Improving Construction Capability We utilise reusable aluminium formwork in our construction projects and recognise the broader role of Industrialised Building System (“IBS”) approaches in construction. IBS refers to methods where building components are standardised or prefabricated and assembled on site, allowing certain elements to be manufactured off-site and installed more efficiently during construction. Aside from reusable formwork, examples of approaches used in construction include: • Precast concrete structural components, such as walls, slabs and staircases. In developments such as Tropicana Edelweiss, bubble deck slab systems have been used for floor slabs, reducing the volume of concrete required while maintaining structural performance. • Panelised façade and wall systems, which allow for more controlled fabrication and installation. Aluminium formwork can be reused multiple times compared to conventional timber formwork, reducing reliance on singleuse timber and helping to minimise construction waste. Its dimensional consistency can also reduce defects and rework, further limiting material wastage during construction. Other IBS-related approaches may also support waste reduction and safer construction by reducing wet trades, improving quality control and enabling more controlled installation processes. However, these methods require early design coordination, lifting controls and suitable project conditions. We therefore assess their suitability on a project-by-project basis. Collaborating with Technology Partners to Support FutureReady Developments We collaborate with technology partners to incorporate smart home readiness features in selected developments. Smart home readiness refers to the provision of digital infrastructure and systems that enable residents to monitor and control certain home functions, supporting operational efficiency and adaptability within the living environment. We have collaborated with Daikin Malaysia Sales & Service Sdn Bhd to integrate the Go Daikin Smart App into Tropicana homes, allowing air-conditioning systems to connect with Tropicana’s T360 mobile platform. This enables residents to monitor and adjust cooling settings remotely through a single digital interface. At Skypark Kepler, we have partnered with technology providers including Samsung, Daikin and Kohler to support integrated smart home features. These include: • Smart air-conditioning integration through the Go Daikin platform and Tropicana’s T360 mobile application, allowing residents to monitor and adjust cooling settings remotely • Smart appliances and connected home systems provided through our Samsung smart home collaboration, enabling control of lighting, appliances and home functions • Smart locks, intercom and automation-ready systems that support home monitoring, security, and digital connectivity We have also introduced similar smart-enabled features in selected residential developments such as Hana Residences at Tropicana Aman, where residents are able to personalise their homes through Tropicana’s T-Living programme. These smart home features support resident wellbeing and sustainability by enabling more efficient management of energy-intensive systems such as air-conditioning, improving indoor comfort through better control of cooling and ventilation, enhancing safety through integrated monitoring systems, and supporting the long-term adaptability of our developments as digital technologies evolve. We assess and incorporate smart home readiness based on project positioning and purchaser needs. 115
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