VCI Global Limited Proposes Acquisition of Resort Properties in Bali and Phuket

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VCI Global Limited announces intent to acquire leasing rights of Impiana Private Villas Cemagi and Impiana Private Villas Kata Noi in Bali and Phuket respectively.

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• The acquisitions are strategic investments with bright prospects for good returns on investment.
• Thailand's hospitality industry is expected to reach USD$19 billion by 2028 with a 5-year compound average growth rate of almost 30%.
• Phuket has already surpassed pre-Covid tourist arrival levels and is expected to see further growth in 2023.
• The expansion of Phuket International Airport will lead to higher occupancy rates and increased revenue for the local tourism industry.
• Indonesia's travel and tourism sector is expected to experience a compound annual growth rate of 6% to 8%, benefiting Bali as the focal point of the thriving tourism sector.

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KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Oct. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VCI Global Limited (NASDAQ: VCIG) (“VCI Global”, or the “Company”) has entered into a letter of intent to acquire the leasing rights of Impiana Private Villas Cemagi, Bali and Impiana Private Villas Kata Noi, Phuket from Impiana Sdn Bhd, through its subsidiary, V Capital Real Estate Sdn Bhd.

Impiana Private Villas Cemagi comprises 6 villas covering over 604 sq m, which accounts for only 8% of its total land area, providing opportunity for future expansion when required. Impiana Private Villas Kata Noi in turn has 11 villas covering 1,105 sq m, covering less than 40% of its land area.

Growth potential at these two internationally renowned tourism hotspots is astounding. Thailand’s hospitality industry is expected to reach USD$19 billion by 2028, giving a 5-year compound average growth rate of almost 30%. For Phuket itself, the 9.2 million tourist arrivals in 2022 have surpassed pre-Covid levels. Nevertheless, arrivals are expected to surge further with an anticipated 30% growth to 12 million in 2023. The Thailand government has already implemented developments of supporting infrastructures to cater for this surge in arrivals such as the expansion of Phuket International Airport. Upon completion of the expansion by 2027, the airport will be able to handle 18 million passengers annually. All these will lead to higher occupancy rates and increased revenue for the local tourism industry.

Market research organisations have valued Indonesia’s travel and tourism sector at US$7.5 billion to US$8.0 billion in 2023, increasing to between US$10 billion to US$11 billion by 2027. This implies the sector is expected to experience a compound annual growth rate of 6% to 8%. With the largest segment of this sector being the hotels market, accounting for US$4.3 billion in 2023, such anticipated high growth will undoubtedly benefit Bali, being Indonesia’s thriving tourism sector’s focal point. Bali itself contributes approximately 20% of Indonesia’s total accommodation offerings.

“The acquisitions of Impiana Cemagi and Impiana Kata Noi are strategic investments. The bright prospects basically guarantee good returns on our investment. To optimise the potential value of these two resort properties, we intend to redevelop Impiana Cemagi while Impiana Kata Noi will be refurbished through V Capital Real Estate. More importantly, this is in line with our plans to seek more opportunities in the hospitality segment within the Southeast Asia region, following our recent partnership with YY Group Holding Limited,” said Dato’ Victor Hoo, Group Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of VCI Global.

About VCI Global Limited

VCI Global is a multi-disciplinary consulting group with key advisory practices in the areas of business and technology. The Company provides business and boardroom strategy services, investor relation services, and technology consultancy services. Its clients range from small-medium enterprises and government-linked agencies to publicly traded companies across a broad array of industries. VCI Global operates solely in Malaysia, with clients predominantly from Malaysia, but also serves some clients from China, Singapore, and the US.

For more information on the Company, please log on to https://v-capital.co/.

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FAQ

What properties is VCI Global acquiring?

VCI Global is acquiring the leasing rights of Impiana Private Villas Cemagi in Bali and Impiana Private Villas Kata Noi in Phuket.

What is the expected growth rate of Thailand's hospitality industry?

Thailand's hospitality industry is expected to have a 5-year compound average growth rate of almost 30% and reach USD$19 billion by 2028.

What is the expected tourist arrival growth in Phuket?

Tourist arrivals in Phuket are expected to grow by 30% to 12 million in 2023.

What infrastructure developments are being implemented in Phuket?

The expansion of Phuket International Airport is being implemented to cater to the surge in tourist arrivals.

What is the expected growth rate of Indonesia's travel and tourism sector?

Indonesia's travel and tourism sector is expected to have a compound annual growth rate of 6% to 8%.