design incorporates a number of spaces for play and recreation, alongside a public square for seasonal events and markets. The riverside park will feature a small beach and be connected to the existing Thames Path, which will also be upgraded and widened as part of the scheme.

While OMA intends for the neighbourhood to cater almost exclusively to pedestrians and cyclists, there will be hidden, underground car parking facilities. Alongside the proposed makers’ spaces and industrial units, the masterplan will also include office spaces dedicated to small enterprises and creative businesses. These will also be overseen by Chetwoods, with some housed in existing buildings on the site.

Artist impression: The design of and entrance to the makers’ workshops and industrial workspace will be overseen

by London studio Chetwoods.

(Source: Pixelflakes)

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Artist impression: Morden Wharf features a landscaped park that stretches 275 metres along the River Thames.

(Source: Pixelflakes)

Artist impression: The project also harks back to the site’s pre-industrial history as marshland and will place emphasis on landscape design to tackle the deficit of open, green space in the area.

(Source: Pixelflakes)

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Artist impression: Proposed construction dates for the scheme are yet to be revealed, but plans were submitted for approval in June 2020.

(Source: Pixelflakes)

Artist impression: Morden Wharf is designed to foster community and has the right mix of uses to create a successful and vibrant neighbourhood, all stitched together with a beautiful public realm.

(Source: Pixelflakes)

Morden Wharf’s housing design includes approximately 1,500 residences, 35% of which will be deemed as affordable and many will be developed for families.

Details about their materiality are yet to be disclosed, though the homes will be contained in towers with green facades to “provide natural screening and improve air quality”. The creative workspaces will be housed in buildings with a more industrial aesthetic. Proposed construction dates for the scheme are yet to be revealed, but plans were submitted for approval in June 2020.

As part of the project, Carmody Groarke has also designed a boathouse on an existing jetty, which is intended as a permanent mooring spot for Gloriana, the Queen’s Rowbarge.

(Source: dezeen.com / mordenwharf.com)

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B&I PROJECT REPORT MALAYSIA ACTUAL GOLD SDN BHD

Cenang Point Langkawi @ Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia.

PROJECT REF. 0421-7175 CLASSIFICATION Mixed Development STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION Lot 2335 (GM 2587)

Bandar Padang Mat Sirat,

Daerah Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia.

(GPS Coordinates: 6.293068, 99.726093) APPROX. PROJECT COST Undisclosed APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 4Q 2020 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 1Q 2023 DEVELOPER Actual Gold Sdn Bhd (Part of Actual Gold Property) Tel: +604-9667 788 E-mail: contact@actualgoldproperty.com Web: www.actualgoldproperty.com Site Supervisor: Ms Zunita Binti Naiyah ARCHITECT Kang Arkitek & Rakan-Rakan Tel: +604-7331 537 E-mail: kangakitek@yahoo.com Principal: Ar Kang Pee Kim C & S ENGINEER Jurutera Perunding Kabatas Sdn Bhd Tel: +604-7365 950 E-mail: kabatas2@yahoo.com Principal: Ir Yee Kuan Yew M & E ENGINEER AG Ingenieur Sdn Bhd Tel: +604-281 5479/2278 48 November-December 2021 | www.b-i.biz

E-mail: ag.ingenieur@gmail.com Director: Ir Tan Bak Ping QUANTITY SURVEYOR Care of Developer MAIN CONTRACTOR To Be Appointed BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed project comprises both commercial

and residential components, which will be developed in two phases.

Phase 1 consists of two commercial blocks (4 and 5 storeys respectively) for business and/ or office space, with two commercial lodging approved floors comprising 5 to 6 rooms, each with attached bathrooms. Freehold property with strata title for each floor.

Phase 2 will be focused on the construction and completion of 251 serviced apartment units.

ALLEVIA SDN BHD

Allevia @ Mont’ Kiara, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

PROJECT REF. 0421-7174 CLASSIFICATION Serviced Apartment STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION Lot 1597, Jalan Kiara 4,

Mont Kiara, Mukim Batu,

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

(GPS Coordinates: 3.172467, 101.650191) APPROX. PROJECT COST RM545.9 million APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 4Q 2020 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 1Q 2025 DEVELOPER Allevia Sdn Bhd (A subsidiary of UEM Sunrise Berhad) Tel: +603-2718 7788 E-mail:customercare@uemsunrise.com Web: www.uemsunrise.com CEO: Mr Sufian Abdullah ARCHITECT RSP Architects Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-2273 6636 E-mail: rspa@rspkl.com Web: www.rspkl.com Director: Mr Ahmad Farid Baharuddin C & S ENGINEER JPS Consulting Engineers Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7955 2496 Email: jpsconsult@yahoo.com Director: Ir Goh Yoke Loong M & E ENGINEER Jentrikon Perunding Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7880 7328 E-mail: cllow@jentrikon.com.my Mech. Engineer: Mr CL Low QUANTITY SURVEYOR Baharuddin Ali & Low Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-9285 3744 E-mail: balow@balow.com.my Web: www.balow.com.my Director: Sr Wong Kwi Ying MAIN CONTRACTOR To Be Appointed BRIEF DESCRIPTION Sitting on a 2.94-acre land, proposed development comprises two 43-storey towers with a total of 294 units. The units will have built-up areas from 1,703 - 2,634 sq ft (limited to four units per floor).

The development also has two-storey basement carpark, and 8-storey podium with carpark and facilities. The 0.9-acre facilities desk will have an array of offerings including a lap pool, open lawn, children’s wet and dry play

areas and a barbecue area, among others.

The development will also provide a touchless button lift system, a cycling studio together with a rooftop gym and private lounge.

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B&I PROJECT REPORT MALAYSIA GREENSTONE DEVELOPMENT SDN BHD Astrum Ampang @ Ulu Kelang, Gombak, Selangor, Malaysia.

PROJECT REF. 0421-7167 CLASSIFICATION Mixed Development STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION PT 1039 (HSD 39505),

Lot 126664, Seksyen 2

(PN 110157), Lot 126665

Seksyen 2 (PN 110158),

PT - Seksyen 100 (HSD 146795),

Jalan Enggang,

Bandar Ulu Kelang,

Daerah Gombak,

Selangor, Malaysia.

(GPS Coordinates:3.168500, 101.735341) APPROX. PROJECT COST Undisclosed APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 2Q 2021 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 1Q 2024 DEVELOPER Greenstone Development Sdn Bhd (A subsidiary of Setia Awan Holdings Sdn Bhd) Tel : +605-6888 882 E-mail: enquiries@setiaawan.com Web: www.setiaawan.com Director: Datuk Doh Jee Chia ARCHITECT Aeon Services (Richard WZ Lee Architect) Tel: +603-4161 5698 E-mail: ae_aeonservices@yahoo.com Web: www.aeonservices.com.my Principal: Ar Richard Lee C & S ENGINEER SNA Consult Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7729 2299 E-mail: snacslt@gmail.com Web: https://snaconsult.com.my/ Director: Dato’ Ir Robert Ang M & E ENGINEER JPK & Associates Tel: +603-6273 6178 E-mail: jpk@jpk.com.my Mechanical Associate: Mr Melvyn Yeo QUANTITY SURVEYOR DK-QS Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-8953 9998 E-mail: admin@dkqs.com.my Web: www.dkqs.info Director: Sr Lilian Wong MAIN CONTRACTOR To Be Appointed 50 November-December 2021 | www.b-i.biz

BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) is situated on a 6.75-acre plot of land, and will consists of residential, commercial, SOHO and serviced apartment units to be developed in three phases.

Phase 1 consists of a 45-storey tower with 495 serviced apartment units and a 44-storey SOHO tower with 352 units, one podium block with business space, affordable

shoplots, a 7-storey carpark space, one unit for kindergarten, a garbage space and a mechanical space. Phase 2 comprises a 50-storey tower with 550 serviced apartment units and a 44-storey SOHO tower with 352 units. Phase 3 comprises a 55-storey serviced apartment tower and one block of 484 affordable apartments. All six blocks will have one floor furnished with facilities.

KL-KEPONG COUNTRY HOMES SDN BHD Jardin Residences @ Bandar Seri Coalfields, Sungai Buloh, Selangor, Malaysia.

PROJECT REF. 0521-7181 CLASSIFICATION Residential STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION Part of Lot 33922 (lot asal 851),

Jalan BSC 6A,

Bandar Seri Coalfields,

47000 Sungai Buloh, Selangor, Malaysia.

(GPS Coordinates: 3.255424, 101.491295) APPROX. PROJECT COST Undisclosed APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 2Q 2020 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 4Q 2023 DEVELOPER KL-Kepong Country Homes Sdn Bhd (A subsidiary of KLK Land Sdn Bhd) Tel: +603-7726 1868 E-mail: info@klkland.com.my Web: https://klkland.com.my/ Executive Director (Property Division): Dato’ David Tan ARCHITECT CL & O Architects Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7887 8193 E-mail: cloa@cloa.com.my Web: www.cloa.com.my Co-founder: Ar Chiam Chin Yong C & S ENGINEER CIVIL: Kemasepakat Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7804 5282 E-mail: info@kemasepakat.com.my Web: https://kemasepakat.com Executive Director: Ir Aw Kha Ching STRUCTURAL: TYL Perunding Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7803 6339 E-mail: tylp@tylp.com.my Web: www.tylp.com.my Associate Director: Kathiravan Krishnan

E-mail: info@klkland.com.my Web: https://klkland.com.my/ Executive Director (Property Division): Dato’ David Tan

M & E ENGINEER Syterra Consult Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7710 7281 E-mail: project@terra-consult.com.my Director: Ir Wong Sai Yong

MAIN CONTRACTOR Timur Kaya Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-5633 2354 E-mail: timurkayacontact@timurkaya.net Manager: Ms Cheong Pik Yee

QUANTITY SURVEYOR KL-Kepong Country Homes Sdn Bhd (A subsidiary of KLK Land Sdn Bhd) Tel: +603-7726 1868

BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed development is the latest residential offering at Bandar Seri Coalfields. Also known as Precinct 6A, it comprises a total of 469

double-storey terraced houses that will be developed in two phases (Phase 1 - 232 units, and Phase 2 - 237 units). The units are available in four layout types with built-up areas from 2,206 - 2,613 sq ft (4 bedrooms + 4 bathrooms). Among the amenities available include access to the Clubhouse and a 50-acre pristine Central Park, the 5 Stones Park with jogging track, parcourses, playmounds, tricycle lane, family pavilion and etc.

Bandar Seri Coalfields is a 1,001-acre low-density integrated township first launched in 2011 with a total gross development value (GDV) of RM5.6 billion.

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B&I PROJECT REPORT MALAYSIA LAMAN EXOTIKA SDN BHD La Casa Lunas @ Kulim, Kedah, Malaysia.

PROJECT REF. 0521-7180 CLASSIFICATION Residential STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION Lot 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963,

1964, 1965 and government l

and (river reserve) Bandar Lunas,

Section 11, Daerah Kulim, Kedah, Malaysia.

(GPS Coordinates: 5.473828, 100.538183) APPROX. PROJECT COST Undisclosed APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 4Q 2019 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE To Be Announced DEVELOPER Laman Exotika Sdn Bhd (A subsidiary of Sri Pengkalan Binaan Sdn Bhd) Tel: +606-2810 003 E-mail: info@spb.my Web: www.spb-property.my Executive Director: Datuk Jacky Yap ARCHITECT M Ghazali Architect Tel: +603-9281 0140 E-mail: tesseller@gmail.com / mazlin@mghazali.net Web: www.mghazali.net Principal: Mr Mazlin Ghazali C & S ENGINEER Perunding THD Sdn Bhd Tel: +604-4200 405 E-mail: pthd10@yahoo.com Project Engineer: Mr Mohd Redho b Zakaria M & E ENGINEER Perunding GD Tel: +604-4229 382 E-mail: perundinggd@gmail.com Engineer: Mr Chuah Hock Weng QUANTITY SURVEYOR Care of Developer MAIN CONTRACTOR To Be Appointed BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed development is a 220-acre freehold township project located 10 minutes away from Kulim High-Tech Park, the BKE highway connecting Penang and Kulim town. Currently under construction are 142 units of double 52 November-December 2021 | www.b-i.biz

storey houses with land area of 22′ × 65′ and built-up of 1,900 sq ft (4 bedrooms and 2 living rooms). Each unit will have both wet and dry

kitchen, and private courtyard garden. The development features a 40-feet green back lane with jogging track.

MAXIM HEIGHTS SDN BHD

M Adora @ Wangsa Melawati, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

PROJECT REF. 0421-7173 CLASSIFICATION Serviced Apartment STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION Wangsa Melawati, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

(GPS Coordinates: 3.204541, 101.745957) APPROX. PROJECT COST RM378 million APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 4Q 2020 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 2Q 2024 DEVELOPER Maxim Heights Sdn Bhd (A subsidiary of Mahsing Group) Tel: 1300 80 6888 / +603-9078 2899 E-mail: m-adora@mahsing.com.my Web: www.mahsing.com.my Group MD: Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Leong Hoy Kum ARCHITECT MOA Architects Tel: +603-7971 1045 E-mail: info@moaa.my Web: https://moaa.my/ Director: Ar Tan Ewe Liat C & S ENGINEER SNA Consult Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7729 2299 E-mail: snacslt@gmail.com Web: https://snaconsult.com.my/ Director: Dato’ Ir Robert Ang M & E ENGINEER East Orient Consult Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7847 1133 E-mail: eoc@eoc.com.my Engineer: Mr Jeff Tan QUANTITY SURVEYOR Econcos Consultant Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-6277 4921 E-mail: info@econcos.com Web: www.econcos.com Director: Sr Wong Seat Sin MAIN CONTRACTOR Pembinaan Bintang Baru Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-6275 6555 E-mail: pbb@bintangbaru.com.my Managing Director: Mr Adam Yong BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed development comprises two blocks of 31-storey serviced apartment with a total of 677

units. The units are available in three layouts with built-up areas of 850 - 1,200 sq ft, two to three bedrooms and dual key, as well as two to three carparks. The selected unit for Type B is appointed with accessorized parcel space at the carpark level. (Size: 37 - 73 sq ft).

The development has over 30 lifestyle

facilities across five floors, which include kindergarten and nursery, half basketball court and badminton courts, co-working space, games room, horizon pool, island Jacuzzi, kids water play, indoor and outdoor gyms, playground, multipurpose hall, and etc.

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B&I PROJECT REPORT MALAYSIA ONE DAMANSARA SDN BHD Aetas Damansara @ Petaling, Selangor, Malaysia.

PROJECT REF. 0421-7176 CLASSIFICATION Serviced Apartment STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION Lot 89553 (Lot Lama PT 423),

Persiaran Tropicana,

Mukim Bandar Damansara,

Daerah Petaling, Selangor, Malaysia.

(GPS Coordinates: 3.131293, 101.593540) APPROX. PROJECT COST RM564 million APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 1Q 2021 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 2Q 2025 DEVELOPER One Residence Sdn Bhd (A subsidiary of MCT Bhd) Tel: +603-5115 9988 E-mail: corpcomm@mct.com.my Web: www.mct.com.my CEO: Mr Teh Heng Chong -JVAyala Land, Inc. E-mail: information@ayalaland.com.ph Web: www.ayalaland.com.ph CEO: Mr Bernard Vincent O. Dy ARCHITECT yhsA Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7960 9699 E-mail: yhsa@yhsa.com.my Web: www.yhsa.com.my Director: Mr Yap Hock Seong C & S ENGINEER Jurutera Perunding Primareka Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-5882 7913 E-mail: general@primareka.com Web: www.primareka.com Director (Structural): Ir Ong Teik Jin M & E ENGINEER East Orient Consult Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7847 1133 E-mail: eoc@eoc.com.my Engineer: Mr Jeff Tan QUANTITY SURVEYOR Care of Developer MAIN CONTRACTOR Al-Ambia Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7965 6888 54 November-December 2021 | www.b-i.biz

E-mail: benhong@al-ambia.com.my Web: http://al-ambia.com.my/ Managing Director: Mr Ben Hong Eng Hock BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed project is a leasehold low-density development. It comprises two blocks of 39-40 storey residential towers housing a total of 226 units atop a 8-storey podium; Block A will have 149 units, and Block B will have 77 units.

The units are available in several layouts with built-up areas of 2,098 - 6,114 sq ft (3 + 1 to 4 + 1 bedrooms. Selected units also come with personal storage space in carpark lot. The development offers extensive range of facilities on Level 8 of the podium, including infinity pool, wading and outdoor spa pools, gym, family seating and picnic deck, playground, alfresco pavilion area, function hall, and etc.

PROUSAHA (MALAYSIA) SDN BHD RIAZ Residences @ Damansara Damai, Selangor, Malaysia.

PROJECT REF. 0421-7178 CLASSIFICATION Mixed Development STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION Lot 87285, Jalan PJU 10/1C,

Damansara Damai, Mukim Sungai

Buloh, Daerah Petaling, Selangor, Malaysia.

(GPS Coordinates: 3.190302, 101.595721) APPROX. PROJECT COST Undisclosed APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 4Q 2019 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 1Q 2024 DEVELOPER Prousaha (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (A subsidiary of Asian Pac Holdings Berhad) Tel: +603- 2786 3388 E-mail: enquiry@asianpac.com.my Web: www.asianpac.com.my Managing Director: Dato’ Mustapha Bin Buang ARCHITECT Arca 3 Arkitek Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7887 5353 / 5445 E-mail: general@arca3arkitek.com Web: www.arca3arkitek.com.my Principal: Ar Anuar Bin Mohamed C & S ENGINEER TDC Engineering Consultants Sdn Bhd Tel: +603- 5124 0869 Email: general@tdceng.com.my Director: Ir Cheah Chee Fong M & E ENGINEER Perunding Berkat 24/1A, Jalan Emas 5, Taman Emas Cheras, Batu 8 ½, 43200 Selangor, Malaysia.

Tel: +603- 9075 3811 Engineer: Mr Jonathan Teng QUANTITY SURVEYOR Juru Kos Tel: +603-5885 2682/2689 E-mail: ttsjurukos@gmail.com Quantity Surveyor: Sr Tee Wei Kin MAIN CONTRACTOR Berlateh Construction Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-4042 6716 E-mail: info@berlateh.com Web: www.berlateh.com Project Manager: Mr Stephen Loo

BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed leasehold development is situated on a 6.5-acre site and comprises two blocks of 25-storey serviced apartment housing 780 units, as well as 18 shoplots. Block A will have 422 units and Block B will have 358 units. The units are available in four layout types, with built-up

area ranging from 852 - 1,003 sq ft.

The development will have a wide range of facilities across two floors, which include outdoor fitness station, multipurpose court, reflexology area and jogging path, shops, infinity and wading pools, gym, multipurpose halls, playground, BBQ area, and etc.

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B&I PROJECT REPORT MALAYSIA SKYAWANI 5 DEVELOPMENT SDN BHD Skyawani V Residence @ Setapak, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

PROJECT REF. 0421-7172 CLASSIFICATION Serviced Apartment STAGE OF PROJECT Structural LOCATION PT No 29 (Terdahulu Lot 1 &

Lot 4), Jalan Harapan,

Seksyen 17,

Mukim Sungai Penchala,

Daerah Petaling, Selangor, Malaysia.

(GPS Coordinates: 3.130096, 101.630120) APPROX. PROJECT COST RM280 million APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 3Q 2020 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 3Q 2024 DEVELOPER Tropicana Temokin Sdn Bhd (Tropicana Corporation Berhad-Temokin Holdings Sdn Bhd-JV) Tel: +603-7710 1018 E-mail: corpcomm@tropicanacorp.com.my Web: www.tropicanacorp.com.my Executive Director: Mr Adrian Chin -JVTemokin Holdings Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-4044 1111 E-mail: temokin@temokin.com Web: www.temokin.com Executive Director: Mr Tan Chien Wen ARCHITECT T&T Architect Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7983 7082 E-mail: ttarchitec@gmail.com Web: www.ttgroup.com.my Principal: Ar Tung Mun Kiat C & S ENGINEER Kemasepakat Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7804 5282 E-mail: info@kemasepakat.com.my Web: https://kemasepakat.com/ Director: Ir Wong Chee Loong M & E ENGINEER East Orient Consult Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7847 1133 E-mail: eoc@eoc.com.my Electrical Project Engineer: Mr Bryan Chew

E-mail: ttsjurukos@gmail.com Quantity Surveyor: Sr Tee Wei Kin

QUANTITY SURVEYOR Juru Kos Tel: +603-5885 2682/2689

BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed development is the affordable housing offering at Tropicana Miyu. It comprises

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45 serviced apartment units across four floors.

The overall 41-storey block will house a total of 271 units.

The facilities include vehicle charging stations, an infinity pool, a shallow pool, pool deck, floating gymnasium, reflexology path, children’s playground, cabana as well as barbecue area.

WAWASAN METRO BINA SDN BHD Residensi Metro Kepong @ Kepong, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

PROJECT REF. 0421-7168 CLASSIFICATION Serviced Apartment STAGE OF PROJECT Sitework LOCATION Lot PT 26890 (Dahulu

Plot 2), Jalan Metro Perdana

Barat, Taman Metropolitan,

Kepong, Mukim Batu,

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

(GPS Coordinates: 3.219448, 101.642947) APPROX. PROJECT COST >RM200 million APPROX. COMMENCEMENT DATE 1Q 2021 APPROX. COMPLETION DATE 1Q 2023 DEVELOPER Wawasan Metro Bina Sdn Bhd (A subsidiary of Maxim Global Berhad) Tel: +603-7803 7008 E-mail: rmk.wmb@gmail.com / maxim88@maximglobal.com.my Web: https://maximglobal.com.my/ Managing Director: Datuk Seri Gan Seong Liam ARCHITECT Perkhidmatan Akitek Tel: +603-2273 4388 E-mail: parkitek@yahoo.com Sr Project Architect: Mr Brandon Soh C & S ENGINEER Jurutera Perunding Awam YS Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7956 2233 E-mail: jpays@jpays.com.my Engineer: Ms Annie Lim M & E ENGINEER Perunding Mektrik Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-7957 7729 E-mail: pmsb@mektrik.com.my Director: Mr James Wong QUANTITY SURVEYOR Jurukur Bahan FPS Sdn Bhd Tel: +603-9131 8787 E-mail: fps@fpsqs.com.my Web: http://fpsqs.com.my Managing Director: Mr Steven Tey 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/ Project Manager: Mr Wai Choy Foong

BRIEF DESCRIPTION Proposed RUMAWIP project comprises six blocks of affordable serviced apartment with a total of 3,032 units, and will be developed in two phases.

Currently under construction is Phase 1, consisting of two 36-storey towers (Block A and B) with 491 serviced apartment units each, and a 37-storey tower (Block C) with 538 units,

including a 7-storey podium for carpark and facilities.

Phase 2 will consists of two 42-storey towers (Block D and E) with 460 serviced apartment units, and a 42-storey (Block F) with 492 serviced apartment units, including an 8-storey carpark podium, one-storey basement carpark, lifestyle facilities, garbage disposal and guardhouse.

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