Infrastructure and construction group Ekovest Bhd (KL) announced the disposal of four parcels of land along Jalan Pahang in Kuala Lumpur, measuring a total of 2,286 square meters.
Key Takeaways:
Transaction Details: The land is being sold to Airman Sdn Bhd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Lim Seong Hai Holdings Sdn Bhd (LSHHSB), for RM9.82 million. This is considered a related party transaction as Ekovest's non-independent and non-executive director, Tan Sri Lim Keng Cheng, is a major shareholder and director of LSHHSB with a 25% stake. Other shareholders of Airman, each with a 25% stake, are Datuk Lim Keng Guan, Lim Pak Lian, and Lim Keng Hun.
Financial Impact: Ekovest expects to gain RM3.51 million from the disposal, with proceeds to be used for general working capital purposes.
Previous Transactions: On February 22, Ekovest divested 13 parcels of land totaling 12,400 square meters in the same area to LSHHSB for RM66.8 million.
Location Details: The land is situated on the left side of Jalan Pahang when traveling from Kuala Lumpur city center and Bulatan Pahang towards Gombak and Setapak localities.
Development Plans: Ekovest initially intended to integrate these land parcels into a mixed development project named EkoQuay. However, the development order expired in February 2021.
Market Response: Ekovest shares fell by two sen or 4.3% to 44.5 sen on Monday, giving the group a market valuation of RM1.32 billion.
Ekovest's continued land disposals reflect strategic adjustments in its development plans, leveraging assets to bolster working capital while navigating expired project approvals.
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