“Tropicana launches Skypark Kepler at LIDO Waterfront in Johor, its first branded residence with Banyan Group. Premium units from RM580,000, featuring 5G, EV charging, and green tech.”
Kuala Lumpur, 03rd July 2025, 02.20pm – Tropicana Corporation Bhd officially unveiled Skypark Kepler, its first-ever branded residential development, at a launch ceremony held Wednesday at LIDO Waterfront Boulevard (LIDO). The event also marked the debut of three designer show units and an upgraded property gallery, reinforcing the group’s commitment to luxury living in Johor’s southern corridor.
Developed in strategic partnership with the Banyan Group, the internationally renowned hospitality brand, Skypark Kepler is positioned as the flagship residential offering within the LIDO master plan—envisioned as a future waterfront metropolis for Johor.
Tailored Financing with MBSB Bank
To make premium homeownership more accessible, Tropicana has teamed up with MBSB Bank to offer exclusive home financing packages for eligible buyers. The scheme includes loan tenures of up to 35 years, with preferential interest rates specifically for Skypark Kepler purchasers.
“This collaboration reflects our mission to empower more Malaysians with flexible, tailored financial solutions,” said Usman Ghouse, MBSB Bank’s Group Chief Consumer Banking Officer.
Smart, Sustainable Urban Living
Sustainability and technology are key pillars of the development. Skypark Kepler is equipped with:
- Electric vehicle (EV) charging stations
- Energy- and water-efficient fittings
- Rainwater harvesting systems
- Low heat-emission window glazing
- Smart-home automation and 5G infrastructure
These features align with Tropicana’s green building vision and aim to support future-ready lifestyles.
Project Overview: Design Meets Connectivity
The integrated development will feature two 54-storey towers housing 1,596 designer units ranging from 463 to 807 sq ft. Units are fully or semi-furnished, featuring branded fittings from Samsung and Kohler, with prices starting at RM580,000.
Strategically located within 5km of the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) link, Skypark Kepler also boasts:
- A 2.5km coastal boardwalk
- A 32-acre green park
- Multi-tiered security system
Strong Global Partnerships
Speaking at the launch, Ixora Ang, Tropicana’s Managing Director of Marketing, Sales and Business Development, highlighted the strategic vision behind the project.
“LIDO has been years in the making, designed to become Johor’s future metropolis. With trusted global partners like Banyan Group, CSCEC, Samsung, Kohler, and Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), we’re confident in delivering world-class residential offerings,” she said.
Skypark Kepler reinforces Tropicana’s growing footprint in southern Malaysia and signals its long-term commitment to urban transformation, sustainable living, and cross-border investment appeal.
