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New Straits Times
28-04-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Rapid Bus to launch 7 new routes to KLIA
KUALA LUMPUR: Rapid Bus Sdn Bhd (Rapid Bus) will be opening seven new zones to benefit users of the KTM Komuter and KLIA Transit services in the areas of Kajang, Bangi, and Salak Tinggi. Rapid Bus acting chief executive officer Ku Jamil Zakaria said that these new routes would begin on Wednesday. "This new zone initiative is the first of its kind to enhance connectivity for KTM Komuter and KLIA Transit users, particularly those travelling from Kajang, Bangi, and Salak Tinggi, before continuing their journeys to further destinations," he said. "This expansion of the Rapid KL On-Demand service, launching on Wednesday, will offer greater convenience to public transport users, extending beyond the current bus and train networks operated by Rapid KL. "It is part of our initiative to provide passengers with a more seamless and efficient journey planning experience," he said in a statement today. The new zones will include routes covering KTM Kajang - Jalan Reko, KTM UKM - UKM, Bandar Tasik Kesuma - Bandar Rinching, KTM Bangi - Bukit Mahkota, MRT 16 Sierra - Taman D'Alpinia, LRT Putra Heights - Rimbayu/Bandar Saujana Putra, and the Salak Tinggi KLIA Transit Station - Kota Warisan. Ku Jamil said that since the introduction of the Rapid KL On-Demand service in January 2024, a total of 34 zones had been established across the Klang Valley. He added that the number of zones would continue to increase, positioning public transport as the preferred choice for Malaysians. As of April 17, the average daily passenger count for the service had reached 7,442.
Barnama
24-04-2025
- Automotive
- Barnama
Rapid Penang On-Demand Service Expanded To Three New Zones Starting April 26
GEORGE TOWN, April 24 (Bernama) -- Rapid Bus Sdn Bhd, the operator of Rapid Penang bus services, will expand its Rapid Penang On-Demand network with three new zones starting April 26. In a statement today, Rapid Bus said these new zones will encompass the George Town city centre as well as the densely populated areas of Jelutong and Bayan Lepas. 'This service will connect passengers from areas with limited access to existing bus routes through a first-mile and last-mile solution, either by linking to current Rapid Penang bus services or directly to the passengers' destinations. 'The introduction of these new zones is expected to encourage more people to opt for public transport over private vehicles,' the statement said. Rapid Bus acting chief executive officer Ku Jamil Zakaria said 14 vans will be deployed for operations in the new zones, with an additional 21 vans to be introduced in phases starting from June 2025 to support the next phase of the service. As part of service improvements, Ku Jamil said Rapid Bus will consolidate On-Demand operations in the Paya Terubong and Farlim zones starting in May, which is expected to enhance connectivity between the On-Demand service and existing Rapid Penang routes. He said the service initially began with just two vans in the Farlim zone and recorded an average of 120 passengers daily. However, with expansion to new areas such as Gurney, Sunway and Paya Terubong, the number of vans has increased to 17. 'After this expansion, the Rapid Penang On-Demand service continues to receive encouraging response, with current daily ridership averaging 753 passengers,' he said. The Rapid Penang On-Demand service operates daily from 6 am to 11 pm, offering a promotional fare of RM1 per trip.
New Straits Times
24-04-2025
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
Rapid Penang On-Demand service expands in George Town, Jelutong, and Bayan Lepas starting April 26
GEORGE TOWN: Rapid Penang's On-Demand bus service is expanding into three new zones from April 26, aiming to improve public transport accessibility in George Town, Jelutong, and Bayan Lepas. In a statement, Rapid Bus Sdn Bhd said the expanded service will offer first-mile and last-mile connectivity, linking passengers to existing bus routes or directly to their destinations. "The introduction of these new zones is expected to encourage more people to opt for public transport over private vehicles," the statement read. Acting chief executive officer Ku Jamil Zakaria confirmed that 14 vans would be deployed for the operations, with an additional 21 vans to be introduced gradually starting June 2025 to support further service expansion. Ku Jamil also revealed that On-Demand operations in Paya Terubong and Farlim zones will be consolidated from May, enhancing connections between the service and current Rapid Penang routes. "The service initially started with two vans in the Farlim zone, carrying an average of 120 passengers daily. After extending to areas like Gurney, Sunway, and Paya Terubong, the fleet increased to 17 vans. Following this expansion, daily ridership now averages 753 passengers," he said. The On-Demand service operates daily from 6am to 11pm, offering a promotional fare of RM1 per trip.– BERNAMA
