30-04-2025
New Saujana–King Centre route added under Kuching SBST programme
Kong (centre), Chong (second right) and other officials show their thumbs up as the bus stopped for a break at King Centre.
KUCHING (April 30): The Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (CVLB) Sarawak today has introduced the Saujana–King Centre route as the fourth addition under the Kuching Stage Bus Service Transformation (SBST) programme.
CVLB Sarawak chairman Michael Kong described the launch of the new route as a proud milestone and a reflection of the board's continued efforts to modernise and revitalise Kuching's public transportation system.
'We are working on another six more routes, which will be rolled out in the coming weeks to further expand our network and serve the community better,' he said during the launch according to a statement.
Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen was also present and livestreamed his experience taking the new route via Facebook.
Kong noted that the Saujana–King Centre route is a significant step towards creating a more connected, accessible, and efficient public transport system in Kuching.
The new route will serve several residential areas including Jalan Rubber, Jalan Poh Kwong Park, Jalan Stapok, RPR Batu Kawah, and Jalan Laksamana Cheng Ho.
It also provides access to key destinations such as the Sarawak General Hospital, Bangunan Sultan Iskandar, Timberland Medical Centre, The Spring Shopping Mall, Boulevard Shopping Mall, SJK Chung Hua Batu 4½, and Sunny Hill.
'We are heartened to see an increasing number of people choosing to ride our buses across the existing three SBST Kuching routes.
'With this latest addition and improved accessibility into key residential and commercial areas, we encourage even more members of the public to consider the bus not just as a means to get to work, but also for attending official matters, school runs, or daily errands,' he said.
To further enhance service, Kong added that CVLB Sarawak has directed the operator to increase bus frequency to every 30 minutes during weekday peak hours (6am to 7am and 5pm to 6pm) to better serve working adults, students, and the general public.
