SEREMBAN, Malaysia – IJM Land Berhad’s annual flagship event, the IJM Land Half Marathon 2025, has concluded with a resounding success, drawing a record 12,000 participants. The 11th edition of the run was a dual celebration, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of the Seremban 2 township, where the event was held at Dataran Centrio.
The marathon’s theme, “Seremban 2 – 30 Years of Connecting Lives, Shaping Futures,” echoed the run’s own tagline, “Run Together, Bond Stronger,” emphasizing the shared values of community development, healthy living, and charitable giving.
The event was officiated by YAB Dato’ Seri Utama Haji Aminuddin Bin Haji Harun, Menteri Besar of Negeri Sembilan, and Yang Berbahagia Datuk Ir. Ts. Haji Masri Baharuddin, Datuk Bandar of Majlis Bandaraya Seremban (MBS). Datuk Chai Kian Soon, Chief Operating Officer of IJM Land Berhad, highlighted the significance of the two milestones converging. “As we reflect on three decades of Seremban 2’s growth alongside our marathon’s evolution, we see how sports and community development go hand-in-hand,” he said. “The enthusiasm of our 12,000 participants, the generosity extended through our charity efforts, and the continued multigenerational support – these are the true measures of success that inspire us to carry this legacy forward.”
Diverse Categories and Significant Charitable Giving
The event offered a range of categories to accommodate all fitness levels, including a 21KM Half Marathon, 12KM races, and a 5KM Fun Run. Beyond promoting physical fitness, the marathon served as a platform for significant community support, with over RM45,000 contributed to various causes in 2025 alone.
The contributions included:
- RM15,000 each to Pertubuhan Hospice Negeri Sembilan and the Malaysia Lysosomal Diseases Association.
- RM12,500 to Pertubuhan Arthritis Negeri Sembilan as a Community Partner.
- RM3,000 to Chung Hua High School for having the highest number of runners (560 students) in the ‘RUN TOGETHER School Campaign’.
Since its inception in 2012, the IJM Land Half Marathon has contributed a total of over RM350,000 to charitable organizations and beneficiaries, solidifying its role as a key community and philanthropic event.
A Festival of Fun, Wellness, and Sustainability
In celebration of Seremban 2’s 30th anniversary, the event grounds were transformed into a lively carnival atmosphere. Attendees enjoyed a variety of family-friendly attractions, including an EV cars showcase, a petting zoo, and carnival games. Free health and wellness support were also available, including health screenings, massages, and sports recovery services.
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The event was supported by a strong lineup of corporate partners, including Platinum Sponsor Allianz, Gold Sponsor TDK, and Silver Sponsor Sunway Multicare. Participants were also treated to complimentary refreshments from brands like Milo, Yakult Ace, and Yobe, as well as various giveaways from partner booths.
Underscoring a commitment to environmental responsibility, the marathon also featured an education booth from SWM Environment to promote recycling and environmental awareness, with waste segregation supported on-site.
A total of 300 lucky draw prizes, worth more than RM35,000, were given out. The grand prizes included an Apple iPhone 16 Pro, iPad Air, and Apple Watch. A special lucky draw for Junior Runners (ages 9 to 18) featured 30 exclusive prizes, including popular collectible items.
