YTL Corporation

Information about YTL Corporation

Founded in 1955 by Yeoh Tiong Lay, YTL Corporation Berhad has evolved from a modest construction firm into a leading integrated infrastructure developer in Malaysia. The company’s core businesses encompass a wide range of sectors, including utilities, construction, cement and building materials, property development and investment, hotel development and management, and management services. This diversification has enabled YTL to establish a robust presence both domestically and internationally.

YTL’s international footprint spans several countries, with significant operations in Singapore, the United Kingdom, Australia, France, Indonesia, Japan, Jordan, the Netherlands, Thailand, and Vietnam. The company’s global expansion reflects its strategic vision and commitment to leveraging opportunities beyond its home market. In recognition of its substantial market capitalization, YTL is listed on Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad and is one of the 30 component companies of the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI, the stock exchange’s primary benchmark index.

In recent developments, YTL has committed £4 billion to the development of a new town in Bristol, United Kingdom, named Brabazon. This ambitious project includes plans for 6,500 homes, three schools, three hotels, an entertainment arena, a retirement village, and a new railway station. The initiative is expected to create approximately 30,000 jobs across the UK over the next five years, underscoring YTL’s ongoing commitment to significant international investments and contributions to local economies.