KUALA LUMPUR: Boat Noodle and BananaBro founder Tony Lim has died at the age of 47.

His death was announced by both restaurant chains in separate Facebook posts today.

In a statement, BananaBro said Lim's contribution went beyond personal ambition, driven by his desire to bring banana leaf dining culture in Malaysia to the world stage.

The restaurant chain also pledged to continue and uphold his legacy.