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The Star
17-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Prasarana aims for 40% public transport usage by 2030
PETALING JAYA, 16 Mei -- Presiden merangkap Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Kumpulan Prasarana, Mohd Azharuddin Mat Sah (kiri), dan Pengarah Eksekutif UNGCMYB, Faroze Nadar (kanan), menandatangani memorandum persefahaman (MoU) bagi memperkukuh komitmen terhadap kelestarian vendor ESG Hub melibatkan 5,000 PKS, hari ini di Menara Prasarana. -- fotoBERNAMA (2025) HAK CIPTA TERPELIHARA PETALING JAYA: Prasarana Malaysia Bhd will roll out more electric buses and upgrade its rail infrastructure to help Malaysia meet its national target of having 40% of journeys made using public transport by 2030, says its president and group chief executive Mohd Azharuddin Mat Sah. He was responding to Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's comment on Tuesday that the public transport usage rate of 25% in the country is low compared to other developed countries. 'We have taken note of the DPM's statement. In fact, we have presented to him the full infrastructure agenda to upgrade public transportation the next day, after he made the remarks,' he said at a press conference following the launch of Vendor ESG Hub at Prasarana's headquarters here yesterday. In terms of rail expansion, Azharuddin said the Shah Alam line (formerly known as LRT3) is expected to be completed this year. 'The Shah Alam LRT line will incorporate significant eco-friendly features when it opens in September. 'These include smart LED lighting that adjusts to natural light, a smart air-conditioning system which is expected to reduce energy consumption by 32% and installation of solar photovoltaic infrastructure at the train stabling yards,' he said, adding that the number of buses will also be increased. Azharuddin said Ahmad Zahid, who also chairs the Cabinet Committee on Road Safety and Congestion, also made the decision to create more dedicated bus lanes. 'We are also working closely with the Housing and Local Government Ministry to upgrade bus stops and pedestrian facilities so that the public can conveniently access train and bus stops,' he said. Azharuddin also said Prasarana is targeting to increase ridership on its own network (covering Rapid KL, Rapid Penang and Rapid Kuantan, among others) to 1.5 million each day by next year when compared to the current ridership of 1.3 million. On May 13, Ahmad Zahid in a Facebook post said Singapore recorded a public transport usage rate of 67%, with the corresponding figures for Seoul and Tokyo at 63% and 73%, respectively. The event at the Prasarana headquarters revolved around the signing of a memorandum of understanding between Prasarana and UN Global Compact Network Malaysia & Brunei (UNGCMYB). The MOU pertains to the launch of Vendor ESG Hub – a dedicated platform to introduce sustainable business practices to small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The new online platform will build capacity for Prasarana's 5,000 SME vendors by providing access to training, tools and resources focused on best practices of environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles. ESG is a framework for evaluating a company's performance beyond financial metrics by also looking at impact on the environment, relationships with stakeholders and governance structures. UNGCMYB executive director Faroze Nadar said for a business to play a truly transformative role in creating social and environmental impact, it 'must have head, hands and most importantly, heart'. 'Often the focus tends to be on the head, the strategy, and the hand is the implementation,' he said.
New Straits Times
16-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
MRCB bags RM2.94bil contract to build Shah Alam sports complex
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian Resources Corp Bhd (MRCB) has secured a contract to develop the Shah Alam Sports Complex (KSSA) worth RM2.94 billion. The letter of acceptance was issued by Menteri Besar Selangor Incorporated (MBI) to Lembaran Prospek Sdn Bhd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of MRCB Land Sdn Bhd, which in turn is a subsidiary of MRCB. The handover ceremony was witnessed by Raja Muda of Selangor Tengku Amir Shah Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari and Selangor state secretary Datuk Dr Ahmad Fadzli Ahmad Tajuddin. In a statement, MRCB said the project includes the demolition works, which are presently nearing completion and spans a 48-month construction period, with completion targeted for 2029. "The KSSA development represents a bold transformation of Shah Alam into a vibrant, multi-functional urban precinct that reflects the shared vision of the state's leadership and MRCB's expertise in integrated urban developments," it said. The KSSA will feature multi-purpose destination for sports, culture and commerce, including a modern stadium with a retractable pitch, two training fields and upgraded infrastructure. Anchored by a 45,000-capacity stadium with a retractable pitch, the project will integrate community, commerce and infrastructure across a 310,000 square metres of green flora sanctuary. The development will also include a green recreational zone, lifestyle mall, youth entrepreneurship platforms and cultural spaces. There will also be a landscaped botanical garden, jogging and cycling paths and pedestrian-friendly walkways, along with flood mitigation features like retention ponds and wetlands and biodiversity zones. Public amenities will include open community spaces and a Bazarena. The site will benefit from seamless accessibility through its integration with the nearly completed Light Rail Transit 3 (LRT3) line, enhancing connectivity between Kuala Lumpur and Selangor. "With our proven track record in urban regeneration and sustainable infrastructure, we are committed to building more than a stadium, we are creating a living, breathing destination for the people of Selangor," MRCB chairman Datuk Mohamed Nasir Ab Latif said in the statement.
The Star
08-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
TechStore secures RM15.9mil contract from Home Affairs Ministry
KUALA LUMPUR: TechStore Bhd's wholly-owned subsidiary, Tech-Store Malaysia Sdn Bhd, has secured a RM15.9mil contract from the Ministry of Home Affairs. In a statement, the enterprise IT services provider said the contract involves providing maintenance and support services for the software and hardware of information communication technology (ICT) to the Royal Malaysian Police. The contract will further strengthen the group's order book, which already includes enterprise IT services for Malaysian government agencies, as well as major infrastructure projects such as the LRT3 and the RTS Link between Malaysia and Singapore. 'At TechStore, we are committed to supporting the nation's progress toward a digital transformation economy by providing critical IT security and automation solutions that are localised and customised to meet our customers' needs — covering the full spectrum from consultation and assessment to solution design, hardware and software procurement, implementation, as well as maintenance and support,' TechStore managing director Eugene Tan said. As of Dec 31, 2024, TechStore's project pipeline remains strong, supported by a tender book valued at RM647.2mil.
The Sun
08-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Techstore secures RM15.9m ICT maintenance deal from Home Ministry
PUCHONG: Enterprise IT services provider TechStore Bhd, via its wholly-owned subsidiary, Tech-Store Malaysia Sdn Bhd, has accepted a letter of award (LoA) from the Ministry of Home Affairs to provide maintenance and support services for the software and hardware of information, communication, and technology (ICT) to the Royal Malaysian Police for RM15.9 million. TechStore managing director Eugene Tan Hock Lim said the home ministry entrusted the company with critical ICT maintenance services, reflecting its proven capabilities in enterprise IT solutions and commitment to delivering reliable and responsive support services. 'We remain focused on upholding the highest standards of service quality to support the operational efficiency of key government agencies,' he said in a statement. The LoA will further strengthen the group's order book, which currently encompasses enterprise IT services for Malaysian government agencies, as well as major infrastructure projects such as the LRT3 and the RTS Link between Malaysia and Singapore. 'At TechStore, we are committed to supporting the nation's progress toward a digital transformation economy by providing critical IT security and automation solutions that are localised and customised to meet our customers' needs — covering the full spectrum from consultation and assessment to solution design, hardware and software procurement, implementation, as well as maintenance and support,' Tan said. TechStore's project pipeline remains robust, supported by a tender book of RM647.2 million as of Dec 31, 2024. The group's strengthening track record in the public and infrastructure sectors continues to enhance its market presence and position it to secure larger and more complex projects. Meanwhile, given the group's domestic focus, TechStore's operations are not materially affected by international trade tariffs. To recap, TechStore was listed on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia on Feb 18, 2025 and has successfully raised a total of RM25.0 million in proceeds. Tan said group's strengthening track record in the public and infrastructure sectors continues to enhance its market presence and position it to secure larger and more complex projects.
Hype Malaysia
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
(Video) LRT3 Engineer Gives A Rare Behind-The-Scenes Look At Nearly Complete Station
Public transport can be a massive boon to society. In an age where productivity is worshipped and sought after, more ways to get places are welcome. Time and time again, making dreams happen involves massive logistics, and making rails and train carts safe is such a challenge. As Malaysia gears up for the grand opening of the Light Rail Transit Line 3 (LRT3), which will take place later this year, a heartwarming TikTok video by one of the engineers behind the project has taken the internet by storm — and for all the right reasons. On 21st April (Monday), passion, pride and jittery excitement bleed out of one of the engineers who identifies as Afaf, showing users a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the soon-to-be operational Stadium Shah Alam station. The station will form part of the rail line connecting Bandar Utama to Johan Setia in Klang. The empty ticket gates, corridors, and ticket machines bear witness to infectious smiles and laughter as the peppy engineer prances across the screen. One of the standout moments is the paper QR-code ticket system finally being up and running. Afaf retrieves a QR ticket and scans it at the ticket barrier, which opens. The successful operation makes her thrilled, and the energy is reflected in the comments: 'Finally, I can go to the Ramadan bazaar at Stadium Shah Alam without driving.' Another user noted, 'Akak has shifted my perspective, I always felt down when working in construction, being buried with issues and setbacks, but seeing a complete project is deeply satisfying.' Fascinating how a milestone turns a mundane task of getting a ticket to go to work becomes a sentimental memory, truly showing everybody's journey is different. While initially announced in 2013, the latest opening date of LRT3 is 30th September 2025. Here's hoping everything goes smoothly! Watch the viral clip below: Sources: TikTok, NST Gan contributed to this article.
