Malaysia keeping Singapore abreast of Mas Selamat's interrogation May 23, 2009
" onclick="Next();" src="/images/butt_next. " Singapore's Prime Minister, Lee Hsien Loong, said: "They have been generous in sharing with us what they have discovered from the debrief of Mas Selamat Kastari, and we leave it in their hands. (Channelnewsasia.com)
Most-Wanted Singapore Terror Suspect Captured a Year After Escaping Police May 8, 2009
The Straits Times newspaper said he was captured April 1 in Johor Bahru, less than 20 kilometers (12 miles) from the Singapore detention center he escaped from in February last year. His escape sparked the biggest manhunt in Singapores history and prompted Interpol to issue a global security alert. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Booming business May 3, 2009
I had calls from as far as Johor Bahru and Singapore. Someone from Kuala Lumpur even asked me to open a shop there. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
GuocoLand keen to expand Thistle hotel chain Apr 17, 2009
The two five-star rated GuocoLand hotels undergoing the RM50mil refurbishment and rebranding exercise were the previously named Guoman PD and Hyatt Johor Bahru. They are now rebranded as Thistle Port Dickson Resort and Thistle Johor Bahru, the first time the Thistle brand was used outside of Britain ... The occupancy rate of Thistle Johor Bahru is expected to rise to 70% from 50% previously, while Thistle Port Dickson Resort is projected to see the occupancy rate double to 65% in their first... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Testimonies: How the downturn is hitting poor men and women Apr 2, 2009
Wed, 1 Apr 18:56:36 GMT. The views expressed are the author's alone. (AlertNet)
WD(R) Streamlines Media Operations to Address Internal Hard Drive Business Needs Mar 21, 2008
As part of the realignment of media manufacturing resources, the company will focus its Penang, Malaysia facilities solely on the production of magnetic media, while substrate plating and polishing operations, currently in Penang, will be consolidated into the company's two other Malaysian substrate facilities in Kuching and Johor Bahru, maximizing operational efficiencies. Additionally, some positions in the company's San Jose, Calif. (PR Newswire)
Mapletree buys properties in Johor for RM61.5mil Jan 23, 2008
The properties are located 10km north of Johor Bahru city centre. Phua Kok Kim, chief executove executive officer of Mapletree Industrial Fund Management Pte Ltd (MIFM) said the acquisition has enabled the MIF to increase its portfolio of good quality industrial assets in Malaysia. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
MAS flies food to flood victims Dec 21, 2007
The national carrier is also providing similar help in Johor and Kelantan through its offices in Johor Bahru and Kota Baru. More News. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Direct AirAsia flights to Guangzhou from Jan 16 Dec 18, 2007
Your browser does not support script. Tuesday December 18, 2007 MYT 4:04:10 PM. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
The right issue Dec 8, 2007
Ahmad Fuad bin Haji Dahlan from Johor Bahru, Malaysia, was my classmate in a woodcarving class in Jepara in the mid 1970s. His ancestors came from Ponorogo, and he visited them regularly while he lived in Jepara for three years. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Three new Citroen centres Nov 12, 2007
Additionally, Brooklands Motors will also appoint five sales dealers, three in Kuala Lumpur and one each in Johor Bahru and Penang ... The company had also invested more than RM7mil to establish Citroen 3S Centre in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor Bahru and Kota Kinabalu. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Ministers convey Hari Raya wishes to Sultan of Johor Oct 14, 2007
JOHOR BAHRU: Singapore and Malaysia share a strong and close relationship, and regular exchanges help to maintain the ties, said Manpower Minister Ng Eng Hen and Transport Minister Raymond Lim, who celebrated Hari Raya with the Sultan of Johor on Saturday ... The visit to Istana Bukit Serene in Johor Bahru has become an annual tradition that signals the strong friendship between both countries. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
Wife Jailed for Nearly Chopping Man's Penis Off Sep 27, 2007
Umidah Setu, an Indonesian migrant worker living in Malaysia, pleaded guilty in court Tuesday in the southern city of Johor Bahru to voluntarily causing hurt, said Che Yussof Che Ngah, deputy chief of Johor state's criminal investigations department. Umidah, a 47-year-old canteen operator, was arrested Sunday after her husband, who is also from Indonesia, filed a police report claiming she tried to cut off his penis with a knife, Che Yussof said. (New York Post)
Tsunami warning issued after 7.9 magnitude quake off Sumatra Sep 12, 2007
It was centered at 105 km southwest of Bengkulu, Sumatra and 718km southwest of Johor Bahru, at a depth of 15. 6km. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
It's the Discover Civic roadshow Sep 11, 2007
The first roadshow has just concluded in Johor Bahru, but fear not, two more are scheduled to run, in Petaling Jaya and in Penang. Not to mention getting close up with the winner. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
20 killed in Malaysian bus crash Aug 14, 2007
The accident occurred before dawn on the North-South Expressway, which runs the entire length of the country from the Thai border in the north to Johor Bahru at the southern tip of the Malaysian peninsula. The cause of the accident was not immediately apparent, although Mr. Amirudin said there were no skid marks on the road, indicating the driver may have fallen asleep at the wheel. (Globe and Mail -- International)
Nineteen dead in Malaysia crash Aug 13, 2007
The bus, on its way from Johor Bahru to the northern town of Alor Star, was travelling downhill when it hit the curb and sped off the road before turning over, state media said. Many passengers were flung through the exposed roof and others died when the sides of the bus were crushed on impact, police said. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Auto Bavaria spending RM30m to upgrade branches Aug 2, 2007
The service centres are located in Penang, Shah Alam, Sungai Besi, Segambut, Johor Bahru, Kuantan, Kuching, while the showroom is in Bukit Bintang. "Since last year we have upgraded five of the service centres in Kuantan, Segambut, Sungai Besi, Glenmarie, and Penang. "The others will be upgraded soon," Auto Bavaria managing director Mathias Heimann told a press briefing. He spoke during the launch of the newly renovated state-of-the-art service centre in Penang. "The upgrading is being... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
IDR Ministerial Committee forms 4 workgroups at first meeting Jul 24, 2007
The first meeting of the Malaysia-Singapore Joint Ministerial Committee on the Iskandar Development Region (IDR) got off to a productive start in Johor Bahru on Monday. It announced that four task force groups will be formed to further explore the areas of cooperation identified by the Prime Ministers of the two countries during their Langkawi retreat in May. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
Singapore and Malaysian officials meet for discussions on IDR Jul 23, 2007
Nearly three months after announcing the Joint Ministerial Committee on the Iskandar Development Region (IDR), ministers and senior officials from Singapore and Malaysia met for discussions in Johor Bahru on Sunday evening. However, their first official meeting will take place at the Pulai Springs Resort in Johor Bahru on Monday afternoon. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
Chinese shuttlers clean up at Thailand Open in Bangkok Jul 9, 2007
Chen's previous best showing this year was second place at the Asian Continental Championships in April, in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. It was nearly a Chinese sweep at the Thai Open, with fire of the five titles on offer going to Chinese shuttlers. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Sports)
Malaysia starts building multimillion-dollar oil terminal Jul 5, 2007
JOHOR BAHRU, Malaysia: Malaysia officially began the construction Thursday of a 1. 4 billion ringgit (US$400 million; 300 million) oil terminal project in its southernmost state near Singapore as part of efforts to become a serious player in regional oil trading. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Malaysia set to ease curbs on foreign retailers Jun 7, 2007
In January 2004, new hypermarkets were banned in the Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru and Penang areas for five years. Operators wanting to open in other areas had to apply for permits two years in advance. (International Herald Tribune -- Business Asia)
VW Group Malaysia appoints new dealers May 30, 2007
Now, with Goh Brothers, which has over 20 years of auto industry experience and Federal Auto, with over 30 years in the industry, we have an even stronger force in the market," Axel Barth, managing director of VGM said at a press conference. Federal Auto's presence will be in Puchong and Alor Setar, with business and order- taking starting immediately. Its 1S interim showroom in Puchong will be located at Bandar Puchong Jaya, whilst its workshop will be located at Jalan Klang. Next step, world... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Asean's largest maritime do May 14, 2007
PETALING JAYA: Maritime industry players are invited to participate in the largest maritime exhibition and conference in Asean, to be held at Persada Johor International Convention Centre, Johor Bahru, from June 12-13. The 5th Asean Ports and Shipping 2007 Malaysia Exhibition and Conference will analyse the latest global transportation and logistics issues. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Asia struggles to end pollution 'routine' May 10, 2007
This view from Singapore shows cars lined up in the hazeand making their way into the city-state from the Malaysian city of Johor Bahru. . (MSNBC -- Environment)
Rexy sets sights on worlds May 8, 2007
Lee and Choong won the Badminton Asia Championships in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, in mid April and reached last week's Singapore Open Super Series final. "If Wan Wah and Tan Fook can maintain their condition and train harder, I believe they can perform better," Rexy said. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Sports)
A megaproject bears witness to Malaysia's faith in economic planning May 4, 2007
JOHOR BAHRU, Malaysia: The Iskandar Development Region is a special economic zone twice the size of Hong Kong, named for the sultan of Johor state and set on the Johor Straits that separate Malaysia from Singapore. A promotional video for its planned facilities describes a place that will offer "shopping as splendid as the grand bazaar in Istanbul" and "a beehive of activity at night where stars won't just be in the sky, but on the stage.". (International Herald Tribune)
Ford's nationwide sale Apr 19, 2007
These will be at Juru Auto City parking lot in Penang and Danga Bay Festive Street Mall in Johor Bahru, and the first 500 visitors to test drive a Ford vehicle will receive a Ford goodie bag. The roadshows will be open from 10am-10pm daily. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Taufik wins Badminton Asia crown, China takes three titles Apr 16, 2007
The two-time Asian Games gold medalist won his third Badminton Asia Championships title with a 21-18, 21-19 victory over Chen Hong of China in Johor Bahru, Malaysia ... "Johor Bahru is a happy hunting ground for us. The win means a lot to us. It was a close fight all the way, as we play each other six days week," said Lee. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
Taufik cruises into Asia c'ship semis Apr 14, 2007
Indonesian men's singles ace Taufik Hidayat cruised into the semifinals of the US$125,000 Badminton Asia Championships, upsetting top seed Lee Chong Wei of Malaysia 21-17, 21-17 in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, on Friday. The world No. 18, who skipped the All England and Swiss Open Super Series after a dispute with the Badminton Association of Indonesia, will face Anup Sridhar of India on Saturday. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Sports)
More pressure on shuttlers ahead of Sudirman Cup Apr 13, 2007
"We have to remain upbeat although we have our weaknesses in the women's division. "I hope the players can perform to their best and by having underdog status they will have less pressure," he said. Meanwhile, at the US$125,000 Badminton Asia Championships in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, Indonesian ace Taufik Hidayat reached the third round after ousting little known Niluka Karunaratne of Sri Lanka 21-12, 21-17. Taufik will next face Chinese newcomer Gong Weijie, who defeated Lee Cheol Ho of South... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Sports)
RI women shuttlers lose at Asia c'ships Apr 12, 2007
The Badminton Asia Championships in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, ended early for Indonesian women's singles shuttlers, as they all crashed out in the first round. Yuswandari Aprilia fell to Hong Kong's Wang Chen 23-21, 21-7, while Yulianti Maria Kristin suffered a tough defeat to Malaysia's Wong Pei Xian Julia, losing 19-21, 21-14, 21-14. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Sports)
New Birkart Locations in Southeast Asia Mar 23, 2007
HONG KONG, March 23 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- Network expansion continued: Birkart Globistics air + ocean, the international logistics provider, has opened two new branches in Southeast Asia -- in Cebu City, Philippines, and Johor Bahru, Malaysia ... In addition to its activity in the Philippines, Birkart is also continuing its course of expansion in Malaysia and is opening its fourth branch in Johor Bahru, the capital of the federal state of Johor, in March ... Strategically located at the... (PR Newswire)
PM Lee to visit Malaysia for retreat with PM Abdullah: George Yeo Mar 6, 2007
Mr Yeo said Singapore also intends to establish a consulate in Johor Bahru - an idea welcomed by the Malaysian Foreign Minister. ADVERTISEMENT. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
SP Setia sells land for RM106m Feb 14, 2007
78-acre commercial land in the Bukit Indah Johor Township, Johor Bahru, to Raion Capital Bhd (RCB) for a cash consideration of RM106. 97mil. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
SP Setia looks to commercial property sector for growth Feb 12, 2007
For 2007, the company will be launching three commercial projects before October, Setia Walk in Pusat Bandar Puchong, Setia Avenue in Precinct 8, Setia Alam in Shah Alam and Setia Square in Bukit Indah, Johor Bahru. Setia Walk situated on 15 acres has an estimated gross development value (GDV) of RM400mil, Setia Avenue on 12 acres has an estimated GDV of RM200mil and Setia Square on 80 acres with two hypermarkets has an estimated GDV of RM400mil. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Death Note 2 marathon Jan 23, 2007
The movie marathon is today and tomorrow at Cathay Cineplex, Damansara, Selangor, and Cathay Johor Bahru City Square, Johor ... For further details, visit or contact ticketing counter at 03-77278051 (Damansara) and 07-2272888 (Johor Bahru City Square). (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Volunteers in Tampines collect supplies for M'sia flood victims Jan 1, 2007
The packages will be sent to the Malaysian Red Crescent Society in Johor Bahru on Wednesday. Community leaders say television footages of the devastation from the floods spurred them to organise the donation and to pull the collection together at short notice. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
