Kuala Lumpur is seeing strong growth in its warehousing and logistics infrastructure, driven by both domestic demand and international supply chain shifts. In Greater KL, there are currently ~55.3 million square feet of warehousing/logistics space available, particularly concentrated in Klang and Shah Alam, which together account for about 80% of the market share due to their strategic proximity to Port Klang and Kuala Lumpur International Airport. New supply is also coming: about 11.28 million square feet is projected into the market by 2027. Firms like Tasco are investing heavily (RM400 million+ through to 2026) to expand capacity. In parallel, Singapore remains a premium benchmark, with its logistics & warehousing market valued at SGD 10.8 billion in 2023, driven by high container throughput (37+ million TEUs), enduring port infrastructure strength, and strong adoption of automation, AI, and fulfilment centres.

These trends create large business opportunities for a wide range of stakeholders. In KL and Malaysia, there’s demand from 3PLs, e-commerce, FMCG, pharmaceuticals, and cold chain users for high-quality, sustainable, well-connected warehouse facilities. Developers and investors can benefit from low vacancy rates and rising rents, especially as modern warehousing space becomes scarcer. Operational suppliers—automation tech, robotics, AI-based inventory systems—can play a big role. In Singapore, similarly, there’s opportunity in creating smart logistics hubs, last-mile fulfilment infrastructure, cold chain, sustainable warehouses, and digital inventory management solutions. For companies that can offer scalable, reliable and ESG-compliant warehousing operations, this region represents a dynamic growth frontier.

In this fast-evolving landscape, effective and efficient warehouse and inventory management operations are essential to sustaining competitiveness and reliability. As supply chains become more complex and customer expectations rise, businesses must ensure precision, speed, and visibility across every stage of their logistics network. Join the Warehousing and Inventory Management Congress by Trueventus. gain cutting-edge insights into the technologies, strategies, and innovations shaping the future of warehousing and inventory management across Southeast Asia. With markets like Kuala Lumpur and Singapore expanding rapidly, attendees can position their organizations to capitalize on rising demand for modern, automated, and sustainable warehouse solutions across multiple high-growth sectors.

Modula is a distinguished Italian brand specializing in the manufacturing, research, and development of Vertical Lift machines since 1987. Modula South East Pte Ltd serves the Southeast Asia region, including Taiwan and Hong Kong, and is part of the Modula APAC headquarters in Suzhou, China. Notably, we are the only global Vertical Lift Manufacturer (VLM) with a production facility located in the APAC Region, enhancing our ability to provide shorter lead and turnaround times, thereby minimizing potential downtime.

Our global presence encompasses three advanced manufacturing facilities: a flagship mega plant in Reggio Emilia, Italy; a production plant in Ohio, USA for the American market; and a dedicated site in Suzhou, China, specifically for the Asian market. All facilities are designed in accordance with Industry 4.0 principles and are certified to ISO standards, ensuring impeccable quality in production.

The Suzhou facility is capable of producing up to 1,000 machines annually, utilizing state-of-the-art Italian production technology and holding TUV Rheinland certification for manufacturing excellence.

Established in Singapore since 2020, Modula South East Pte Ltd features a showroom located at 100G Pasir Panjang Road #01-12 Interlocal Center, Singapore 118523. This showroom displays our machines in actual use and stores essential spare parts tailored for the region.

To provide customers with peace of mind, Modula South East Pte Ltd has a dedicated team of technical experts who travel across the region to deliver service, training, and software support. In Singapore alone, we have at least 12 authorized technicians strategically positioned across the island, ensuring prompt assistance and support.