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The Sun
12-08-2025
- Business
- The Sun
13MP construction projects to leverage modern tech for efficiency
KUALA LUMPUR: The 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) will focus on modern construction technologies like the Industrialised Building System (IBS) and Building Information Modelling (BIM) to improve efficiency and quality. Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan highlighted that these methods will speed up project completion while cutting material waste and costs. The plan also aims to build one million affordable homes over a decade through government and private sector collaboration. Transit-oriented development (TOD) will be expanded to better link housing with public transport networks. Amir Hamzah noted that Bumiputera contractors have a significant role in driving sustainable and inclusive development under the 13MP. He spoke at the Malaysian Bumiputera Contractors Association (PKBM) dinner during its 6th AGM. The minister launched the PKBM BIM Satellite Centre, a joint effort with CIDB E-Construct Services Sdn Bhd. The centre will train contractors in BIM, now mandatory for projects worth RM10 million and above. Contractors will receive guidance on applying BIM across all construction phases, from planning to maintenance. This initiative aims to boost efficiency, reduce waste, and support Malaysia's construction industry digital transformation. The move aligns with the MADANI Government's vision for a more productive and transparent sector. - Bernama
The Star
11-08-2025
- Business
- The Star
Construction projects under 13MP will leverage modern technology, says Amir Hamzah
Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan. KUALA LUMPUR: The use of modern technologies such as the Industrialised Building System (IBS) and Building Information Modelling (BIM), which enhance efficiency, transparency and the quality of construction work, will be emphasised in projects under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP). Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said this approach is expected to accelerate project completion time, reduce wastage of building materials and lower overall construction costs. "In addition, the 13MP also targets the construction of one million affordable housing units over 10 years by the government and private developers, integrating public housing at more reasonable prices. At the same time, transit-oriented development (TOD) will be expanded to integrate housing with public transportation systems. "This presents a major opportunity for bumiputra contractors to play a key role in realising the aspirations of sustainable and inclusive national development," he said at the dinner ceremony in conjunction with the 6th annual general meeting of the Malaysian Bumiputera Contractors Association (PKBM) on Monday (Aug 11) night. The minister also launched the PKBM BIM Satellite Centre – a strategic initiative between PKBM and CIDB E-Construct Services Sdn Bhd. The centre will function as a training hub to produce contractors skilled in using BIM technology, which has now become a fundamental requirement in projects worth RM10mil and above. "Through the PKBM BIM Satellite Centre, contractors will be comprehensively guided and trained to apply BIM at every phase of construction – from planning and design to maintenance. "This initiative will not only improve efficiency and transparency in projects but also reduce waste and boost overall productivity, thereby supporting the digital transformation of Malaysia's construction industry in line with the aspirations of the Madani Government," he said. – Bernama
