What Daiman Development Berhad does

Daiman Development Berhad is a Malaysian public limited company (Berhad) founded in 1972 and headquartered in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, operating across five business segments: property development, property investment, sports and recreation, hotel operations, and plantation agriculture. Its property development arm builds integrated residential townships across two master-planned landbanks — Taman Gaya (459 acres in Ulu Tiram) and Taman Daiman Jaya (950 acres in Kota Tinggi) — selling landed homes (terrace houses, semi-detached, cluster homes, bungalows) and commercial shop offices through dedicated sales galleries. The property investment segment, operated through Daiman Properties Sdn. Bhd., manages premium commercial assets including the Menara Landmark mixed-use development (35-level office tower, 30-level DoubleTree by Hilton hotel tower, and 4 levels of medical suites), Wisma Daiman office building, and The Gaya Garden commercial development.

The company generates revenue through a hybrid model combining one-time property sales from launched residential and commercial phases with recurring streams from office and retail leasing, hotel room revenue (distributed via Hilton's global reservation system), sports facility fees (Daiman 18 Golf Club, Daiman Johor Jaya Sports Complex, Daiman Sri Skudai Sports Centre, Daiman Bowl), and agricultural output from oil palm and coconut plantations in Kota Tinggi. Core technology is not publicly disclosed, and the company relies on direct sales channels — physical sales galleries, WhatsApp/phone bookings, walk-in traffic for sports facilities, and Hilton's platform for hotel distribution. Anchor commercial tenants include Public Bank, Expeditors, Manulife Malaysia, Hong Leong Assurance, Country View Berhad, and JC Chang Group, while medical suites host multiple specialist operators (Beverly Wilshire, TMC Women's Specialist, Davita Dialysis, among others). The company is diversified by revenue stream and customer segment, with headquarters co-located at the Menara Landmark asset itself, reflecting a vertically integrated developer-operator model with over four decades of regional presence in Johor.

Name

Daiman Development Berhad

Legal name

Daiman Development Berhad

Website

https://daiman.com.my

Company type

Public

Founded year

1972

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Daiman Development Berhad is a Malaysian property developer and investor founded in 1972, operating Taman Gaya (459 acres) and Taman Daiman Jaya (950 acres) townships, the Menara Landmark mixed-use tower (offices, DoubleTree by Hilton, medical suites), sports facilities, and plantations in Johor, Malaysia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Real Estate Development

NAICS

Land Subdivision (23721), Real Estate Property Managers (53131), Corporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing Offices (551114)

SIC

Land Subdividers & Developers (No Cemeteries) (6552), General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520), Hotels & Motels (7011), Operators Of Nonresidential Buildings (6512)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Land Development & Subdivision Homebuilding (Build-to-Sell Communities) (IMAFABAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hospitality (Hotel) Property Management (BPAJAGAG), Association Maintenance, Vendor & Capital Project Management (BPAJAHAM)

Keywords

• Property development
• Commercial property leasing
• Integrated township development
• Sports recreation facilities
• Hotel operations

Headquarters

HQ city

Johor Bahru

HQ country

Malaysia

HQ region

Asia

Offices11 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Operations, Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Property Development: Development and sale of residential properties including terrace houses, semi-detached homes, bungalows, and commercial shop offices across Taman Gaya and Taman Daiman Jaya townships. Revenue is generated through property sales to individual buyers and investors.
2. Property Investment: Rental income from leasing premium office spaces, retail spaces, medical suites, and thematic developments. Daiman Properties manages Menara Landmark Office Tower, Wisma Daiman, The Gaya Garden commercial development, and Menara Landmark Medical Suites.
3. Sports & Recreation: Operation of sports facilities including Daiman 18 Golf Club, Daiman Johor Jaya Sports Complex, Daiman Sri Skudai Sports Centre, and Daiman Bowl. Revenue from court fees, green fees, season passes, and venue rentals.
4. Hotel Operations: Operation of DoubleTree by Hilton Johor Bahru hotel tower within Menara Landmark mixed-use development. Revenue from room bookings, dining, meetings and events, and ancillary hotel services.
5. Plantation & Agriculture: Sustainable cultivation of oil palm and coconut plantations in Kota Tinggi. Revenue generated from sale of palm oil and coconut products.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Daiman Development Berhad develops and sells residential properties (terrace houses, semi-detached homes, linked bungalows, and bungalows) within integrated townships in Johor, Malaysia. The company also leases and manages commercial real estate (premium offices, retail, and medical suites), operates sports and recreation facilities, runs the DoubleTree by Hilton Johor Bahru hotel, and conducts oil palm and coconut plantations. Revenue is generated through property sales, recurring rental income, facility usage fees, hotel room revenue, and agricultural product sales.

Product overview

Daiman Development Berhad is a diversified Malaysian property development company operating across five core business segments: Property Development (residential townships and landed homes), Property Investment (commercial office, retail, and medical suites), Sports & Recreation (golf, sports complexes, bowling), Hotel operations (DoubleTree by Hilton), and Plantation & Agriculture (oil palm and coconut). The portfolio spans Taman Gaya (459 acres) and Taman Daiman Jaya (950 acres) in Johor, Malaysia, with flagship developments including Menara Landmark mixed-use tower in Johor Bahru. The company operates through multiple subsidiary brands including Daiman Properties, Daiman Bowl, and Daiman Johor Jaya Sports Complex Berhad, offering residential, commercial, recreational, hospitality, and agricultural products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Daiman Bowl: A top-tier 36-lane ten-pin bowling facility in Johor Bahru's Taman Johor Jaya, RM15 million investment with diverse amenities including F&B outlets, family karaoke, and pro shop.
• Daiman Johor Jaya Sports Complex
• Daiman Sri Skudai Sports Centre
• Daiman 18 Golf Club
• Daiman Properties
• Menara Landmark

Products and services

• Property Development (Taman Gaya and Taman Daiman Jaya Townships) Development and sale of residential landed properties — terrace houses, semi-detached homes, linked bungalows, and bungalows — within two integrated townships totaling approximately 1,409 acres in Johor, Malaysia. Targeted at families and individuals seeking quality housing in established communities.
• Taman Gaya Township 459-acre integrated township in Ulu Tiram, Johor offering residential precincts (Eton Estates, Precinct Evora, Precinct Evora Phase 2) with semi-detached homes for families and individuals.
• Precinct Evora Phase 2 Final phase double-storey semi-detached residential units in Taman Gaya comprising 160 units with 43' x 75' land size and 2,967 sq/ft built-up area, targeted at families seeking premium landed homes in Ulu Tiram.
• Taman Daiman Jaya Township 950-acre integrated township in Kota Tinggi, Johor offering residential precincts (Precinct Nilam 2, Precinct Nilam 3, Precinct Lumina) and a commercial hub (KT Central) for families, individuals, and commercial buyers.
• Precinct Lumina Residential Development Residential precinct in Taman Daiman Jaya Kota Tinggi offering 24' x 70' and 24' x 90' terrace homes with 1,870-1,965 sq/ft built-up area, freehold tenure, two parks, and a mini football field.
• KT Central Phase 2 Commercial Shop Offices Commercial shop office development in Taman Daiman Jaya offering 2-storey and 3-storey shoplots with lot sizes from 24'x85' to 57'x80' and built-up areas from 2,125 to 4,948 sq/ft, strategically positioned between Johor Bahru and Mersing.
• Property Investment and Leasing (Daiman Properties) Leasing and management of premium office spaces, retail spaces, medical suites, and thematic commercial developments through Daiman Properties Sdn. Bhd. for commercial tenants and corporate occupiers in Johor Bahru.
• Menara Landmark Office Tower Premium 35-level office tower with 5 levels of secure indoor car park, high-speed lifts, 24/7 security, and surveillance, located in Johor Bahru city center; anchor tenants include Manulife Malaysia, Hong Leong Assurance, and Daiman Group.
• Menara Landmark Medical Suites Integrated medical destination on 4 levels of Menara Landmark offering ambulatory care suites for clinical and allied health professionals; endorsed under Iskandar Regional Development Authority's Smart Healthy City initiative; tenants include Beverly Wilshire Medical Centre, TMC Women's Specialist Centre, Davita Dialysis Centre, and others.
• Wisma Daiman Office Building 7-storey office building in Taman Sentosa along Jalan Tebrau, Johor Bahru, leased to corporate tenants including Public Bank and Expeditors (M) Sdn. Bhd.
• The Gaya Garden Commercial Development Commercial development in Taman Gaya offering dining options, versatile event spaces, and retail scene, known by its Chinese name 高雅森活坊.
• Daiman 18 Golf Club Public 18-hole golf course in Johor Jaya along Pasir Gudang-Johor Bahru Highway offering 18-hole and 9-hole rounds, a 16-bay driving range, clubhouse amenities, and a Chinese restaurant, with weekday rates from RM88 and weekend rates of RM200.
• Daiman Johor Jaya Sports Complex Public sports complex in Johor Jaya featuring an Olympic-size swimming pool, 15 PU rubber badminton courts, a gym, table tennis, sauna, and scuba diving lessons, offering family and individual season passes.
• Daiman Sri Skudai Sports Centre Sports facility in Skudai with 18 PU rubber badminton courts, 7 Futsal courts including international-size FIFA Court, and Pickleball courts with LED lighting, with weekday rates from RM18-26.50/hour (inclusive of 6% SST).
• Daiman Bowl (Ten-Pin Bowling) RM15 million 36-lane ten-pin bowling facility in Taman Johor Jaya with convenience store, F&B outlets, pro shop, family karaoke, 600-seat spectator area, and VIP gallery, open 10am-1am daily with youth weekday rates from RM7.00/game.
• DoubleTree by Hilton Johor Bahru Hotel operated under the DoubleTree by Hilton brand in Johor Bahru within Menara Landmark, with 30 levels, over 1,000 sqm of flexible event space, Makan Kitchen all-day dining, Tosca Italian restaurant, and Axis Lounge, near Legoland Malaysia, Johor Premium Outlets, and city center.
• Oil Palm Plantation Sustainable palm oil cultivation at Kota Tinggi Palm Estate operated with expert agronomists and advanced farming practices to produce premium palm oil for downstream buyers.
• Coconut Plantation Coconut cultivation at Kota Tinggi Coconut Plantation with premium varieties and sustainable practices, producing coconut water, coconut milk, and other coconut-based products.

Named customers13 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Hilton Worldwide (DoubleTree by Hilton)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDaiman Development Berhad operates the DoubleTree by Hilton Johor Bahru within Menara Landmark mixed-use development. The hotel offers 30 levels of accommodation with over 1,000 square meters of flexible event space. Hilton manages the hotel operations while Daiman provides the property, creating a mutually beneficial relationship for hospitality distribution and property utilization.
• Iskandar Regional Development Authority (IRDA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMenara Landmark Medical Suites are endorsed as commercial components for Iskandar Regional Development Authority's Smart Healthy City initiative in Iskandar Development Flagship A. This government partnership supports medical tourism promotion and integrated healthcare development in the region.

Scale indicators12 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• IOI Properties Group Berhad: Malaysian property developer with significant Johor land bank and township projects. Comparable in developing integrated residential and commercial communities in the southern Malaysia corridor.
• UEM Sunrise Berhad: Major Malaysian property developer with flagship Iskandar Malaysia (Johor) projects including Gerbang Nusajaya. Directly comparable as a Johor-focused integrated township developer serving overlapping customer segments.
• Crescendo Corporation Berhad: Malaysian property developer with Johor-focused operations including integrated industrial and residential projects. Comparable geographic focus on Johor and similar mixed-development township strategy.
• Eco World Development Group Berhad: Malaysian property developer focused on integrated townships and commercial developments. Comparable in developing large-scale planned communities with mixed residential and commercial components.
• Hua Yang Berhad: Malaysian property developer focused on affordable and mid-market residential townships. Comparable in developing phased residential communities targeting similar middle-income buyer segments.
• Mah Sing Group Berhad: Malaysian residential property developer with mixed township and commercial projects. Comparable business model of phased landed residential developments targeted at mid-market buyers in Malaysia.
• Paramount Corporation Berhad: Malaysian property developer with township developments in Klang Valley and Johor. Comparable in developing integrated residential communities for the mid-market segment.

Broad incumbents

• Sunway Berhad: Diversified Malaysian conglomerate with significant property development, hospitality (Sunway Hotels), and healthcare operations. Comparable in operating across property, hotel, and healthcare verticals but at substantially larger scale.
• SP Setia Berhad: One of Malaysia's largest integrated property developers with township projects across multiple states. Overlaps with Daiman in residential and mixed-use developments but operates at significantly larger scale and broader geographic footprint.
• Sime Darby Property Berhad: Major Malaysian property developer with township developments across the country. Comparable in residential township development model and integrated mixed-use planning but operates at much larger scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/daimanproperty
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/daiman-development-bhd

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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