LRT

The long-awaited LRT3 Shah Alam Line is approaching one of the most important transport milestones for western Selangor. Transport Minister Anthony Loke has indicated that operations are expected to begin by the end of June, subject to the completion of final trials. The specific opening date has yet to be announced. For residents of Petaling Jaya, Shah Alam and Klang, the new line promises an...

Penang LRT Extension to Seberang Perai Strengthens Balanced Growth and Connectivity Across Malaysia Malaysia’s vision for equitable, inclusive, and sustainable development has taken another decisive step forward. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has announced that the Penang Light Rail Transit (LRT) project will be extended across the sea to Seberang Perai, ensuring that both the island and...

Penang LRT Nears Key Tender Milestone, Boosting Property Appeal and Urban Connectivity The long-awaited Penang Light Rail Transit (LRT) project has reached a major milestone, with the appointment of a systems and rolling stock contractor expected by the end of 2025, according to Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook. This progress signals that Malaysia’s most ambitious urban transport project...

LRT Mutiara Line: RM16.8 Billion Ceiling Price and What It Means for Property Malaysia’s long-anticipated LRT Mutiara Line in Penang has officially been assigned a higher ceiling price of RM16.8 billion, a figure that sparked debate in Parliament and the public domain. MRT Corp, the project developer and asset owner, has clarified that the ceiling reflects inflationary pressures, expanded project scope,...

Penang’s Mutiara Line LRT Cleared for Launch as Federal, State Settle All Issues The long-anticipated Mutiara Line Light Rail Transit (LRT) project in Penang has finally cleared its final bureaucratic hurdles, with construction expected to begin within one to two months, announced Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook during his one-day working visit to the state. This milestone marks a critical...

The much-anticipated Penang Light Rail Transit (LRT) project is finally set to break ground on January 11, 2025, at Bandar Sri Pinang, according to a report from CIMB Securities. Gamuda Leads the Pack Gamuda Bhd has emerged as a top beneficiary of the Mutiara Line, which is the first segment of the Penang LRT project. Its SRS Consortium was awarded the civil infrastructure works package in March 2024...

MRT Corp Opens Tender for RM10 Billion Penang LRT Mutiara Line Project Mass Rapid Transit Corp Sdn Bhd (MRT Corp) has announced an open tender for the Penang Light Rail Transit (LRT) Mutiara Line project, which is a significant component of Malaysia's public transportation infrastructure. With an allocated budget of RM10 billion, the project is expected to enhance connectivity across Penang Island and the...

Silicon Island: Redefining Urban Living in Penang Silicon Island, a groundbreaking development off the coast of Bayan Lepas, is set to transform Penang’s urban landscape. Spanning 931 hectares, this state-owned project embodies the vision of a sustainable, mobility-centric city, where daily needs are accessible within 15 minutes by walking, cycling, or public transport. Central to this vision is the...

The Mutiara Line Light Rail Transit (LRT) project in Penang is set to commence by the end of the year, following final contract negotiations between Mass Rapid Transit Corporation Sdn Bhd (MRT Corp) and SRS Konsortium. The project, a major component of Penang's infrastructure development plan, is expected to connect critical areas of the island, including Silicon Island and Komtar. Penang Infrastructure,...

Penang’s Mutiara Line LRT Project Expected to Begin in 2024, Confirms Transport Minister The highly anticipated Mutiara Line Light Rail Transit (LRT) project in Penang is on track to begin next year, according to Transport Minister Anthony Loke. Speaking at a press conference after the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Railway Assets Corporation and the Lembaga Perumahan Negeri...