LRT

The unveiling of the Penang LRT Mutiara Line marks a transformative step in enhancing the state's transportation network. Spanning 28 kilometers and featuring 22 strategically placed stations, this line is set to significantly boost connectivity across Penang, providing efficient transit solutions from the mainland to the island's core urban areas. A Comprehensive Look at the Mutiara Line Stations The...

In a significant development in Malaysian infrastructure, Transparency International Malaysia (TI-M) has called for stringent independent oversight of the Penang Light Rail Transit (LRT) project. This call comes in light of concerns over the direct tender process awarded to SRS Consortium Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Gamuda Bhd. Muhammad Mohan, the president of TI-M, emphasized the necessity of third-party...

Penang's real estate sector is poised for significant growth, buoyed by the state's latest infrastructural developments and strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing connectivity and reducing traffic congestion. RHB Research has recently highlighted the optimistic outlook for Penang's property market, particularly in light of the Cabinet's approval of the Penang Light Rail Transit (LRT) Mutiara Line...

Penang's New LRT Line: A Leap Toward Enhanced Urban Mobility and Tourism The eagerly anticipated Penang Mutiara Route Light Rail Transit (LRT) project is set to redefine transportation in the region, offering a much-needed solution to the perennial traffic congestion by connecting vital urban and suburban areas. This strategic development is not just a transit project; it is a transformative urban...

The unveiling of the Penang Light Rail Transit (LRT) Mutiara Line project has sparked a vibrant discussion about the future of transportation and socio-economic development in Penang. Amidst this discourse, Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has called on non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and the public to recognize the transformative potential of the project, highlighting its thorough planning process and...

In a decisive move to address the disruption of Light Rail Transit (LRT) operations between the Masjid Jamek and Bandaraya stations in Kuala Lumpur, Prasarana Malaysia Bhd is set to take legal action against the developer and site owner of a hotel project deemed responsible for the issue. Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook revealed that the lawsuit aims to seek compensation totaling RM38 million,...

The realization of major public transport projects in Johor, such as the Kuala Lumpur-Singapore High-Speed Rail (HSR) and Light Rail Transit (LRT), will be executed with careful consideration of several factors, including the country's financial capacity, revealed Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook. Loke emphasized the government's commitment to supporting the development of public transport...

Mass Rapid Transit Corporation Sdn Bhd (MRT Corp) has initiated a tender process to appoint a consultant responsible for conducting a comprehensive study on the Penang light rail transit (LRT) project. This study is expected to provide in-depth insights and crucial details about the proposed Penang LRT project. Zairil Khir Johari, the State Infrastructure and Transport Committee chairman, shared this...

The Johor state government is planning to present a working paper on the proposal to implement a Light Rail Transit (LRT) system in the state to the federal government after November 30. This significant move is part of the state's effort to enhance its transportation infrastructure and cater to the increasing needs of its residents. The decision was revealed by Mohamad Fazli Mohamad Salleh, the State...

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's Budget 2024 announcement showcased substantial infrastructure allocations. One standout is the Penang Light Rail Transit (LRT) system, projected to cost RM10 billion, which will be developed in partnership with the private sector. Additionally, RM4.7 billion has been earmarked for the resurrection of five LRT3 stations, strengthening the Klang Valley's public...