00:00The Malaysia Developer Awards, MDA, 2026 brought together the country's leading property developers for an evening recognizing excellence and raising
00:10standards across the industry.
00:12Now in its fifth consecutive year, the awards continue to recognize developers for their achievements in financial performance, sustainability, innovation
00:20and project development.
00:22Co-organized by the Malaysian Chapter of the International Real Estate Federation, FIBC Malaysia and Star Media Group Berhad, SMG,
00:30the awards assess developers across a range of criteria from financial strength to sustainable design and leadership.
00:36Now in its fifth years, the Malaysia Developer Award reflect the shared commitment of Star Media Group and FIBC Malaysia
00:46in recognizing excellence and promoting higher standards across the property sector.
00:53We believe that the measure of good development that stands beyond the building is delivered.
01:02It is equally reflected in how responsibly a business is managed, how well it adapts to evolving market and community
01:13needs,
01:14how sustainability is integrated into its operation and ultimately the long-term value it creates for the people and community
01:25itself.
01:27Property development is ultimately about people.
01:31A development may be completed in three or four years, but its impact on the surrounding community can last for
01:38generations.
01:38The decisions developers make today will influence how our cities function, how communities interact and how future generations live.
01:51That is a tremendous responsibility, but also a tremendous opportunity.
01:56And that brings us to the significance of tonight's Malaysia Developer Awards.
02:01The awards provide an opportunity to recognize those who have demonstrated the vision, commitment and resilience to achieve excellence in
02:13an increasingly demanding industry.
02:16The event was officiated by Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Korming.
02:21Malaysia's property sector continue to demonstrate resilience in the first half of 2026.
02:29Thanks to steady economic growth, political stability and stable overnight policy rate of 2.75%.
02:39During this period, Malaysia recorded over 187,000 unit property transactions, both $105 billion.
02:51A bit, a slight decline by 1.8% from the same period last year.
02:56Looking ahead, the Marani Government under Prime Minister Dato Sri Anwar Ibrahim's leadership remains committed to sustaining market confidence and
03:06supporting future growth of the property industry.
03:09This year's awards recognized 25 developers across two main categories, the Top of the Chart Awards and the Special Awards.
03:18In the Top of the Chart category for developers with a market capitalization of 1 billion ringgit and above, Saim
03:24Darby Property emerged as the overall champion.
03:27Also taking home the Best in Qualitative Award for its commitment to sustainable design, innovation and placemaking.
03:35Well, it means a lot to us, you know, it's a lot of good companies and we are very honoured
03:41to be number one in this competition.
03:46I'd like to express my thanks to all the judges who, of course, star media group, PRC, and everyone involved.
03:52Also to all the winners tonight.
03:54I think, you know, it's the year has been very challenging to a lot of developers facing cost escalation, sales
04:03are also, you know, getting more difficult for us.
04:07So I think this win motivates all of us to strive and to overcome what we can and pursue to
04:16have a strong year-end for 2026.
04:19Meanwhile, Avaland Berhad dominated the category for developers with a market capitalization below 1 billion ringgit.
04:26Emerging as the overall champion and securing a triple win with both the Best in Quantitative and Best in Qualitative
04:32Awards.
04:33This recognition means a lot to us.
04:37It affirms the hard work, the strategic direction, and the innovative development approach of the team.
04:46As well as reflecting the trust of our buyers and our stakeholders' place in us.
04:52It also motivates us to continue raising the standards and delivering the values to our customers and homeowners.
05:01In the Special Awards category, Lafrauda Properties Sandirian Berhad and Pesona Metro Holdings Berhad were named joint winners for demonstrating
05:10strong growth, visionary leadership, and project delivery excellence.
05:14This is a true honour to win this award tonight.
05:19So as a Sarawakian homegrown developer, so this is a very meaningful and a great milestone for us as a
05:26developer.
05:27We plan to actually continue to improve ourselves in terms of design, planning, and qualities.
05:34So this will be a very huge motivation for us to be better and work harder.
05:41Receiving the Rising Star Award is truly a memorable and memorable milestone for us.
05:48On behalf of our management from Pesona Metro, we would like to thank the judges, the star, PFC, and the
05:56homebuyers that believe in us.
05:57But most importantly, this award belongs to our team, Team Pesona, whose hard work, dedication, and also their focus on
06:07integrity and also quality made this possible.
06:11Thank you, Team Pesona.
06:13The MDA aims to promote higher industry standards, stronger business fundamentals, and greater accountability,
06:20while recognising developers that create lasting value for communities and Malaysia's property sector.
06:25Thank you, Team Pesona.
