PETALING JAYA, Thomson Medical Group (TMG) has officially launched Johor Bay, an RM18 billion gross development value (GDV) project that is poised to become a transformative landmark within the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ).
Spanning 26 acres of freehold land, the integrated master plan will be spearheaded by the upcoming Thomson Hospital Iskandariah, which will serve as the development’s healthcare nucleus. The hospital will be complemented by specialist medical suites, aged care and assisted living facilities, ensuring a comprehensive healthcare ecosystem that caters to the region’s growing cross-border demand.
Beyond healthcare, Johor Bay will feature luxury residences, a five-star hotel, commercial zones, and lifestyle precincts, positioning the project as a world-class urban destination. Market observers have already likened the development to becoming the “Marina Bay of Johor,” reflecting its ambition to redefine the region’s skyline and investment landscape.
Strategically located just 1.2 km from the upcoming Bukit Chagar rapid transit system (RTS) station, Johor Bay is designed as a holistic ecosystem that integrates healthcare, urban living, and long-term investment opportunities — making it a key anchor in the JS-SEZ blueprint.
The project’s first phase, with a value of RM3.1 billion, will include the flagship hospital and a 47-storey luxury residential tower offering 180 exclusive units. This phase alone is expected to generate more than 1,200 new jobs, contributing meaningfully towards the JS-SEZ’s wider objective of creating 20,000 skilled jobs within five years.
TMG executive vice-chairman Kiat Lim said the timing was ideal for the launch.
“The time is right — economic tailwinds, infrastructure momentum, and demographic shifts are converging. Johor Bay will not only reshape the skyline but also play a defining role in the long-term growth of the JS-SEZ.”
