SkyWorld Development Berhad (“SkyWorld”) marked a significant milestone in its northern expansion with the official opening of its first sales gallery in Penang, SkyWorld Gallery @ Seberang Jaya. The launch also introduced SkyWorld’s PPVC (Prefabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction) Experience Centre and Satellite Quality Centre to the region, reinforcing the city developer’s commitment to product innovation and quality delivery.

The gallery opening was attended by members of the Penang media where they were invited for guided tours of the PPVC Experience Centre and Satellite Quality Centre alongside an exclusive preview of the SkyWorld Pearlmont show unit.

Speaking at the opening, Mr Lee Chee Seng, Chief Executive Officer of SkyWorld said, “The opening of SkyWorld Gallery @ Seberang Jaya marks an important milestone in our expansion into Northern Malaysia. By bringing our PPVC Experience Centre and Satellite Quality Centre to Penang, we aim to elevate how homebuyers experience quality and innovation in a SkyWorld home.”

Showcasing Product Innovation

More than a conventional sales gallery, SkyWorld Gallery @ Seberang Jaya is conceived as an engagement and learning hub, offering visitors deeper insight into SkyWorld’s industrialised construction approach.

At the PPVC Experience Centre, media representatives were introduced to the end-to-end PPVC process, where fully finished building modules are manufactured in a controlled factory environment before being assembled on-site. This construction method enables greater precision and consistency, shorter construction timelines, and a more sustainable building process with reduced waste and site disruption.

Complementing the experience is SkyWorld’s Satellite Quality Centre, which highlights the company’s quality management framework through a comprehensive Inspection & Test Plan covering civil and structural works, architectural finishes and other key components. The centre reflects SkyWorld’s philosophy that quality is embedded throughout the construction journey, rather than evaluated only upon completion.

SkyWorld Pearlmont: Redefining Integrated Living in Penang

SkyWorld’s entry into Penang is anchored by SkyWorld Pearlmont, a freehold 34-acre affordable housing development in Seberang Jaya developed under the Rumah Bakat MADANI initiative.

To date, over 80% of the 1,166 units launched in Phase 1A have been taken up, reflecting strong market confidence in PPVC technology and SkyWorld’s industrialised building approach.

SkyWorld Pearlmont stands out as Malaysia’s first large-scale residential development constructed using PPVC technology, as well as the first to introduce a vertical school—an innovative concept that integrates education within a residential community.

Key features of SkyWorld Pearlmont include:

• Strategic location in mature neighbourhood of Seberang Jaya
• Construction using PPVC for improved build quality, efficiency and sustainability
• A commitment of minimum 85% QLASSIC score, exceeding the national average under CIDB Malaysia’s workmanship quality assessment system
• A 10-year leak-proof warranty
• Guaranteed low maintenance fee of RM0.18 psf for 10 years
• Exclusive access to Penang’s largest 10-acre elevated SkyPark
• Pay-per-use clubhouse concept
• Integrated retail spaces within a community-centric masterplan
• Smart living features powered by SkyWorld Connects 2.0

For more information, visit SkyWorld Pearlmont at SkyWorld Gallery @ Seberang Jaya, T/S Sales Gallery, JL F/P N, Jalan Tenggiri, 13700 Seberang Jaya, Penang, or access directions via Waze by searching “SkyWorld Gallery @ Seberang Jaya”.

Two long-stalled Rumah MutiaraKu (RMKu) housing projects in Balik Pulau are set for revival, offering long-awaited relief to more than 500 homebuyers affected by years of delay.

The projects—Pangsapuri Sri Bayu and Pangsapuri Quinton—involve a combined total of 625 units and had been abandoned for about seven years after construction was halted due to financial constraints faced by the original developer. Prior to the stoppage, Sri Bayu had reached over 60% completion, while Quinton was more than 80% complete.

Penang Housing and Environment Committee chairman Datuk Seri S. Sundarajoo said the issue was raised by affected buyers with the state government over a year ago and subsequently debated in the state legislative assembly. Following this, Mah Sing Group was appointed as the financier for the recovery effort, while BakerTilly Malaysia was named liquidator to manage and oversee the structured completion of both projects.

The state aims to complete one of the projects by June or July, with the second targeted for completion by the end of the year. However, Sundarajoo noted that rehabilitation work would be challenging, as many internal components had been damaged or stolen during the prolonged abandonment.

The announcement was made following the signing of a formal agreement between Mah Sing Group and BakerTilly Malaysia at Komtar, witnessed by Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. The agreement formalises the roles and responsibilities of all parties involved in bringing the projects to completion.

Chow said the state government takes seriously the issue of “sick projects” under the Ministry of Housing and Local Government, particularly those delayed by more than 30% or where the sale and purchase agreement period has lapsed. He noted that both Balik Pulau projects were nearly fully sold, with agreements signed as early as October and November 2017.

Acknowledging the financial strain on buyers—who have had to service housing loans while paying rent for temporary accommodation—the state government, through the Penang State Housing Board and related agencies, has conducted site visits and multiple meetings to develop a viable recovery plan. Ongoing monitoring will continue to ensure compliance with procedures and to safeguard buyers’ rights.

For buyers like civil servant Mohd Danial Rasydan Razak, the revival brings renewed hope. After years of uncertainty and financial burden, he said the news finally offers a clear path toward moving into the first home he purchased, marking a long-awaited turning point for affected families.

MARC Residence & Serviced Apartment is a completed project located along the main road of Jalan Song Ban Kheng, Bukit Mertajam, offering a combination of serviced apartment and condominium units. MARC designed with a modern residential concept, the project focuses on practical layouts, efficient space planning and everyday live ability. With its completed status, MARC allows buyers to view the actual units and move in immediately, making it a suitable option for both own stay or investment purpose.

The dual-key concept of MARC is one of its most significant features, as it offers homeowners additional flexibility. This arrangement is ideal for owners who wish to separate living spaces for rental income, as well as for multi generational families seeking independent living within the same apartment. In order to accommodate varying lifestyle and space needs, the condominium units are offered in greater built-up sizes of roughly 1,120 sq.ft and 1,330 sq.ft, while the serviced apartment units offer a built-up area of roughly 1,070 sq.ft. For comfortable everyday living, the condominium well-defined living, dining, and private spaces are complemented by adequate natural lighting and ventilation.

Strategically located along the main road of Jalan Song Ban Kheng, MARC enjoys convenient access to surrounding amenities, a wide variety of food outlets, commercial centers, educational institutions, and essential services within Bukit Mertajam. The development is well-connected to major road networks, allowing for efficient daily commuting and easy travel to nearby areas. Its location within an established neighborhood further enhances the practicality of the project for long-term living.

As a completed development with limited remaining units, MARC offers buyers the advantage of immediate occupancy in a fully established environment. Residents can enjoy a range of lifestyle facilities including a infinity pool, gym room, BBQ area, children’s playroom, playground and meeting room. It creating spaces for relaxation, recreation and social interaction. Combined with flexible unit layouts, a strategic location and completed status, MARC presents an appealing choice for homeowners and investors seeking a balanced and comfortable lifestyle

MARC is hosting a Chinese New Year family-themed event this festive season. Buy now, don’t wait — enjoy exclusive festive packages and angpow worth up to RM28,888, available for a limited time. Showroom units will be open for viewing, with family-friendly activities including lion dance workshops, handcraft activities, complimentary coffee, free eye check-ups, and selected car test drives.

EVENT DETAILS:

Date: 7–8 February 2026
Time: 9:00am – 6:00pm

Location : MARC Residence, Jalan Song Ban Kheng, Bukit Mertajam

A newly proposed mixed-use development is planned on a 2.77-acre site along Jalan Bagan Lalang, located in close proximity to the Butterworth Outer Ring Road. The site is situated less than five minutes’ drive from the North–South Expressway, within a 2km radius of Chung Ling Butterworth High School.

The proposal involves the construction of a 14-storey building comprising both residential and commercial components. It will feature 149 residential units, four levels of podium car parking, and 15 shop-office units located at the lower three levels. A dedicated facilities floor is planned at Level 5.

The project is still in its planning stage and more details will be available upon official launch.

Project Name : (to be confirmed)
Location : Butterworth
Property Type : Mixed development
Tenure: (to be confirmed)
Land Area: 2.77 acres
Built-up Size: (to be confirmed)
Total Units : 149 (residential), 15 (shop office)
Indicative Price : (to be confirmed)
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The Penang Development Corporation (PDC) has officially issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Linear Waterfront development involving land reclamation and land development along the Penang Island southern coastline, marking one of the most significant coastal development initiatives in recent years

The proposed development corridor stretches from the Queensbay Roundabout (Bulatan Harapan) to the Jambatan Sultan Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah (Second Penang Bridge), covering a strategically located waterfront zone adjacent to Bayan Lepas and Bayan Baru. According to the tender notice dated 15 January 2026, the project is open to local, international companies or consortiums.

The RFP encompasses both land reclamation works and subsequent land development, with a departmental indicative price of RM2.56 billion. PDC emphasised that this figure is an estimate and is not binding, nor does it guarantee project award or completion based on the stated amount.

While the RFP does not spell out specific development components, the scale and location of the project suggest long-term implications for Penang’s coastal urban form, connectivity, and economic positioning. The initiative is expected to attract strong interest from developers with experience in large-scale reclamation, mixed-use waterfront planning, and infrastructure-led developments.

According to information shared during Penang Week @ World Expo Osaka 2025, the development is estimated to have a gross development value (GDV) of RM9.8 billion. It is envisioned as a mixed-use waterfront district featuring a GBS business district, waterfront commercial spaces, serviced apartments, business hotels, lifestyle malls, marine-related activities and a transportation hub. A continuous waterfront promenade, incorporating pedestrian walkways and dedicated bicycle paths, is planned as a key public-facing element of the proposal.

Interested parties may purchase the tender documents from 15 January 2026 until 22 April 2026, at a non-refundable fee of RM5,000, with submissions due by 23 April 2026 at 12.00 noon at PDC’s Procurement Division in Bayan Lepas.

Further details and technical specifications are available directly from PDC through the official tender documentation.