KUALA LUMPUR: The Selangor Water Management Authority (LUAS) has signed a RM65 million sale and purchase agreement with Landasan Lumayan Berjaya Sdn Bhd for the development of its new headquarters on a 2.3-acre site in Kota Kemuning.
Selangor state executive councillor for infrastructure and agriculture Datuk Izham Hashim said the LUAS headquarters complex is a four-storey development valued at RM65 million, scheduled to be completed within three years, and located along the Klang River within the Selangor Maritime Gateway (SMG) area.
Planning approval has already been obtained from the Shah Alam City Council (MBSA), he told reporters at the SPA signing between Landasan Lumayan and LUAS on Dec 17.
“As for when the project will commence, it can begin at any time. The project is currently in the process of submitting building plans and will proceed thereafter,” he shared.
He said the site, located near the KESAS Highway in Section 3 of Kota Kemuning, was identified as the most suitable location and is intended to demonstrate that river-based development can be successfully implemented.
The Klang River is currently undergoing rejuvenation and conservation efforts, and together with property development and other works being carried out, we want to show that river-based developments can be viable.
He added that rivers should no longer be viewed as waste disposal areas and that LUAS, as the authority responsible for managing Selangor’s water resources, is setting an example by locating its headquarters within a riverfront area.
The development of the LUAS headquarters is a strategic initiative that supports the implementation of the Selangor Maritime Gateway (SMG) project, in line with LUAS’ commitment to water resource governance, environmental sustainability and Selangor’s integrated development agenda.
The headquarters will function as a centre for administration, coordination and monitoring, strengthening SMG implementation, river basin management, flood mitigation, environmental monitoring and public service delivery.
Haslina Omar, assistant director of LUAS’ Management Division and acting director of LUAS, said the project is a strategic investment to strengthen the agency’s capacity as Selangor’s water resource regulator and manager.
“Its location near the Klang River and the Guardian of the River concept will allow LUAS to have a more effective role in supporting the integrated and sustainable implementation of the SMG project,” she said.
Meanwhile, Syed Ali Shalil Hameed, director of Landasan Lumayan Berjaya Sdn Bhd, said the development of this headquarters not only fulfils the organisation’s operational needs but also contributes to the success of the SMG project.
“This development reflects our commitment to responsible, sustainable and long-term infrastructure development,” he said.
The site and purchase agreement for the LUAS headquarters building was executed by Izham, Haslina, Syed Ali and Landasan Lumayan Berjaya CEO Datuk Abdul Rahim Mohd Zain.
Landasan Lumayan Sdn Bhd is the Selangor state-appointed master developer for the Klang River rejuvenation initiative known as the Selangor Maritime Gateway.
It is wholly owned by Menteri Besar Selangor (Incorporated). Its role is to implement key activities under the SMG plan, including river cleaning and urban development along the Klang River corridor.
Landasan Lumayan Berjaya Sdn Bhd is a joint venture company formed between Landasan Lumayan Sdn Bhd (holding 45%) and Berjaya Land Bhd (holding 55%).
This entity was established to undertake river cleaning, rehabilitation and development projects, including initiatives under the SMG umbrella, such as housing and riverfront works.
