This multi-component development aims to act as a primary economic driver for the northern region by integrating global logistics, aerospace manufacturing, and international air travel. The vision is to establish a world-class, integrated international logistics and transshipment hub specialized in cargo, Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO), and advanced manufacturing.
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Macroeconomic Growth: The development is targeted to boost the state’s annual GDP growth to a rate of 7.5%.
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Job Creation: The project is projected to generate approximately 15,000 to 18,000 direct employment opportunities.
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Governance Framework: Execution is led by a dedicated project management corporation operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of the State Development Corporation.
Spatial Structure
The entire project spans approximately 9,155 acres and is divided into three primary functional areas:
1. Airport City (Aviation & Logistics Sector)
Key elements feature a brand-new international airport, integrated cargo terminals, and a dedicated MRO Centre of Excellence.
2. Business Park (Commercial & Lifestyle Sector)
This area features high-tech parks, business offices, hospitals, residential zones, and entertainment districts.
3. Industrial Hub (Manufacturing Sector)
Operating as a specialized logistics, aerospace, and manufacturing zone, this area centers strictly on high-value aerospace component manufacturing.
Strategic Objectives & Specialized Services
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Regional Cargo Hub: Engineered to handle an array of specialized cargo types, including e-commerce, perishable goods, and pharmaceutical supplies.
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Aerospace Excellence: Fully equipped to provide line and base maintenance services for both commercial and business aviation sectors.
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Specialized Regional Hubs: The site will establish a dedicated northern region hub for religious pilgrimage travel, alongside a multilateral agency natural disaster hub for the ASEAN region.
Investor Requirements & Engagement
Partnership Framework
The State Government is actively seeking a qualified strategic partner to act as the Master Developer under a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) structure.
Financial Commitment
Mandatory investor conditions require demonstrating full funding capability for Phase 1, alongside providing immediate capital for land acquisition and resettlement schemes.
Expense Reimbursement
The incoming partner must complete a reimbursement sum of $6.33 million USD (equivalent to RM 25 million) to the State Government for previously incurred project consultancy expenses.
Operational Acceptance
Partners must strictly adhere to all existing MOUs and accommodate a proposed equity share for the state’s project holding company within the SPV structure.
