The Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) has presented WCT Bhd with the Contractor of The Year Award during the Malaysian Construction Industry Excellence Awards 2010 (MCIEA 2010) last night.
WCT is a well-known name in the global construction market. Its mega projects abroad include the Abu Dhabi F1 Circuit, the New Doha International Airport, Bahrain City Centre, the Bahrain International F1 Circuit and Platinum Plaza in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam.
"The group has reached the far shores of development, literally and metaphorically, making it an icon to the Malaysian construction industry," CIDB said in a statement.
The group, along with Sunway Construction Sdn Bhd and ShinEversendai Engineering (M) Sdn Bhd were also presented the International Achievement Award - Special Mention which honours the achievement of Malaysian contractors registered with CIDB for their outstanding and credible recognition in overseas construction venture.
WCT adviser Chua Siow Leng was presented the Prominent Player Award to recognise his more than two decades of contribution towards the betterment of the industry.
CIDB has named property developer Ireka Corp Bhd founder Lai Siew Wah as Chief Executive Officer of the Year.
Putra Perdana Construction Sdn Bhd was also recognised for its Energy Commission diamond building, bringing home the Innovation Award.
By Business Times
