13 January 2023, Petaling Jaya: It is with deep sorrow that we formally record the passing of our Chairman, Tan Sri Azlan Zainol. Tan Sri Azlan passed away at 2.40 pm on 12 January 2023 at the age of 72 years old at a private hospital in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. He is survived by his wife, Puan Sri Laili Hassan, 4 children and 6 grandchildren. 

Allahyarham Tan Sri Azlan was one of the founding members of ALR and his leadership and vast experience were instrumental to the successful completion of the issuance of ALR’s RM5.5 billion in nominal value AAA-rated Senior Sustainable and Responsible Investment Sukuk Murabahah, as well as the ensuing completion ALR’s acquisition of the four highway toll concessionaires, those being Lingkaran Trans Kota Sdn Bhd, Sistem Penyuraian Trafik KL Barat Sdn Bhd, KESAS Sdn Bhd. and Syarikat Mengurus Air Banjir dan Terowong Sdn Bhd.

The Board, management and staff of the ALR group of companies would like to especially recognise the immeasurable contributions Allahyarham Tan Sri Azlan has made to the group. Allahyarham Tan Sri Azlan will be fondly remembered as a highly ethical and assertive leader who was generous with his knowledge and advice.

We extend our deepest sympathies and condolences to Allahyarham Tan Sri Azlan’s family during this difficult time.