MAIN Market-listed property developer Paragon Globe Bhd (PGB) (formerly Goh Ban Huat Bhd) has unveiled the grand opening of its flagship PGB Experience Gallery Property Showcase over the weekend (April 27).
The ceremony was officiated by the Johor State Committee for Youth, Sports, Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Mohd Hairi Mad Shah and the Johor Bahru City Council (MBJB) mayor Datuk Mohd Haffiz Ahmad.
Strategically located in Johor Bahru city centre, the gallery marks a significant milestone in PGB’s growth journey while underscoring the group’s commitment to sustainable and innovative property developments.
Situated opposite the Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru, the two-storey PGB Experience Gallery occupies an 0.55-acre prime freehold land.
Completed within six months at an investment of RM10 mil, this contemporary gallery is thoughtfully designed as a versatile and flexible space that is ideal for showcasing the diverse range of PGB’s upcoming residential and commercial projects.
“This Experience Gallery is more than just a sales office; it’s a symbol of our on-going dedication to innovation, sustainability and customer-centric development,” commented PGB’s executive chairman Datuk Seri Edwin Tan Pei Seng.
“We created this gallery to give our visitors an immersive experience of our upcoming and future projects and reflect our vision for sustainable urban living in Johor Bahru.”
At a glance, the PGB gallery features six fully furnished show units representing two major upcoming high-rise residential projects – Calia Residences and The Iconic.
Calia Residences marks the first phase of PGB’s flagship residential development in the vibrant district of Danga Bay, Johor Bahru.
This high-rise development will comprise 1,274 serviced apartment units spread across two towers with Tower A’s 637 units slated for launch in June 2025 and expected to be completed by 4Q 2029.
Complementing this project is The Iconic, an upcoming high-rise residential project strategically located in the heart of Johor Bahru city centre and just minutes away from the Johor Bahru Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine (CIQ) Complex.
Designed to re-define modern urban living, The Iconic will feature 1,510 serviced apartment units spread across two elegant towers.
“These developments reflect PGB’s unwavering commitment to sustainable and responsible urban growth,” enthused Tan.
“Both the Calia Residences and The Iconic have been thoughtfully designed with the goal of achieving GreenRE Gold certification, reinforcing our dedication to energy efficiency, water conservation and environmental protection.”
Added Tan: “By aligning with MBJB’s sustainable initiative, the “Johor Bahru City Sustainable Development Action Plan 2035”, we’re proud to contribute to the city’s transformation towards a greener, smarter and more resilient urban centre.”
At 4pm, PGB was down 3 sen pr 4.35% to 66 sen with 1.77 million shares traded, thus valuing the company at RM497 mil. – April 28, 2025
