BY JOSEPH CHIN
KUALA LUMPUR: Bina Puri Holdings Bhd has secured a contract from the Terengganu state government to build a RM100mil resort on Pulau Poh in Kenyir Lake.
It said on Tuesday its unit Bina Puri Sdn Bhd had accepted the letter of award from the Terengganu State Public Works Director on June 22 to undertake the project which comprises of designing, building and completing the resort.
“This eco-resort will have 150 rooms, a banquet hall that can hold up to 300 guests, restaurant, retail areas and a swimming pool. The completion period is three years,” it said.
Bina Puri group executive director Matthew Tee said the group’s success in securing the project reflected on the company’s capability as a landmark builder to undertake various types of construction.
“This project is unique as the vendor has requested eco-friendly structures that require less maintenance and also design and interior decorations that exude peace and tranquillity.
“Bina Puri’s ability to secure this RM100mil project is evident of the group’s capability and commitment to participate in government projects especially in Terengganu,” he said.
In May this year, Bina Puri secured a RM128.5mil contract to build a spa resort, the proposed Movenpick Spa Resort, in Kuala Terengganu.
With the latest award, the group’s unbuilt book order has increased to RM2.72bil to date.
“With this award, we have managed to secure RM838mil projects in 2015 and we believe there will be more opportunities to secure further projects by year end,” it said.
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