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New Straits Times
17-07-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
MRT3 gets final scheme approval, land acquisition to be completed next year
KUALA LUMPUR: The land acquisition process for the MRT3 Circle Line can now begin, following formal approval of the Final Railway Scheme by Transport Minister Anthony Loke. Malaysia Rapid Transit Corporation Sdn Bhd (MRT Corp), formerly known as Mass Rapid Transit Corporation Sdn Bhd, said the approval marks a significant milestone for the project. MRT Corp chief executive officer Datuk Mohd Zarif Hashim said the approval follows a Public Inspection exercise held from Sept 2 to Dec 2, 2024, during which MRT Corp received over 45,000 written feedback submissions. "An overwhelming 93.3 per cent of the feedback expressed support for the project, reflecting strong public and stakeholder endorsement. "We would like to extend our sincere appreciation to members of parliament, Selangor assemblymen, residents' associations, and business groups for their cooperation and consultation that led to such strong public support," he said in a statement. He said MRT Corp has made several improvements to the placement of stations and viaducts along the project's alignment, as well as the design of the MRT3 Circle Line's rail system based on the feedback received. Importantly, the number of land lots required for acquisition has been reduced from 1,012 to 690, significantly minimising the impact on affected communities. With the scheme now approved, the land acquisition process is set to begin and is expected to be completed by the end of 2026. MRT Corp will be engaging affected communities to update them on the improvements made in their respective areas. The MRT3 Circle Line is a 51km orbital route that will serve the perimeter of Kuala Lumpur. It is designed for full integration with existing MRT, LRT, KTM and Monorail lines, and will feature 10 strategically located interchange stations to enable seamless travel in both directions across the Klang Valley.
New Straits Times
30-06-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Loke: RTS Link will strengthen Malaysia-Singapore relationship
SINGAPORE: The Johor Baru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link is not merely a transportation infrastructure project but a symbol of renewed trust, stronger ties and shared aspirations between Malaysia and Singapore. Transport Minister Anthony Loke said the project, which is set to begin operations on Jan 1, 2027, will significantly ease traffic congestion at the Johor Causeway while improving the lives of thousands who commute across the border daily. "This is not just about launching a train. It's about what it represents — two nations coming together again to build something greater than ourselves," he said at the launch of the first RTS Link train at the Singapore Rail Test Centre in Tuas, today. He said such a large-scale bilateral undertaking involved complex discussions and negotiations, but both sides had demonstrated the commitment needed to bring the project to life. "The RTS Link is a realisation of a long-term vision — to reduce congestion, save time and provide better connectivity between Malaysia and Singapore, whether for work, family or opportunity," he said. Also present was acting Singaporean Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow. Loke said the RTS Link was also a core enabler of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), helping facilitate seamless movement of people and skilled labour across both countries. "Without RTS Link, I don't believe the JS-SEZ would be as impactful or transformative. This rail line is a crucial part of that vision," he said. Mass Rapid Transit Corporation Sdn Bhd (MRT Corp) confirmed that major civil works have been completed for the Marine Viaduct, Bukit Chagar Station, and Wadi Hana Depot as of May 31. Interior works at Wadi Hana Depot are now 80 per cent complete and targeted for full completion by October. At Bukit Chagar Station, the roof façade installation is progressing steadily, while the Immigration, Customs and Quarantine (CIQ) complex has reached 90 per cent in structural work, with interior progress at 45 per cent. "The next major milestone is dynamic testing of the entire RTS train system, scheduled for May next year. "This phase will involve trial runs from Wadi Hana Depot to Bukit Chagar to validate readiness for full operations," said MRT Corp. With all key components progressing on schedule, MRT Corp is confident that the project will be fully operational by the end of December 2026.
Malaysiakini
21-04-2025
- Business
- Malaysiakini
Penang LRT project still on track, MRT Corp says
The Penang Mutiara Light Rail Transit (LRT) project is on track, Mass Rapid Transit Corporation Sdn Bhd (MRT Corp) assured. MRT Corp explained that approval for advanced works, as required by Section 20A of the Town and Country Planning Act 1976, was only obtained on April 15.
