Hextar World at Empire City is slated to launch in Q4 2025, marking a major milestone in Malaysia’s retail and lifestyle scene. The recent tenant signing ceremony at Empire City brought together key executives, major retailers and business partners to celebrate this exciting development. Managed by Alliance Empire Sdn. Bhd., this visionary project is a collaboration between Alliance Premier Sdn. Bhd., EXSIM Holdings Sdn. Bhd., JT Momentum Sdn. Bhd., and Hextar Healthcare Berhad.
Among the key anchor tenants announced is the Malaysia National Ice Skating Stadium (MYNISS) by Koperasi Industri Sukan Atlet Malaysia Berhad (KOPISAMB), an Olympic- sized venue set to elevate the nation’s winter sports scene. Adding to the excitement is Malaysia’s largest indoor water park, featuring a first-of-its-kind concept, along with Slope Master, the country’s largest indoor ski training facility.
For food and beverage (F&B) enthusiasts, the lineup boasts Luckin Coffee, China’s fastest-growing coffee chain, NOMNOM Food Hall, a digitally integrated dining hub offering a diverse selection of local and international cuisines and Senkyaku Banrai, a Japanese-themed food street delivering authentic culinary experiences. Earnest talks are underway with Metrojaya, the established departmental store, to finalize their participation in the mall.
“We’re thrilled to bring Hextar World to Empire City, a game-changing destination that redefines entertainment, lifestyle, and nightlife in the Klang Valley,” said Dato’ Eddie Ong, Group CEO of Hextar Group. “Strategically located with seamless access to major highways and a thriving community, Hextar World is designed as a vibrant hub where people can shop, dine, and unwind—all in one place. As we move closer to our soft opening in Q4 2025, we look forward to unveiling more exciting brands and experiences that will make Hextar World an iconic destination for locals and visitors alike.
Hextar World: A Lifestyle and Entertainment
Destination Like No Other Hextar World at Empire City is designed as an all-encapsulating lifestyle hub, offering a diverse mix of shopping, dining, and entertainment experiences. Spanning 1.8 million square feet of net lettable area, it is divided into six distinct zones, each catering to a myriad of visitor interests. The development boasts over 600 retail, entertainment, and dining options, including a 28,000-square-foot supermarket for daily essentials and more than 450,000 square feet of entertainment spaces filled with attractions. With 9,100 parking bays, visitors can enjoy a hassle-free experience, ensuring convenience from arrival to departure.
Hextar World features a vibrant High Street façade, inspired by European and American architecture. The covered street mall blends indoor convenience with an outdoor ambiance, while a tram provides connectivity along High Street on the ground floor. Complementing its entertainment and lifestyle offerings, Senkyaku Banrai is a Japanese-themed food street featuring a selection of restaurants, including Yakiniku Tenshin, Tsukiji Sushi, Wagyu and Rice, and Hut Sake Bar, offering visitors a diverse range of traditional and contemporary Japanese flavours.
Additional highlights such as a bowling centre, a sports and bar street, and immersive edutainment experiences ensure that there’s something for everyone.
As the retail and lifestyle heart of Empire City, Hextar World is surrounded by a vibrant mix of developments, including six commercial suite towers, four office towers, two hospitality towers and three hotels. It is well-connected to 18 affluent townships within a 10km radius and enjoys direct access to major highways, including Lebuhraya Damansara-Puchong (LDP) and Penchala Link via Sprint Highway, ensuring convenience for work, leisure, and daily needs.
Strategic Partners Driving Hextar World’s Success
Hextar World at Empire City is backed by industry leaders, each bringing expertise to this landmark development. Hextar Healthcare Berhad drives advancements in diagnostics and wellness solutions, while EXSIM Holdings is wholly owned by shareholders Lim Aik Hoe, Lim Aik Kiat, and Lim Aik Fu, who are also shareholders of EXSIM Development Sdn Bhd (EXSIM).
Established in 2008, EXSIM redefines urban living by crafting spaces that seamlessly integrate modern architecture with sustainable living. JT Momentum, owned by Datuk Jackson Tan Kak Seng, also Managing Director of Binastra Corporation Berhad, focuses on quality craftsmanship, sustainable development and construction.
Alliance Premier brings financial expertise and capital management. Together, these industry leaders ensure Hextar World’s lasting impact.
The Exploratorium: A New Experience Every Visit
Beyond its scale and offerings, Hextar World introduces "The Exploratorium" — a concept that enhances traditional shopping experiences. Built around four key pillars, it fosters Discovery & Innovation with emerging brands and technology showcases, nurtures Connection; Community with social spaces like co-working areas and cafés, delivers Entertainment; Adventure through an indoor water park, cinemas, and live performances, and promotes Wellness; Active Living with fitness facilities, spas, and recreation spaces.
Following the signing event, Hextar World is steadily progressing toward its highly anticipated Q4 2025 launch. Retailers, investors, and media partners are invited to be part of this groundbreaking development. For leasing inquiries, media opportunities, and partnership discussions, please contact: info@hextarworld.com.my or leasing@hextarworld.com.my
