News about MRT Corp

GEORGE TOWN (April 7): The Penang government has begun planning to relocate several agencies to Silicon Island, in line with the project’s physical progress.

Designated as Package CMC2, the tender is open to Malaysian contractors as well as foreign contractors, which must form a joint venture or consortium with Malaysian contractors holding at least 50% equity.

It dismissed claims that the revised ceiling does not reflect “uncontrolled cost escalation” but adjustments to market realities since the project was first mooted nearly a decade ago.

"MRT Corp will be reaching out to the affected communities and updating them on the improvements made in their respective areas.

Public viewing of the latest changes to the MRT3 project is expected to run for three months until Dec 2.

MRT1, also known as the Kajang Line, saw the average daily passenger rate range from 10.

MRT Corp reported that the maintenance depot in Wadi Hana, Johor Bahru — a main railway infrastructure component — has achieved a progress rate of 82.

“This TOD will bring about great change to Johor Bahru's property market, not only in terms of the train station but also residential houses, retail offices and hotels.

Tan Sri Bashir Ahmad Abdul Majid fills the seat that was left vacant by Datuk Wira Azhar Abdul Hamid, who had resigned as chairman and director on March 7, 2022.

"Members of the public will be able to view the detailed information on the proposed MRT3 Project and are encouraged to provide their feedback.