Our Journey

Company History

Four decades of building, growing, and creating value across Malaysia and beyond.

1983

DKLS Construction Sdn Bhd established

Founded as a professional construction company led by civil and structural engineers, registering as a Grade G7 CIDB contractor.

1990

Property Development division launched

Leveraging construction expertise, DKLS entered property development — establishing DKLS Development Sdn Bhd and DKLS Premierhome Sdn Bhd.

1995

DKLS Industries Berhad incorporated

The holding company was formally incorporated, consolidating the group's diversified business activities.

1996

Listed on KLSE Second Board

DKLS achieved its first public listing on the Second Board of Kuala Lumpur Stock Exchange, enabling capital expansion.

2001

Upgraded to KLSE Main Board

Reflecting sustained growth and financial strength, DKLS was upgraded to the Main Board of Bursa Malaysia.

2005

Quarry & Premix expansion

DKLS Quarry & Premix Sdn Bhd expanded operations across multiple sites in Perak and Kedah, supplying granite aggregates, asphaltic concrete, and ready-mix.

2012

Acquired Tower 8, Bangsar South

DKLS Equity Sdn Bhd acquired Tower 8 at Avenue 5, Bangsar South City — a 14-storey boutique office building in Kuala Lumpur.

2015+

International expansion: Laos

DKLS Clearwater Sdn Bhd established a 70% equity joint venture in SAVAN-DKLS Water Supply Co. Ltd., managing water distribution in Savannakhet Province, Laos.

2021

High Qlassic Achievement Award

DKLS Construction received recognition for outstanding quality in the upgrade and refurbishment of Parliament Building Phase 3B.

2023

The Edge Centurion Award

Recognised by The Edge Malaysia as one of the top-performing listed companies for consistent earnings growth.