The new arena, next to the Tan Sri Dato Haji Hassan Yunos Stadium, was built to host the games of Sukma 2022 and designed for indoor sports such as badminton, sepak takraw and basketball.

The building accommodates about 7,000 spectators with a good view from every seat and full compliance with safety standards. The hybrid form between a square and a circle recurs in the facade and derives from the traditional design of Johorean houses. Valsir took part in the project with the Rainplus rainwater drainage system, with the support of the local partner Bessflow.

What it shows for a Finnish project

On the wide roof of a sports hall the rainwater system is part of the structure's protection. According to Valsir, the Rainplus syphonic rainwater system is sized for extreme rainfall and protects the building in extreme weather.