Malaysia’s landmark skyscraper, Menara Merdeka 118, has achieved another significant milestone on the international stage after securing two World Gold awards at the prestigious FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence Awards 2026. The iconic development was recognised in both the Office and Sustainable Development categories, further cementing its position as one of the world’s most outstanding real estate projects.
The awards were presented during the 76th FIABCI World Real Estate Congress held in Vienna, Austria, where leading developments from across the globe competed for top honours. Widely regarded as one of the real estate industry’s highest accolades, the FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence Awards celebrate excellence in design, innovation, sustainability and overall impact on the built environment.
The international recognition follows Menara Merdeka 118’s success at the FIABCI Malaysia Property Awards 2025, where it also emerged as the winner in the Office and Sustainable Development categories. The latest achievement highlights the development’s ability to meet and exceed global standards in modern real estate development.
Chief Executive Officer of PNB Merdeka Ventures Sdn. Berhad, Datuk Ir. Ts. Izwan Ibrahim, described the double victory as a testament to the vision behind Menara Merdeka 118. He noted that the tower reflects Malaysia’s rich heritage while embracing innovation and sustainability, creating a development that serves as a source of national pride and international recognition.
Standing at an impressive height of 678.9 metres, Menara Merdeka 118 is currently the tallest building in Malaysia and Southeast Asia, as well as the second tallest building in the world. Located within a 40-acre integrated precinct in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, the tower has become a defining feature of the city’s skyline and a symbol of Malaysia’s aspirations on the global stage.
Beyond its architectural prominence, Menara Merdeka 118 has earned widespread recognition for its sustainability initiatives, heritage-led placemaking approach and commitment to creating a future-ready urban destination. The development seamlessly combines world-class design, connectivity and operational excellence while contributing to economic growth, community development and long-term value creation.
This year’s FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence Awards attracted notable developments from around the world across 16 categories. Winners were evaluated based on comprehensive criteria including concept, architecture, sustainability, social impact and heritage value, demonstrating that excellence extends far beyond physical scale and aesthetics.
The dual World Gold triumph reinforces Menara Merdeka 118’s status as a globally acclaimed development and highlights Malaysia’s growing reputation for delivering innovative, sustainable and world-class real estate projects that can compete with the very best internationally.
