Petrol station operators seek meeting with Sarawak Metro over KUTS project disruptions

Borneo Post

3 days ago

Petrol station dealers along the KUTS project route in Kuching and Samarahan are experiencing constant disruptions due to ongoing works being carried out directly in front of station entry and exit points.
KUCHING (Aug 12): The Sarawak Petroleum Product Agents' Association is seeking a meeting with Sarawak Metro to address safety concerns and business disruptions affecting petrol stations along the Kuching Urban Transport System (KUTS) project route in Kuching and Samarahan.
The association's chairman, Laura Hartini Maurice said works carried out directly in front of station entry and exit points have caused constant disruption, with some stations forced to close for several hours.
'While we support the development of the project, the lack of advance notice to station management has prevented us from taking essential safety measures such as traffic control, alternative access arrangements, and rescheduling fuel deliveries,' she said in a statement today.
According to her, without these precautions, customers face unnecessary inconvenience accessing stations, leading to service interruptions and significant business losses.
The association hopes the proposed meeting will result in a coordination plan that prioritises safety, reduces public inconvenience, and ensures minimal disruption to station operations.
The discussion would also cover identifying suitable times for works to be carried out to avoid peak-hour congestion.
'Petrol station dealers remain committed to ensuring the safety of the public, our staff, and all road users, and we urge for better communication and cooperation moving forward,' she added.