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The Sun
a day ago
- Business
- The Sun
KKR ensures timely completion of KBKK Expressway Package 2B by 2026
KOTA BHARU: Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi has assured that the Kota Bharu-Kuala Krai (KBKK) Expressway Package 2B project will be closely supervised to ensure completion by August 2026. The project, which resumed in February this year, has achieved 6.1 per cent progress, surpassing the scheduled target by 5.1 per cent. Nanta stated, 'This package involves constructing a 6.2-kilometre four-lane dual carriageway with a current contract cost of RM73.7 million, now handled by Daie Engineering Sdn Bhd.' He acknowledged challenges such as land acquisition, utility coordination, labour shortages, adverse weather, and rising material costs. 'The Works Ministry and Public Works Department will manage these issues to keep the project on track,' he added in a Facebook post. Inspecting the site today, Nanta highlighted that Package 2B is part of the 70.4 km KBKK Expressway, aimed at reducing congestion on Federal Route 8 during peak travel periods. 'The expressway will shorten travel time from seven to four and a half hours, reduce distance by 24 km, enhance safety, and boost local economic growth,' he said. He emphasised that the project is more than just infrastructure, calling it a 'lifeline' for Kelantan's socio-economic development. Upon completion, the highway will integrate into the Central Spine Road network, improving East Coast-Klang Valley connectivity. Nanta thanked all stakeholders and stressed the urgency of delivering the project to benefit Kelantan residents without further delays. – Bernama
The Citizen
18-06-2025
- Politics
- The Citizen
Mounting frustration as BRT project lags
The metro is facing growing frustration over the prolonged delays with the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Line 2B expansion along Lynnwood Road. Both residents and councillors are raising the alarm about the sluggish progress. Line 2B of the A Re Yeng system starts at the N1 interchange on Atterbury Road, runs down Atterbury into Lynnwood Road and continues to Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Arcadia. The route is seen as a vital link for east-west commuters, connecting suburbs, schools, universities, and business districts. Ward councillor Siobhan Muller said the project, which was supposed to be completed in November 2024, appears to be going 'backwards' rather than moving forward. According to Muller, the physical building of the project began in 2023. 'For the last three months, it hasn't just stagnated; it's been going in reverse,' Muller said. 'There are ripple effects for everyone, from people trying to access the University of Pretoria to those commuting along Lynnwood Road or dropping children off at nearby schools.' She said the construction delays were being compounded by issues around land expropriation, service relocations, and requests for project extensions. 'This project was meant to ease traffic and benefit the city, but we are now in June and nowhere near completion. It urgently needs to move faster.' Echoing her concerns, DA councillor Dikeledi Selowa criticised the metro administration, calling the repeated delays a failure in governance. 'This project is only at 61% completion, even after a six-month extension,' Selowa said. 'It is clear that this administration has failed to properly finalise the expropriation process and relocation of services, leaving Tshwane exposed to potential legal action.' According to Tshwane spokesperson Lindela Mashigo, the metro has now set a revised completion date of July 18. However, he said the Roads and Transport Department is reviewing a report submitted by the project consultant, requesting yet another extension. Mashigo identified the key causes of delay as land expropriation challenges and slow progress by the contractor. He confirmed the current overall project progress at 62%, with some sections more advanced than others: – King's Highway culvert section: 83% – Culvert upgrade: 90% – Justice Mahomed intersection: 96% – Lynnwood and Atterbury intersection: 46.8% – University and Roper intersection: 25% When asked about the status of land acquisition and service relocation, Mashigo said the expropriation process has been concluded. 'The city is currently processing compensation payments and negotiating remaining agreements.' ALSO READ: Tshwane energy summit pushes for small nuclear reactors as future power solution Do you have more information about the story? Please send us an email to bennittb@ or phone us on 083 625 4114. For free breaking and community news, visit Rekord's websites: Rekord East For more news and interesting articles, like Rekord on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram or TikTok. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading! Stay in the know. Download the Caxton Local News Network App Stay in the know. Download the Caxton Local News Network App here
Time of India
17-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Deadline pushed for Metro loans
Mumbai: The cabinet approved a proposal to extend the deadline till Dec 31, 2026, for taking loans from Asian Development Bank and New Development Bank for Metro-2A (Dahisar East-DN Nagar), 2B (DN Nagar-Mandala), and 7 (Andheri East-Dahisar East). Loans of $1,075.7 million had been approved for the projects, of which $549.25 million was taken. Lines 2A and 7 have been commissioned, while work on Metro-2B is in progress. In all, 96 trains were to be acquired with the help of the loans, of which 60 trains have been received. tnn
New Indian Express
16-06-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Growing airport traffic in Hyderabad drives demand for better connectivity
HYDERABAD: As passenger numbers at the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in Hyderabad climb steadily, efficient transport links have become increasingly vital. Among the key options is Umdanagar Railway Station, situated approximately 6 km from the airport. Functioning as a major suburban rail hub, it connects travellers across the city via the Multi-Modal Transport System (MMTS), with 22 daily trains operating to and from the station. This service offers a low-cost and reliable transit alternative for airport commuters. Umdanagar Station currently handles 1,800 to 2,000 passengers daily. Recognising its strategic role, the station is undergoing a Rs 12.37 crore renovation under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme to upgrade passenger amenities and infrastructure. However, passengers have reported challenges, including frequent MMTS train cancellations and extended halts at certain stations. Pushpak AC bus services, operated by TGSRTC, provide another crucial public transport link to RGIA. The corporation runs approximately 60 Pushpak services daily, with buses departing every 20 minutes. Fares range from Rs 50 to Rs 300 depending on the boarding point. Beyond individual tickets, the service has gained popularity among frequent travellers and airport employees, with around 2,000 monthly bus passes (costing Rs 5,000 each, excluding GST) currently in use. Looking ahead, long-term solutions are progressing to streamline airport access further. The recent approval of Hyderabad Metro's Phase 2B project marks a significant milestone. This 86.1-km expansion, jointly funded by the state and Union governments at an estimated cost of Rs 19,579 crore, includes a pivotal 39.6-km corridor linking RGIA at Shamshabad to Future City. Hyderabad's growth is driving higher airport traffic, and demand for seamless, affordable connectivity remains strong. While Pushpak buses and MMTS trains currently bridge critical gaps, commuters continue to press authorities for more punctual and reliable services.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Alberta's wildfires disrupt some 7% of Canada's oil production
By Amanda Stephenson CALGARY (Reuters) -Wildfires burning in Canada's oil-producing province of Alberta have affected more than 344,000 barrels per day of oil sands production, or about 7% of the country's overall crude oil output, according to Reuters calculations. At least two thermal oil sands operators south of the industry hub of Fort McMurray evacuated workers from their sites over the weekend and shut production as a precaution. Canadian Natural Resources said it evacuated workers from its Jackfish 1 location and shut in approximately 36,500 bpd of bitumen production. Cenovus Energy said it evacuated non-essential personnel from its Christina Lake oil sands site, and shut in approximately 238,000 bpd of production. The company said on Sunday it is not aware of any damage to its infrastructure and anticipates a full restart of its Christina Lake operations in the near term. MEG Energy said on Friday it had evacuated workers from its Christina Lake site. While production at the site continues, the company said on Saturday that the fires caused a power outage that is delaying startup of its Phase 2B operations, which represent approximately 70,000 barrels per day of production. Wildfires have also affected some of Alberta's conventional oil-and-gas production. A blaze burning near the town of Swan Hills in the northern part of the province forced Aspenleaf Energy to shut in about 4,000 bpd of production last week. Canada produces about 4.9 million barrels of oil per day. Alberta has 49 active fires and there are 24 active fires in Manitoba and 16 in Saskatchewan, according to provincial data. In parts of Minnesota and North Dakota, air quality reached unhealthy levels on Monday, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's AirNow page. In 2023, Canadian wildfires blanketed much of the U.S. East Coast in smoke, forcing millions of Americans to stay indoors. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said on Monday that some 400,000 hectares (988,422 acres) have now burned in the province, up from about 9,000 as of last week. She said nearly 5,000 people have been evacuated, adding that the government is restarting its emergency management cabinet committee out of concerns the situation in the province is worsening. "We've got to be able to respond in a way that is going to be rapid," Smith told reporters in Saskatoon. The Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre says that as of June 1, a total of 1.4 million hectares have burned so far across Canada. Last week, Manitoba urged 17,000 people to evacuate due to fires in the province's remote north. Wildfires have hit oil and gas production in Canada several times in the past decade. Last year, Suncor Energy, Canada's second-largest oil sands producer, temporarily curtailed production at its Firebag complex due to a nearby blaze. In May of 2023, companies shut in at least 319,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day, or 3.7% of Canada's total production, as more than 100 wildfires burned in Alberta. In 2016, thousands of oil sands workers were evacuated as a monster wildfire destroyed part of the community of Fort McMurray, forcing companies to reduce their oil output by a million barrels per day. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
