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Borneo Post
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Borneo Post
LPKP Sarawak launches 'Kuching Journey Planner' app for Bas.My commuters
Kong shows the newly-launched 'Kuching Journey Planner' mobile app. KUCHING (June 5): The Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (LPKP) Sarawak has launched the 'Kuching Journey Planner' mobile application for commuters using the Kuching service. According to its chairman Michael Kong, the app, which allows users to track the live location of buses, is now available in beta mode on the Android Play Store. 'This app is designed to enhance the commuting experience by allowing users to track real-time locations of buses under the Kuching service, plan their journeys more effectively and access updated route and schedule information at their fingertips,' he said in a statement today. Kong emphasised that this is just the beginning, as the app is still in beta mode. 'We understand that there may still be bugs or areas for improvement, and we welcome and value all feedback from users. Your input will help us fine-tune the application and ensure it meets the needs of our community.' At present, he said the app is available exclusively on Android devices. However, he noted that they are actively working to improve it and will roll out a version on the Apple App Store once they are confident it is ready for full release. Kong encouraged all Kuching commuters to try out the 'Kuching Journey Planner' app and provide suggestions and feedback. 'The setting up of our mobile app within three months from the launch of our first route shows our commitment to make public transportation more convenient, reliable and accessible for everyone. 'This is another step forward in the modernisation of the public transport in Sarawak and we will continue in our efforts to uplift the public transportation industry,' added Kong.
The Star
3 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Transport Ministry launches 13 new bus routes in Kedah
ALOR SETAR: Thirteen stage bus routes have begun phased operations in Kedah from June 1,as part of the Transport Ministry's stage bus services transformation programme. The ministry said the programme is a federal government initiative under Budget 2024, with an allocation of RM80mil for a five-year service period, or RM16mil per year. "This initiative is part of efforts to improve the quality of stage bus services in Alor Setar and other towns, including Sungai Petani, Jitra, Kuala Kedah, Kuala Nerang, and Pendang. " Kota Setar services will operate at a frequency of every 30 minutes on urban routes and between 60 and 90 minutes on inter-district routes. The routes have been designed to connect major destinations around Alor Setar, such as Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital, Pekan Rabu, Darul Aman Stadium, Sultan Abdul Halim Airport, and the Kuala Kedah Jetty," it said in a statement on Thursday (June 5). The routes are K10 Shahab Perdana-Kuala Kedah; K20 Shahab Perdana-Jitra; K30 Shahab Perdana-Kuala Nerang; K40 Shahab Perdana-Pendang via Simpang Empat; K41 Shahab Perdana-Pendang via Kota Sarang Semut; K50 Shahab Perdana-Sungai Petani; K51 Sungai Petani-Tanjung Dawai; K52 Sungai Petani-Pantai Merdeka; K60 Sungai Petani-Bandar Baharu; K61 Sungai Petani-Taman Kelisa; K62 Sungai Petani-Taman Ria Jaya / Taman Batik; K63 Sungai Petani-Bandar Perdana and K100 Alor Setar Feeder. The ministry added that the Land Public Transport Agency (Apad), as the implementing agency of the programme in Kedah, appointed Gopi Travel Tours Sdn Bhd as the network operator for the bus services through an open tender process. "Gopi Travel Tours Sdn Bhd has experience in operating stage bus services under the programme in Seremban. "A total of 48 new buses of 'midi' and low-floor mini types will be used. These new low-floor buses make boarding and alighting easier and are disabled-friendly. They are also equipped with cashless payment systems and closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras to enhance passenger safety," it said. The government has also introduced a free fare initiative for senior citizens, persons with disabilities and students via the Concession Card. "Registered users can enjoy unlimited rides on Kota Setar services for 30 days at a cost of RM50. "Through this programme, services are expected to ease mobility for approximately 28,000 users per month, encourage the use of public land transport among the local community, and help reduce daily travel costs," it said. – Bernama
