KUALA LUMPUR (Feb 5): All operations at Resorts World Genting (RWG) in Genting Highlands will remain closed following the extension of the second movement control order (MCO 2.0) until Feb 18 as announced by the government.

According to a notice posted on the company’s website, Genting Malaysia Bhd (GenM) said all operations at RWG, except essential resort-based services such as security, bomba, utilities and clinics, will not be operational.

“We regret any inconvenience caused by the temporary closure of our resort.

“Guests who have made reservations at RWG during this period may contact our call centre at 03-27181118 or write to [email protected] to request for a change of date or a refund,” it said.

It also advised the public to visit its website regularly for further updates.

As as the time of writing today, GenM's share price had risen one sen or 0.4% to RM2.52, bringing it a market capitalisation of RM14.96 billion. Meanwhile, Genting Bhd had fallen three sen or 0.72% to RM4.14, giving it a market capitalisation of RM16.05 billion. GenM is a 49.5%-owned subsidiary of Genting.