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Market insights

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

Selangor factory wastewater treatment and recycling facility illustrating the Zero Discharge Policy and LUAS licensing requirements in October 2026

26 October 2026

Selangor Zero Discharge Policy 2026: Factory LUAS Licence Guide

Selangor's Zero Discharge Policy now covers thousands of premises. Learn how LUAS AK/BP licences, wastewater reuse and enforcement affect factories.

Alvin Chin

October 2026 Port Klang and Midport logistics strategy visual illustrating different cargo-handling roles and their implications for industrial warehouse locations in Selangor and Negeri Sembilan.

22 October 2026

Port Klang vs Midport: How Malaysia's Port Strategy Could Reshape Industrial Logistics

Malaysia government has clarified the roles of Port Klang, Carey Island and Midport in Port Dickson. Understand how port expansion could influence warehouse and logistics locations.

Alvin Chin

October 2026 Kapar industrial-land visual explaining how prolonged planning requirements contributed to Pantech's proposed RM31.73 million disposal of a 10-acre factory expansion site

21 October 2026

Industrial Land Conversion Selangor 2026; Why a Manufacturer Abandoned Its Original Factory Site

Pantech Global is selling 10 acres in Kapar after factory development delays. Understand why land conversion, planning permission and construction timelines matter.

Alvin Chin

Malaysia data-centre industrial ecosystem infographic showing opportunities for power and switchgear suppliers, cooling companies, engineering firms, fibre providers, cybersecurity companies and logistics operators in Selangor and Negeri Sembilan

News

Banting Data Centre Power 2026: Why 275kV Infrastructure Matters for Industrial Land

A RM72.84 million 275kV power connection is being built for Banting Technology Park. Understand what this means for data-centre land and power-ready industrial sites in Selangor.

24 September 2026

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