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Tanco Holdings Bhd is proposing up to RM250 million in financial assistance for its joint venture with Menteri Besar Negeri Sembilan (Incorporated) (MBINS) to support the acquisition of land and development of an industrial park in Port Dickson. According to a filing with Bursa Malaysia, the proposed funding includes RM88.5 million for land acquisition, RM4.64 million for incidental costs, RM150 million for first-phase development, and RM6.87 million for contingencies. In October 2024, Tanco announced that its 80 per cent indirect subsidiary, Tanco Land Sdn Bhd (TLSB), had entered into an 80:20 joint venture with MBINS to develop the Port Dickson Free Zone (PDFZ). The industrial park will be developed on approximately 575 acres of land currently owned by SD Guthrie Bhd, and will feature warehouses, factories, and supporting infrastructure, to be developed in phases. In June 2025, MBINS entered into an agreement with SD Guthrie to acquire the land for RM88.5 million. Under the arrangement, MBINS will temporarily hold the land on behalf of the joint venture company, PDFZ Sdn Bhd, before transferring ownership upon completion. TLSB will be primarily responsible for arranging financing for both the land acquisition and project development. Tanco said the financial assistance will be provided through a combination of shareholder advances and corporate guarantees for bank borrowings, depending on the project’s financing requirements. The company noted that the funding is intended to avoid delays and ensure the timely completion of the project’s first phase, which is expected to contribute positively to future earnings. The proposal remains subject to shareholders’ approval at an extraordinary general meeting (EGM). Subject to approvals, the land acquisition is expected to be completed in the second half of 2026. On Friday, Tanco shares rose one sen, or 0.6 per cent, to RM1.75, valuing the company at approximately RM10.7 billion.

Property developer Thriven Global Bhd has placed its 1.99-acre land in Section 13, Petaling Jaya, on the market through an expression of interest (EOI) exercise, with an asking price of approximately RM54 million, or RM625 per sq ft (psf). The site, known as Lot 53, is located along Jalan Professor Khoo Kay Kim (formerly Jalan Semangat), with the EOI exercise set to close on July 8. The land previously housed the corporate office of Mudajaya Group Bhd, but is currently occupied by Flour, Fire & Stone café and pickleball club Pickle Park, both operated by Kenny Hills Hospitality Group. In 2018, Thriven — then known as Mulpha Land Bhd — had planned a RM317 million mixed development, known as Lumi Section 13, comprising a 42-storey residential tower with 310 serviced units. However, the project was later shelved. The sale is being exclusively marketed by Zerin Properties. Section 13’s Urban Transformation Located near mature neighbourhoods such as SS2, SS19, SEA Park, and Taman Paramount, Section 13 has gradually transformed from an industrial district into a mixed-use residential and commercial area. Industry observers say redevelopment efforts have been supported by rezoning initiatives from the Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ), encouraging developers to acquire former industrial land for new projects. According to market experts, former factory sites in the area have been redeveloped into projects including Jaya 33, Plaza 33, Atwater, Ryan & Miho, Pacific Tower, and Pacific 63 Residence. The precinct is also seeing increased activity from upcoming developments, including redevelopment of the former Dutch Lady factory, the old Kickapoo bottling plant, and land linked to Tan Chong. Recent land transactions in the area have reportedly ranged between RM515 and RM650 psf, reflecting continued investor interest. Industry players say Section 13 remains attractive due to its central Petaling Jaya location, highway accessibility, and growing mix of residential, commercial, lifestyle, and digital infrastructure developments. At RM625 psf, Thriven’s asking price is considered within the upper range of recent comparable transactions in the area. Shares in Thriven Global closed at seven sen last Thursday, valuing the company at approximately RM38.29 million.

Mah Sing Group Berhad (Mah Sing) continued to demonstrate a resilient performance supported by solid operational execution and a strong financial position. With approximately RM1 billion in cash and bank balances, Mah Sing remains well-positioned to pursue strategic landbank expansion and sustain long-term growth momentum. The Group also recorded its highest dividend payout ratio in two decades, at close to 50%, reinforcing its 20-year track record of uninterrupted dividend payouts. The Group secured RM978 million in new property sales in the first five months of 2026. This strong momentum positions the Group well to pursue its full-year sales target of RM2.76 billion, supported by sustained domestic demand, particularly in the affordable and mid-market segments, alongside a well-timed pipeline of property launches. “Mah Sing continues to see sustained demand across its M Series developments, supported by encouraging take-up from recent launches including M Aria in Sentul and M Aurora in Old Klang Road. This positive momentum is expected to continue through the remainder of 2026, underpinned by an approximately RM2.06 billion pipeline of new residential and industrial offerings, as well as our growing focus on data centre-related opportunities. Backed by unbilled sales of RM3.33 billion, the Group remains well-positioned to deliver stronger earnings in 2026,” said Mah Sing’s Group Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director, Dato’ Voon Tin Yow. Upcoming launches include M Mira in Setapak; M Hana in Puchong; M Amaya and M Cora in Penang, as well as M Tiara 2 and MS Industrial Park @ Kulai in Johor. The pipeline is further reinforced by new phases of existing projects, namely M Legasi in Semenyih; M Sinar Tower B in Southville City, Bangi; M Grand Minori and Meridin East in Johor. Beyond the M Series, the Group adopts a market-driven approach by aligning its product offerings with the unique characteristics and demand dynamics of each location and catchment. In prime city centre locations such as the landmark Corus Hotel site in Kuala Lumpur, Mah Sing is strategically introducing luxury developments targeted at both local and foreign markets, while continuing to unlock long-term value from its premium landbanks. Strong Cash Flow to Support Strategic Landbank Expansion On the financial front, the Group’s balance sheet remains healthy, with cash and bank balances and investments in short-term funds of approximately RM1 billion, and a net gearing of 0.39x as at 31 March 2026. With more than RM430 million in vacant possession funds expected over the next few months, the Group’s gearing position is anticipated to improve further. This strong financial position provides the Group with flexibility to pursue strategic landbank expansion and selective acquisitions in high-growth locations, while maintaining disciplined capital allocation. On 26 May 2026, Mah Sing paid approximately RM128 million dividend to shareholders, representing close to a 50% payout ratio, the highest in two decades and well above the Group’s minimum dividend payout policy of 40%. Mah Sing’s Founder and Group Managing Director, Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Leong Hoy Kum, said, “Our focus remains on building a resilient and future-ready business underpinned by disciplined execution, strong financial management and sustainable growth strategies. Mah Sing will continue to leverage its diversified development pipeline and strategic market position to capture opportunities across resilient segments. We also remain actively focused on securing strategic landbank opportunities to strengthen our development pipeline in line with future growth opportunities.” Disciplined and timely project execution, coupled with steady construction progress, continued to support the Group’s revenue, earnings and cash flow generation. The Group recently delivered vacant possession of M Astra in Setapak, which was completed 15 months ahead of schedule. Upon completion, M Astra achieved an 89% score under the Quality Assessment System in Construction (QLASSIC), the highest score recorded for a high-rise development in Malaysia. Upcoming property completions in 2026 include M Nova in Kepong; Phase 3A and 3B landed link homes of M Senyum in Salak Tinggi; Phase 2 of M Panora in Rawang, and Parcel 4A1 and 4A2 of Meridin East in Johor Bahru. These completions are expected to generate more than RM430 million in vacant possession funds, further strengthening the Group’s liquidity position. Financial Performance for Q1 2026 The Group recorded a profit after tax (“PAT”) of RM68.1 million for the quarter ended 31 March 2026, representing a 3% increase compared to the preceding year’s corresponding quarter. Revenue from property development was RM460.6 million compared to RM521.0 million in the previous year’s corresponding quarter, while operating profit was RM108.6 million as compared to RM103.4 million in the previous year’s corresponding quarter. The performance was mainly attributable to a higher proportion of sales secured from new projects, where revenue contribution is expected to pick up as construction progresses beyond the initial stages. Operating profit was also strengthened by the finalisation of construction costs for certain contracts nearing completion. The development projects that were key earnings contributors include M Nova and M Zenya in Kepong; M Astra in Setapak; M Legasi in Semenyih; M Senyum in Salak Tinggi, as well as Meridin East, M Tiara and M Minori in Johor Bahru. Other projects that also contributed include M Azura in Setapak; M Aspira in Taman Desa; M Terra in Puchong; Southville City in Bangi; and M Panora in Rawang. Mah Sing 1-2-3 Campaign Launched recently, the Mah Sing 1-2-3 Campaign is a homeownership programme designed to provide added value and greater ease of ownership for homebuyers. The campaign runs from 18 May 2026 to 31 October 2026. Customers who purchase any of the 12 participating Mah Sing projects across Klang Valley, Johor and Penang will automatically qualify for this campaign. The Mah Sing 1-2-3 Campaign offers homebuyers three incentives with a single purchase: a one-year homeownership booster, up to two years of free maintenance fees, and a RM3,000 gold coin reward for eligible units in participating projects, subject to terms and conditions