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The Star
29-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Full resumption of Smart Selangor bus service in Subang Jaya in first week of June
PETALING JAYA: All the Smart Selangor bus routes under the supervision of Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) are expected to resume by the first week of June. Selangor investment, trade and mobility committee chairman Ng Sze Han said in a statement that the state government regrets the service disruption on routes SJ01, SJ02, SJ03, SJ04, and SJ05 under MBSJ's supervision, and that routes SJ01, SJ02 and SJ03 have now resumed operations. He also said the Selangor government has requested MBSJ to conduct an internal audit so that all agencies can identify the root cause and weaknesses that led to the almost a month-long disruption of the Smart Selangor bus service in the city. 'The state government is aware that this disruption has caused inconvenience to users, including schoolchildren who rely on this service since its inception. Disruptions like this can erode public confidence in the state and national public transportation services and hinder efforts to promote the use of public transport overall,' he said. He added that the state government places great importance on providing free bus services for the people of Selangor, to facilitate public mobility.
The Star
13-05-2025
- General
- The Star
Crematorium serving Kuala Langat communities to be ready by end-2026
TO serve a growing non-Muslim population, Kuala Langat Municipal Council (MPKL) will open its first crematorium by the end of next year. Estimated to cost RM5mil, the facility will be built on 0.4ha at a Hindu cemetery along Jalan Serdang Belah, Kampung Sungai Buaya in Banting, Selangor. Construction is expected to take 18 months. Speaking at a groundbreaking ceremony held at a shopping centre in Telok Panglima Garang, state investment, trade and mobility committee chairman Ng Sze Han said the crematorium would have three modern incineration units. 'Presently, Kuala Langat families have to go to facilities in Klang or Sepang, or use open burning methods,' he said. Also present at the event were state housing and culture committee chairman Datuk Borhan Aman Shah and MPKL president Mohd Hasry Nor Mohd. Besides the incinerators, building plans include space for religious ceremonies, restrooms and parking that can accommodate three buses, 25 cars and 30 motorcycles. 'There will also be a guardhouse and administrative office, and the facility will be disable- friendly. 'This project has been designed to meet the needs of the district's growing community of Hindus, Buddhists, Christians and Sikhs. 'It will provide a comfortable space for families of the deceased to conduct final rites in an organised manner,' said Mohd Hasry. — By VIJENTHI NAIR
Malay Mail
28-04-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Selangor focuses on growing DRT after pilot project proves successful
SHAH ALAM, April 28 — Selangor is focusing on expanding its demand-responsive transit (DRT) services, with a new tender process underway after a pilot phase that served 73,389 users across eight zones. 'For now, our focus is on the demand-responsive transit service, which we hope can provide better connectivity for first- and last-mile journeys,' Selangor state investment, trade and mobility committee chairman Ng Sze Han was quoted by The Star as saying today, referring to the public transport service by its initials DRT. He added that the state is currently 'evaluating request for proposal (RFP) applications from potential DRT service providers' and hopes to 'roll out the service again in less than three months.' During the RFP period, DRT providers will not operate under the Selangor Mobility programme but can continue based on their own business plans. Previously, Trek Rides and Mobi were the two DRT operators under Selangor Mobility. Ng said the Keramat Zone, which includes Kampung Melayu Ampang and SMK Dato' Ahmad Razali, had shown a continued need for DRT services following the pilot. 'The (DRT) vans can serve areas like SMK Dato' Ahmad Razali and Kampung Melayu Ampang, as they are able to navigate narrow routes,' he said. To further improve student connectivity and safety, Ng launched a newly completed covered walkway at SMK Dato' Ahmad Razali, built by Ampang Jaya Municipal Council (MPAJ) with a RM1.15 million allocation from the state. The project also included another walkway in Bukit Indah and two new bus stops. 'This area was one of the zones under the DRT pilot project, known as the Keramat Zone,' he noted. Separately, Ng reported that the free Smart Selangor bus service has recorded over 76 million riders since its launch in 2015. 'The Smart Selangor bus service now operates on 59 routes. Of these, 54 routes serve 252 schools, which is 26 per cent of the total number of schools in Selangor,' he said. Ng added that expansion of bus routes would depend on demand.
The Star
27-04-2025
- Business
- The Star
Free Selangor bus hits 76 million riders
(Left) A total of 54 Smart Selangor bus routes pass by schools. — Filepic THE free Smart Selangor bus service has recorded more than 76 million riders since it was introduced 10 years ago. State investment, trade and mobility committee chairman Ng Sze Han said Selangor had spent more than RM180mil to provide the service since 2015. 'The Smart Selangor bus service now operates on 59 routes. 'Of these, 54 routes serve 252 schools, which is 26% of the total number of schools in Selangor.' On whether the state planned to increase the number of bus routes, Ng said it would depend on demand. 'For now, our focus is on the demand-responsive transit (DRT) service, which we hope can provide better connectivity for first- and last-mile journeys. 'We are evaluating request for proposal (RFP) applications from potential DRT service providers and hope to roll out the service again in less than three months,' he said, adding that the routes were yet to be finalised. The covered walkway at SMK Dato' Ahmad Razali in Kampung Melayu Ampang built by MPAJ. — LOW LAY PHON/The Star StarMetro reported that during the RFP period, DRT service providers would not operate under the Selangor Mobility programme but could continue operations based on their own business plans. The DRT service pilot phase ran from Nov 21, 2023, to July 31, 2024, in eight zones across Selangor, with 73,389 people having used the service. Previously, there were two DRT service providers under Selangor Mobility – Trek Rides and Mobi. Ng was speaking to reporters after launching the newly completed covered walkway at SMK Dato' Ahmad Razali in Kampung Melayu Ampang in Ampang. 'This area was one of the zones under the DRT pilot project, known as the Keramat Zone. 'Following the pilot project's completion, the state identified a continued need for the service and included it in the new tender process. The (DRT) vans can serve areas like SMK Dato' Ahmad Razali and Kampung Melayu Ampang, as they are able to navigate narrow routes.' On the new walkway, Ng said it was expected to boost safety and comfort for students commuting to school. The walkway, along with another in Bukit Indah and two bus stops, was built by Ampang Jaya Municipal Council (MPAJ) with a special RM1.15mil allocation from the state.
New Straits Times
22-04-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Zhejiang Jingxing embarks on RM1.9bil expansion of paper mill in Selangor
KUALA LUMPUR: Zhejiang Jingxing Paper Joint Stock Co Ltd's subsidiary Jingxing Holdings (M) Sdn Bhd today launched RM1.9 billion Phase 2 expansion of its plant in Banting, Selangor. The paper manufacturer said the project will add 600,000 tonnes of annual Kraft Liner production capacity, bringing its total Malaysian investment to RM3 billion. It said the expansion includes highly advanced manufacturing lines supported by integrated thermal power, water treatment, and wastewater management facilities. "The plant's integrated automation systems will create 500 new jobs and generate annual local operating expenditure exceeding RM45 million," it said in a statement. Selangor state executive councillor Ng Sze Han said the significant investment underscores Malaysia, particularly Selangor, as a critical player within the global supply chain. Ng said Jingxing's Phase 2 expansion directly supports Selangor's goals in job creation and local talent development, reinforcing its attractiveness as a premier investment destination. "Amid escalating global trade tensions and shifting supply chain dynamics, Selangor has emerged as a key beneficiary, attracting substantial foreign investments and driving new economic opportunities," he said. Jingxing Malaysia director and deputy chairman Wang Zhiming said the expansion marks a significant milestone in the company's global growth. Wang said the new plant, when completed, will further enhance its product range and quality. "We are emphasising on service efficiency, local employment and supply chain opportunities," he said. According to Jingxing Malaysia, the expansion strengthens Malaysia's export capabilities with 70 per cent of production targeted for international markets. It noted that the facility's advanced infrastructure and automated processes will optimise manufacturing operations and product quality. "This investment adds to Malaysia's growing paper manufacturing sector, which attracted RM877.9 million in investments throughout 2024, with foreign investments contributing RM578.4 million," it added.
