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HSS builds momentum on RM2.2bil order book

KUALA LUMPUR: HSS Engineers Bhd remains positive on the infrastructure outlook in Malaysia, particularly across transportation and rail, water, ports and renewable energy, where HSS Engineers has established capabilities and a strong track record.

HSS builds momentum on RM2.2bil order book

KUALA LUMPUR - HSS Engineers Bhd maintains optimism about Malaysia's infrastructure sector, particularly in transportation, rail, water, ports, and renewable energy, where the company has expertise and a strong history. Tan Sri Kuna Sittampalam, executive vice chairman, highlighted the company's strategy of expanding its regional footprint and developing advanced capabilities in digitalization, AI, and other technology-driven engineering services.

As of June 30, 2026, HSS Engineers has a substantial RM2.2 billion order book, along with an active tender pipeline worth RM480 million. The company's six-month performance saw pre-tax profit grow by 26.6% year-on-year to RM14.9 million, with profit attributable to owners increasing 29.8% to RM10.6 million. Revenue reached RM101 million, demonstrating the company's ability to generate strong earnings during different project phases.

Momentum continued in the second quarter of FY26, with revenue up 19.4% and pre-tax profit surging 68.7%. Project management contributed about 80% to revenue, while engineering design and construction supervision accounted for 13.1% and 6.5%, respectively. Sittampalam noted that HSS Engineers is well-positioned to capitalize on Malaysia's ongoing infrastructure growth while expanding its presence in India, the Philippines, Indonesia, Cambodia, and Bangladesh.

The company's primary focus is on strengthening earnings, securing quality new orders, and creating long-term value for shareholders.

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