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                                                                     UMLand

Warm greetings and                                                      8
                                                                  Suasana Johor
Happy New Year 2018!
It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the
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inaugural issue of UMEdge – the official newsletter of
                                                                  Medini Lakeside
UMLand. Incorporated in 1961, United Malayan Flour
Mills became public listed in 1965 and subsequently
underwent a reverse takeover into United Malayan
Land Bhd (UMLand) in 1995. Since then, we have                         20
grown to become a property developer of distinction              Bandar Seri Alam
that delivers cutting-edge results though our Township
and Niche Divisions. With UMEdge, we hope to keep
you at the forefront of all the exciting developments
taking place in all our completed, on-going and                        22
future projects. This initiative is also in-line with our           Seri Austin
endeavour to continuously enhance customer
experience and satisfaction.

This being our very first newsletter, we would like
to start by sharing a little bit on our background
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in property development and the projects that                      Mahkota Hills
have propelled our growth as a premier developer,
especially in the Iskandar Malaysia Region. Follow us
on this riveting journey towards the exciting plans we
have in store for the future. Read the feature article                 26
focused on our acclaimed SUASANA brand of niche                  Bandar Seri Putra
developments that have taken living, working, retail
and entertainment experiences to unprecedented
levels of refinement.
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Also see the latest developments taking place in                Iskandar Halal Park
our Township projects all around the Klang Valley,
Iskandar Malaysia and Johor Bahru. And do check
out the latest industry buzz such as the High Speed
Rail (HSR) and Rapid Transit System (RTS) headlined
in the ‘Industry News’ section.
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                                                              Events & Announcements
On behalf of all of us at UMLand, I would like to thank
you for your continuous support and interest in our
development projects. We hope you find the content
in this newsletter informative and interesting. Have a                 32
pleasant read.                                                     Industry News
Thank you.

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                                                                 Buyer’s Feedback

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                                                                      Awards
Dennis Ng Yew Khim
Group Managing Director
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               Suasana Bangsar

                                                                                                         UMLand
                                                                                                                                  United Maiayan Land Bhd is a premier development company in Malaysia.
                                                                                                                                  Our operations are focused on two development divisions namely, the
                                                                                                                                  township and niche divisions. For over 20 years, we have established an
                                                                                                                                  impressive portfolio of completed projects and an undeveloped land bank
                                                                                                                                  of over 1800 acres in both the niche and township developments.
                                                                                                         Past, Present & Future
                                                                                                                                  The Niche Division is especially acclaimed for it’s Suasana brand of
                                                                                                                                  serviced residences with their iconic presence in prime locations in Kuala
                                                                                                                                  Lumpur and Johor. The five completed projects under the niche division are
                                                                                                                                  Suasana Sentral Loft at KL Sentral, Suasana Bangsar in Bangsar, Seri Bukit
                                                                                                                                  Ceylon and Suasana Bukit Ceylon in Jalan Ceylon, CBD Kuala Lumpur and
                                                                                                                                  Somerset Puteri Harbour in Iskandar Puteri.

                                                                 Suasana Sentral Loft
Introduction

                                                                 Suasana Bukit Ceylon Facilities Floor

                                                                                                                                              With Bandar Seri Alam in Iskandar Malaysia, we made
                                                                                                                                              an impactful entrance and firmly established our
                                                                                                                                              position as a major player in the development industry
                                                                                                                                              in 1994. A mega township featuring the best selection
                                                                                                                                              of residential, commercial, industrial and educational
                                                                                                                                              offerings, Bandar Seri Alam stands proudly to this day
                                                                                                                                              as our signature development that continues to inspire
                                                                                                                                              and set our sights towards greater achievements with
                                                                                                                                              our current and future developments.

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               View of the Marina from Somerset Puteri Harbour                                                                                                                                                       5
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                                                                                                                       Suasana Bukit Ceylon – View from the facilities floor

                SUASANA
                An Iconic Presence at
                Prime Locations
                The Suasana brand of development embodies the
                innovative spirit of UMLand in rethinking living, working,
                leisure and entertainment environments to new levels of
                functional quality and luxurious refinement.

                Facilitating lifestyle that is a cut-above-the rest, our Niche
                Division has established its iconic presence in prime
                locations with Suasana Sentral Loft at KL Sentral, Suasana
                Bangsar in Bangsar, and Suasana Bukit Ceylon in Jalan
                Ceylon. Hot on the heels of this trend is Suasana Iskandar
                Malaysia at Johor Bahru City Centre (JBCC).

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                                                                                 Suasana Sentral Loft   Suasana Bukit Ceylon Suasana Bangsar                                         7
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                Suasana Aerial View
Niche Project

                1-3 Bedroom (644-1,235 sf) from RM770,000                                                                                        Zenith Lifestyle Centre
                                                                                                  Suasana Show Unit   Zenith Lifestyle Centre   Suasana Porte-cochère

                The SUASANA Transformation at Iskandar Malaysia
                SUASANA, JBCC’s newest upmarket tri-development takes centre stage along
                the corridors of Jalan Wong Ah Fook and Jalan Trus, and is just a short walking
                distance to JB Sentral and Johor Immigration (CIQ).

                Comprising an internationally branded Amari hotel, a 2-storey entertainment
                and retail hub Zenith Lifestyle centre and a 36-storey service residence tower,
                SUASANA forms an integral part of the city’s massive redevelopment and
                transformation program which welcomes a new and energetic urban boulevard
                of alfresco entertainment, shopping therapy and cultural hotspots in the city.

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                Contact us for more information : +607 298 9119                                                                                                                  9
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                Medini Lakeside Aerial View

                                                                                                             Medini Lakeside - a world-class
                                                                                                             commercial hub that showcases
                                                                                                             business, hospitality and retail
                                                                                                             excellence in a class of its own.
Niche Project

                                              The Heart of a New Metropolis
                                              Leave all pre-conceived notions of metropolitan living behind, and embrace a world-class lifestyle presented by leading
                                              names in the hospitality and property management industry. Located across from Legoland, Medini Lakeside is a fully
                                              integrated mix development in Flagship B of Iskandar Malaysia’s five major flagship zones.

                                              Poised at the heart of Iskandar Malaysia’s central business district where investment opportunities abound, the Medini
                                              Lakeside master plan showcases business, hospitality and retail components with esteemed property brands such as
                                              Shama, Citadines, and Ozo.

                                              Bearing the hallmarks of futuristic cities, Medini Lakeside is a sprawling 30-acre development comprised of the stunning
                                              5-acre UMCity and 12-acre Viridea Lakeside mixed developments, which overlook a breath-taking 13-acre lake, rife with
                                              natural and recreational attractions.

                                              UMLand Medini Lakeside Gallery
                                              PTD 200842, Persiaran Medini Sentral 1, 79250 Iskandar Puteri, Malaysia | +607 298 9119 | marketing@umland.com.my

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Niche Project

                                         108 Premium Office Units (772–1,812 sf) from RM852,000

                                         UMCity makes a bold and elegant statement at the epicentre of Iskandar Malaysia’s
                                         central business district. This lifestyle mixed integrated development showcases an ultra-
                                         chic corporate environment coupled with branded retail and alfresco F&B outlets fronting a
                                         beautifully landscaped lake park.

                                         As a fully integrated commercial hub designed for the jet-set urban dweller, UMCity presents
                                         2 Serviced Residences (Shama Medini and Citadines Medini), a business hotel under OZO
                                         and the Grade-A UMCity Office Tower.

                                         The corporate office tower soars 18 storeys above the retail podium with a total of 108
                                         premium office units. Offered in four layout variants, floor size ranges from 772 sf to 1,812 sf.

                                         Business set-ups at UMCity can enjoy unique advantages through the following
                                         Medini Incentives:
                                         • No Real Property Gain Tax (RPGT)
                                         • No restriction of RM1,000,000.00 for foreign purchaser
                                         • 10 years’ corporate tax exemption for approved companies
                                         • Reduced income tax for qualified knowledge workers
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                UMCITY     Aerial View   Contact us for more information : +607 298 9119                                                      13
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                                                                                                                                                            CITADINES MEDINI IS NOW OPEN
                                                                                                                                                            FOR REGISTRATION
Niche Project

                 Studio-3 Bedroom (581-1,194 sf) from USD183,000
                                                                            design features, set amidst lush greenery and recreational    Shama Show Unit
                                                                            spaces. With the availability of other facilities such as a
                                                                            gymnasium, swimming pool, children’s play area, outdoor
                                                                                                                                                            The esteemed Ascott Group further strengthens its presence at
                                                                            pavilion and rooftop restaurant, Shama Medini is an ideal
                                                                                                                                                            Iskandar Malaysia with its renowned Citadines brand. Along with
                                                                            “home away from home” where residents can live, work
                                                                                                                                                            Somerset Puteri Harbour and Somerset Medini, Citadines Medini is
                                                                            and play.
                                                                                                                                                            the Ascott Group’s third property in Iskandar Malaysia.
                                                                            Shama, a renowned brand in serviced apartment
                                                                                                                                                            Slated to open in early 2019, The 30-storey, 214-unit Citadines Medini
                                                                            management has a varied portfolio of properties spread
                                                                                                                                                            will offer furnished apartments that come with kitchens, separate
                                                                            across prime commercial and residential districts in
                                                                                                                                                            living, work and sleeping areas, ensuite bathrooms and other
                Shama Medini features upmarket serviced residences          Shanghai, Hangzhou, Hong Kong and Bangkok. Shama
                                                                                                                                                            modern amenities. Residents also get to enjoy other facilities which
                within a 20-storey tower perched on top of a 5–storey       Medini is Shama’s first property in Malaysia and the 11th
                                                                                                                                                            include a swimming pool and gymnasium.
                shopping mall which covers 300,000 square feet, with 100    property under the Shama brand which is managed and
                units of retail spaces. Luxurious accommodations ranging    operated by ONYX Hospitality Group. ONYX is renowned for
                                                                                                                                                            Dubbed the apart’hotel, Citadines Medini promises expatriates
                from 54-square-metre studios to 187-square-metre three-     its Amari brand of hotels in Thailand and the Middle East.
                                                                                                                                                            and business travellers with flexible services to customise their stay
                bedroom units come fully furnished with modern amenities.                                                                                   experience according to their lifestyles in the lavish comfort and
                                                                                                                                                            privacy of their spacious apartments, ranging from studios to one-
                Overlooking a scenic lake, Shama Medini delivers            Contact us for more information :                                               and two-bedroom apartments.
                unparalleled comfort and luxury through ecological          +607 298 9119                                                                                                                                             15
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                Also part of the the Medini Lakeside masterplan, Viridea is a remarkable showcase of residential,
                business and and retail components. Versatile, Verdure and Vibrant form the three themes that
                make this 12–acre mixed development a showcase of sustainability and well-balanced living for a
                thriving cosmopolitan community.

                Featuring SOHO homes and serviced residences complemented by an entertainment hub, at
                Viridea you will find versatile living spaces set against the verdure backdrop of nature where all
                can thrive within a vibrant community. SOHO units come in a range of cozy built-up spaces ranging
                from 736 sf to 870 sf. Selected units also boast a dedicated study area as well as a balcony.

                The serviced apartment units come in a wide variety of layout options in the form of 1 to 2-bedroom
                apartments with sizes ranging from 702 sf to 1,390 sf.

                Viridea offers an impressive range of both indoor and outdoor facilities to ensure a balanced living
                for all. Apart from the verdant natural attractions surrounding the scenic lake, residents can also
                enjoy the swimming pool, gymnasium, yoga zone, sauna and a reflexology path. Other unique
                facilities include an al-fresco dining space, Event Pavilion and Floating Stage.
Niche Project

                Contact us for more information : +607 298 9119

                 Viridea Show Unit
                 Viridea Show Unit

                 Viridea SOHO : 1-2 Bedroom (702-1,390 sf) from RM647,800                                              Viridea overlooking the lake and UMCity
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Township Project

                   Taman Seri Austin
                                                                                                                                           Mahkota Hills Aerial View

                        Game Changing Townships
                        The Township Division has five mixed township developments; Bandar Seri Alam,
                        Taman Seri Austin and Iskandar Halal Park which are strategically located within
                        Iskandar Malaysia whilst Bandar Seri Putra and Mahkota Hills are located in Selangor.

                        Our commitment to deliver superior, innovative and lifestyles products as well as services has been validated by
                        the numerous awards received for our projects in both the niche and township divisions.

                        Being proud recipients of 5 awards at the recent Property Guru Asia Awards (Malaysia) 2017, we eagerly look
                        forward to greater achievements and cutting-edge developments through our on-going and future projects.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                    Bandar Seri Alam Aerial View
                                                                                 the working professional crowd in BSA. The first phase of the                                                                    Opal Residenz
                                                                                 development featuring 92 units is fully sold out.

                                                                                 “Buyers are interested in Opal Residenz units because we
                                                                                 had engaged an Italian architecture firm to design the
                                                                                 homes which are located atop a hilly area,” said Freddie
                                                                                 Lee, executive director of Seri Alam Properties Sdn. Bhd. (a
                                                                                 UMLand subsidiary)

                                                                                 BSA is also home to Fortuna Hub Premier, which features
                   Going Further in the City of                                  78 units of four-storey shop-offices. A breath of fresh air to
                                                                                 Johor Bahru’s business and retail landscape, Fortuna Hub
                   Knowledge                                                     Premier features a lift for every unit, and is thoughtfully
                   Bandar Seri Alam (BSA) is a fully integrated mixed township   designed to meet the needs of business professionals
                   developed across 3,762 acres of prime freehold land within    seeking a modern, conducive and comfortable retail and
                   Flagship Zone D of Iskandar Malaysia. Dubbed the “City        commercial environment.
                   of Knowledge”, this verdant and dynamic development
                   houses a number of higher learning institutions such as       The appeal of BSA is further enhanced by the construction
                   Universiti Teknologi Mara campus, Universiti Kuala Lumpur     of the new general hospital, which was announced
                   campus, the Masterskill University College of Health          by the government in the 2016 budget. Other exciting
                   Sciences campus as well as international schools.             developments within the township also include the
                                                                                 construction of Foon Yew High School, one of the oldest
                   Section 2 of Opal Residenz, a 6.45-acre freehold project      and biggest schools in Malaysia and the Lee Chong Wei
                   comprising 82 double storey cluster and semi detached         International Sports City.
                   homes was launched in August 2017. Priced from
                   an affordable RM784,800, these units are perfect for          Contact us for more information :
                   upgraders, young couples, families with children as well as   +607 388 1111                                                    Double Storey Cluster and Semi Detached Homes (2,228–2,443 sf) from RM784,800
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                                                             Winner of BEST
                                                              DISTINCTIVE
                                                          LIFESTYLE TOWNSHIP
                                                          DEVELOPMENT 2016
Township Project

                         Highly Commended
                        Leisure Developement
                         Malaysia D’ Lagoon

                                                                                                                                                                 Contemporary Living in a Tranquil and Idyllic Setting
                                                                                  luxury apartment units as well as 58 three-storey landed                                                                  D’Lagoon
                                                                                  strata villas alongside a lake. With only 6 units per floor in
                                                                                  the apartment blocks, the project offers low-density living
                                                                                  with generous outdoor recreational space from RM491,800.

                                                                                  Seri Austin is set to welcome IKEA, the world’s leading
                                                                                  home furnishing retailer into its vicinity. First time home
                                                                                  buyers will find it especially convenient to shop for quality
                   This award-winning 500-acre township is located within         home furnishings and accessories. Besides that, the Tebrau
                   the popular growth corridor of Tebrau in Johor Bahru.          Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) station will be located nearby the
                   With a population of over 18,000 residents, Seri Austin        township in the near future. The BRT system which will
                   continues to attract buyers with affordably-priced homes       cover 90% of the total area of IM upon completion, will
                   featuring modern and quality design amidst a backdrop          be connected to Singapore’s MRT transport system via
                   of tranquillity and convenience. Over and above the great      the Bukit Chagar interchange station, easing residents
                   accessibility, the area boasts of a 36-hole golf and country   commute across the causeway.
                   resort along with popular commercial establishments
                   such as AEON and TESCO,

                   Launched in June 2017, the township’s latest phase,            Contact us for more information :                                D’ Lagoon Apartments 2-3 Bedroom (807-2,033 sf) from RM491,800
        22         D’Lagoon, features 2 twenty-storey towers comprising 204       +607 354 1111                                                                                                                           23
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                    Mahkota Hills Aerial View
Township Project

                    3-4 Bedroom (1,754-2,136 sf) from RM466,000
                                                  The Mahkota Hills township master plan           Albury Terrace Homes
                                                  spans 1800 acres of freehold land at the                                Mahkota Hills Handover Event
                                                  southern growth corridor of Klang Valley.
                                                  The development is well connected with                                  5 November 2017
                                                  several highways such as Silk Highway,                                  New homeowners of Albury 1 single             health check conducted by KPJ Kajang
                                                  LEKAS, KL-Seremban Highway and Cheras-                                  storey terrace houses at Mahkota Hills        Hospital. Children of age 4 to 12 years old
                                                  Kajang Highway.                                                         received their keys in a lively atmosphere    delighted themselves with a colouring
                                                                                                                          at the Albury Appreciation Carnival 2017.     contest, inflatable castle challenge, 3D
                   Presenting the future in harmonious community living, this self-contained                              Held on the manicured grounds of the          virtual games, face painting, sand art,
                   mega development features an impressive range of facilities such as a 20-                              clubhouse, the event was opened to the        and magical performance throughout
                   acre central park, linear parks, playgrounds, lake, jogging & cycling tracks,                          public as it aimed to get people around       the day.
                   clubhouse and sports center, all within easy reach of every home.                                      familiarized with what the township
                                                                                                                          has to offer, while residents got better      PDRM showed their full support at the
                   Named after a small quaint town in England within the Surrey Hills that                                acquainted with their new neighbours.         carnival with the PDRM’s helicopter and
                   is known for its outstanding natural beauty, Albury is a 52.1 acreage                                                                                armoured car static display, horsing patrol
                   development consisting of 331 single storey terrace houses and 382                                     The carnival featured fun activities          unit performance, drone surveillance
                   double storey terrace houses.                                                                          suitable for family and friends such as       demonstration and special appearance
                                                                                                                          Zumba, stage performances and games,          by the PDRM body building team. This was
                   The double storey terraces houses make up the Albury 2 phase at Mahkota                                scrumptious food truck delicacies, home       in line with the pilot community policing
                   Hills. The development features 3 types of homes, with built-ups ranging                               and appliances booths, and amazing            programme launched earlier this year by
                   from 1,754 sf to 2,136 sf. The corner units with extra land (2,357 - 2,606                             lucky draw prizes. Guests at the event were   UMLand and the Royal Malaysia Police
                   sf) come with built ups of between 1,824 sf to 2,168 sf. All double-storey                             enlightened with insights on Nutrition,       with the aim of enhancing residents’
                   terrace homes come with 4 bedrooms & 3 bedrooms with 2 car porches.                                    Health and Fitness, at a talk session         safety and well-being.
                   Homes are priced from RM466,000.                                                                       by Expert Aizat Razak. Many also took
                                                                                                                          the opportunity to get an instant-result
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                   3 Bedrooms (1,030–1,087 sf) from RM351,000

                                                   Bandar Seri Putra
                                                   Embodying UMLand’s spirit of enhancing lifestyle through quality and
                                                   innovation, Bandar Seri Putra in Bangi is set to be the township of
                                                   choice at the Southern Klang Valley growth corridor.

                                                   Sprawled over 898 acres of freehold land, this township is an idyllic
                                                   haven in every sense. Bandar Seri Putra offers a well-balanced mix of
                                                   commercial, residential and recreational elements set amidst a pristine
                                                   and industrial-free environment. Embrace a holistic lifestyle in quality
                                                   homes designed for optimum comfort, convenience and accessibility.

                                                   Here, in this well established township, you can easily access banks,
                                                   shops, schools, clinics, police station and other social amenities. And
                                                   close-by are Bandar Baru Bangi, Nilai and Cyberjaya where universities,
                                                   business and commercial hubs abound.

                                                   Received with overwhelming response by the public, block 1, 2 & 6 of
                                                   Putra 1 Apartments are fully sold. Limited units are currently available
                                                   in block 3 and 5. Priced from RM351,000, Block 4 will be open for sale
                                                   soon in this exquisitely designed development which welcomes you to
                                                   a magical lifestyle, where city conveniences and condo facilities are
                                                   delivered in a low density environment surrounded by nature.

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                                                                                                                                               Iskandar Halal Park Aerial View
Township Project

                    Factory Units (3,433-15,296 sf) from RM850,000

                                                                          Prime Hub for The Global Halal
                                                                          Industry
                                                                          A world-class infrastructure jointly developed by UMLand
                                                                          and Johor State Government, Iskandar Halal Park (IHP) is a
                                                                          catalyst project for the Eastern Flagship Of Iskandar Malaysia.
                                                                          Strategically located along the Senai-Desaru Expressway, the
                                                                          development is poised to be a global one-stop halal hub that
                                                                          supplies halal products to the multi-billion dollar global market
                                                                          of over 1.8 billion Muslims worldwide.

                   Led by UMLand’s J-Biotech Sdn. Bhd., Iskandar Halal Park will house the One-Stop Halal Centre of Excellence with world-
                   class research and production facilities, international marketing links and generous tax benefits for pioneer companies
                   which set up their business within the 350-acre freehold enclave.

                   As of November 2017, IHP has already raked in investments of almost RM60 million with a take-up rate of 50% for factories
                   and 85% for commercial units.

                   Phase 1 which comprises 89 factory units and 36 shop office units is expected to be completed in the first quarter of
                   2018. The second and third phases which include the Halal Centre of Excellence and mixed developments are expected
                   to be completed by the year 2020. Factory units start from RM850,000.

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                           Miss CosmoWorld 2017 Winner was appointed as UMLand’s Ambassador

                                                                                           Glamorous Unveiling                                                 Malaysia – Macau
Events and Announcements

                                                                                           of Suasana Iskandar                                                 Chamber of Commerce
                                                                                           Malaysia                                                            Inaugural Property
                                                                                           9 November 2017                                                     Investment Visit to Johor
                                                                                                                                                               28 November 2017
                                                                                           The completion of Suasana Iskandar Malaysia,
                                                                                           the first and only residential development in
                                                                                           Johor Bahru City Center (JBCC) was unveiled                         It was a great honour for UMLand group to
                                                                                           with style in conjunction with Miss Cosmo World                     host The Macau Chamber of Commerce
                                                                                           Pageant 2017. The fashionable event which saw                       (MCC), which were the first passengers
                                                                                           the handing over of keys to its first resident, Mr.                 of AirAsia’s inaugural direct flight from
                                                                                           Keisuke Kido, also marked the opening of Zenith                     Macau to Senai Airport, at Amari Hotel
                                                                                           Lifestyle Centre; the first lifestyle hub in JBCC                   Johor Bahru. Highlights of the MCC’s visit
                                                                                           where the finest in dining, entertainment and                       included an inaugural property investment
                                                                                           retail can be experienced. The glitz and glamour                    visit at UMLand’s Medini Lakeside Sales
                           Tun Musa Hitam, Chairman of UMLand, and Dato’ Ng Eng Tee,       of the evening brought greater meaning as Ms.                       Gallery, followed by a sumptuous dinner at
                           Executive Deputy Chairman, presenting the RM30,000 mock         Pemmy Chong from Persatuan Kebajikan Mesra                          the hotel where gift exchanges between
                           cheque in charity to Ms. Pemmy Chong from Persatuan Kebajikan   Megah Ria received a RM30,000 mock cheque                           both parties took place.
                           Mesra Megah Ria Johor Bahru.                                    from Tun Musa Hitam and Dato’ Ng Eng Tee.

                                                                                                                                                 Malaysia-Macau Chamber of Commerce delegates

                           Miss Cosmo World at Suasana Iskandar Malaysia Rooftop                                                                                                                             31
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                Malaysia - Singapore Rail Links On-track for
                Operations by 2026
                                                                                                                                                                           Planned RTS link
                                                                                                                                       Bukit Chagar
                                                                   Bandar Malaysia,
                                                                                                     HSR route                               station                                     Johor Strait
                                                                   Kuala Lumpur                         and
                                                                                                      stations                              JB Sentral
                     HSR stations                    Putra Jaya         Bandar Seri                                                            station
                     HSR allignment                                     Putra
                     North-South Expressway
                                                                                                                                                                    Causeway                             Woodlands
                                                    Seremban,                                  Muar, Johor                                                                                               North station
                                                Negeri Sembilan                                   Bandar Seri                                                                                            (TEL)
                                                             Ayer Keroh,                          Alam Township                                                       Woodlands
                                                                Melaka                                              Changi                                            Checkpoint
                                                                     Batu Pahat, Johor                              Airport
                                                                                                                                                                         Woodlands station
                                                                                                                                                                                (NSL)
Industry News

                                                                                                                                                                                                           Woodlands
                                                                                                                                                                                                           station (TEL)
                                                                                             Jurong East, singapore

                       Iskandar Puteri, Johor                                                                                      North-South Line
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Thomson-East
                                                                                                                                                                                      Woodlands South                    Coast Line
                                                                                                                                                                                            station
                                                         KL-Singapre HSR
                                                        The Kuala Lumpur-Singapore High-Speed Rail (HSR) is a catalyst
                                                        project under the Economic Transformation Programme to
                                                        transform Malaysia into a high-income nation. As an alternative
                                                                                                                                     Rapid Transit System (RTS)
                 350km track length                     travel mode between two of Southeast Asia’s most vibrant and fast-
                                                        growing economic engines, HSR is expected to contribute RM21
                                                                                                                                     The Johor Baru-Singapore Rapid Transit System Link (RTS Link) project was signed and sealed by
                                                                                                                                     the prime ministers of both countries on 16 January 2018. The RTS rail link was announced by the
                                                        billion growth in gross domestic product (GDP) to Malaysia and
                                                                                                                                     Malaysian and Singaporean governments seven years ago to provide a much needed alternative to
                                                        Singapore and create 111,000 jobs by 2060.
                                                                                                                                     the 80,000 to 100,000 people who commute at the Malaysia-Singapore Causeway daily.
                                                        The iconic project will have 8 stations in total. Starting at Bandar
                                                                                                                                     The RTS is expected to accommodate up to 10,000 passengers an hour in each direction between its
                                                        Malaysia, the train will then proceed to its next stop at the Bangi-
                                                                                                                                     terminus stations at Bukit Chagar, Johor Baru, and Woodlands, Singapore.
                                                        Putrajaya Station which is just minutes away from our Bandar Seri
                 More than
                                                        Putra Township. The last stop in Malaysia will be at Iskandar Puteri
                                                                                                                                     On the Singapore side, the rail link will join the republic’s Mass Rapid Transit at its upcoming Thomson
                 300km/h                                close to our Bandar Seri Alam Township before reaching its last
                                                        destination in Jurong East, Singapore. Other stations along the
                                                                                                                                     East Coast line (TEL).
                 top speed                              way include Seremban, Melaka, Muar and Batu Pahat. Cutting
                                                                                                                                     The 31-station TEL project will open in phases from 2019 to 2024.
                                                        travelling time to less than half by land, the 90-minute journey is
                                                        set to deliver significant socio-economic benefits to both Malaysia
                                       Expected to      and Singapore.
                                       serve
                                                                                                                               Stamp Duty Hike for Properties over RM1 mil Dropped
                                       18mil            “The KL-Singapore HSR is a game-changer and it will pull isolated

                 90 mins               passengers
                                                        regions closer, spur growth and development and help several
                                                        towns along the way and unleash their hidden potentials by             The government has announced that it will not go ahead with the proposed increase of the stamp duty on
                 travelling            annually         making them highly accessible, not just to tourists, but also to       instruments of transfer for properties worth over RM1 million, from 3% to 4% which was set to take effect on 1
                 time                                   workers and investors,” Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD)        January 2018. This move is deemed appropriate on the heels of the decision to freeze development approvals for
                                                        Chief Executive Officer, Mohd Azharuddin Mat Sah.                      high-end high-rise residences of above RM1 million.
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UMLand January 2018 | Issue 01
     Q&A
     Buyer’s feedback                                                                                                                  2017 Accolades

      Mr. Keisuke Kido receiving his keys from Tun Musa Hitam
     The recently completed Suasana Iskandar Malaysia has been successfully handed over to our valued customers. A
     special thanks, goes out to Mr. Keisuke Kido for kindly sharing his views on this mixed development that has ushered a
     refreshing wave of modernisation at the heart of Johor Bahru City Centre.

     Q: What are the reasons for your purchase at Suasana             A: I am looking forward to Suasana Iskandar becoming             We are happy to end the year in a high note with all the recognition gained for our earnest efforts to deliver the
     Iskandar?                                                        a vibrant hub for professionals and an international
                                                                                                                                       best. We are truly honoured as well as humbled to be recipients of the following awards:
                                                                      community. This is certainly possible considering the
     A: I purchased a unit at Suasana Iskandar simply because         presence of the renowned Amari Hotel and Zenith Mall
     it is the best and most vibrant location in Johor Bahru.         within this development. I foresee Suasana Iskandar being
                                                                      recognised as the best condo in town.                            Property Guru Asia Property Awards 2017
     Q: How would you find the standard of living in Johor                                                                             The Iskandar Malaysia Accolades (TIMA) 2016/17
     Bahru city?                                                      Q:   Would you introduce this project to your friends and        Value champian Award
                                                                      relatives? Why?                                                  Seri Austin
     A: I have been living in JB for the past 7 years. The city                                                                        Most Balanced Community
     is rapidly developing and the modernisation has brought          A: I most certainly would recommend Suasana Iskandar to          Bandar Seri Alam
     tremendous improvements in living standards especially in        family and friends. It is the first condo with a shopping mall
     the last few years.                                              and an exclusive hotel closest to the Customs, Immigration       Property Insight Prestigious Developer Awards 2017
                                                                      and Quarantine Complex (CIQ).                                    Top 10 Developers - UMLand
     Q: Will you consider Suasana Iskandar for permanent stay                                                                          Best Housing Development (Malaysia)
     or investment?                                                   Q: How do you foresee Johor Bahru in the next 5 to 10 years?     Seri Austin
                                                                                                                                       Aster 2
     A: My plan is to convert my unit into a SOHO (Small Office A:       With the Rapid Transport System (RTS) on track for
     Home Office). I think the facilities available, the convenient   completion by 2024, I believe that Johor Bahru will become       Special Recognition in CSR
     location and surrounding amenities make it a perfect             a world-class cosmopolitan city with hassle-free commuting       UMLand
     place to concentrate on my writing and also for relaxation       between Singapore and Malaysia that would inherently
     when I need it.                                                  benefit the value Suasana Iskandar.                              Special Recognition in Sustainable Development
                                                                                                                                       UMLand

     Q: Is there anything you wish to have at Suasana Iskandar                                                                         Best Condo Development (Iskandar)
     in the near future?                                                                                                               Suasana Iskandar Malaysia                                                 WINNER

                                                                                                                                       Best Housing Development (Iskandar)                                      BEST CONDO
       Editorial Team                                                                                                                  Seri Austin
                                                                                                                                                                                                               DEVELOPMENT
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 (ISKANDAR)

                                                                                                                                       Aster 2                                                                Suasana Iskandar
       Group Marketing & Sales : Koh Boon Teng                        Richelle Wong                    Rossam Ramli                                                                                               Malaysia
                                                                                                                                                                                                               by UMLand Bhd
                                 Acting Group Director                Manager                          Senior Executive                Best Liveable Township Development
                                                                                                                                       Mahkota Hills
                                     Nancy Chuah                      Jess Tan                         Imran Faliq
                                     Senior Manager                   Senior Executive                 Senior Graphic Designer
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