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PAAB is planning a RM11.64 billion sukuk programme to support Malaysia's water infrastructure. But raising capital is only the beginning. The real measure of success lies in completed projects, reliable supply and fewer disruptions for businesses and households.
Perak's Kerian Industrial City promises nearly 12,000 jobs and new manufacturing opportunities. But industrial progress should be measured by more than investment figures. The real test lies in skilled employment, competitive wages and meaningful participation by local businesses.
A proposed US$400 million submarine cable will strengthen Southeast Asia's digital connectivity. Yet the MViSTA project reveals a bigger challenge: balancing infrastructure resilience, geopolitical considerations and national interests as the region becomes increasingly dependent on cross-border data networks.
Malaysia’s state-owned water-assets company plans RM11.64 billion of sukuk financing for a decade-long capital programme covering essential infrastructure.
Huashi Malaysia has marked Falcon Data Center’s completion, strengthening its digital infrastructure delivery record while leaving commercial metrics undisclosed.
Gamuda is targeting nearly RM7 billion of FY2027 property sales as it prepares about RM10 billion of launches in three Asian markets.
MRT Corp and TNB will study renewable energy, EV charging and power resilience at key RTS Link facilities before considering a broader rail rollout.
AME REIT lifted second-quarter net property income to RM16 million and declared 2.19 sen per unit, supported by acquisitions and rental reversions.
Malaysia Airports is expanding key gateways and pursuing more airline capacity through an investment programme exceeding RM11 billion over five years.
Sunway plans trials of autonomous buses, driverless logistics vehicles and electric aircraft across its Malaysian transport and township ecosystem.
Malaysia's data centre sector is expanding rapidly, but electricity and water infrastructure costs raise important questions about fairness and long-term economic value.
Malaysia is preparing tougher action against cable theft, but the Transport Ministry says penalties must be paired with stronger prevention across rail networks.
The Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS Link is approaching a year-end fare decision, while passenger service still depends on testing, certification and approvals.
