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Market insights

Reports, guides and commentary on Malaysia's industrial and commercial property — written for factory owners, developers and investors.

September 2026 Selangor factory-expansion visual illustrating why an owner-occupier manufacturer may acquire warehouse space beside its existing factory.

7 September 2026

Factory Expansion in Selangor 2026: When Buying a Nearby Warehouse Makes Operational Sense

Orgabio's RM11.26 million Semenyih acquisition shows why manufacturers sometimes expand by buying nearby warehouse space instead of relocating their factory.

Alvin Chin

29 August 2026

Why Replacement Cost Makes Koji Puncak Alam a Compelling Industrial Property Value Play

A practical replacement-cost lens for industrial and commercial property investors, and why Koji Puncak Alam deserves a close look at today's pricing.

Alvin Chin

Conceptual aerial view of a modern container port and logistics corridor, illustrating Westports 2 expansion.

25 August 2026

Westports 2 Expansion: What It Means for Klang’s Industrial Property Market

Westports 2 will nearly double Port Klang’s container capacity. What does it mean for manufacturers, logistics firms and industrial property demand in Klang?

Alvin Chin

20 August 2026

Can a Foreign-Owned Malaysian Company Buy Industrial Land or a Factory in Malaysia in 2026?

A concise 2026 guide for foreign-owned Malaysian manufacturers buying industrial land or a factory: state consent, MIDA licensing, due diligence and government support.

Alvin Chin

Selangor industrial property outlook for Q2 2026, featuring modern factories, logistics infrastructure and a Malaysia map highlighting Selangor, with 7.3% manufacturing growth and RM12.2 billion of construction work.

17 August 2026

Selangor Industrial Property Outlook Q2 2026: Strong Manufacturing Meets Rising New Supply

Selangor recorded RM12.2 billion of construction work in Q2 2026 while Malaysia’s manufacturing sector grew 7.3% in the same period.

Alvin Chin

Map highlighting Negeri Sembilan in Peninsular Malaysia, alongside a modern industrial park and major manufacturers including Samsung, Coca-Cola and Dutch Lady, illustrating the state’s growing appeal for factory expansion in 2026.

14 August 2026

Why Manufacturers Are Looking at Negeri Sembilan for New Factory Expansion

Negeri Sembilan is increasingly appearing on the shortlist of manufacturers searching for larger industrial sites outside the mature Klang Valley.

Alvin Chin

actory power supply in Malaysia with industrial factory and electrical substation, illustrating TNB application and supply planning for manufacturers.

14 August 2026

Building a Factory in Malaysia? How to Plan Your Power Supply with TNB Before Construction

Planning to build a factory in Malaysia? Understand the TNB electricity supply process, from power requirement assessment and 11kV SSU planning to TNB approval, construction and commissioning.

Alvin Chin

Understand the cost, timeline and process of extending a Selangor leasehold property to 99 years, especially in Petaling Jaya.

11 August 2026

Petaling Jaya Leasehold Renewal: What Property Owners Need to Know

Understand the cost, timeline and process of extending a Selangor leasehold property to 99 years, especially in Petaling Jaya. We explain the renewal premium, application steps and key uncertainties facing property owners.

Alvin Chin

3 August 2026

Selangor Data Centre Land in 2026: Why Power and Water Matter More Than Location

Selangor data-centre land is facing stricter scrutiny over electricity, water and sustainability. Learn what investors must verify before buying industrial land.

Alvin Chin

28 July 2026

Port Klang Top 10 Global Port 2025 | Industrial Property Impact

Port Klang, Malaysia is now the world's 10th busiest container port. Discover how this strengthens demand for industrial land, factories and logistics assets in the Klang Valley and beyond.

Alvin Chin

Market Report

Malaysia's 1H 2026 Trade Performance

Malaysia's export engine carried real momentum into 2026. For anyone buying, building or leasing industrial space, the trade numbers are a leading indicator of factory demand, warehouse absorption and land pricing across the Klang Valley.

20 July 2026