City Developments Limited, sometimes also known as CityDev, is a Singaporean multinational real estate operating organisation. Founded in 1963, CDL first developed projects in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, as well as in Singapore. However, due to the racial and political situation in Singapore and Malaysia, CDL was forced to sell its properties in Johor Bahru and consolidate itself into the Singapore market. CDL came under the control of Hong Leong Bank via shares acquisition in 1969. Since then, CDL has developed numerous types of properties from shopping malls to integrated developments. CDL is currently headquartered in Republic Plaza, Singapore. Kwek Leng Beng is its current chairman and Sherman Kwek, Kwek Leng Beng's son, is its current chief executive officer. CDL also owns many subsidiaries, including Millennium & Copthorne Hotels. Wikipedia