IJM Allianz DUO Highway Challenge Run

The IJM Allianz Duo Highway Challenge returns to be held on 3rd August 2025. This year’s event will feature Malaysia’s Full Highway Marathon, incorporating the interconnected routes of IJM Corporation Berhad’s (IJM) NPE and BESRAYA highways.

The IJM Allianz Duo Highway Challenge has gained popularity since its inception in 2017 with an increasing number of participants each year. Approximately 10,000 participants are expected this year, with an estimated 80 percent of the total participants comprising Malaysian runners, and the remaining 20 percent international runners.

Title sponsors, IJM and Allianz Malaysia Berhad (“Allianz Malaysia”) are committed to promoting a healthy lifestyle and ensuring the safety of all participants. As organisers, the primary objective is to elevate the sport, while providing the safest race route in the country. With a wide variety of running events in Malaysia, the aim is to ensure that participants go home with maximum satisfaction.

In addition to full highway closures, the provision of cramp spray and a contact device, safety is taken to the next level by introducing a dedicated first aid team. These trained professionals will follow the runners closely throughout the event, ensuring prompt attention and support for any issues or injuries, so participants can have a safe and worry-free running experience.

The venue sponsors, NPE and BESRAYA Highways are tasked with securing approvals from authorities such as the Ministry of Works (MOW), Royal Malaysia Police (RMP), Malaysian Highway Authority (MHA) and Sports Commissioner to organise this event, prioritising the safety and convenience of road users affected by road closures. Alternative routes will be clearly communicated to minimise disruptions with ample publicity and announcements to guide road users smoothly through their journeys.