Infrastructure news in Kuala Lumpur
15 stories within reach of Kuala Lumpur, published in the last 30 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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Building Merdeka: How the nation-building projects of 1957-65 shaped the early years of independence
The article discusses how nation-building projects from 1957 to 1965, including the construction of key infrastructure and institutions, shaped Malaysia's early years of independence. It highlights the significance of these projects in fostering national identity and development.
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Cabinet gives in-principle nod to Bandar Malaysia-Seri Kembangan elevated expressway
The Cabinet has given in-principle approval for the proposed Bandar Malaysia-Seri Kembangan elevated expressway, a major infrastructure project aimed at improving connectivity in the Klang Valley. The expressway is expected to ease traffic congestion and support urban development in the region.
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Bigger dams, more ponds, river dredging: KL and Selangor plan five flood fixes on the table
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 23 — Kuala Lumpur and Selangor are joining forces to tackle the Klang Valley’s flood probl...
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Before the next tree falls, DBKL places 200 sensors to keep dangerous ones in check
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 23 — Kuala Lumpur is turning to technology to keep a closer watch on its ageing trees, with City...
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DBKL to resurface 59km of KL roads in RM100m project
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 20 — A total of 59 kilometres (km) of protocol and main roads in the capital, covering about 1.3...
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Works Ministry seeks bigger 2027 development budget to bolster infrastructure plans, says Ahmad Maslan
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 19 — The Ministry of Works (KKR) is seeking a higher allocation in the 2027 Budget compared with...
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Medan Pasar set for climate-resilient revamp under KL ‘sponge city’ push, says Hannah Yeoh
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 13 — Historic Medan Pasar in downtown Kuala Lumpur is set for a revamp aimed at improving rainwa...
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Works minister: LPT2 concessionaire to repair fence, review long‑term safety after elephant crash
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 5 — The concessionaire of the East Coast Expressway 2 (LPT2) has been instructed to immediately...
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FT minister turns to Selangor for retention ponds as KL runs out of land
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 3 — Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh said tod...
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KL-Karak expansion on track for early 2029 completion, says Nanta
GOMBAK, Aug 20 — The RM2.1 billion Kuala Lumpur-Karak Expressway (KLK) expansion project, including a new 999-metr...
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Not just train stops: ECRL stations are getting a Malaysian glow-up, telling East Coast stories
GOMBAK, Aug 14 — Every major East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) station is an architectural tribute to its state’s...
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ECRL Kota Bharu–Gombak service targets December 2026 launch, a month ahead of schedule
GOMBAK, Aug 14 — The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) Phase 1 service from Kota Bharu to Gombak is targeted to commence...
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Selangor exco: Data centre growth not straining domestic water supply
SHAH ALAM, Aug 6 — The demand for data centres in Selangor has so far not placed pressure on domestic water...
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LSH Infra-Pertama Makmur JV win job for Bandar Malaysia-Seri Kembangan elevated highway project
LSH Infra Sdn Bhd and Pertama Makmur Sdn Bhd Joint Venture have been awarded a contract for the Bandar Malaysia-Seri Kembangan elevated highway project. The project involves the development of an elevated highway in Malaysia.
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Village road upgrades to be done in stages next year
The Banting state assemblyman said requests to upgrade and repair lanes and small roads in several villages around Banting will be processed in stages next year. About 12 lanes have been upgraded this year, and new requests are being reviewed.