BATU KAWAN, February 6 — Klippa Shopping Centre in Penang is forging ahead with its expansion, commencing the construction of Decathlon’s new flagship store and introducing the Soccer Experience @ Klippa Batu Kawan, Powered by IKEA. The groundbreaking ceremony for Decathlon’s 20,000 sq. ft. store, representing a RM 20 million investment, unfolded two weeks ago. This milestone signifies Decathlon’s second store in Penang and its first foothold on the mainland of North Malaysia.
Simultaneously, Klippa unveils the Soccer Experience, covering approximately 170,000 sq. ft., featuring two football pitches, a clubhouse, and various facilities. Both initiatives align with Ikano Centres’ strategy to promote a healthy lifestyle within North Malaysian communities. Arnoud Bakker, Commercial Director of Ikano Centres, expresses enthusiasm for this development phase, underscoring its commitment to meeting the needs of Batu Kawan’s rapidly growing community. Jiao Li, CEO of Decathlon Malaysia, highlights the shared dedication to enriching the sports experience for the community.
Klippa’s phased development approach, with a 99% occupancy rate in initial phases, focuses on creating offerings that resonate with the community’s needs, enhancing Klippa Shopping Centre as a destination for meaningful connections. The overall mixed-use development spans 51 acres, including 800,000 sq. ft. of additional shopping centre space and plans for approximately 4,000 to 4,500 residential units. The completion is projected over 6 to 9 years, with a Gross Development Value estimated between RM2 to RM2.5 billion.*
