Since 1984, the growth of Berjaya has shaped the local economy in Malaysia. Starting as a humble steel wire maker, the company slowly shifted gears into a group that controls a huge chunk of our retail and gaming sectors. Most of us interact with their brands every single day without even thinking about it.
Grabbing your morning coffee at Starbucks Malaysia or buying a late-night snack from 7-Eleven Malaysia means you are stepping into a space they manage. Moving past daily needs, they also handle luxury car sales through H.R. Owen and run a highly active lottery network via Sports Toto.
When it is time for a family holiday, many locals choose to book a stay at Berjaya Hotels & Resorts. As they expand across Asia, the company continues to put real effort into green initiatives, proving they care about the environment too.
Timeline Description 1995 to 1997 Mutiara Telecommunications received investment from Vincent Tan, with Swisscom as a strategic partner. The business focused on prepaid services but
Timeline Description 2005 Borders opened a flagship store at Berjaya Times Square, spanning about 60,000 square feet. It became one of the largest Borders outlets
Timeline Description 1985 Prudential Assurance Malaysia was established as a joint venture between Prudential plc and Berjaya Corporation Berhad. 1990 to 1999 Expanded rapidly alongside
Timeline Description Early 1990s Malaysia opened its mobile telecommunications sector, shifting from analog to GSM networks. Vincent Tan Chee Yioun entered the industry early using
Timeline Description 1994 Kenny Rogers Roasters entered Malaysia via a franchise secured by Berjaya Corporation. Operations were managed under Berjaya Roasters, focusing on mall-based expansion.
Timeline Description 1969 Sports Toto was established by the Malaysian government as a national lottery operator. It later became the foundation of Berjaya’s early cash
Timeline Description 1986 7-Eleven Malaysia entered via licensing between Antah Holdings and Jardine Matheson. 2001 to 2004 Acquired by Vincent Tan and injected into listed
Timeline Description 1979 Al Chuah founded Cosway in Kuala Lumpur, introducing a scalable direct selling model. 1994 Berjaya Corporation Berhad acquired an 80% stake and
Timeline Description 1969 The Malaysian government established STM Lottery to operate Toto betting under the Pool Betting Act 1967. The objective was to fund sports
Timeline Description 1985 Berjaya Group acquired a 48% stake in Singer Malaysia, becoming a key shareholder. This marked its formal entry into electrical retail. 1989