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The Star
2 days ago
- General
- The Star
‘Incorporate local elements at Bkt Kerinchi urban park'
Pantai Sentral Park is a 23ha integrated project jointly developed by IJM Land and Amona Group of Companies. LEMBAH Pantai MP Datuk Fahmi Fadzil wants elements of local history incorporated in the Urban Park at Bukit Kerinchi Forest Reserve landscape design and plant selection. 'In Kuala Lumpur, there are communities that have been in certain areas long before the city was developed,' he said. 'I was also told that parts of Kampung Kerinchi were where local folk used to look for bamboo to sell. 'So, I hope that historical elements such as this can be incorporated into the design or selection of trees for the park.' Fahmi, who is also Communications Minister, was speaking after the Urban Park groundbreaking ceremony held at the forest reserve. Also present were IJM Land chief executive officer Datuk Tony Ling, Amona Group chief executive officer and director Datuk Che Hasnadi Che Hassan, and Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) executive director (planning) Datuk Zulkurnain Hassan. Fahmi shared that DBKL has begun a rewilding initiative around the reserve. 'When the team comprising DBKL's Landscape Department, Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) and arborists assessed the trees here, they discovered that most were rubber trees because of the rubber estate that was previously here,' he said. (Front row, from left) Che Hasnadi, Ling, Fahmi and Zulkurnain at the groundbreaking ceremony for Urban Park at Taman Rimba Bukit Kerinchi, Kuala Lumpur. — Photos: ONG SOON HIN/The Star 'In order to properly repopulate this area with flora and fauna, we have to plant trees that are more indigenous to this location. 'Those efforts were stymied because of the Covid-19 pandemic but have since resumed,' he added. Fahmi said part of the rewilding involved planting a variety of trees and building a new access point near the Lembah Pantai Community Centre. He described the initiative as similar to the one undertaken in Pulai Trail, a public green space on Federal Hill. 'A community in Bangsar Park worked together with non-governmental organisation Free Tree Society to identify local plant species that they could plant alongside the pulai trees that have been in Federal Hill for six or seven decades,' he shared. Urban Park will help ensure the township of Pantai Sentral Park is connected, sustainable and community-focused. It is a 23ha project developed by IJM Land and Amona Group of Companies. The 0.35ha Urban Park will have walking trails, communal gathering spaces and shaded areas. It will also serve as the direct third access to hiking routes within the 66ha Bukit Kerinchi Forest Reserve, which borders the 36ha Bukit Gasing Forest Reserve in Petaling Jaya. Urban Park will have biodiverse landscaping featuring trees and pollinator gardens that incorporate over 30 plant species. It will be linked to an upcoming MRT3 station via a covered walkway across the Pantai Sentral Park township, known as 'Ribbon of Life'. Urban Park will also be able to host wellness classes, family-friendly activities and even educational programmes in partnership with local schools. 'More than just natural scenery and a green space, Urban Park will be a community meeting point,' said Ling. 'With this ease of access, we hope to encourage more people to embrace the natural beauty existing here within the city. 'We believe that great communities are not merely built with bricks and roads, but with shared spaces that invite people to come together, creating bonds that last.'
Hype Malaysia
27-05-2025
- Business
- Hype Malaysia
Work Begins On Pantai Sentral Park's 'Urban Park' – KL's First Urban Forest Development
IJM Land and Amona recently officiated the groundbreaking of the Urban Park at Taman Rimba Bukit Kerinchi, marking the first milestone in Pantai Sentral Park's mission to build a connected, sustainable, and community-focused township. The groundbreaking event is a defining moment in Pantai Sentral Park's new vision as Kuala Lumpur's first urban forest development. The groundbreaking ceremony was officiated by the Minister of Communications of Malaysia & Member of Parliament for Lembah Pantai, YB Datuk Ahmad Fahmi bin Mohamed Fadzil; accompanied by Executive Director (Planning) for Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL), Datuk Zulkurnain Bin Hassan, CEO of IJM Land, Datuk Tony Ling, and Director & Group CEO of Amona Group, Datuk Che Hasnadi Che Hassan. Strategically located between Pantai Sentral Park and a 252-acre forest (comprising 163 acres of Taman Rimba Bukit Kerinchi, Kuala Lumpur and 89 acres of Bukit Gasing, Petaling Jaya), the Urban Park is designed as a vibrant community meeting point that connects city living with nature. It will serve Pantai Sentral Park residents and nearby neighbourhoods including Pantai Dalam, Bangsar South, Bangsar, Mid Valley, and Damansara — offering a much-needed green escape in the heart of the city. Open to the public, this 0.86-acre park will feature walking trails, communal gathering spaces, shaded areas, and will serve as the direct third access to the existing hiking routes within Taman Rimba Bukit Kerinchi. A key highlight is the 'Ribbon of Life' pathway, a newly-introduced feature in the revised masterplan that allows for easy walkable access across Pantai Sentral Park and provides a direct link to an upcoming MRT3 station. The park has been thoughtfully designed with biodiversity-friendly landscaping featuring trees and pollinator gardens, incorporating over 30 plant species. These efforts not only elevate the park's visual appeal but also support local ecosystems and encourage urban biodiversity. As part of Pantai Sentral Park's broader community vision, the Urban Park is also positioned to be a flexible space that can host wellness classes, family-friendly activities, and even educational programmes in partnership with local schools — transforming it into a dynamic space for recreation, learning, and community bonding. 'More than just the natural scenery and a green space, the Urban Park will be a meeting point for the community. With this ease of access, we hope to encourage more people to explore and embrace the natural beauty which exists right here within the city,' said Datuk Tony Ling, CEO of IJM Land. 'We believe that great communities are not merely built with bricks and roads, but with shared spaces that invite people to come together and have activities with each other, creating bonds that last,' he added. The Urban Park, which is part of Taman Rimba Bukit Kerinchi, is one of the company's proactive corporate social responsibility (CSR) programmes through the Park Adoption Programme that echoes The Greener KL initiatives by DBKL in helping to enhance and maintain the green spaces in Klang Valley. This initiative supports national goals for sustainable, inclusive urban development and reflects Pantai Sentral Park's ESG commitment to building environmentally responsible, community-focused spaces. The Urban Park marks the beginning of a green-conscious vision for Pantai Sentral Park — a walkable, wellness-oriented township redefining modern city living in Kuala Lumpur.
Rakyat Post
26-05-2025
- Business
- Rakyat Post
IJM Land & Amona Break Ground On Community-Focused Urban Park At Pantai Sentral Park
Subscribe to our FREE IJM Land and Amona today officiated the groundbreaking of the Urban Park at Taman Rimba Bukit Kerinchi, marking the first milestone in Pantai Sentral Park's mission to build a connected, sustainable, and community-focused township. The groundbreaking event is a defining moment in Pantai Sentral Park's new vision as Kuala Lumpur's first urban forest development. The groundbreaking ceremony was officiated by the Minister of Communications of Malaysia & Member of Parliament for Lembah Pantai, YB Datuk Ahmad Fahmi bin Mohamed Fadzil; accompanied by Executive Director (Planning) for Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL), Datuk Zulkurnain Bin Hassan, CEO of IJM Land, Datuk Tony Ling, and Director & Group CEO of Amona Group, Datuk Che Hasnadi Che Hassan. Strategically located between Pantai Sentral Park and a 252-acre forest (comprising 163 acres of Taman Rimba Bukit Kerinchi, Kuala Lumpur and 89 acres of Bukit Gasing, Petaling Jaya), the Urban Park is designed as a vibrant community meeting point that connects city living with nature. It will serve Pantai Sentral Park residents and nearby neighbourhoods including Pantai Dalam, Bangsar South, Bangsar, Mid Valley, and Damansara — offering a much-needed green escape in the heart of the city. Open to the public, this 0.86-acre park will feature walking trails, communal gathering spaces, shaded areas, and will serve as the direct third access to the existing hiking routes within Taman Rimba Bukit Kerinchi. A key highlight is the 'Ribbon of Life' pathway, a newly introduced feature in the revised masterplan that allows for easy walkable access across Pantai Sentral Park and provides a direct link to an upcoming MRT3 station. The park has been thoughtfully designed with biodiversity-friendly landscaping featuring trees and pollinator gardens, incorporating over 30 plant species. These efforts not only elevate the park's visual appeal but also support local ecosystems and encourage urban biodiversity. As part of Pantai Sentral Park's broader community vision, the Urban Park is also positioned to be a flexible space that can host wellness classes, family-friendly activities, and even educational programs in partnership with local schools — transforming it into a dynamic space for recreation, learning, and community bonding 'More than just the natural scenery and a green space, the Urban Park will be a meeting point for the community. With this ease of access, we hope to encourage more people to explore and embrace the natural beauty which exists right here within the city. We believe that great communities are not merely built with bricks and roads, but with shared spaces that invite people to come together and have activities with each other, creating bonds that last.' said Datuk Tony Ling, CEO of IJM Land. The Urban Park which is part of Taman Rimba Bukit Kerinchi is one of the company's proactive corporate social responsibility (CSR) program through the Park Adoption Program that echoes The Greener KL initiatives by DBKL in helping to enhance and maintain the green spaces in Klang Valley. This initiative supports national goals for sustainable, inclusive urban development and reflects Pantai Sentral Park's ESG commitment to building environmentally responsible, community-focused spaces. The Urban Park marks the beginning of a green-conscious vision for Pantai Sentral Park — a walkable, wellness-oriented township redefining modern city living in Kuala Lumpur. Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
The Sun
26-05-2025
- General
- The Sun
DBKL urged to carefully examine historical elements to be retained in urban redevelopment
KUALA LUMPUR: The Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) has been urged to carefully examine historical elements to be retained in urban redevelopment involving 139 identified areas, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said the retention of historical elements is crucial to serve as memories, especially for the original residents of a place, in the pursuit of sustainable and resilient development. 'This area was once a squatter area consisting of wooden houses, due to relocation during the construction of the New Pantai Expressway (NPE). So, there is some history here because some residents, including my staff, were relocated to this area once upon a time. 'So, they have memories of growing up in this area, so that future generations know that before they were born, in previous generations, there was such a community. 'I believe this will help us have strong roots, including in terms of culture, identity, and memories of the place where we were born and raised,' he said. Fahmi, who is also the Member of Parliament for Lembah Pantai, said this when met by reporters after officiating the groundbreaking ceremony for Taman Rimba Bukit Kerinchi at Pantai Sentral Park, developed by IJM Land and Amona Group, here today. Also present were DBKL Planning Executive Director Datuk Zulkurnain Hassan, IJM Land Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Datuk Tony Ling, and Director cum CEO of Amona Group, Datuk Che Hasnadi Che Hassan. Fahmi said that for Lembah Pantai, several areas including Taman Bukit Angkasa have been identified for redevelopment due to housing projects developed 30 to 40 years ago, whereby infrastructure, such as lifts, are now in a dilapidated and worn-out condition. 'To ensure that all residents, especially owners, benefit, we need clear laws. Therefore, DBKL's aspiration to assist in the redevelopment of these 139 areas around Kuala Lumpur needs to move in tandem with a new act, namely the Urban Renewal Act,' he said. Meanwhile, he said thousands of trees, including Meranti Damar, Meranti Daun, and Merawan Siput Jantan species, will be replanted at Taman Rimba Bukit Kerinchi, which is expected to be completed by the end of this year. 'I have asked the developer to consider several aspects, including the history of the area, so that it can be incorporated into the design of the park. 'If we look at the Kuala Lumpur area, there are communities that have long been in certain areas before they were developed, and I hope here we can celebrate that history by incorporating it either in the design or the selection of trees. 'Once upon a time, the Kampung Kerinchi community informed that there were several areas used as places where the community came to find bamboo to be cut and sold, so maybe we can look at what species they are,' he said.
Barnama
26-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
DBKL Urged To Carefully Examine Historical Elements To Be Retained In Urban Redevelopment
KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) has been urged to carefully examine historical elements to be retained in urban redevelopment involving 139 identified areas, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said the retention of historical elements is crucial to serve as memories, especially for the original residents of a place, in the pursuit of sustainable and resilient development. "This area was once a squatter area consisting of wooden houses, due to relocation during the construction of the New Pantai Expressway (NPE). So, there is some history here because some residents, including my staff, were relocated to this area once upon a time. "So, they have memories of growing up in this area, so that future generations know that before they were born, in previous generations, there was such a community. "I believe this will help us have strong roots, including in terms of culture, identity, and memories of the place where we were born and raised," he said. Fahmi, who is also the Member of Parliament for Lembah Pantai, said this when met by reporters after officiating the groundbreaking ceremony for Taman Rimba Bukit Kerinchi at Pantai Sentral Park, developed by IJM Land and Amona Group, here today. Also present were DBKL Planning Executive Director Datuk Zulkurnain Hassan, IJM Land Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Datuk Tony Ling, and Director cum CEO of Amona Group, Datuk Che Hasnadi Che Hassan. Fahmi said that for Lembah Pantai, several areas including Taman Bukit Angkasa have been identified for redevelopment due to housing projects developed 30 to 40 years ago, whereby infrastructure, such as lifts, are now in a dilapidated and worn-out condition. "To ensure that all residents, especially owners, benefit, we need clear laws. Therefore, DBKL's aspiration to assist in the redevelopment of these 139 areas around Kuala Lumpur needs to move in tandem with a new act, namely the Urban Renewal Act," he said.
