ECRL

Terengganu Achieves Remarkable 90% Completion in ECRL Project The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project in Terengganu has achieved the highest progress among the four states involved, with a 90% completion rate, according to Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar. During a visit to the Dungun station, which is 58% complete, Ahmad Samsuri reaffirmed that the construction is on schedule. He...

The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project, a critical infrastructure development in Malaysia, has reached a significant milestone with an overall completion rate of 70.13% as of July 2024. Scheduled for full completion in December 2026, the ECRL promises to revolutionize Malaysia's cargo and passenger transport capabilities, particularly in the east coast regions. Progress and Timeline Transport Minister...

The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project, a transformative infrastructure development in Malaysia, aims to significantly enhance connectivity and stimulate economic growth. Spanning 665km and traversing Kelantan, Terengganu, Pahang, and Selangor, the ECRL project has reached 67% completion despite various challenges. Expected to be completed by the end of 2026, the ECRL is poised to be an economic...

The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project has started its systems installation, marking the final phase of construction work before entering the testing and commissioning stage. This highly anticipated project is set to revolutionize the way Malaysians, especially those living on the East Coast, experience transportation and connectivity. As a professional real estate agent and property blogger in Malaysia,...

Unlocking Business Opportunities with the ECRL-Economic Accelerator Projects in Malaysia The East Coast Rail Link-Economic Accelerator Projects (ECRL-EAPs), a monumental initiative by the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) in partnership with China Communications Construction Co., is set to transform the socio-economic landscape of Malaysia's East Coast. Launched in April 2019, this project...

Pioneering Progress: ECRL Moves to System Installation Phase The East Coast Rail Line (ECRL), a pivotal project in Malaysia's transport infrastructure landscape, is set to commence its next crucial phase—system installations for electrification, signaling, and telecommunication. Scheduled to begin in May, this phase marks a significant milestone following the complete track installation from...

A Visionary Rail Extension to Enhance Malaysia-Thailand Trade The proposal by Malaysia’s Transport Minister, Loke Siew Fook, to extend the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) from Kota Bharu into Thailand is a visionary stride towards strengthening economic ties between the two nations. Given Thailand's position as Malaysia's sixth-largest trading partner, with bilateral trade exceeding US$27.5 billion in 2022,...

In a significant move towards bolstering regional connectivity and economic collaboration, Malaysia has expressed openness to exploring proposals that would extend the East Coast Rail Line (ECRL) all the way to the Thai border. This initiative aims to create a seamless integration with Thailand’s railway network or any forthcoming infrastructure projects. Transport Minister Anthony Loke conveyed this...

In an impressive display of efficiency and innovation, the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project has reached a significant milestone, with the completion of the track installation for its first phase—spanning a 92km stretch from Kuantan Port City (KPC) in Pahang to Dungun, Terengganu—a full month ahead of the anticipated schedule. This accomplishment underscores Malaysia's commitment to...

The Malaysian federal government, during the 42nd National Physical Planning Council (MPFN) meeting held on Monday, officially greenlit the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) integrated land use master plan, commonly referred to as PeGTaECRL. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who chaired the meeting in Putrajaya, confirmed that the approved document would be a catalyst for development surrounding the 20...