Pioneering SMART Eco-Development and
Sustainable Living Solutions

About Us

The ARK Group (TAG) stands as a pioneering force in SMART Sustainable Community Development, leveraging technology to create innovative and sustainable living solutions for the future.

Our steadfast commitment revolves around the core principles of:

In Support of:

 

The Ark's

Vision & Mission

Vision

Our vision is to revolutionize urban living and hospitality landscapes, integrating advanced SMART technologies and sustainable design practices. This vision seeks to establish a balanced and harmonious relationship between modern amenities, ecological stewardship, and community well-being.

Mission

At TAG, our mission is to lead in SMART development, enriching lives through exceptional projects that prioritize sustainability, technological innovation, and the holistic well-being of communities.

Innovation

TAG is dedicated to adhering to UN sustainability protocols and shaping the future through SMART Development Projects. Our expertise spans SMART cities, SMART farming, Eco Resorts, and more. Embracing cutting-edge technologies, we aim to foster transformative and sustainable progress, emphasizing the harmonious coexistence of humanity and the environment.

Our Clients

We are proud to include a diverse group of companies as part of our organization, each contributing to our collective mission of sustainable development and innovation. Our strong network showcases our shared commitment to excellence. Together, we leverage our combined expertise and resources to drive forward-thinking solutions and create lasting impact.

The VisionarIes

Our team possesses the full spectrum of expertise, from SMART farming to sustainable building and automation, to drive a SMART eco city project that aligns perfectly with SMART goals - Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.

Ir. T. Prabakaran

CTO

Andy Qi

CBDO

Nicholas Gan

CDO

Arez Ezman

CSO

Testimonial

What Our Clients Says

Our Awards

Awards That We Have

2016

Interior Space and Exhibition Design

Shortlist (3 Finalist among 400 entries)

2015

Architecture, Building Structure Design

Special Prize of the Jury (2nd Prize)

2014

Furniture, Decorative Homeward Design

Merit Award (among 590 entries)

2013

Graphics and Visual Communication Design

Honorable Mention

CT Chua

Chief Executive Officer

CT is a jack of all trades with a 25-year career in areas ranging from internal audit to providing business solutions in all respects.

She is also a strong proponent of the farm-to-table movement in Malaysia. She is a founding member of Kebun Republik, a pioneer of the smart farming concept in Langkawi.

Professional Memberships:

Chartered Accountant (Australia), Chartered Accountant (Malaysia) Institute of Internal Auditors (Singapore), Institute of Internal Auditors (Malaysia)

Past Experience and Clients:

  • Financial Audit and Due Diligence for large Malaysian corporations including Berjaya Group, Ambank Group and United Plantations Bhd

  • Risk Advisory and Process Flow Design & Documentation in Malaysia for Acmar International Group, LCL Corporation Bhd, Wawasan TKH Holdings Bhd and Kia Lim Bhd

  • Risk Advisory and Process Flow Design & Documentation for many companies in Singapore and China

Dennis Choy

Chief Operating Officer

Dennis has spent 27 years honing his skills in workplace ergonomics and is a specialist in creating agile work environments. He provides smart locker solutions as well as cutting edge security systems to keep the workplace safe and secure. Dennis is an Industry Partner of the Malaysian Institute of Interior Designers.

Past Experience and Clients:

Malaysia
Project Strategist and Managing Director for the provision of workstations and smart locker solutions for Tenaga Nasional Bhd, Digital Nasional Bhd, Pos Malaysia and Maybank Investment Banking Bhd

OVERSEAS
Managing Director for the following projects:
 
  • India – Installation of workstations for Ericsson’s Bangalore Campus and Ernst & Young’s Chennai office
  • Australia – Technology Mounting Solutions for Qantas’ Sydney Campus and International Logistics Services Australia
  • Philippines – Smart Lockers for ING Insurance and Technology Mounting Solutions for QBE Manila and Cebu

Cerby Wong

Chief Financial Officer

Cerby has career experience spanning over 15 years in both internal audit and financial audit with a diverse portfolio of public listed companies. Her familiarity with risk management, corporate governance, financial due diligence and valuation is an asset to the team.

Past Experience and Clients:

  • Engaged in operational audit, risk advisory, and corporate governance compliant review.

  • Developed standard operating procedures for companies in Singapore and Malaysia.

  • Worked with listed companies in various industries across China, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East.

  • Experience includes manufacturing, trading, water project management, oil and gas project management, IT solutions, medical services, tourism, and more.

  • Conducted financial due diligence and company valuation exercises for manufacturing, project management, and trading industries.

Ir. T. Prabakaran

Chief Technical Officer

Ir. Praba has 30 years’ experience as an engineer specialising in the power generation and transmission field. He has handled large scale projects both in Malaysia and overseas, covering power generation from both fossil fuels and renewable energy sources. Ir. Praba is a Registered Chartered Engineer with IET, UK and a Registered Professional Engineer with BEM, Malaysia.

Past Experience and Clients:

MALAYSIA

  • Project Engineer for Mudajaya 48MW Solar Farm Project Sg Siput 132kV
  • Cypark 8MW Solar Farm Project Ladang Tanah Merah 33KV
  • Cypark 3MW Solar Farm Project Jelebu 11kV
  • Cypark 0.5MW Solar Farm Project Pengkalan Hulu 11KV
  • Interconnection 360MW HydroDon Sahong Power Plant
  • Laos.230KV
  • Edra 50MW Solar Farm Project Kuala Kertil 132kV
  • Sarawak Energy 2 x 300MW Balingian Coal-fired Power Plant 500kV 
  • EV Charger Station project

OVERSEAS

  • Project Engineer for power substations in Kenya, Ghana, Mali, Cambodia and Laos

Andy Qi

Chief Business Development Officer

Andy has over 10 years’ experience in internal audit and risk advisory work for public listed companies in Malaysia, Singapore and China. He has also spent over 10 years in consultancy for business development and operations, corporate trading, export, import and business partner sourcing.

Past Experience and Clients:

  • Established and managed a Car Detailing business, Genting Eggventure Land, and an EV Charger business in Malaysia.

  • Engaged in operational audit, risk advisory, and corporate governance compliant review.

  • Developed standard operating procedures for companies in Singapore and Malaysia.

  • Worked with listed companies in various industries across China, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East.

  • Experience includes manufacturing, trading, water project management, oil and gas project management, IT solutions, medical services, tourism, and more.

  • Conducted financial due diligence and company valuation exercises for manufacturing, project management, and trading industries.

Nicholas Gan

Chief Development Officer

Nicholas has 25 years of experience in the interior design space, specialising in commercial and retail design and build work.

He has advised on several large scale projects within Malaysia and is committed to creating innovative and visually-appealing yet practical solutions.

Past Experience and Clients:

  • Design Consultancy for Standard Chartered Bank’s branches in Desa Park City and Kota Kinabalu, and for U Mobile’s office at Berjaya Times Square

  • Design & Build works for BAT Regional Office in Damansara Heights and Star Media Group’s sales gallery at Star Media Hub, Bukit Jelutong

  • Interior Upgrading works for Allianz Life Insurance Malaysia Bhd

  • Design & Build upgrading works for BMW Malaysia’s corporate office in Cyberjaya

  • Interior fit-out works for Santan’s F&B outlet in Wangsa Walk

  • Interior Design & Fit Out Works for Hap Seng Star Sdn Bhd’s new corporate office at Menara Hap Seng

  • Interior Design & Build works for Petron Malaysia’s new corporate office and upgrading of existing oil palm plantation office

Arez Ezman

Chief Strategy Officer

Arez has spent 24 years building his reputation as a branding expert and he is recognised as a Registered Industry Expert by the Ministry of Human Resources of Malaysia and is the Vice President of the International Council of Design (ICoD) 2022-2024.

He is adept at crafting brand strategies, corporate identities, and building a social media presence.

Past Experience and Clients:

  • Designed Malaysia’s very first website (malaysia.my) back in 2015 for the Prime Minister’s Office under the 10th Malaysia Plan (RM-10) towards national digitalization.

  • Coordinated and designed a national design campaign and it’s events (Rekanegaraku) to uplift the design industry towards global standards.

  • Rebranded Johor Corporation ((JCORP)) in conjunction with their 50th Anniversary.

  • Designed the official Made Design Festival branding for the Malaysia Design Council (MRM).

  • Developed a National Branding Standard together with SIRIM and the Malaysia Design Council (MRM) towards ISO certification.

  • Developed the National Standard for Graphic Design through the National Occupational Skill Standards (NOSS) and Occupational Analysis (OA) under the Ministry of Human Resources Malaysia (MOHR).