Kimlun Corporation Berhad Proposes Key Shareholder Mandates for 2026 AGM

Kimlun Corporation Berhad (KLCB) has released a comprehensive circular to its shareholders, outlining two major proposals to be tabled as Special Business at its upcoming 17th Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for 5 June 2026. These proposals are:

• Proposed Renewal of Shareholders’ Mandate for Recurrent Related Party Transactions of a Revenue or Trading Nature (RRPT Mandate)
• Proposed Renewal of Authority for the Company to Purchase Up to Ten Per Cent (10%) of Its Own Issued Shares (SBB Mandate)

1. Proposed RRPT Mandate – Recurrent Related Party Transactions

Key Highlights:

• The RRPT Mandate seeks shareholders’ approval for the Group to continue entering into recurrent transactions with related parties in the ordinary course of business.
• Scope of Transactions: These include the provision of construction services, rental of properties and land, and provision of landscaping and maintenance services, primarily involving subsidiaries and entities controlled by major shareholders and directors.
• Major Related Parties: Notable related parties include SD (property development), JBE (property rental), SPR (property investment), PWSB (property investment), and MLW (plantation), all of which have significant ownership or family links to KLCB’s Executive Chairman Pang Tin @ Pang Yon Tin and other directors.
• Estimated Transaction Values: The aggregate estimated value of these transactions (for the period between the 2026 and 2027 AGMs) runs into several tens of millions of ringgit. For instance, the estimated contract value for construction services by KLSB to SD alone is RM50 million.
• Procedures and Safeguards: KLCB has established internal controls to ensure that these transactions are conducted at arm’s length, on commercial terms no more favourable than those available to the public, and not detrimental to minority shareholders. The Audit and Risk Management Committee will review all such transactions quarterly, and interested directors will abstain from deliberations and voting.
• Disclosure: Aggregate values and details of related party transactions will be disclosed in the company’s annual report.
• Directors’ and Major Shareholders’ Interests: Several directors and major shareholders (including Pang Tin @ Pang Yon Tin and Pang Khang Hau) are deemed interested and will abstain from voting on the resolution.
• Rationale: The RRPT Mandate is aimed at ensuring operational efficiency and allowing KLCB to pursue time-sensitive business opportunities without repeated shareholder approvals, reducing administrative costs and efforts.

Potential Price-Sensitive and Shareholder-Relevant Points:

• Large-scale recurrent transactions with related parties may raise concerns about potential conflicts of interest and governance, which could affect investor sentiment if not properly managed and disclosed.
• Renewal of this mandate indicates that a significant portion of KLCB’s revenue and trading activities continues to flow through related parties, underscoring the importance of these relationships to the Group’s business.
• Any breach of the arm’s length principle or irregularities in these transactions could be price sensitive, as they may impact the company’s reputation, regulatory compliance, or financial performance.

2. Proposed SBB Mandate – Share Buy-Back Authority

Key Highlights:

• KLCB is seeking approval to purchase up to 10% of its own issued shares on Bursa Malaysia, using internally generated funds and/or external borrowings.
• Quantum: With 388,718,916 issued shares as at the latest practicable date, a maximum of 38,871,800 shares may be bought back, inclusive of treasury shares already held.
• Funding: The maximum funds for this exercise will not exceed the retained profits of the company, which stood at RM83,093,285 as at 31 December 2025. The buy-back may be funded via cash or borrowings, with the company required to satisfy a solvency test prior to any purchase.
• Treatment of Purchased Shares: The shares may be cancelled, retained as treasury shares, distributed as share dividends, resold, transferred for employee share schemes or as consideration for acquisitions, or dealt with in other ways allowed by law.
• Advantages:
  • Potential to stabilise share price and support fundamental value.
  • Flexibility in capital management and possible improvement in earnings per share (EPS) and net assets per share if shares are cancelled.
  • Potential for treasury shares to be used for strategic purposes or distributed as share dividends to reward shareholders.
• Disadvantages:
  • Reduction in available reserves for dividends or other investments.
  • Potential impact on working capital and the company’s ability to pursue other opportunities.
• Shareholding Impact: If the maximum buy-back is executed and all shares are cancelled, major shareholders’ and directors’ percentage interests in KLCB will increase proportionally (e.g., Pang Tin @ Pang Yon Tin’s direct and indirect interest would rise from 8.97% and 33.17% to 9.97% and 36.85% respectively).
• Regulatory Safeguards: The company undertakes not to breach the minimum public shareholding spread requirements. All purchases must be made on Bursa Malaysia only, with immediate disclosure of all transactions.
• Implications for Takeover Code: The Board will ensure that any buy-back does not trigger a mandatory general offer under the Malaysian Code on Take-Overs and Mergers. Should such a situation arise, an exemption will be sought from the Securities Commission, subject to independent shareholder approval.

Potential Price-Sensitive and Shareholder-Relevant Points:

• The share buy-back could potentially enhance shareholder value through EPS accretion and support for the share price, especially if shares are perceived as undervalued.
• Depending on market reaction, active buy-back activity may signal management’s confidence in the company’s prospects, which could be positive for the share price.
• If shares bought back are distributed as share dividends or used for corporate exercises, this could directly benefit shareholders.
• Conversely, aggressive buy-backs funded by borrowings may raise concerns over leverage and future cash flow, especially if market conditions deteriorate.

Other Notable Information

• Material Contracts: In the past two years, KLCB entered into an RM800 million Islamic Sukuk Murabahah Programme agreement and completed the sale of 29 freehold land parcels in Johor for RM55 million. No material litigation was reported as at the latest practicable date.
• Share Price Performance: Over the past 12 months, KLCB’s share price has traded between RM0.805 and RM1.52, with the last traded price at RM0.930.
• Inspection of Documents: Relevant documents, including the Constitution, material contracts, and financial statements, are available for inspection at the company’s registered office for shareholders.

Conclusion and Shareholder Action

Both the RRPT Mandate and SBB Mandate are significant corporate exercises that could impact KLCB’s governance, financial metrics, and share price. Shareholders are advised to review the detailed circulars and consider the potential benefits and risks before voting at the AGM. Any changes to management’s approach, significant related party dealings, or material buy-back activity could be closely watched by the market and may influence KLCB’s share price performance.

Notice of AGM and Proxy Voting

• The 17th AGM will be held at Maharani Hall, Level 1, Impiana Hotel Senai, Johor on Friday, 5 June 2026 at 2.30 p.m.
• Shareholders unable to attend may appoint proxies by submitting forms to Tricor Investor & Issuing House Services or via the Vistra Share Registry portal at https://srmy.vistra.com at least 48 hours before the meeting.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any securities. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult professional advisers before making investment decisions. The information contained herein is based on the company’s official circular and may be subject to change.

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