Brem Holding

What Brem Holding does

Brem Holding Berhad is a Malaysian diversified construction and property development group, founded in 1981 by Tan Sri Dato' Khoo Chai Kaa and publicly listed on the Kuala Lumpur Stock Exchange (BREM) since 1993. The company is headquartered in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, and operates across four integrated business segments: Civil & Construction, Property Development, Property Investment & Investment Holding, and Water Supply Services. Its construction segment operates as a CIDB-registered international contractor handling roadworks, infrastructure, drainage, sewerage, and building projects for government and private sector clients. The property development segment has delivered completed residential projects including Residensi Harmoni 2 near Mont Kiara, Rosvilla (174 units), Villaorkid (412 units), and Pelangi Heights Phase II (460 units in Klang).

The company's revenue model is built on three one-time revenue streams — property development sales, construction contracts, and investment property disposals — supplemented by a 22-year Build, Operate and Transfer (BOT) recurring managed-services revenue stream through wholly-owned subsidiary PNG Water Limited, which holds a concession to upgrade the water supply system in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. Brem's core technical capability rests on vertical integration: its in-house construction arm reduces entry costs for its own property development pipeline, supporting investment returns versus external buyers. The company is preparing three forward projects — Pelangi Heights Phase 3 in Klang, Prima Pelangi Phase 1D (240 semi-detached units), and PJ Brem City, a proposed 9-acre mixed-use development along Jalan 222 in Petaling Jaya. It also maintains a presence in Malaysian hospitality through the founder's affiliated Crystal Crown Hotels Group, which manages five 3-4 star hotels with over 1,000 rooms.

The company markets primarily through its corporate website and direct inquiry channels, serving residential buyers seeking homeownership, government and corporate construction clients, and the PNG water utility authority for its concession. Notable green-building features include rainwater harvesting and natural lighting/ventilation design at Villaorkid Condominium. No AI/ML capability, software platform, or technology product surface is disclosed. Property pricing is not publicly available and is handled via direct inquiry.

Name

Brem Holding

Legal name

Brem Holding Berhad

Website

https://bremholding.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Real Estate Development

NAICS

New Multifamily Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders) (236116), Nonresidential Building Construction (2362), Water Supply and Irrigation Systems (221310)

SIC

Water, Sewer, Pipeline, Comm & Power Line Construction (1623), Water Supply (4941), General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520)

akta.pro primary industry

Construction Management & General Contracting (EPCM, Scheduling, QA/QC, HSE) (EUAMAFAJ)

Keywords

• Property development
• Civil engineering
• Construction services
• Residential condominiums
• Infrastructure development

Headquarters

HQ city

Petaling Jaya

HQ country

Malaysia

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Property Development: The company develops residential and commercial properties for sale to end buyers. With in-house construction expertise, entry costs are lower compared to property buyers, allowing for good investment returns. Properties may be kept for recurring incomes or disposed at strategic times for capital gains. Current portfolio includes completed projects (Residensi Harmoni 2, Rosvilla, Villaorkid, Pelangi Heights Phase II) and future developments (PJ Brem City, Pelangi Heights Phase 3).
2. Civil & Construction Services: Handles a strong pipeline of ongoing developments across various sectors including roadworks, infrastructure, drainage, sewerage, and residential/commercial/industrial building construction for government and private clients.
3. Property Investment & Investment Holding: Converts prime land into properties using in-house building ability. Entry cost is lower than external property buyers, enabling good investment returns through either recurring rental income or strategic disposal for capital gains.
4. Water Supply Services (BOT): PNG Water Limited, a subsidiary of Brem, holds a 22-year Build, Operate and Transfer (BOT) concession for upgrading water supply system in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. This concession generates stable revenue, profit, and excellent cash flow for the Group.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Brem Holding Berhad develops residential and mixed-use properties in Malaysia through its in-house construction arm and undertakes civil engineering and building construction contracts for government and private clients. The group also operates a 22-year Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) water supply concession in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea via its wholly-owned PNG Water Limited subsidiary. Completed developments include Residensi Harmoni 2, Rosvilla, Villaorkid, and Pelangi Heights Phase II, with future projects including PJ Brem City and Pelangi Heights Phase 3.

Product overview

Brem Holding Berhad operates as a diversified property development and construction group offering four integrated business segments: Civil & Construction (CIDB-registered international contractor handling building and civil engineering projects), Property Investment & Investment Holding (in-house development capabilities for recurring income and capital gains), Property Development (residential and commercial projects across Malaysia with a growing land bank), and Water Supply and Services (BOT water concession in Papua New Guinea). The company's product portfolio includes completed residential developments (Residensi Harmoni 2, Rosvilla Condominium, Villaorkid Condominium, Pelangi Heights Phase II), upcoming projects (Pelangi Heights Phase 3, Prima Pelangi Phase 1D), and future developments (PJ Brem City). The company is also involved in hospitality through Crystal Crown Hotels Group, managing five 3-star and 4-star hotels across Malaysia.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Residensi Harmoni 2 A mature, freehold condominium located at Bukit Prima Pelangi near Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur, offering modern facilities, strong connectivity, and varied layouts from 2 to 4+1 bedrooms for residential buyers.
• Rosvilla Condominium A low-density condominium consisting of 174 units situated on a 4-acre site at Bukit Prima Pelangi, featuring 2+1 bedroom units with an average size of 1,200 sq.ft., located in North Kiara with city views.
• Villaorkid Condominium A residential project consisting of 412 units across three tower blocks on a hilly site, incorporating natural lighting and ventilation design, rainwater harvesting for garden irrigation, and sustainable building practices.
• Pelangi Heights Phase II A 460-unit condominium development located at the heart of Klang town adjacent to Phase I, offering proximity to major highways and convenient access for residents.
• Pelangi Heights Phase 3 An upcoming new phase of the Pelangi Heights development situated in the hub of Klang town, offering excellent access and a combination of modern lifestyle homes and facilities.
• PJ Brem City A proposed 9-acre mixed-use development located along Jalan 222 in Petaling Jaya, near the Federal Highway, comprising residential, retail, office, and business center spaces on prime land.
• Prima Pelangi Phase 1D A low-density development of 240 semi-detached units and 'bungalows in the sky' on a three-acre site, featuring two residential tower blocks, two levels of facilities, and two levels of underground parking, with lifestyle amenities including reflective pools, yoga decks, and poolside lounges.
• Civil & Construction Services Handles a strong pipeline of ongoing developments across various sectors including roadworks, infrastructure, drainage, sewerage, and residential/commercial/industrial building construction for government and private clients as a CIDB Malaysia international registered contractor.
• Water Supply Services (BOT Concession) 22-year Build, Operate and Transfer (BOT) concession through wholly-owned subsidiary PNG Water Limited for upgrading the water supply system in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, serving public utility customers and the water authority.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• PNG Water LimitedcoreOthersPNG Water Limited is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Brem Holding that holds a 22-year Build, Operate and Transfer (BOT) concession for upgrading the water supply system in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. The concession agreement was between the water authorities of Papua New Guinea and Brem's subsidiary.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Mah Sing Group Berhad: Mid-sized Malaysian property developer focused primarily on residential and small commercial projects in Klang Valley and other Malaysian cities. Closely comparable scale, business model, and target customer segment to Brem's property development arm.
• WCT Holdings Berhad: Malaysian construction and property developer of broadly similar size and business mix to Brem, undertaking civil engineering works and mixed residential/commercial developments in Klang Valley and other Malaysian regions.

Broad incumbents

• UEM Group Berhad: Malaysian infrastructure and construction holding with significant involvement in toll roads, buildings, and civil projects. Comparable on the government-contract civil engineering and construction side, though a far larger group.
• Gamuda Berhad: Major Malaysian infrastructure and property group with strong tunneling and civil engineering capabilities. Comparable in delivering large-scale Malaysian infrastructure and township projects similar to Brem's Klang Valley developments.
• SP Setia Berhad: One of Malaysia's largest listed property developers, comparable in product offering (master-planned townships, condominiums, mixed-use) and Malaysian residential/government client base. Larger scale, but similar product-market overlap.
• Sunway Berhad: Large Malaysian conglomerate with integrated property development, construction, and infrastructure businesses. Directly comparable to Brem on the construction-plus-property model in Malaysia, but operates at significantly greater scale and geographic breadth.
• Eco World Development Berhad: Malaysian property developer of townships and integrated mixed-use developments similar to Brem's PJ Brem City concept. Comparable end-market (Malaysian homebuyers) but at larger scale and stronger brand.
• Sime Darby Property Berhad: Malaysian-listed property arm of Sime Darby Group developing townships and integrated developments. Comparable residential/mixed-use product range and Malaysian buyer focus, though at significantly greater scale and parent-backed funding access.
• IJM Corporation Berhad: Malaysian-established construction and property developer with civil engineering, building, and industrial operations comparable to Brem's construction services arm. Overlaps with Brem on government infrastructure tenders and residential property launches.
• Malaysia Resources Corporation Berhad (MRCB): Malaysian construction, property, and infrastructure group developing mixed-use urban projects comparable to Brem's PJ Brem City. Overlaps in civil engineering and integrated Klang Valley development focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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