SHAH ALAM – Sime Darby Property (“Sime Darby Property” or the “Company”) started off the year on a high note with the launch of the Elmina Lakeside Mall (“ELM”) and Elmina Outdoor Sculpture Museum (“EOSM”), officiated by Duli Yang Maha Mulia Sultan Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj Ibni Almarhum Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Alhaj.
Also present at the launch event were Duli Yang Maha Mulia Tengku Permaisuri Selangor, Tengku Permaisuri Hajah Norashikin; and Yang Amat Berhormat Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari, Menteri Besar of Selangor, among other dignitaries and state agency officials.
The mall, which has been operational since August 2024, serves as a vibrant retail and leisure hub for the City of Elmina and beyond. Anchored by key tenants such as Jaya Grocer, Harvey Norman, Kenny Hills Bakers, Nak Nak, and Ediya Coffee—a popular Korean coffee chain making its Malaysian debut—ELM caters to a diverse and growing community. Spanning over 200,000 square feet of nett lettable area across 17.2 acres, it is strategically located within a 20-minute drive for a catchment population of 870,000 residents, making it a key driver of connectivity and convenience.
Designed with sustainability in mind, ELM integrates outdoor parks and spaces to encourage community interaction and engagement. The mall’s open-air design reduces air-conditioning usage, contributing to a lower carbon footprint. It also features cycling paths, bicycle parking, planned solar panel installations, and one of Klang Valley’s largest DC charging station for electric vehicles, with 16 chargEV bays.
Sime Darby Property’s Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Dato’ Seri Azmir Merican, said, “Elmina Lakeside Mall has exceeded our expectations from the outset, achieving an impressive 99% occupancy rate and attracting significant footfall, with over 180,000 visitors during the opening week and a sustained monthly average of 640,000. We appreciate the overwhelming response from tenants and visitors, reaffirming the mall’s position as the preferred retail and leisure destination for the community. This strategic addition to the City of Elmina enables us to integrate retail with nature, creating a one-of-a-kind shopping experience that reflects our vision of building spaces that serve real needs, foster connections and support a modern lifestyle with a focus on wellness.”
Complementing the mall, EOSM provides a dedicated space to showcase contemporary Malaysian artists and will soon expand to include regional and international talents. The museum represents the synthesis of artistic expression, sustainability, and innovative urban design within the City of Elmina, enhancing both community spaces and resident experiences. Its inaugural exhibit, The Wealthy Horizons sculpture by Abdul Multhalib Musa, sets the tone for this innovative cultural destination.
“The Elmina Outdoor Sculpture Museum celebrates the significance of art and creative expression while providing a platform to promote Malaysia’s finest contemporary artists to regional and international prominence. We believe that this initiative will elevate the City of Elmina beyond a residential and commercial centre into a destination for arts and culture,” added Dato’ Seri Azmir.
The City of Elmina spans across 6,500 acres and integrates residential, commercial, and industrial developments with over 1,100 acres of green spaces, a 300 acres Central Park, and modern amenities designed for connectivity and functionality. Home to 67,000 residents, it is expected to accommodate a population of 150,000 upon completion. The township is also home to the 1.09 acres Elmina Rainforest Knowledge Centre, a facility which focuses on environmental education and conservation, research and development, promotion of eco-tourism and other green activities; the Elmina Business Park, Klang Valley’s largest freehold industrial business hub; as well as Malaysia’s longest jogging and cycling track spanning 90km.
The launch of ELM and EOSM aligns with Sime Darby Property’s commitment to sustainable urban development and long-term value creation for stakeholders. These additions further position the City of Elmina as a leading township in Malaysia, driving economic activity, fostering community connections, and enhancing urban living.
Dato’ Seri Azmir concluded, “Every part of the township is designed for functionality, connectivity, and sustainability, making it a practical place to live and grow.”