A bus-train system plying virtual tracks on roads is Johor’s latest idea to ease congestion. Will it work?

Transport experts believe that in order for the Autonomous Rail Rapid Transit network to be viable in the long term, it must be integrated with the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System Link, due to be completed by end-2026, and a possibly revived High-Speed Rail project.LinkedIn

Chief Minister of Johor Onn Hafiz Ghazi poses for a picture during an event in Johor Bahru on Apr 14, 2024. “By carefully planning and integrating the ART system with the RTS Link and potentially the HSR, southern Johor can create a robust and efficient public transportation network that benefits residents, businesses, and the overall economy,” Associate Professor Nor Aziati Abdul Hamid, senior researcher at the Universiti Tun Hussein Onn’s Centre of Excellence for Rail Industry , told CNA.

Public Transport Users Association president Ajit Johl told CNA that the multi-tiered aspect is key to the success of the implementation of the ART due to the congestion during peak hours in southern Johor. “If I’m an investor and I’m going to open a plant that requires 1,000 workers and with congestion there will be mobility issues and they might report late, this is going to be an issue. Imagine every worker reports 10 minutes late, there will be productivity dip,” he said.

“That is the correct way of looking at it from providing connectivity and seamless travel point of view. It has to be integrated and if at all possible, must be maintained on the same floor for ease of access. Otherwise escalators and lifts need to be provided,” said Dr Rosli. While pivoting from a much faster LRT system to an ART network may be underwhelming for some, transport experts told CNA that the Johor state government has made the correct practical choice taking into consideration costs as well as the needs of southern Johor.

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