“9,375 participants have completed BIM training via CIDB and myBIM platforms, supporting digital transformation in Malaysia’s construction sector under the 13th Malaysia Plan.”
Kuala Lumpur, 12th February 2026, 05.30pm – A total of 9,375 participants nationwide have completed Building Information Modelling (BIM) training through platforms such as the myBIM Centre and the myBIM Satellite network, as Malaysia accelerates digital transformation in the construction sector.
Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the figure includes participants who underwent phased BIM training programmes conducted by the Construction Industry Development Board Malaysia (CIDB). The initiative supports the adoption of digital tools and modern construction technologies across the industry.
He noted that under the 13th Malaysia Plan (2026–2030), the government has allocated more than RM430 billion for development programmes and projects, including infrastructure and construction. Technologies such as the Industrialised Building System (IBS) and BIM have been identified as key enablers to improve productivity, speed up project delivery and reduce construction costs and material wastage.
Speaking at the launch of the Persatuan Kontraktor Bumiputera Malaysia (PKBM) myBIM Satellite Centre, Nanta described BIM as an integrated approach that enhances planning, coordination and project management throughout the construction lifecycle. He said BIM enables early identification of technical issues, helping to minimise delays, cost overruns and rework while improving quality and efficiency.
The construction sector is projected to be a key contributor to national economic growth under the 13th Malaysia Plan, with an average annual growth target of about 5%. Nanta stressed that achieving this target will depend on wider adoption of efficient, technology-driven work practices across the industry.
Acknowledging the challenges faced by local contractors, particularly small and medium-sized firms, in adapting to new technologies, he said capacity-building efforts must be implemented in a structured and inclusive manner. CIDB Malaysia will continue to play a central role in shaping policies, developing training modules and promoting best practices to support industry transformation.
He added that sustained collaboration between the government, training institutions, industry associations and private sector players will be crucial to ensure the construction industry’s digital transformation is implemented comprehensively and effectively.
