Mapletree Starts Third Property Project In China

Mapletree Expands China Presence with $320M Guangdong Project

Mapletree, the renowned property investment arm of Singapore's state-owned Temasek Holdings, announced a significant expansion of its China portfolio on Monday. The company's private real estate fund, Mapletree India-China Fund (MIC Fund), is set to develop a substantial property in China's Guangdong Province, valued at approximately US$320 million.

Investment Overview

  • Location: Nanhai district, Foshan city, Guangdong Province
  • Project Timeline: Expected completion within 5-8 years
  • Funding Partners:
    1. Mapletree India-China Fund - 80% stake
    2. Guangzhou Southern-Donald Scientific Technology Co - 20% stake

Strategic Context

This high-profile investment marks MIC Fund's third foray into the Chinese market, following successful engagements in:

  1. Residential Development in Xi’an
  2. Acquisition of an Office Building in Beijing
  3. Now, the Guangdong Province Mixed-Use Project

The collaboration with Guangzhou Southern-Donald Scientific Technology Co underscores Mapletree's commitment to strategic partnerships, leveraging local expertise to navigate the dynamic Chinese real estate landscape.