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New Straits Times
3 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
MRL: 'We hear you' - All ECRL complaints will be investigated
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd (MRL), the project owner of the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL), has reaffirmed its commitment to resolving concerns linked to the ongoing construction of the massive rail infrastructure. In a statement, MRL said it remained open to feedback from affected communities, provided that complaints were channelled through proper avenues to ensure thorough investigation and fair resolution. The company said comprehensive investigations would be conducted into each complaint lodged by residents and landowners in Batu 10, Gombak, who had reportedly been affected by construction activities. "All feedback related to the physical construction of the ECRL will be addressed through extensive stakeholder engagement sessions. "We aim to develop effective solutions that prioritise the well-being and interests of affected residents," the statement read. The response follows a Harian Metro report in which Batu 10 residents voiced concerns over excessive dust arising from increased lorry movement at the construction site since late last year. They also raised fears over potential health risks should the issue persist. MRL encouraged those impacted to lodge official complaints via the project hotline at 011-2548 7531 or email feedback@ Valued at RM50.27 billion, the ECRL is Malaysia's largest strategic infrastructure project, with operations slated to begin in January 2027. The 665km rail line is progressing on schedule, with Phase 1 — linking Kota Baru to the Gombak Integrated Terminal — expected to be completed by December 2026. Phase 2, connecting Gombak to Port Klang, is targeted for completion by December 2027. Once operational, the ECRL will allow passengers to travel between Gombak, Selangor and Kota Baru, Kelantan in just four hours, with trains operating at speeds of up to 160km per hour.
Malay Mail
06-05-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Malaysia to send first batch of ECRL maintenance trainees to China on May 15, says Loke
KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 — Malaysia will send its first group of future East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) maintenance workers to China for training on May 15, Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced today. Speaking at an event attended by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Loke said a total of 210 trainees will undergo intensive training in Liuzhou, China, this year. 'The first batch, comprising 102 trainees from technical and non-technical fields, will leave on May 15. They will be trained in theoretical and practical aspects and gain real-world experience in operating rail systems. 'This programme aims to develop skilled personnel for roles such as assistant station attendants, signalling technicians, assistant train drivers, overhead line technicians, and maintenance technicians for electric locomotives (E-loco) and electric multiple units (EMU),' he said during the launch ceremony and submission of PLKI-ECRL offer letters for the ECRL operations and maintenance phase at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. Loke added that trainees who complete the programme will be guaranteed employment with the ECRL. 'Developing physical infrastructure is important to ensure we do not overly rely on external expertise in the long term. Our priority is to ensure job opportunities for our local talent,' he said. He also highlighted that China Communications Construction Company (CCCC) has committed RM12 million to cover the costs of these training programmes. The ECRL's first phase, spanning 665km from Kota Bharu to Terminal Bersepadu Gombak, is expected to be operational by 2026. The second phase, connecting Gombak to Port Klang, is slated for completion by December 2027. Loke said that as of April 2025, ECRL development across Kelantan, Terengganu, Pahang, and Selangor is 82.45 per cent complete. 'Approximately 400km of track has already been laid, covering areas from Maran in Pahang to Kota Bharu in Kelantan. We are currently two months ahead of schedule,' he added. The ECRL project, costing RM50.27 billion, will require around 1,800 workers when operations begin in 2027. Loke emphasised that at least 80 per cent of the ECRL workforce must be local.
