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The Sun
17-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Mutiara Line LRT construction begins as SRS Consortium gets NTP
GEORGE TOWN: The Mutiara Line Light Rail Transit (LRT) project has officially entered its construction phase after SRS Consortium Sdn Bhd, the main civil contractor for Package 1 (CMC1), received the Notice to Proceed (NTP) from project developer MRT Corporation (MRTC) on July 15. Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow described the development as a key milestone for the state's first LRT project. 'On behalf of the Penang government, I would like to express our gratitude for the issuance of the official notice given. With this, the construction phase will proceed as scheduled,' he said in a statement. Initial construction works will involve utility relocation, road widening, earth piling, and site preparation across approved locations along the Mutiara Line. The state government is also awaiting the tender results for the CMC2 Package, covering the Macallum to Penang Sentral route, as well as the rail system package for the entire line. Chow highlighted several project milestones achieved this year, including the groundbreaking at Bandar Sri Pinang Station, SRS Consortium's appointment as turnkey contractor for CMC1 in January, and the latest NTP issuance. To ensure transparency, the state government will introduce a strategic communication platform and feedback line for all mega infrastructure projects in Penang. 'The state government calls on all stakeholders, especially the people of Penang, to provide full cooperation throughout the implementation of the project, which is expected to be completed in 2031,' he added. The 29.5-kilometre Mutiara Line LRT will feature 21 stations, improving connectivity between Penang Island and the mainland while easing road congestion. The main route spans from Pulau Tambakan Selatan to Penang Sentral and Komtar Station, with trains operating on a rotating schedule. - Bernama
Barnama
17-07-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Mutiara Line LRT: SRS Consortium Receive NTP To Start Work
GEORGE TOWN, July 17 (Bernama) -- The Mutiara Line Light Rail Transit (LRT) project marked a significant milestone following the issuance of the Notice to Proceed (NTP) to SRS Consortium Sdn Bhd, the main civil contractor for Package 1 (CMC1), by project developer MRT Corporation (MRTC) on July 15. Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the development signified the official commencement of physical construction works for the state's first-ever LRT project. 'On behalf of the Penang government, I would like to express our gratitude for the issuance of the official notice given. With this, the construction phase will proceed as scheduled,' he said in a statement today. He said the initial works will include utility relocation, road widening, earth piling works and site establishment preparation across all approved locations along the Mutiara Line. Chow also said that the state government is currently awaiting the results of the tender process for the appointment of a turnkey contractor for the CMC2 Package involving the line from Macallum to Penang Sentral, as well as the rail system package for the entire Mutiara Line. According to him, the project has recorded several major developments this year, signalling strong momentum in the implementation of Penang's first LRT, including the groundbreaking ceremony at the Bandar Sri Pinang Station site, the appointment of SRS as the turnkey contractor for CMC1 last January and the latest, issuance of the NTP to SRS. He also revealed that the state government would soon introduce a a strategic communication platform and feedback line to cover all mega infrastructure projects in Penang. This initiative aims to ensure transparency, accessibility of information, and enable constructive public interaction throughout the project's execution, he said. 'The state government calls on all stakeholders, especially the people of Penang, to provide full cooperation throughout the implementation of the project, which is expected to be completed in 2031 for the benefit of the state's future,' he said.
Malaysian Reserve
17-07-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Mutiara Line LRT: SRS Consortium receive NTP to start work
GEORGE TOWN — The Mutiara Line Light Rail Transit (LRT) project marked a significant milestone following the issuance of the Notice to Proceed (NTP) to SRS Consortium Sdn Bhd, he main civil contractor for Package 1 (CMC1), by project developer MRT Corporation (MRTC) on July 15. Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the development signified the official commencement of physical construction works for the state's first-ever LRT project. 'On behalf of the Penang government, I would like to express our gratitude for the issuance of the official notice given. With this, the construction phase will proceed as scheduled,' he said in a statement today. He said the initial works will include utility relocation, road widening, earth piling works and site establishment preparation across all approved locations along the Mutiara Line. Chow also said that the state government is currently awaiting the results of the tender process for the appointment of a turnkey contractor for the CMC2 Package involving the line from Macallum to Penang Sentral, as well as the rail system package for the entire Mutiara Line. According to him, the project has recorded several major developments this year, signalling strong momentum in the implementation of Penang's first LRT, including the groundbreaking ceremony at the Bandar Sri Pinang Station site, the appointment of SRS as the turnkey contractor for CMC1 last January and the latest, issuance of the NTP to SRS. He also revealed that the state government would soon introduce a a strategic communication platform and feedback line to cover all mega infrastructure projects in Penang. This initiative aims to ensure transparency, accessibility of information, and enable constructive public interaction throughout the project's execution, he said. . 'The state government calls on all stakeholders, especially the people of Penang, to provide full cooperation throughout the implementation of the project, which is expected to be completed in 2031 for the benefit of the state's future,' he said. The 29.5-kilometre-long Mutiara Line LRT comprises 21 strategic stations and is designed to improve connectivity between Penang and the mainland, thereby reducing road congestion and improving accessibility. Its main alignment plan covers the route from Pulau Tambakan Selatan, Pulau Penang (PSR-A) to Penang Sentral and Komtar Station in Georgetown, with train services scheduled to operate on a rotating basis along the route. — BERNAMA
New Straits Times
17-07-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Penang CM: Mutiara Line gets green light, LRT works set to start
GEORGE TOWN: Construction work on the Mutiara Line Light Rail Transit (LRT) project is set to commence following the issuance of the Notice to Proceed (NTP) to the civil main contractor — marking a major milestone in Penang's transport infrastructure agenda. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the NTP was issued on July 15 to SRS Consortium Sdn Bhd, the turnkey contractor for Civil Main Contractor Package 1 (CMC1), by project developer Mass Rapid Transit Corporation (MRT Corp). "With the notice in hand, construction activities will begin as scheduled. This includes utility relocation, road widening, piling, and site establishment works along approved segments of the Mutiara Line alignment," he said in a statement. He added that the works would proceed at various locations along the route where approvals had already been secured from the relevant authorities. The Mutiara Line — Penang's first LRT system — is a key component of the Penang Transport Master Plan (PTMP), designed to enhance public transport connectivity and alleviate traffic congestion on both the island and the mainland. Chow said the state government was now awaiting the outcome of the tender process for two remaining packages: the turnkey contractor for CMC2, covering the stretch from Macallum to Penang Sentral, and the rail systems package for the entire line. "This year has seen several significant developments for the project — including the groundbreaking ceremony at the Bandar Sri Pinang station site, the appointment of SRS as the turnkey contractor for CMC1 in January, and now, the issuance of the NTP. "Looking ahead, a strategic communications platform and public feedback channel will soon be launched to support ongoing and future mega infrastructure projects in the state. "This platform will enable the public to access accurate information and engage constructively as these projects take shape," he said. Chow also urged all stakeholders, particularly Penang residents, to lend their full cooperation during the construction phase. "The Mutiara Line is a transformative project for Penang's future. We look forward to its completion, targeted for 2031," he added. Earlier today, the New Straits Times reported that MRT Corp chief executive officer Datuk Mohd Zarif Hashim had confirmed the project had entered a crucial phase, following the fulfilment of contract effectiveness conditions last month — paving the way for the issuance of the NTP. He said the NTP was granted to Gamuda Bhd last Tuesday, after the project met key implementation prerequisites, setting in motion a structured timeline for upcoming construction milestones.
