CYBERJAYA: The Selangor State Development Corp (PKNS) is set to launch 12 projects with a gross development value (GDV) of RM1.5bil next year, reflecting its commitment to advancing Selangor’s property market, says group chief executive officer Datuk Mahmud Abbas.

Speaking at the PKNS Pilih Karnival at Selangor Cyber Valley (SCV) last Saturday, he said six projects are slated for launch in the first half of 2025, followed by another six in the later half.

For 2024, the corporation targets a GDV of between RM800mil and RM1bil, further strengthening its presence in the competitive real estate sector.

“PKNS has evolved significantly from its early days of building flats 50 to 60 years ago. Today, we are moving into the higher and mid-level market segments, a shift necessitated by the competitive nature of the industry,” Mahmud said, adding the focus now is to cater to diverse needs.

They include affordable apartments priced between RM300,000 and RM400,000 that cater to young buyers or smaller households, he said.

Meanwhile, the Aludra Residensi townhouses, priced at RM500,000, offer flexibility with a bundled option of a larger unit priced at RM1mil, providing 2,000sq ft of space.

“For those seeking high-end homes, we have Azhara, designed for larger families and offering upgraded features. We aim to accommodate people at different stages of life – those who are single, families with one child, or even larger families,” he added.

The PKNS Pilih Karnival served as a platform to promote the corporation’s projects and create awareness about its transformation in property development.

“The carnival highlights how PKNS has transitioned into a developer of mid-tier and high-end housing while continuing to uphold its commitment to community needs,” Mahmud added.

Moving forward, PKNS plans to concentrate its development efforts in Cyberjaya while expediting other essential projects across Selangor.

This year alone, the state-owned development arm has three more project launches in the pipeline, underscoring its active role in driving urban development.

“We are on track to ensure sustainable growth while maintaining profitability. Our strategy includes leveraging subsidiaries to build homes in the RM500,000 to RM600,000 range, meeting demand in various segments,” he said.

In July, Mahmud was reported as saying that PKNS planned to grow its revenue, totalling RM2 billion at present, fourfold by 2030 through the growth of its various businesses.

PKNS was established on Aug 1, 1964.

The two-day carnival at the SCV sales gallery, which ended yesterday, marks the last leg of the PKNS Pilih Karnival series for this year after being held at various locations in Selangor over the past five months. — Bernama

Source: The Star, November 25, 2024