EK Group of Companies

What EK Group of Companies does

EKG M & E SDN BHD, operating as EK Group of Companies, is a privately-held Malaysian Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing (MEP) contractor headquartered in Kuala Lumpur. The group traces its origins to Eakonmech, founded in 2007 by Dato' Dr. Yaw Chan Choy, and was rebranded under the EKG M&E banner in 2012 to deliver ACMV&R (Air Conditioning, Mechanical Ventilation & Refrigeration), fire protection, cold water and plumbing, and electrical engineering services. EKG is an ISO Certified ACMV Contractor registered with the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB), and holds Special Dealer status with eleven major HVAC OEMs (York, Daikin, Carrier, Hitachi, Trane, Dunham-Bush, Acson, Toshiba, Topaire, Smartech, Fujiaire), which provides preferential pricing and engineering support across its project and maintenance work.

The company's revenue model is professional services-driven, combining new-construction MEP installation (design, installation, refurbishment, upgrading) with recurring service and maintenance contracts in the Klang Valley and beyond. Customer segments span residential developments, commercial hotels and shopping malls, educational institutions, factories, hospitals, and banking/financial institutions, with notable project references including Menara PNB, Wisma UNIRAZAK, PNB Kenanga Building, and Panasonic Malaysia. The group is structured around wholly-owned subsidiaries: Eakonmech Sales & Services (maintenance operations), Eakon Academy (CIDB vocational training), and EKG (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. (regional expansion in Phnom Penh). In 2026, EKG announced a partnership with Mr. Koh to enter AC system and AHU manufacturing, signaling a vertical move from pure contractor to equipment producer under the "New EKG" strategic agenda led by Managing Director Dato' Sri Dr. Ricky Yaw and Chief Operating Director Sally Lim.

Go-to-market is sales-led and relationship-driven, with direct enterprise engagement via phone, email, and WhatsApp for large-scale projects and a long tail of self-serve maintenance inquiries from SMB and residential customers. Pricing is quote-based and project-specific, with no public rate cards and multi-year maintenance contracts as a recurring revenue lever. Marketing channels include a website with SEO content, Facebook, YouTube video content, email newsletter, and WhatsApp Business for direct conversion. The company has no public API, no disclosed AI/ML capabilities, and no external funding, operating as a self-funded private enterprise.

Name

EK Group of Companies

Legal name

EKG M & E SDN BHD

Website

https://eakon.com.my

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

EK Group of Companies (EKG M & E SDN BHD) is a Malaysian MEP contractor headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, delivering ACMV, fire protection, plumbing, and electrical engineering services for residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial clients across Malaysia and Cambodia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

MEP Engineering Contracting Services

NAICS

Engineering Services (54133)

akta.pro primary industry

Electrical Systems Maintenance (LV/MV, Switchgear, UPS) (BPABACAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Security, Safety & Fire/Life Safety Management (BPABAAAE)

Keywords

• MEP engineering services
• ACMV contracting
• Fire protection systems
• Plumbing services
• Electrical engineering contracting

Headquarters

HQ city

Kuala Lumpur

HQ country

Malaysia

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. MEP Engineering Services: New construction projects including Design, Installation, Refurbishment, Upgrading of ACMV, Fire Protection, Cold Water & Plumbing, and Electrical Engineering Systems
2. Service & Maintenance: Ongoing air conditioning and mechanical ventilation maintenance services since 2012, including installations, repairs and cleaning services in Klang Valley

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

EK Group of Companies (EKG M & E SDN BHD) is a Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing (MEP) specialist contractor headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The company provides design, installation, refurbishment, upgrading, service and maintenance of ACMV (Air Conditioning & Mechanical Ventilation), Fire Protection, Cold Water & Plumbing, and Electrical Engineering systems for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. It also delivers ongoing air conditioning and mechanical ventilation maintenance services in the Klang Valley since 2012.

Product overview

EKG M&E SDN BHD is a Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing (MEP) specialist company headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The company offers a unified portfolio of MEP services organized around four core offerings: ACMV (Air Conditioning & Mechanical Ventilation), Fire Protection Services, Cold Water & Plumbing Services, and Electrical Engineering Services. These core services are delivered through new construction projects (design, installation, refurbishment, upgrading) and ongoing service & maintenance operations. The subsidiary brand Eakonmech, established in 2007, handles ACMV design and construction for corporate and government clients, while Eakon Academy provides vocational training. Key technical services include AHU solutions, compressor testing and repair, cooling tower cleaning, split AC hydro-washing, and fan coil unit chemical cleaning. The company operates across Malaysia and Cambodia, serving sectors including residential, commercial hotels, shopping malls, educational institutions, factories, and hospitals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ACMV Services (Air Conditioning & Mechanical Ventilation)
• Fire Protection Services Fire protection system design, installation, and maintenance services to ensure safety compliance for buildings and facilities.
• Cold Water & Plumbing Services Cold water distribution and plumbing system installation, maintenance, and repair services for residential, commercial and industrial applications.
• Electrical Engineering Services Electrical engineering solutions including design, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems for new construction and existing buildings.
• Air Handling Unit (AHU) Solutions Professional Air Handling Unit (AHU) cleaning, maintenance, and servicing to ensure HVAC systems operate efficiently while maintaining clean and healthy indoor air quality.
• Compressor Testing and Repair Professional compressor testing and repair services to ensure HVAC systems operate at peak efficiency, including diagnostics, component restoration, and performance optimization.
• Cooling Tower Cleaning Services Professional cooling tower cleaning to remove scale, sludge, algae, and bacterial buildup for improved heat transfer performance and system reliability.
• Routine Hydro-Washing for Split AC Systems Professional routine washing services for wall-mounted split air conditioning systems using high-pressure hydro-washing protocol to restore cooling efficiency and indoor air quality.
• AHU Cleaning Services Professional Air Handling Unit (AHU) cleaning services including deep internal cleaning of coils, filters, fans, and components to restore airflow efficiency and improve indoor air quality.
• Air Conditioning Repair Solutions Professional air conditioning repair services covering electrical faults, gas leaks, compressor issues, and cooling inefficiencies for residential, commercial, and industrial spaces.
• Chemical Clean for Fan Coil Unit Chemical cleaning services for fan coil units to maintain optimal performance and extend equipment lifespan, delivered to enterprise customers such as Panasonic Malaysia.
• Eakon Academy (Vocational Skill Training) Vocational skill training institution under CIDB providing safety induction and technical training programs for workforce development in the HVAC/MEP industry.

Quantifiable outcome

• Energy-efficient HVAC systems with optimized air conditioning for lower energy consumption
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and strategic.

• YorkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLong-standing partnership with York as one of the nation's top air-conditioning distributors. EKG enjoys Special Dealer status providing competitive pricing and enhanced engineering and technical support.
• DaikincoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEstablished partnership with Daikin for air-conditioning distribution. EKG holds Special Dealer status with competitive pricing advantages passed on to customers.
• CarriercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLong-standing partnership with Carrier as a leading air-conditioning distributor. EKG is a Special Dealer with access to competitive pricing and technical support.
• HitachicoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with Hitachi for air-conditioning products. EKG operates as Special Dealer with competitive pricing benefits.
• TranecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEstablished partnership with Trane for commercial air conditioning solutions with Special Dealer status.
• Dunham-BushcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with Dunham-Bush for air-conditioning distribution. Special Dealer arrangement provides pricing advantages.
• AcsoncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with Acson for air-conditioning products with Special Dealer status and competitive pricing.
• ToshibacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLong-standing partnership with Toshiba for air-conditioning distribution with Special Dealer benefits.
• TopairecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with Topaire for air-conditioning products. EKG holds Special Dealer status.
• SmartAirTechcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with SmartAirTech for air-conditioning solutions with competitive pricing as Special Dealer.
• FujiairecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with Fujiaire for air-conditioning distribution with Special Dealer status.
• Mr. KohstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerNew business partner introduced during 2026 Annual Dinner. Marking EKG's bold move into AC system and AHU manufacturing - a massive step toward becoming a self-sufficient MEP powerhouse.
• St John Ambulance MalaysiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEKG x St John First Aid - OSHA Training collaboration providing participants with essential first aid knowledge, emergency response skills, and safety awareness to effectively handle accidents and medical emergencies at the workplace.
• CIDB (Construction Industry Development Board)coreTechnology or IntegrationRegistered with CIDB as an ACMV contractor, ensuring compliance with Malaysian construction industry standards and regulations.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• WCT Holdings Berhad: Malaysian construction and property group with MEP engineering capabilities serving commercial, retail, and infrastructure developments. Comparable as a broader Malaysian incumbent with overlapping MEP service offerings.
• Gamuda Berhad: Major Malaysian infrastructure and engineering group with construction capabilities including mechanical and electrical works. Serves as a broader incumbent competitor for large-scale MEP and engineering tenders in Malaysia.
• IJM Corporation Berhad: Large Malaysian conglomerate with construction, property, and industry divisions including MEP capabilities. Larger incumbent competing with EKG for major commercial and residential MEP contracts across Malaysia.

Direct peers

• Muhibbah Engineering (M) Bhd: Malaysian engineering and construction group with significant MEP and HVAC capabilities across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects. Comparable to EKG in offering integrated MEP contracting across building and industrial sectors.
• KNM Group Berhad: Malaysian engineering services group providing process equipment, fabrication, and plant services across energy and industrial sectors. Overlaps with EKG in industrial MEP and HVAC services for factories and process facilities.
• IRE-Tec Corporation Berhad: Malaysian MEP services provider focused on HVAC, electrical, and plumbing installations for commercial and industrial facilities. Closely matches EKG's ACMV-centric service portfolio and Malaysian customer base.
• Sunway Engineering Sdn Bhd: MEP division within Sunway Group providing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contracting for property development and infrastructure. Comparable to EKG in delivering integrated MEP across residential, commercial, and industrial segments in Malaysia.
• Gadang Engineering Berhad: Malaysian MEP and engineering contractor providing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing services for building and infrastructure projects. Directly comparable to EKG as a Malaysian MEP services peer serving commercial, residential, and industrial clients.

Emerging players

• Pestech International Berhad: Malaysian power systems and electrical engineering specialist serving rail electrification, power infrastructure, and industrial clients. Adjacent overlap with EKG's electrical engineering services and Malaysian enterprise/government customer base.

Regional players

• CSCEC (China State Construction Engineering Corporation): Global construction and engineering conglomerate with significant MEP contracting presence across Southeast Asia. Regional peer competing in larger-scale Malaysian and ASEAN MEP projects where EKG also operates.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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