The long-awaited Penang Light Rail Transit (LRT) project has officially commenced following the issuance of a Notice to Proceed (NTP) by MRT Corp to Gamuda Bhd. According to a report by Free Malaysia Today, the notice was issued yesterday, allowing SRS Consortium—led by Gamuda with a 60% stake—to begin full-scale ... Read More

A newly proposed affordable housing development is set to be built along Jalan Kampung Masjid in Teluk Kumbar, situated close to the upcoming Silicon Island. The site is approximately a 10-minute drive from Penang International Airport and less than 20 minutes from the Penang Second Bridge. The project will consist ... Read More

Thousands gathered at the scenic Kampung Agong in Penaga for the Penang2030 Festival X Seberang Perai Heritage Day 2025, a lively celebration that brought together the old and the new in a day filled with cultural charm and modern engagement. Held on Saturday from 2pm to 8pm, the event featured ... Read More

As Penang continues its transformation into a vibrant urban hub with global appeal, PDC Properties Sdn. Bhd. (PDCP) leads the way with thoughtful, community-driven developments. A wholly owned subsidiary of the Penang Development Corporation (PDC), PDCP is dedicated to delivering quality, innovative, and sustainable living spaces at attainable prices. From ... Read More

Northern Malaysia’s leading property developer, Ideal Property Group, has secured the prestigious gold award at the FIABCI World Prix D’Excellence Awards 2025 for its innovative Greek-inspired affordable housing development- I-Santorini, establishing the company as an internationally recognized leader in quality housing development. Prestigious International Recognition The FIABCI World Prix D’Excellence ... Read More

M Zenni by Mah Sing offers an exciting opportunity to own a freehold serviced residence in one of Penang’s fastest-growing corridors. Strategically located just 900m from the Penang Second Bridge, this 33-storey development sits on a 2.72-acre site and is poised between the established Free Industrial Zone (FIZ) and the ... Read More

Healthcare accessibility in the rapidly evolving township of Batu Kawan takes a significant leap forward with the commencement of operations at Columbia Asia Hospital-Batu Kawan. This marks Columbia Asia’s 13th hospital in Malaysia, further strengthening its presence as a leading private healthcare provider in the country. Columbia Asia Hospital Batu ... Read More

Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has reduced the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) by 25 basis points to 2.75%, marking its first rate cut in over a year. The central bank said the move is a proactive measure to support the country’s economic growth amid external uncertainties and moderate inflation. Following the ... Read More

SkyWorld Development Bhd is set to expand its footprint in Penang with the acquisition of a 25.9-acre land parcel in Batu Kawan for RM48.51 million. The land, known as Parcel 1, is part of a 161.5-acre site in Bandar Cassia, Seberang Perai Selatan, earmarked for the development of Rumah Bakat ... Read More

SkyWorld Pearlmont is the first project under the Rumah Bakat Madani Affordable Housing Scheme, a national initiative aimed at supporting the B40 and M40 income groups. The development is located on a 34-acre site in Seberang Jaya, along Jalan Todak, directly opposite the Penang Bird Park. It is a joint ... Read More