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Sinar Daily
04-07-2025
- Climate
- Sinar Daily
KLIA Aerotrain service resumes after temporary disruption
As a safety precaution, train operations were suspended until the water was manually cleared and the tracks were confirmed safe for use. 04 Jul 2025 05:51pm Malaysia Airports has confirmed that the KLIA Aerotrain service at Terminal 1 of the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA1) was temporarily suspended at 11 am today due to water accumulation in the tunnel following heavy rainfall. Bernama FILE PIX SEPANG - Malaysia Airports has confirmed that the KLIA Aerotrain service at Terminal 1 of the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA1) was temporarily suspended at 11am today due to water accumulation in the tunnel following heavy rainfall. It said the tunnel's drainage system is equipped with pumps designed to manage water ingress during severe weather conditions. "However, one of the drainage pumps experienced a technical fault during today's heavy rainfall, preventing the automatic removal of accumulated water,' Malaysia Airports said in a statement today. Malaysia Airports has confirmed that the KLIA Aerotrain service at Terminal 1 of the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA1) was temporarily suspended at 11 am today due to water accumulation in the tunnel following heavy rainfall. Bernama FILE PIX "As a safety precaution, train operations were suspended until the water was manually cleared and the tracks were confirmed safe for use. The service resumed at 12.15 pm once full clearance was obtained from the technical and safety teams. It added that transport service to the satellite terminal was uninterrupted during the incident, with passengers being ferried via the airside shuttle bus services. "We are currently rectifying the pump system to ensure optimal performance during future weather events. Our technical teams are also closely monitoring the Aerotrain system during these early stages of operations to ensure any necessary adjustments are promptly addressed,' it said. Malaysia Airports has confirmed that the KLIA Aerotrain service at Terminal 1 of the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA1) was temporarily suspended at 11 am today due to water accumulation in the tunnel following heavy rainfall. Bernama FILE PIX The fully modernised, driverless train service resumed full operations on Tuesday following a RM456 million upgrade under MAHB's RM742 million transformation initiative aimed at future-proofing KLIA as a premier regional aviation hub. An iconic feature of KLIA since its opening in 1998, the Aerotrain now features Alstom Innovia APM 300R trainsets. Each three-car unit can accommodate up to 270 passengers and travel at speeds of up to 56 kilometres per hour, reducing travel time between the main terminal and the satellite terminal to under three minutes. - BERNAMA
New Straits Times
04-07-2025
- Climate
- New Straits Times
KLIA aerotrain halted for an hour due to heavy rain
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) today confirmed that the aerotrain service at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) was temporarily suspended due to water accumulation in the tunnel caused by heavy rainfall. In a statement, MAHB said one of the drainage pumps experienced a technical fault during the downpour at 11am, preventing the automatic removal of water. "The tunnel's drainage system includes pumps designed to manage water ingress during severe weather conditions. "As a safety precaution, train operations were suspended until the water was manually cleared and the tracks were confirmed safe for use. "Service resumed at 12.15pm after clearance was obtained from the technical and safety teams," the statement said. MAHB also said the pump system is currently being rectified to ensure optimal performance during future weather events. "Malaysia Airports remains committed to providing a safe, seamless, and reliable travel experience at KLIA. "Our technical teams continue to monitor the aerotrain system closely during these early stages of operation to ensure that any necessary adjustments are promptly addressed. "We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we fine-tune this new system." Earlier, social media posts circulated showing disruptions to the aerotrain service, which was officially relaunched this week following multiple delays since its suspension in 2023. The fully modernised, driverless train service resumed full operations with RM456 million upgrade under MAHB's RM742 million transformation initiative aimed at future-proofing KLIA as a premier regional aviation hub.
The Sun
01-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
New KLIA Aerotrain praised for comfort and efficiency by passengers
SEPANG: Travellers using the newly upgraded KLIA Aerotrain at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA1) today commended its enhanced comfort, modern design, and operational efficiency. The service resumed full operations this morning following a RM456 million upgrade, part of the RM742 million KLIA transformation project to elevate the airport's status as a regional aviation hub. Syazwan Misbah, 32, noted the train's improved efficiency, stating, 'This new one is more efficient because it runs non-stop every two minutes and we don't have to wait long.' He added that the convenience of boarding within the satellite building eliminated the hassle of long walks previously required for bus transfers. Nazihah Abdullah, 35, highlighted the spaciousness and clearer information displays. 'The train space is a bit more spacious and has a clear display. The old one didn't have a display like this,' she said, praising the reduced waiting time and a journey duration of under three minutes. Dr Inglish Huang, a Taiwanese traveller and president of the International Korfball Federation (IKF) Asia, shared his delight at experiencing the relaunch. 'Previously, we had to rely on the bus transit and wait longer, but now we are lucky to have this. The air-conditioning is good, and it's very fast and efficient. Honestly, the ride feels almost romantic,' he remarked. The upgraded Aerotrain, featuring the Alstom Innovia APM 300R train set, can carry 270 passengers per three-car unit and travels at 56 km/h, cutting transit time between terminals to under three minutes. Advanced monitoring systems aim to minimise disruptions and boost passenger comfort.
New Straits Times
01-07-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
PM Anwar tests revamped KLIA aerotrain, praises performance
SEPANG: "Good… faster than before," was how Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim described his ride on the newly upgraded KLIA Aerotrain during a walkabout at Terminal 1 of Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA1) today. Anwar arrived at the terminal at 1 pm, accompanied by Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook, Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) managing director Datuk Mohd Izani Ghani and senior MAHB officials. The Prime Minister tested the enhanced Aerotrain service firsthand, travelling from the Contact Pier to the Satellite Building, where he received a briefing on the system's upgrades under MAHB's Airport Regeneration Plan. The fully modernised, driverless train service resumed full operations this morning following a RM456 million upgrade under MAHB's RM742 million transformation initiative aimed at future-proofing KLIA as a premier regional aviation hub. An iconic feature of KLIA since its opening in 1998, the Aerotrain now features Alstom Innovia APM 300R trainsets. Each three-car unit can accommodate up to 270 passengers and travel at speeds of up to 56 kilometres per hour, reducing travel time between the main terminal and the satellite terminal to under three minutes. With advanced condition monitoring systems, the new trains are designed to minimise service disruptions, enhance operational efficiency and improve passenger comfort. According to Mohd Izani, the upgraded system underwent six months of rigorous testing and commissioning by the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) from January to June this year, including extensive technical and safety assessments. KLIA Terminal 1 currently records over 100,000 passenger movements daily. The Aerotrain remains a vital link, especially for international transit passengers connecting through the satellite terminal, which hosts most of the airport's long-haul carriers. With operations now fully restored, MAHB said the upgraded Aerotrain system will boost KLIA's readiness for growing passenger traffic ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026 and support its full recovery to pre-pandemic levels. – BERNAMA
Borneo Post
30-06-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Revamped KLIA Aerotrain to resume service tomorrow, launched by PM Anwar
A long-standing icon of KLIA since 1998, the Aerotrain service has undergone a RM456 million overhaul to replace its ageing fleet and infrastructure. – Bernama photo PUTRAJAYA (June 30): After nearly 28 months of suspension, Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) is set to relaunch the fully modernised KLIA Aerotrain service tomorrow, marking a significant milestone in the country's airport transformation agenda. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to officiate the launch at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 1 (KLIA T1), where the upgraded automated people mover system will resume full operations at 10 am. A long-standing icon of KLIA since 1998, the Aerotrain service has undergone a RM456 million overhaul to replace its ageing fleet and infrastructure under MAHB's RM742 million Airport Regeneration Plan, aimed at future-proofing one of the region's busiest aviation hubs. Now equipped with state-of-the-art Alstom Innovia APM 300R trainsets, the system features three-car driverless units capable of transporting up to 270 passengers at speeds of 56 kilometres per hour. Hence the train journey between the main terminal and the satellite building is now reduced to under three minutes. Each train is fitted with advanced condition monitoring systems to reduce service disruptions, boost operational efficiency and enhance passenger safety and comfort — addressing past concerns over frequent breakdowns that plagued the ageing system. The new system underwent six months of rigorous testing and commissioning by the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) between January and June 2025. MAHB managing director Datuk Mohd Izani Ghani was reported as saying that extensive technical and safety tests were implemented to ensure fault-free operations. Originally slated for completion in March 2025, the project faced delays due to global supply chain issues, system integration challenges and the complexity of installing a new driverless system while keeping KLIA operational. KLIA T1 currently manages more than 100,000 passenger movements daily, with the Aerotrain playing a pivotal role in maintaining smooth connectivity, especially for international transfer passengers. The satellite terminal houses many long-haul international carriers, making fast terminal transfers essential in reducing missed connections and ensuring seamless passenger journeys. With the Aerotrain now back online, the airport is better positioned to cater to rising passenger volumes, especially in anticipation of Visit Malaysia 2026 and KLIA's projected recovery to pre-pandemic traffic levels. – Bernama
