Infrastructure news in Peninsular Malaysia
13 stories within reach of Peninsular Malaysia, published in the last 30 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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RM1.49 billion in investments sealed on first day of MAHA Trade Days
The opening of MAHA Trade Days 2026 in Serdang saw 14 memorandums of understanding worth RM1.49 billion signed on its first day. The Agriculture and Food Security Minister also expressed hope for additional budget allocation in 2027 to face weather challenges and El Nino.
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Works minister: LPT2 concessionaire to repair fence, review long-term safety after elephant crash
The concessionaire of the East Coast Expressway 2 (LPT2) has been instructed to immediately repair a fence and review long-term safety measures following an elephant crash on the highway. The directive came from the Works Minister in response to the incident.
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Medan Pasar set for climate-resilient revamp under KL 'sponge city' push, says Hannah Yeoh
Historic Medan Pasar in downtown Kuala Lumpur is set for a climate-resilient revamp under the city's 'sponge city' push, according to Minister Hannah Yeoh. The project aims to improve rainwater management and flood resilience in the area.
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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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DBKL to resurface 59km of KL roads in RM100m project
DBKL will resurface 59km of protocol and main roads in Kuala Lumpur as part of a RM100 million project. The project aims to improve road conditions across the capital.
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Not just train stops: ECRL stations are getting a Malaysian glow-up, telling East Coast stories
The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) stations are being designed with unique architectural elements that reflect the cultural heritage of each state along the route. The design aims to give the stations a distinct Malaysian identity, telling the stories of the East Coast. The project is progressing with a focus on both functionality and cultural representation.
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ECRL Kota Bharu–Gombak service targets December 2026 launch, a month ahead of schedule
The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) Phase 1 service from Kota Bharu to Gombak is targeted to commence in December 2026, a month ahead of schedule. The project aims to improve connectivity between the east coast and the Klang Valley.
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KL-Karak expansion on track for early 2029 completion, says Nanta
The RM2.1 billion expansion of the Kuala Lumpur-Karak Expressway (KLK) is on track for completion by early 2029. The project includes a new 999-metre tunnel and is expected to ease congestion on the route.
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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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First AW189 helicopters land as MMEA steps up patrols, rescues at sea
The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) has received its first two AW189 helicopters, which will be used to step up patrols and rescue operations across Malaysia's 556,285 square kilometres of waters. The helicopters were handed over in a ceremony in Subang Jaya.
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Developer withdraws Kota Damansara data centre application after public concerns
The developer of a proposed data centre in Kota Damansara has withdrawn its application following public concerns. The decision was announced by Deputy Minister Ramanan, marking a halt to the project for now.
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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.