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New Straits Times
6 days ago
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
PWD reviewing PCA report before carrying out East-West Highway repairs
KOTA BARU: The Public Works Department (PWD) is reviewing the final report of the Pavement Condition Assessment (PCA) to plan road repair works, including along critical routes such as the East-West Highway (JRTB), says Public Works director-general Datuk Roslan Ismail. He said the PCA was essential for identifying damaged pavement sections and determining the most suitable maintenance methods to ensure that available allocations were utilised optimally. "For the Gerik–Jeli stretch of the JRTB, the PCA has been conducted since March 13 using advanced technologies such as the Multi Laser Profiler and Falling Weight Deflectometer. "We began the assessment earlier this year, and it is now in its final stage. "Based on the PCA report, we will use the existing allocation of RM55 million for repair works. If that is insufficient, we will apply for additional funding," he told reporters after launching the annual general meeting of the Kelantan chapter of the Malaysian Malay Contractors Association here today. Roslan said that it was impossible to repair the entire route in a short period due to the high cost and potential disruption to other infrastructure projects. "In this regard, we agree with the suggestion made by the Perak menteri besar, which aligns with PWD's aspirations. "We have long had plans in place, but it must be understood that the country's funding system follows a 'whole of nation' approach, where allocations are distributed comprehensively and according to annual priorities. "God willing, with the support from the state government and emphasis from the works minister, we have submitted an application for phased improvements," he said. The 215km JRTB, which links Gerik in Perak to Jeli in Kelantan, has been identified as a strategic route frequently damaged due to weather conditions and heavy traffic flow. Roslan said any road repair works would be carried out prudently to avoid overlap or interference with other ongoing development projects. "We want every ringgit spent to have the best possible impact for the people," he said. – Bernama
Malay Mail
7 days ago
- Automotive
- Malay Mail
JKR reviewing PCA report before RM55m East-West Highway repairs to optimise allocation, says D-G
KOTA BHARU, June 22 — The Public Works Department (JKR) is reviewing the final report of the Pavement Condition Assessment (PCA) to plan road repair works, including along critical routes such as the East-West Highway (JRTB), says Public Works director-general Datuk Roslan Ismail. He said the PCA was essential for identifying damaged pavement sections and determining the most suitable maintenance methods to ensure that available allocations were utilised optimally. 'For the Gerik–Jeli stretch of the JRTB, the PCA has been conducted since March 13 using advanced technologies such as the Multi Laser Profiler and Falling Weight Deflectometer. 'We began the assessment earlier this year, and it is now in its final stage. Based on the PCA report, we will use the existing allocation of RM55 million for repair works. If that is insufficient, we will apply for additional funding,' he told reporters after officiating the annual general meeting of the Kelantan chapter of the Malaysian Malay Contractors Association here today. Commenting further, Roslan said that it was impossible to repair the entire route in a short period due to the high cost and potential disruption to other infrastructure projects. 'In this regard, we agree with the suggestion made by the Perak Menteri Besar, which aligns with JKR's aspirations. We have long had plans in place, but it must be understood that the country's funding system follows a 'whole of nation' approach, where allocations are distributed comprehensively and according to annual priorities. 'God willing, with the support from the state government and emphasis from the Works Minister, we have submitted an application for phased improvements,' he said. The 215-kilometre JRTB, which links Gerik in Perak to Jeli in Kelantan, has been identified as a strategic route frequently damaged due to weather conditions and heavy traffic flow. Roslan emphasised that any road repair works would be carried out prudently to avoid overlap or interference with other ongoing development projects. 'We want every ringgit spent to have the best possible impact for the people,' he said. — Bernama
Barnama
7 days ago
- Automotive
- Barnama
JKR Reviewing PCA Report Before Carrying Out East-West Highway Repairs - Director-General
KOTA BHARU, June 22 (Bernama) -- The Public Works Department (JKR) is reviewing the final report of the Pavement Condition Assessment (PCA) to plan road repair works, including along critical routes such as the East-West Highway (JRTB), says Public Works director-general Datuk Roslan Ismail. He said the PCA was essential for identifying damaged pavement sections and determining the most suitable maintenance methods to ensure that available allocations were utilised optimally. 'For the Gerik–Jeli stretch of the JRTB, the PCA has been conducted since March 13 using advanced technologies such as the Multi Laser Profiler and Falling Weight Deflectometer. 'We began the assessment earlier this year, and it is now in its final stage. Based on the PCA report, we will use the existing allocation of RM55 million for repair works. If that is insufficient, we will apply for additional funding,' he told reporters after officiating the annual general meeting of the Kelantan chapter of the Malaysian Malay Contractors Association here today. Commenting further, Roslan said that it was impossible to repair the entire route in a short period due to the high cost and potential disruption to other infrastructure projects. 'In this regard, we agree with the suggestion made by the Perak Menteri Besar, which aligns with JKR's aspirations. We have long had plans in place, but it must be understood that the country's funding system follows a 'whole of nation' approach, where allocations are distributed comprehensively and according to annual priorities. 'God willing, with the support from the state government and emphasis from the Works Minister, we have submitted an application for phased improvements,' he said. The 215-kilometre JRTB, which links Gerik in Perak to Jeli in Kelantan, has been identified as a strategic route frequently damaged due to weather conditions and heavy traffic flow. Roslan emphasised that any road repair works would be carried out prudently to avoid overlap or interference with other ongoing development projects.
Sinar Daily
12-06-2025
- Sinar Daily
Gerik crash: Transport Ministry probes claim by bus driver of malfunction brake system
Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said this could be determined through mechanical tests carried out on the vehicle's brake system. 12 Jun 2025 05:47pm Transport Minister Anthony Loke examines the condition of the bus involved in the accident involving Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students at the Gerik District Police Headquarters (IPD) compound today. - Photo by Bernama GERIK - The Transport Ministry, through the Computerised Vehicle Inspection Centre (Puspakom) is investigating the brake system of the bus involved in the crash here last Monday that killed 15 Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students. Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said this followed an allegation by the bus driver that the vehicle had a brake problem. He said this could be determined through mechanical tests carried out on the vehicle's brake system. "A detailed investigation is being conducted. We cannot just accept what the driver said on the surface. The technical report may be ready in a day or two and we will be able to prove it," he said when met after visiting the site of the crash on the Gerik-Jeli East West Highway (JRTB) here, today. Transport Minister Anthony Loke examines the condition of the bus involved in the accident involving Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students at the Gerik District Police Headquarters (IPD) compound today. - Photo by Bernama Loke said besides conducting a thorough investigation into the driver and road factors, the ministry will work together with the Ministry of Works (KKR) and the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS) to carry out several studies, including night driving simulations, aimed at proposing improvements to the JRTB. "The cause of the accident has not yet been determined. Whether it is because of the road condition or the driver, we are investigating," he said. Earlier, Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi, who also visited the site of the crash, said that the ministry is preparing a report on the Pavement Condition Assessment (PCA) which aims to facilitate maintenance and paving work on JRTB. - BERNAMA
The Sun
12-06-2025
- The Sun
MOT probes claim by bus driver of malfunction brake system
GERIK: The Ministry of Transport (MOT), through the Computerised Vehicle Inspection Centre (PUSPAKOM), is investigating the brake system of the bus involved in the crash here last Monday that killed 15 Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students. Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said this followed an allegation by the bus driver that the vehicle had a brake problem. He said this could be determined through mechanical tests carried out on the vehicle's brake system. 'A detailed investigation is being conducted. We cannot just accept what the driver said on the surface. The technical report may be ready in a day or two and we will be able to prove it,' he said when met after visiting the site of the crash on the Gerik-Jeli East West Highway (JRTB) here today Loke said besides conducting a thorough investigation into the driver and road factors, the ministry will work together with the Ministry of Works (KKR) and the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS) to carry out several studies, including night driving simulations, aimed at proposing improvements to the JRTB. 'The cause of the accident has not yet been determined. Whether it is because of the road condition or the driver, we are investigating,' he said. Earlier, Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi, who also visited the site of the crash, said that the ministry is preparing a report on the Pavement Condition Assessment (PCA) which aims to facilitate maintenance and paving work on the Gerik-Jeli East-West Highway (JRTB).
