Penang LRT project alignment revamp likely as transport ministry takes over; may not begin this year

There will likely be modifications to the proposed RM10 billion light rail transit project alignment in Penang following its takeover by the transport ministry, according to Penang chief minister Chow Kon Yeow, reported

To that end, there will be a possibility that construction of the LRT project will not begin this year due to the need to conduct further feasibility studies and assessments, along with account input from various quarters, according to the news outlet., the LRT project on the island was planned to connect the Komtar complex with the Penang International Airport in the south of the island.

A possible replacement route could be a rail bridge over the channel between the island and the mainland, to enable the LRT to run from Geroge to Butterworth.

The chief minister of Penang hoped that consideration for the project will be given quickly if it begins this year, as there are many technical and financial issues to be studied beforehand, the report wrote. “A cabinet paper would need to be tabled to get its green light and guidance for the next step,” Chow said.Open roads and closed circuits hold great allure for Mick Chan. Driving heaven to him is exercising a playful chassis on twisty paths; prizes ergonomics and involvement over gadgetry.

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