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The Star
10 hours ago
- Business
- The Star
Forest research institute upgrade to boost ecotourism appeal
(From right) Ismail with Joyce and other guests at the suspension bridge in FRIM that has been reconstructed with additional safety features and durable hardwood. THE infrastructure upgrade at the Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) in Kepong, Selangor, is expected to enhance its ecotourism appeal ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026). FRIM director-general Datuk Dr Ismail Parlan said the project included reconstructing a 12m suspension bridge using durable hardwood and support cables with safety 'u-clip' netting, as well as installing an informational map panel in the Borneo Plot near the Sungai Kroh picnic area. He said the initiative was carried out in collaboration with the government and corporate partners, including Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd which contributed RM96,000 through its corporate social responsibility programme to enhance FRIM's ecotourism facilities. 'This effort extends beyond just infrastructure enhancement. 'It demonstrates a strong corporate commitment to long-term environmental and biodiversity conservation,' he told reporters after visiting the site, according to Bernama. Present were Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd corporate finance head Joyce Vasudevan and corporate development vice-president Lily Ling. Ismail said the Borneo Plot was one of FRIM's unique attractions, which featured forest species native to Borneo and renowned for its tropical biodiversity, including kapur baji (Dryobalanops lanceolata) and engkabang (Rubroshorea macrophylla). Ismail (right) briefing Ling (left) on the tree species at the Borneo Plot. Established as a research site, the Borneo Plot also serves as an outdoor learning space for students and visitors, as well as a conservation area for endangered species. He said FRIM has evolved from being a research and innovation centre into a hub for nature-based tourism and environmental education, drawing both local and international visitors. As such, he said FRIM would work closely with Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry to make early preparations for VM2026. 'Last year, we recorded 157,699 visitors. 'This year, we are targeting 200,000 – not only to enjoy the natural surroundings but also to raise public awareness about the importance of forests and biodiversity,' said Ismail. FRIM, declared a National Heritage site in 2015, is currently in the final stage of nomination as a Unesco World Heritage Site.
Barnama
6 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
FRIM Upgrade To Boost Ecotourism For Visit Malaysia Year 2026
KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 (Bernama) -- The infrastructure upgrade at the Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) in Kepong, including the reconstruction of a 12-metre suspension bridge, is expected to enhance its ecotourism appeal ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VMY2026). FRIM director-general Datuk Dr Ismail Parlan said the project includes reconstructing the bridge using durable hardwood and support cables with safety 'u-clip' netting, as well as installing an informational map panel in the Borneo Plot near the Sungai Kroh picnic area. He said the initiative was carried out in collaboration with the government and corporate partners, including Hibiscus Petroleum Berhad, which contributed RM96,000 through its corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme to enhance FRIM's ecotourism facilities. 'This effort extends beyond just infrastructure enhancement. It demonstrates a strong corporate commitment to long-term environmental and biodiversity conservation,' he told reporters after visiting the site today. Present were Hibiscus Petroleum Berhad Corporate Finance head Joyce Vasudevan and Corporate Development vice president Lily Ling. Ismail said the Borneo Plot is one of FRIM's unique attractions, featuring forest species native to Borneo, which is renowned for its tropical biodiversity, including kapur baji (Dryobalanops lanceolata) and engkabang (Rubroshorea macrophylla). Established as a research site, the Borneo Plot also serves as an outdoor learning space for students and visitors, as well as a conservation area for endangered species. He said FRIM has evolved from being a research and innovation centre into a hub for nature-based tourism and environmental education, drawing both local and international visitors. As such, he said that FRIM will work closely with the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry to make early preparations for VMY2026.
The Sun
7 days ago
- The Sun
FRIM upgrade to boost ecotourism for Visit Malaysia Year 2026
KUALA LUMPUR: The infrastructure upgrade at the Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) in Kepong, including the reconstruction of a 12-metre suspension bridge, is expected to enhance its ecotourism appeal ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VMY2026). FRIM director-general Datuk Dr Ismail Parlan said the project includes reconstructing the bridge using durable hardwood and support cables with safety 'u-clip' netting, as well as installing an informational map panel in the Borneo Plot near the Sungai Kroh picnic area. He said the initiative was carried out in collaboration with the government and corporate partners, including Hibiscus Petroleum Berhad, which contributed RM96,000 through its corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme to enhance FRIM's ecotourism facilities. 'This effort extends beyond just infrastructure enhancement. It demonstrates a strong corporate commitment to long-term environmental and biodiversity conservation,' he told reporters after visiting the site today. Present were Hibiscus Petroleum Berhad Corporate Finance head Joyce Vasudevan and Corporate Development vice president Lily Ling. Ismail said the Borneo Plot is one of FRIM's unique attractions, featuring forest species native to Borneo, which is renowned for its tropical biodiversity, including kapur baji (Dryobalanops lanceolata) and engkabang (Rubroshorea macrophylla). Established as a research site, the Borneo Plot also serves as an outdoor learning space for students and visitors, as well as a conservation area for endangered species. He said FRIM has evolved from being a research and innovation centre into a hub for nature-based tourism and environmental education, drawing both local and international visitors. As such, he said that FRIM will work closely with the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry to make early preparations for VMY2026. 'Last year, we recorded 157,699 visitors. This year, we are targeting 200,000 -- not only to enjoy the natural surroundings but also to raise public awareness about the importance of forests and biodiversity,' he said. FRIM, declared a National Heritage site in 2015, is currently in the final stage of nomination as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Daily Express
02-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Pacific Heights buyers to know on May 2
Published on: Thursday, May 01, 2025 Published on: Thu, May 01, 2025 By: David Thien Text Size: According to William Chu some of the purchasers had passed away as some had waited for as long as two decades for their investments to be completed. Chu, a unit purchaser of the condominium project, has been waiting for a decade. Kota Kinabalu: Kota Kinabalu High Court Judge Alexander Siew will rule on the case filed by Pacific Heights condominium project buyers on May 2. In the proceedings on April 4, it was revealed by landowner Majlis Kebajikan dan Sukan Anggota Kerajaan Malaysia (Maksak), represented by its secretary Benedict Bin Anduaus, that PacifiCity land and were assets charged to Sabah Development Bank (SDB) for RM96 million as security, then for another RM40 million for additional security, and a further RM25 million. Alice Lim of Messrs. F. T. Ahmad & Co. acted for Maksak. SDB was represented by Arthur Borine. Senior Sabah lawyer Ronny Chiam assisted by Caroline Lee acted for the plaintiffs/buyers. They were seeking a court judgment to restore their property worth value to the Certificate of Completion stage in a condition to qualify to obtain the Occupancy Certificate from City Hall. Chiam said once he has obtained the court judgment, the liquidators for Apex Juta Sdn Bhd, the development company of the Pacific Heights Condominium, would have to comply and the same goes for the liquidator of PacifiCity developer firm - Pacific Sanctuary Holdings Sdn Bhd. By a Court Order on Oct 17, 2024, Dato' Raveendra Kumar a/l Nathan of RKN & Co. was appointed as Liquidator of Pacific Sanctuary Holdings Sdn Bhd. Ar. Lam Choi Sing @ Ling Choi Sing of Akitek Billings Leong & Tan Sdn Bhd was a witness brought to the stand by Chiam as the professional who signed the Certificate of Practical Completion (CPC) on Nov 27, 2020 for the project. Lam explained that Akitek Billings Leong & Tan Sdn Bhd took over the role in 2012. Lim: 'Can you describe how the site is delivered back to the developer/owner?' Ar. Lam: 'Usually before the Certificate of Practical Completion (CPC) is issued, there will be a joint site inspection whereby the consultants and the developer as well as the contractor are present. It is the main event that precedes the issuance of the CPC. The issuance of the CPC implies that the contractor no longer has possession of the site.' Lim: 'Are there any documents to be prepared for delivering the site back to the developer/owner after the issuance of the CPC?' Ar. Lam: 'I don't believe there was a document for this purpose.' Lim: 'In your professional opinion, is it a norm to have documents prepared for the purpose of delivering the site back to the developer/owner after the issuance of the CPC?' Ar. Lam: 'Usually we write to the client/developer informing them that the CPC has been issued and therefore they would be taking over the responsibilities of the insurance coverage and the security of the site.' Lim: 'Who are the consultants that you were referring to in your answer - 'That would be Apex Juta because they were the party that the consultants were dealing with directly'?' Ar. Lam: 'That would be the project consultant team that includes us, the architect, the civil and structural engineer, the mechanical and electrical engineer and the quantity surveyor.' SDB's counsel lawyer Arthur Borine cross-examined Ar. Lam: 'Do you agree with me that it is the developer's duty to ensure the compliance and to carry out any remedial work necessary for the issuance of the OC after the CPC has been issued?' Ar. Lam: 'Yes'. The limbo vandalised project sited on land title Town Lease (TL) 017546431 at Jalan Istiadat, Likas, Kota Kinabalu with Subsidiary/Strata Titles to be applied for) – Apartment A, was subjected to a spate of pilfering vandalism that had stripped it of its fixtures and fittings. According to William Chu some of the purchasers had passed away as some had waited for as long as two decades for their investments to be completed. Chu, a unit purchaser of the condominium project, has been waiting for a decade. He was present in court on with plaintiff Dr Constance Liew.
